Visiting Faculty & Program Coordinator for Public Health Program

Chaminade University of Honolulu; Honolulu (HI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

An established educational institution in Hawaii is looking for a Visiting Faculty member to assume a dual role as Program Coordinator for the Public Health Program. This part-time position includes teaching, overseeing program administration, and ensuring curriculum effectiveness. Ideal candidates hold a Master’s degree in Public Health or a related field and possess experience in higher education, with a strong emphasis on collaboration and community engagement. The role encourages professional development and nurtures a commitment to serving a diverse student population.

Qualifications

• Oversee the Bachelor of Science in Public Health and future public health programs.
• Participate in accreditation processes and curriculum development.
• Lead Public Health faculty meetings and support student recruitment.

Responsibilities

• Teach required workload credits per semester.
• Coordinate activities across faculty, staff, students, and partners.
• Develop and manage the program budget.

Skills

Experience in academic program coordination

Higher education teaching experience

Proficient in technology for learning environments

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Ability to work with diverse students

Education

Master’s degree in Public Health or related field

Doctoral degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Learning management systems (e.g. Canvas)

Job description

Mission Statement

Chaminade University offers its students an education in a collaborative learning environment that prepares them for life, service and successful careers. Guided by its Catholic, Marianist and liberal arts educational traditions, Chaminade encourages the development of moral character, personal competencies, and a commitment to build a just and peaceful society. The University offers both the civic and church communities of the Pacific region academic and intellectual resources in the pursuit of common aims.

Title

Visiting Faculty (Lecturer/Senior Lecturer/Instructor/Assistant Professor) and Program Coordinator for Public Health Program

Department

School of Nursing and Health Professions

Position Type

Exempt, Part Time; 11‑month appointment

Reporting Relationship

This position reports to the Deans of the School of Nursing and Health Professions.

Position Summary

Chaminade University of Honolulu seeks a qualified candidate to fill a position of Visiting Lecturer/Program Coordinator to oversee the Bachelor of Science in Public Health and future public health programs. This onsite position is based in Honolulu, HI within the School of Nursing and Health Professions. The Public Health Program Coordinator provides leadership, coordination, and administrative oversight for the BSPH academic programs. The role supports program growth, accreditation readiness, curriculum alignment, faculty development, student support, and community partnership engagement.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Teach the required workload credits per semester as assigned.
• Actively participate in division and university related activities and committees, the accreditation process, curriculum development, and scholarship.
• Adhere to duties as described in the Faculty Handbook.
• Develop a professional development plan and demonstrate a trajectory that promotes scholarship, community service and life‑long learning.
• Remain current in latest industry practices, standards, equipment, research, and technology.
• Any other duties as assigned by the Deans of the School of Nursing and Health Professions.
• Serve as the Public Health Program Coordinator.

Program Coordinator Responsibilities

• Provision or delegation of responsibilities to assure year‑round coverage of coordinator responsibilities in the absence of the coordinator or when the coordinator’s full‑time appointment does not cover all 12 months.
• Provide strategic direction and operational oversight for the Public Health academic programs.
• Coordinate activities across faculty, staff, students, and community partners.
• Oversee program evaluation, continuous quality improvement, and reporting.
• Develop, manage, and monitor the program budget.
• Lead program accreditation efforts, including research, planning, and documentation preparation for accreditation (e.g., CEPH).
• Develop policies and procedures for effectively managing all components of the program and to ensure fair, equitable and considerate treatment of prospective and enrolled students.
• Maintain records of complaints about the program received from students or others.

Curriculum Management & Academic Planning

• Lead curriculum review, revision, and implementation, updating PLOs, CLOs, and course sequencing.
• Submit program changes and curriculum proposals to the Curriculum Committee, FAAW Committee, and Academic Counsel.
• Update degree requirements, minors, and course information per university guidelines.
• Build and update BSPH courses in Canvas.
• Coordinate FLEX program planning, orientation, and faculty hiring for FLEX courses.
• Meet regularly with Advising and Admissions teams to align program curriculum with recruitment and retention needs.

Faculty, Hiring, & Development

• Plan and lead Public Health faculty meetings and advisory board meetings.
• Hire, interview, and onboard new Public Health faculty.
• Train faculty on university systems.
• Mentor new BSPH faculty.
• Provide ongoing faculty support.
• Ensure textbooks are ordered each term.
• Serve as faculty advisor to Public Health students, offering guidance on course planning and academic success.
• Assist with practicum preparation and manage student concerns.

Public Health Program Marketing & Recruitment

• Collaborate with Admissions and support student recruitment and retention through information sessions, orientation events, and outreach activities.
• Plan and implement marketing strategies for the BSPH programs, including website updates and promotional materials.
• Represent the program at regional and national public health conferences and outreach events to promote the BSPH programs and strengthen partnerships.

Community Partnership & Experiential Learning Coordination

• Establish and maintain strong partnerships with local public health organizations, community health centers, and healthcare agencies.
• Serve as a liaison between the university and community partners to promote reciprocity and community‑engaged learning.
• Identify and secure practicum, internship, and service‑learning opportunities for BSPH students.

Program Evaluation & Reporting

• Develop and implement evaluation systems to assess program effectiveness, student outcomes, and curriculum impact.
• Collect, analyze, and interpret quantitative and qualitative data to guide program improvements.
• Prepare annual program reports, assessment updates, and stakeholder communications.
• Present findings to university leadership, accreditation bodies, and community partners as needed.

Compliance, Ethics & Regulatory Oversight

• Ensure the Public Health programs comply with all applicable laws, accreditation standards, university policies, and ethical guidelines.
• Maintain awareness of emerging public health regulations and best practices; integrate updates into program activities.
• Serve as a resource for faculty, students, and staff regarding public health standards, community health guidelines, and program expectations.

Professional Development & Training

• Maintain current knowledge of public health education, accreditation standards, and workforce trends.
• Provide training to faculty, staff, and student assistants to enhance program quality and operational efficiency.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement and professional growth within the program.

Disclaimer

This list of responsibilities is not exhaustive. The percentages regarding the essential and non‑essential functions of the job are not precise and are only an approximation; they can vary on a day‑to‑day basis and are subject to change on an as‑needed basis and/or in the sole discretion of supervisory management. Some holiday and weekend work may be required.

Qualifications

Minimum Education

• Master’s degree in Public Health or related field.

Preferred Education

• Doctoral degree preferred.

Experience and Skills

• Experience in academic program coordination, public health education, or higher education leadership.
• Ability to create and facilitate a meaningful learning environment and demonstrate willingness to teach a variety of nutrition and public health related courses.
• Higher education teaching experience in classroom, online, and/or clinical settings.
• Demonstrate potential for scholarly productivity.
• Experience working with culturally and ethnically diverse students.
• Proficient in technology to support both in‑class and online learning environments.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with ability to interact with diverse faculty, staff, and student body at all levels of the university.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite or related software, learning management systems (e.g. Canvas).
• Ability to prioritize work and resources.
• Ability to meet deadlines.
• High integrity and ethical standards.
• Knowledge of accreditation processes (e.g., CEPH or CPH‑related standards).
• Experience building community partnerships and supervising faculty.

Physical Requirements

Duties involve light work in an office and community setting and require minimal physical effort with intermittent sitting, standing, climbing stairs, and walking inclines. Must be able to lift 20 pounds, walk the campus with ease, and have excellent motor skills. Must be able to communicate information and ideas so that others will understand.

Other Requirements

• This is a part‑time, exempt position; 20 hours per week (M‑F) when general, but may require additional hours or shift changes, occasional nights and weekends.
• Performs other related duties as assigned by Supervisor.
• Observes all safety and health regulations and works in accordance with safe work procedures and policies of the University. Reports unsafe acts/conditions and injuries in a timely and proper manner.
• The employee is expected to adhere to all University policies which can be found at https://chaminade.edu/compliance/resources/ or on the employee Share Portal.

Marianist Identity/Native Hawaiian & Pacific Island Serving

An expressed willingness to respect and support the Catholic and Marianist identity of Chaminade University of Honolulu and to perform all duties in a manner consistent with Marianist educational values and mission of the University. Understanding of and respect for the University’s designation as an institution that serves students of Native Hawaiian and Pacific Island ancestry.