Chair, Department of Political Science Job at Confidential, Baltimore, MD

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  • Confidential
  • Baltimore, MD

Job Description

Chair, Department of Political Science

About the Company

Esteemed public research university

Industry
Higher Education

Type
Educational Institution

Founded
1867

Employees
1001-5000

Categories

  • Education
  • Baltimore
  • Colleges & Universities
  • Hbcu
  • Historically Black College and University
  • History Black College
  • Maryland
  • Msu
  • Research
  • Services
  • Training

Specialties

  • education
  • research
  • public service
  • and community service

About the Role

The Company is seeking a Department Chair for its Political Science Department. The successful candidate will be the chief representative and leader of the department, responsible for internal affairs, and the primary liaison between the departmental faculty and the university administration. Key duties include setting and meeting enrollment, retention, and graduation targets, scheduling courses, supervising all faculty and staff, and ensuring the department's goals align with those of the university. The Department Chair will also be involved in faculty evaluation, tenure, and promotion, as well as in resolving any issues that may arise between faculty and students. Applicants for the Department Chair position should have a Ph.D. in Political Science or a related field, a strong record of teaching and research, and experience in academic administration. The role requires a commitment to the values of the institution, including excellence, integrity, respect, diversity, innovation, and leadership. The ideal candidate will be actively engaged in the political science community, with a diverse international experience, and a background that may include work in governmental, non-profit, or international organizations. Responsibilities also include maintaining a relevant research agenda, managing the departmental budget, and overseeing the professional development of faculty and staff. The Department Chair will be expected to expand and enhance the department's programs and to participate in student recruitment efforts.

Hiring Manager Title
Dean of the College of Liberal Arts

Travel Percent
Less than 10%

Functions

  • Education/Academic Administration
  • Strategy

Job Tags

Full time,

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