Radiological Technology Program Director (Academic Program Director)

Kent State University; Saybrook-on-the-Lake (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

Kent State University’s Ashtabula Campus invites applications for the Academic Program Director position. The role directs all operational, administrative, instructional, and financial activities of a designated program and reports to a supervisor.

The director leads program development, budget oversight, policy creation, and compliance with accreditation and university standards, while ensuring effective administration and continuous program improvement.

Qualifications

• Master's degree and four years of relevant experience.
• Eligible for adjunct/part-time faculty status.
• Ability to lead and oversee academic programs.

Responsibilities

• Develop and market designated academic program or student service function.
• Oversee university designated program budget.
• Develop and revise program policies and procedures.
• Identify and secure program funding opportunities.
• Establish objectives and develop strategies for achieving objectives.
• Evaluate and implement changes to programs.
• Teach up to three 3-hour courses (or equivalent) per academic year if responsible for an academic program.
• Provide leadership of a small department, unit, or major function and/or provide direct supervision over administrative/professional employees.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Skills

Written and verbal communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

Master's degree in a relevant field

Job description

Job Title

Academic Program Director

Physical Location

Ashtabula Campus - Ashtabula, OH

Salary

$59,961 - $73,097

Basic Function

To direct all operational, administrative, instructional, and financial activities of a designated academic program or student service function. Reports to designated supervisor.

Additional Basic Function – if applicable

Provides leadership and administrative oversight for the Radiologic Technology Program, including organization, administration, assessment, and development of the program while ensuring compliance with university policies, accreditation requirements, and professional standards.

Examples of Duties

• Develop and market designated academic program or student service function.
• Oversee university designated program budget.
• Develop and/or revise program policies and procedures.
• Identify and secure program funding opportunities.
• Establish objectives and develop strategies for achieving objectives.
• Evaluate and implement changes to programs.
• Serve as liaison to various constituent groups relative to program activities.
• Serve on various University committees.
• Teach up to three 3-hour courses (or equivalent) per academic year if responsible for an academic program.
• May provide leadership of a small department, unit, or major function and/or provide direct supervision over administrative/professional employees.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Master's degree in a relevant field and four years of relevant experience; eligible individuals must meet the required criteria for adjunct/part-time faculty status

Knowledge Of

• Personal computer applications
• Budgeting
• Strategic planning

Skill In

Written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills

Ability To

Provide leadership and direction

Assessments

Asterisk (*) indicates knowledge, skills, abilities which may require assessments. Assessments could take the form of interview questions, a request to provide work samples or a written or practical test to assess job related competencies.

Working Conditions / Physical Requirements

None

Must pass a security check.

Disclaimer

The intent of this description is to illustrate the types of duties and responsibilities that will be required of positions given this title and should not be interpreted to describe all the specific duties and responsibilities that may be required in any particular position. Directly related experience/education beyond the minimum stated may be substituted where appropriate at the discretion of the Appointing Authority. Kent State University reserves the right to revise or change job duties, job hours, and responsibilities.

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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