Chairperson, School of Humanities

TITLE: Chairperson, School of Humanities                                     

DEPARTMENT: School of Humanities                               

REPORTS TO: Dean, College of Arts & Sciences

CLASSIFICATION: Faculty

EFFECTIVE DATE: TBD

STANDARD WORK HOURS: 40 hours per week

EMPLOYMENT STATUS:    Full-Time, 12-month      

EMPLOYMENT CLASSIFICATION:  Exempt                                        

JOB SUMMARY:  

The School Chairperson is the chief administrative officer of a School or Department and the chief representative of that School and of its faculty.

The ideal candidate demonstrates strong interpersonal, problem-solving, administrative, organizational and fiduciary skills. 

SCOPE OF RESPONSIBILITY: 

• The Chairperson presides at all meetings of the unit faculty and has a leadership role in the development of polices on such matters as academic requirements, courses of study, class schedules, research programs, and service functions. The Chairperson is an ex-officio member of all unit committees.
• The Chairperson has administrative responsibilities for implementing the unit’s total program within the limits established by the regulations of the University Faculty Senate and the rules of the College of which it is a part.
• The Chairperson is responsible for making and soliciting recommendations regarding appointments, promotions, reappointments, terminal appointments, decisions not to reappoint, post-retirement appointments, and the granting of tenure within the academic unit. Procedures and criteria used in preparing such recommendations shall be those established by the University, the College, and the School or Division faculty. At a minimum, the procedures must include consultation with all tenured faculty members of the faculty with the rank of assistant professor or higher. 
• Meet with classes at their scheduled times
• Teach courses, both face-to-face and/or online
• Carry out academic advising responsibilities
• Participate in the on-going development and implementation of programming at the department, college and university levels.
• Directly reports to the Dean of the College
• Maintains the confidentiality of designated information and performing duties in compliance with applicable policies and procedures
• Demonstrates proficiency in issues of diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI), especially in working relationships with students, faculty, staff and community members.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Presiding at all meetings of the unit faculty and assisting the development of polices on such matters as academic requirements, courses of study, class schedules, research programs, and service functions. 
• Managing and maintaining the School’s budget
• Advocating on behalf of the School’s programs and its faculty
• Making recommendations regarding appointments, promotions, reappointments, terminal appointments, decisions not to reappoint, post-retirement appointments, and the granting of tenure within the academic unit. 

OTHER DUTIES: 

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Faculty rank of Associate Professor preferred; Assistant Professor with significant teaching, research and service will be considered
• An earned PhD or terminal degree in English, Fine Arts, Communication or a closely related field from an accredited institution of higher learning
• Must have at least two years of leadership within the unit, college or university level (e.g. committee chair)

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, and ABILITIES:  

• Must have comprehensive knowledge of SACS and NSAM accreditation standards
• Able to handle multiple tasks or projects at one time meeting assigned deadlines

• Ability to engage and work with diverse stakeholders in the department, college, university, and larger community
• Ability to work efficiently and effectively with a diverse student population
• Must have thorough knowledge of the Arts and Humanities fields and be able to build partnerships with area arts councils and agencies.
• Excellent interpersonal, initiative, teamwork, problem solving, independent judgment, organization, communication (verbal and written), time management, project management and presentation skills
• Proficient with computer applications and programs associated with the position (i.e. Microsoft Office suite)
• Strong attention to detail and follow up skills
• Strong customer service skills and phone and e-mail etiquette

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY: 

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit and talk or hear. 
• The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. 
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and ability to adjust focus.

Internal Candidates are Encouraged to Apply

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the United States. At this time, Kentucky State University is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa

KENTUCKY STATE UNIVERSITY is an Equal Opportunity Employer

The functions, qualifications, knowledge/skills, and physical requirements listed in this job description represent the essential duties of the job, which the incumbent must be able to perform either with or without reasonable accommodation. The Job Functions listed do not necessarily include all activities that the individual may perform.