Director of Counseling & Human Development School

South Dakota State University; Brookings (SD); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation benefits

Generous retirement plan

Paid holidays and vacation leave

Job summary

South Dakota State University (SDSU) invites applications for Director of the School of Counseling and Human Development and Family Science in Brookings, SD. This 12-month, tenure-track, full-time leadership role oversees programs, budget, facilities, and accreditation efforts, while expanding outreach and research in mental health training.

The Director will build collaborations with community partners, mentor students and faculty, guide curriculum decisions, and promote scholarly activity to

Qualifications

• Terminal degree (PhD or EdD) in a relevant field.
• Demonstrated record of scholarship and/or professional activities.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Commitment to student success and program leadership.

Responsibilities

• Provide visionary leadership to the School.
• Advocate for expanded mental health and training in SD.
• Oversee budget, facilities, personnel, and curriculum.
• Guide complex decision making in a university setting.
• Maintain relationships with local, regional, and state mental health partners.
• Support program evaluation and accreditation efforts.
• Engage in building community/stakeholder relationships to benefit the School.
• Advance excellence in research and engage in collaborative initiatives.
• May teach courses or supervise candidates as enrollment requires.
• Engage in professional organizations at local, state, and national levels.
• Recruit, retain and advise students.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Teaching

Scholarship

Education

Terminal degree (PhD or EdD)

Job description

South Dakota State University (SDSU) invites applications for Director of the School of Counseling and Human Development and Family Science in Brookings, SD. This 12-month, tenure-track, full-time leadership role oversees programs, budget, facilities, and accreditation efforts, while expanding outreach and research in mental health training.

The Director will build collaborations with community partners, mentor students and faculty, guide curriculum decisions, and promote scholarly activity to