DPT Program Director: Strategic Leadership & Accreditation

University of Minnesota; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 165,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Minnesota is seeking a DPT Program Director to provide comprehensive leadership for the Division of Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation Science. The role includes executive supervision of faculty and staff, governance, and strategic initiatives to advance the DPT program.

Juggling accreditation, curriculum, student outcomes, and budgetary responsibilities, the PD collaborates with department leadership to sustain program quality and growth while aligning with graduate school

Qualifications

• Earned doctoral degree from an accredited institution.
• Active scholarly publications and external service.
• Qualified for Academic Track Associate Professor at the University of Minnesota Medical School.
• Minnesota physical therapy licensure eligibility.
• Graduate of an accredited physical therapy program.
• Minimum of 6 years of full-time higher education experience, including 3 years in a DPT program.

Responsibilities

• Oversee CAPTE accreditation compliance, self-studies, site visits, progress reports, and annual reporting.
• Lead program governance, faculty meetings, and retreats; advocate for the program to external bodies.
• Supervise and mentor program faculty and administrative staff; manage workloads and promotions.
• Lead curriculum oversight, policy enforcement, and student engagement activities.
• Drive strategic planning, budgeting, and expansion opportunities for the DPT program.

Skills

Scholarly activity

Leadership

Communication

APTA member

Program governance

Education

Doctoral degree (Ph.D./Ed.D./D.Sc.)

Graduate of accredited physical therapy program

Job description

University of Minnesota is seeking a DPT Program Director to provide comprehensive leadership for the Division of Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation Science. The role includes executive supervision of faculty and staff, governance, and strategic initiatives to advance the DPT program.

Juggling accreditation, curriculum, student outcomes, and budgetary responsibilities, the PD collaborates with department leadership to sustain program quality and growth while aligning with graduate school