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Program Director, Master of Emergency Management Science Program

University of the Pacific

United States, California, Sacramento

3200 5th Avenue (Show on map)

Nov 27, 2024

Posting Details

Position Information

Title	Program Director, Master of Emergency Management Science Program
Campus	Sacramento
Department	Health Sciences Administration
Posting Number	F00935
Full or Part Time	Full Time
Open Date	11/26/2024
Close Date
Open Until Filled	Yes
Days Per Week
Weeks Per Year

Position Description

Primary Purpose and Essential Functions	The Director of the Master of Emergency Management Science ( MEMS) in the School of Health Sciences ( SHS) is responsible for leadership management, and administration of the MEMS program. Reporting to the Dean of the SHS, the Program Director is responsible for the academic quality of the program, program organization, administration, fiscal management, ongoing review and assessment, and planning and development. This is an eleven month, nontenure track faculty appointment. Academic rank (Assistant, Associate Clinical Professor or Clinical Professor) commensurate with experience. Develops policies and procedures for effectively managing all components of the program in accordance with the University and SHS policies and procedures, including program admissions, retention, and completion, and to ensure just, equitable, and inclusive treatment of prospective and enrolled students. Participates in student recruitment and admissions processes in collaboration with Enrollment Management office and leads efforts for yield and retention. Recruits' faculty and staff as needed to meet the needs of the program and curriculum, supervises program faculty and staff and monitors their workloads and performance Oversees planning, development, and evaluation of curriculum, and program, ensures the quality of online teaching, and applies innovative instruction and technology in the delivery of the curriculum. Oversees data-driven program assessment and review processes to ensure student outcomes and program goals are achieved. Engages in interprofessional collaboration during the development and growth of the curriculum and supports curriculum designs promoting and accentuating interprofessional collaboration of enrolled students. Ensures ongoing and effective communication and coordination with program faculty, administration, and others involved with the program and its students. Oversees the budget and manages program resources ethically and responsibly in accordance with university policies. Represents the program to the community and healthcare organizations, at regional and national educator meetings. Serves on committees and taskforces as requested by the Dean and serves on state and national professional committees as appropriate. Works with the Senior Dean for Advancement and collaborates with development teams and other departments to enhance corporate, employer, alumni, and other stakeholder relationships, thereby developing additional resource opportunities. Must be able to maintain complete confidentiality except as to authorized sources Teaches in the curriculum, participates in student advisement, evaluation, and counseling. Participates in service and scholarship activities. Performs other duties as assigned by the Dean. University of the Pacific recognizes that diversity, equity, and inclusion is foundational to the success of our valued students and employees. We prioritize policy and decision-making that demonstrates awareness of, and responsiveness to, the ways socio-cultural forces related to race, gender, ability, sexuality, socio-economic status, etc. impede or propel students, faculty, and staff.
Minimum Qualifications	Doctoral degree (Ph.D., Ed.D.) in the field of Emergency and Protective Services. Three (3) years of experience in a leadership position that utilizes the principles of Emergency Management. One (1) year of experience delivering online graduate level courses in topics related to interdisciplinary healthcare. Five (5) years of experience in public service and/or coordination of incident command systems in the public sector.
Preferred Qualifications	Online teaching certification. Demonstrate effective interpersonal and communication skills (oral and written) to interact effectively with prospective applicants, campus administrative offices, faculty and staff. Strong ability to plan, manage and implement strategy for building program, meet deadlines, strong organizational skills and attention to detail. Possesses the flexibility and ability to operate online learning management system and several databases, while maintaining a high level of customer service. Excellent ability to accurately interpret and explain policies and procedures. Demonstrated ability to work successfully with diverse populations and demonstrated commitment to promote and enhance diversity, equity and inclusion. Experience and sensitivity in working with people of diverse backgrounds and cultures. Demonstrated experience in advancing social justice, equity, and inclusion in a university setting. Ability to engage and integrate culturally responsive practices and knowledge in their work.
Physical Requirements	The physical demands described here are representative but not definitive of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Requires extended periods of sitting and repetitive hand/wrist motion while using computer keyboard and phone. Occasional standing, walking, climbing stairs, bending, stooping and reaching. Occasional lifting up to twenty-five (25) pounds. Work Environment/Work Week/Travel: Work is primarily performed on-line in a remote location. Availability for students, faculty and staff during program hours is expected, regardless of time-zone where the work is performed. Participation in school-wide meetings virtually and occasional events on-campus as needed. Work performed mostly during standard business hours. Some events on weekends/evenings are to be expected and will be scheduled with advance notice. Occasional travel to the three (3) university campuses, as well as off-site locations to support recruitment and alumni events.
Hiring Range	$105,000.00 - $120,000.00 per year. We consider factors such as, but not limited to, scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's qualifications, internal equity, as well as market and organizational considerations when extending an offer.
Special Instructions	For first consideration, please apply on or before December 9, 2024.
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Are Applicants Required to Submit References for This Posting?	Yes
Minimum Number of References	2
Maximum Number of References	3
Background Check Statement	All applicants who receive a conditional offer of employment are required to execute a release and authorization for a background screening.
AA/EEO Policy Statement	University of the Pacific is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer dedicated to workforce diversity. In compliance with applicable law and its own policy, Pacific is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse faculty and staff and does not discriminate in its hiring of faculty and staff, or in the provision of its employment benefits to its faculty and staff on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, genetic information, sex/gender, marital status, military and veteran status, sexual orientation, medical condition, pregnancy, gender identity, gender expression, or mental or physical disability.