The Administrative Department Chair is a full time, 12 month contracted position This position is an academic administrator, as well as a member of the faculty, whose primary role is to maintain the integrity of academic operations within the school and that those operational processes are in alignment with the University mission and vision for the student experience. Other duties may be required, as determined by University and/or College/School leadership.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Academic Administration
- Oversee the administrative functions of the academic department as delegated by the Dean or Supervisor.
- Communicate hiring needs and recommendations to the department supervisor in concert with administrative staff feedback and assistance.Assist the department during hiring process, including review of applicant files, participation in interviews, taking notes, and making recommendations.
- Develop and implement policies and procedures to ensure compliance with all university policies related to the department.
- Serve as a member of the department’s leadership team and work collaboratively with the other administrators to maintain the efficient functioning of the department.
- Develop and maintain relationships with internal stakeholders to ensure the efficient functioning of the department and to support the students at the university.
Administrative and Financial Affairs:
- Attend and participate in departmental, all-faculty, vendor, and publisher meetings.
- Assist the department supervisor in planning the annual budget for their area of oversight.
Participate in University Service:
- May periodically serve on one or more of the following types of University, College/School, or departmental committees:Faculty Senate, Faculty Senate Sub-Committees, Undergraduate Administrative and Curriculum Council, Graduate Administrative and Curriculum Council, school/department, and/or special committees.
- Attend special University events, including faculty orientation, baccalaureate and commencement exercises, YouMatter events, team building exercises, etc.
- Periodically work on special projects and assignments, contributing to the overall report.
Spiritual Leadership:
- Encourage a commitment to the Christian life, one of personal integrity, sensitivity to the needs of others, social responsibility, and active communication of the Christian faith, and, as it is lived out, a life that leads people to Jesus Christ as the Lord of the universe and their own personal Savior.
- upport and foster Liberty University’s doctrinal beliefs.
- Support and foster the spiritual development of faculty, staff, and students, ensuring that Christian values remain the focus of our mission and purpose at Liberty University.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
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Does this position directly oversee non-supervisory personnel? ☒ YES ☐ NO
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QUALIFICATIONS AND CREDENTIALS
Education and Experience
Minimum Qualifications:
- Master’s degree in specific area of study, or related field.
- Teaching experience in education, with residential educational experience as a plus.
- Understanding of technologies associated with online and residential education.
- Passion for student and faculty development and mentorship.
- Commitment to the vision, mission and purpose of Liberty University.
Preferred Qualifications:
- History of outstanding teaching and student mentorship.
- Track record of publishing.
- Interest in emerging educational technologies.
- Administrative experience in higher education with assessment, course outcomes, and/or accreditation.
ABILITIES AND COMPETENCIES ESSENTIAL TO THE FUNCTION OF THE JOB
Communication and Comprehension
- Ability to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing to convey clear, well-articulated information.
- Ability to understand, speak, and write English in order to convey messages and correspond in an articulate and professional manner.
- Possess public communication skills that allow professional representation of Liberty University to a variety of business and community customers and associates.
- Strong organizational skills.
- Excellent computer skills.
- Ability to contribute to a team environment and contribute expertise at appropriate times while recognizing each team members strengths and contributions
- Listen first communication style to ensure that everyone is heard so the best decision can be reached
- Ability to show respect to their colleagues and to work in a collegial manner.
Problem Solving
- Intuitively able to reason, analyze information and events, and apply judgment in order to solve problems of both a routine and complex nature.
Physical and Sensory Abilities
- Occasionally required to travel to local and campus locations.
- Frequently required to sit for extended periods to perform deskwork or type on a keyboard.
- Regularly required to hear and speak in order to effectively communicate orally.
- Occasionally required to stand, walk, and climb stairs to move about the building.
- Regularly lift 10 or fewer pounds.
WORKING CONDITIONS
Work Environment
The working environment in which one will typically perform the essential functions of this position is a climate-controlled office setting. It is well lighted, and the noise level is moderate.
Driving Requirements
Use of one’s personal vehicle (or LU vehicles) is required for travel in the performance of the essential functions of this position. Proof of a valid Virginia driver’s license, an acceptable DMV record, and liability insurance is required.
Target Hire Date
2025-10-13
Time Type
Full time
Location
Lynchburg - In Office
The University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We believe it is our moral and legal obligation to meet the responsibility of ensuring that all management practices regarding employees are conducted in a nondiscriminatory manner. In compliance with Title VII of the 1964 Civil Rights Act, and other applicable federal and state statutes, all recruiting, hiring, training, and promoting for all job classifications will be administered without regard to race, color, ancestry, age, sex, national origin, pregnancy or childbirth, disability, military veteran status or other applicable status protected by law, including state of employment protected classes. It is, therefore, our policy and intention to evaluate all employees and prospective employees strictly according to the requirements of the job. All personnel related activities such as compensation, benefits, transfers, job classification, assignments, working conditions, educational assistance, terminations, layoffs, and return from layoffs, and all other terms, conditions and privileges of employment will be administered without regard to race, color, ancestry, age, sex, national origin, pregnancy or childbirth, disability, military veteran status or other applicable status protected by law, including all applicable state of employment protected classes. The University is a Christian religious-affiliated organization; and as such, is not subject to religious discrimination requirements. The University’s hiring practices and EEO discrimination practices are in full compliance with both federal and state law. Federal law creates an exception to the “religion” component of the employment discrimination laws for religious organizations (including educational institutions), and permits them to give employment practice preference to members of their own religious beliefs.
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