Professor/Department Head

Southeastern Louisiana University; Hammond (LA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Southeastern Louisiana University invites applications for the position of Head of the Department of Kinesiology and Health Sciences at Associate Professor or Professor rank. The head role combines 12-month teaching and administrative duties, including budget oversight, scheduling, and program development while maintaining teaching effectiveness and scholarly activity.

The department serves 800+ majors and offers undergraduate programs in Health Promotion, Kinesiology, and Health and Physical

Qualifications

• Four-year college/university teaching experience and administrative experience.
• Doctoral degree from an accredited university in a related Health Science discipline.
• Record of scholarly achievement and service to merit appointment to faculty at Associate Professor or Professor.

Responsibilities

• Lead budgeting, scheduling, and development of departmental programs.
• Oversee accreditation procedures, standards, and compliance within the college and university.
• Hire, supervise, and evaluate faculty; coordinate departmental committees.
• Serve as liaison between faculty and the Dean; advocate for the department.

Skills

Effective leadership

Strong communication

Strategic planning

Diversity and inclusion

Education

Doctoral degree in Health Science or related field

Job description

Southeastern Louisiana University's invites applications for the position of Head of the Department of Kinesiology and Health Sciences (Associate Professor or Professor rank). The Department of Kinesiology and Health Sciences serves over 800 student majors and offers undergraduate degrees in Health Promotion, Kinesiology, and Health and Physical Education, and master’s degrees in Athletic Training and Health & Kinesiology. The department is housed in the College of Education, Health, and Human Sciences. The Department Head is a dual-role 12-month teaching and administrative position. As a faculty member, the Department Head is expected to maintain teaching effectiveness and scholarly productivity. As an administrator, the Department Head serves as the unit budget officer and is responsible for the planning, direction and development of the department. Generally, the portion of workload committed to administrative duties is devoted to activities such as hiring, supervising, and evaluating faculty, preparing the department’s schedule of course offerings, maintaining departmental records, appointing and coordinating departmental committees, and addressing student needs. The Department Head acts as a liaison between department faculty and the Dean, serving as an advocate for the department and implementing the directives of the Dean. The Department Head shall be eligible for all faculty development grants. The Department Head manages and oversees accreditation procedures, standards, and compliance issues within the college and University.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Successful four-year college/University teaching experience and successful administrative experience
• Doctoral degree from an accredited University in a related Health Science discipline.
• Record of creative or scholarly achievement and service to merit appointment to faculty at the rank of Associate Professor of Professor

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Evidence of experience with online teaching and program development
• Ability to build consensus through share governance
• Advocate for faculty, students, and programs

DESIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Demonstrates proficiency in program assessment, development, and revision consistent with professional standards
• Evidence of experience in developing health science programs that align with the college and University strategic plan
• Evidence of grant activity and other funding sources
• Evidence of accreditation process and annual report experience
• Applicants must be committed to working with diverse populations
• Have the ability to engage respectively with people
• Have excellent communication skills
• Have very good ambassadorial and diplomatic skills
• Have the ability to manage a number of competing demands
• Have excellent delegation skills
• Be flexible and adapt to changing circumstances
• Be able to develop their skills and seeks advice from a variety of sources
• Be willing and able to take direction from administration

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS:

• Cover Letter
• Resume/Vita
• Copies of Transcripts (official transcripts will be required if hired)
• Names and Contact information for 3 References

Posting Close Date

September, 20, 2026

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