Director of the School of Physical Therapy

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Academic Component Administrator

Academic Component Administrators (Department Chairs, School Directors/Associate Directors, Associate/Assistant Deans in the College of Nursing, and Program Directors with responsibility for budget and personnel) hold multi-dimensional positions which include responsibilities for leadership and administration within their disciplines, while also representing their disciplines to the University community and to external constituencies. The Academic Component Administrator (ACA) is a faculty member with a reassignment of duties to carry out the administrative role. She/he serves as leader, scholar, manager, mentor, role model and faculty colleague, in addition to assisting the Academic Component (AC), College, and University in developing strategies for improving student and faculty success, instructional delivery, scholarly and creative achievement, departmental/school credibility, and curricular effectiveness. ACAs serve in a dual administrative/faculty capacity, representing both the faculty and administration in all academic matters and in an environment of shared governance. ACAs are initially appointed to six-year terms, with the opportunity for term renewals. All ACAs serve in this role at the discretion of the Provost. Performance evaluation is conducted through the faculty performance review system in accordance with University Regulations and Procedures, including input from annual evaluations by faculty.

ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIPS

Reports to:      Appropriate College Dean (Note: School Associate Directors report to a School Director); Program Directors may report to a Chair.

Supervises:  Faculty and assigned staff within the Academic Component

ESSENTIALDUTIES-May include, but not limited to the following:

VisionaryLeadershipResponsibilities

• Directs short-term and long-term planning in accordance with a vision within the Academic Component that supports the goals of the unit and the broader goals and strategic plans of the College and the University.

• Remains up to date with trends in higher education and the discipline in order to provide context for leadership.
• Inspires and encourages innovation.
• Promotes the academic quality of the department and discipline.
• Fosters a collegial and positive team environment within the Academic Component for addressing disciplinary and institutional issues, including exemplifying standards for civility and respect among colleagues, students, and university offices and, formally and informally, helping to mediate conflicts among Academic Component personnel.

AdministrativeResponsibilities

• Manages faculty matters, including recruitment/hiring, faculty supervision, performance review, development, tenure and promotion recommendations, mentoring, and leaves of absence.
• Assigns faculty workload (e.g., teaching, committee, and advising assignments) in accordance with Faculty Workload policy in order to provide reasonable student access to courses and to ensure that faculty are fully engaged in the AC and faculty responsibilities, thus promoting excellence in teaching, research, and service.
• Responsible for establishing job standards for subordinate staff and effectively evaluating staff under charge. The performance evaluation is conducted through the performance evaluation system and in accordance with the University Policies & Procedures.
• Manages all staff matters, including hiring, supervision, evaluation, development, leaves, and workload.
• Hires and manages adjunct faculty and GTAs.
• Manages academic budget(s) to ensure sound fiscal oversight including development of financial priorities, allocation of funds, approval of expenditures, budget development, and maintenance of records in accordance with University policy and expectations.
• Oversees AC facilities and space, including space assignments, facility planning and development, equipment maintenance, and maintenance of specialized facilities (labs, clinics, technical equipment, instruments).
• Schedules, organizes, and oversees AC faculty meetings.
• Contributes to a culture of safety for students, faculty, and staff including emergency preparedness and compliance with applicable federal law (e.g., Title VII, Title IX, ADA) and TWU policies.
• For those departments/programs that offer courses in which students are exposed to potential risks (e.g., clinics and laboratories) promotes the safety of students, faculty, and staff through safety training and the promotion of safe practices.
• Ensures compliance with all SACS requirements.

Program/CurricularResponsibilities

• Attends to curricular matters, including program development and revision, curricular delivery (course offerings, course rotation, and teaching assignments), adjunct and GTA training and oversight, catalog copy, websites, and disciplinary policies.
• Manages assessment and program review processes in the AC.
• Prepares class schedules to meet student needs and ensure appropriate allocation of faculty and facility resources.

• Ensures compliance with all requirements of disciplinary accreditation(s).

StudentResponsibilities

• Responds to student inquiries and requests, petitions, and student appeals/complaints.
• Provides leadership for student recruitment, student retention, and student success.

InternalandExternalRelationsResponsibilities

• Serves internally as the liaison and a point of contact between the AC and University administrators, offices, organizations, and committees, including effectively communicating with other ACs to insure cooperation in maintaining an integrated university focus regarding the mission, goals, and strategic objectives of the University.
• Serves as the primary contact between the AC and external constituencies as appropriate, including, but not limited to, activities such as institutional advancement and fundraising, alumni relations, academic partnerships, curriculum development, scholarship, recruitment, and retention.

FacultyMemberResponsibilities

• Contributes   as   a    faculty   member,   as    appropriate,    in   the    areas   of                     teaching, scholarship/creative activity, and service.
• Demonstrates a commitment to continued individual professional development.

ADDITIONAL DUTIES

• Serves on appropriate University committees and groups.
  • Represents the AC on the Council of Chairs.
  • Represents the AC, College, or University’s interests at external meetings, professional organizations, and conferences.
  • Works with other University personnel, particularly Marketing and Communications, Student Life and the Provost’s Office to develop marketing plans related to AC programs, recruiting, and activities.
  • When appropriate, manages external grants, special programs and advancement projects.
  • As appropriate, assists in the preparation of required reports.
  • Performs related AC duties, as assigned or approved by the Provost.
  • Performs other duties as requested.

EDUCATION

An appropriate terminal degree for the field; doctoral degree is preferred.

EXPERIENCE

Appointment as an ACA requires that the faculty member be tenured and hold the rank of full Professor. Exceptions may occur upon the recommendation of the Provost following consultation with the Dean. Prior successful supervisory or significant university-level committee experience is preferred.

REQUIREMENT

Regular and reliable attendance at the University during regular scheduled days and work hours is an essential function of this position.

KNOWLEDGE,SKILLS,ANDABILITIES-Thefollowingareessential:

• Ability to prepare and administer budgets; familiarity with university budget procedures and process.
  • Ability to conduct effective personnel evaluations.
  • Familiarity with research and best practices in the areas of teaching, learning, and scholarship within the discipline.
  • Familiarity and ability to comply with disciplinary requirements and any appropriate accreditations.
  • Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
  • Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively and work cooperatively with diverse individuals and groups in a team environment.
  • Ability to use a personal computer and other office equipment, including related university software and email.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described in the Essential Duties and below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential duties of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.

The employee may be required to travel.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

All employees are responsible for maintaining an environment that is free from discrimination, intimidation, harassment, including sexual harassment. Work is normally performed in a typical interior work environment.