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Works in conjunction with the Program Director in the delivery of the DPT Hybrid Immersion program including delivery of the curriculum in a manner that meets the program goals, learning outcomes and consistency between the parent and flex expansion programs. Provides administrative leadership for aspects of the academic program operation. 

This campus-based position is located at the Dallas, TX campus and offers a flexible work arrangement that includes both on-campus and virtual teaching responsibilities to support our DPT Hybrid Immersion program.

Responsibilities include:

• Implement strategies to achieve goals of the program that are consistent with the goals and policies of the University
• Collect, prepare and furnish outcome data and relevant information about the Program as required by the University
• Participate in Program Director Council to contribute to the development and implementation of policies and procedures
• Oversees core and contributing faculty in areas related to the professional program.
• Responsible for overseeing and participating in the training, development, and supervision of core faculty
• Participates and leads the recruitment and hiring of contributing faculty and lab assistants.
• Oversee the local clinical education office responsibilities, policies, and organizational development. 
• Interact with local facility manager, other program leadership, and student services to ensure student satisfaction and seamless communication and processes across all university departments.
• Plan and participate in special events for the program.
• Assists senior program director with the development of the local program budget, coordinate local resources needed for classroom/lab activities, faculty scholarship, and student needs. 
• Supervise students of the program by dealing with student issues such as complaints, appeals, and misconduct.
• Reduced teaching workload not to exceed .5 FTE workload
• Service and scholarly activities
• Participate in marketing activities and other activities as a representative of the University

May perform other duties and responsibilities that management may deem necessary from time to time.

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS

Position may require driving or travel to other campuses. A valid driver license for state of residence and at least minimum liability insurance required by state and the ability to travel to off-site locations for marketing and community/professional activities

Responsible for the direction and supervision of faculty, students and staff employees for the program and coordinating with the senior program director for the parent program. 

POSITION IN ORGANIZATION

REPORTS TO:  Senior Program Director

POSITIONS SUPERVISED:  Core Faculty, Contributing Faculty, Academic Program Assistant, Student Workers

TECHNICAL, MANAGERIAL, and PEOPLE SKILLS REQUIRED

To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Incumbents will be evaluated, in part, based on performance of each essential function. Appropriate reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

• Demonstrates excellent communication, time management and organizational skills to faculty, students, outside constituents  
• Proven organizational skills required with excellent communication, time management and delegation experience required
• Demonstrated data analysis and student outcomes skills
• Experience with collaboration, facilitation, and team building
• Able to work independently with numerous projects/tasks with little or no supervision, as well as in a team environment and promote collaboration
• Models core values and takes an active role in enforcing University policies
• Demonstrates effective interactions with University support services
• Demonstrates the ability to manage change

• State licensed (or eligible) physical therapist in academic program
• An advanced doctoral degree or terminal doctorate with proven scholarship, service and committee activities
• Demonstrated leadership ability
• Prior entry level therapy education teaching experience required; graduate level education administration highly preferred
• Proven organizational skills required with excellent communication, time management and delegation experience required
• Demonstrated data analysis and student outcomes skills
• Experience with collaboration, facilitation, and team building
• Experience teaching in remote or online learning environments, including the effective use of learning management systems, virtual instructional technologies, and student engagement strategies

LICENSURE and/or CERTIFICATION

• Current state practice license or eligible as a physical therapist in assigned academic program

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies to perform the essential functions of the position:

• Committed to Mission and Values - Has a clear understanding of institution’s mission and values. Has a passion for facilitating learning and for enabling students to navigate their own learning journey.
• Contribute Knowledge to the Discipline - Compelled by the opportunity to contribute through research, scholarship professional practice or creativity.
• Accountable -Takes personal responsibility for own goals and outcomes to ensure student success. Establishes clear expectations, follows through on commitments to students and holds them accountable for assignments and performance
• Collaborative - Works cooperatively with others across the institution and beyond, including the community and through partnerships. Represents own interests while being inclusive and fair to others.
• Communicates Effectively - Adapts oral and written communication approach and style to the audience and based on the message. Also listens attentively to others.
• Drives Engagement - Makes students feel welcome, understood and valued. Creates a learning environment that is compelling, challenging and productive.
• Academic Discipline Expertise - Has sufficient credentials, industry expertise and/or experience in the discipline to teach according to the standards and qualifications required.
• Education Design - Designs learning experiences closely linked to learning outcomes including lesson planning, design of project, work integrated, group learning experiences, or interactive learning objects. Has depth of expertise in pedagogy, andragogy and overall learning effectiveness.
• Teaching Delivery/Learning Facilitation Skills - Manages small, large, blended, hybrid and/or online classrooms, monitoring and ensuring participation, managing one’s own and students' time and attention effectively.
• Drives Engagement - Creating a climate where people are motivated to do their best to help the organization achieve its objectives.
• People Leadership - Leads by example when it comes to finding and developing talent, with a focus on talent acquisition strategies, setting performance targets that raises standards and development of high potential talent.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:
Work is performed primarily in a standard office environment but may involve exposure to moderate noise levels. Work involves operation of personal computer equipment for six to eight hours daily and includes physical demands associated with a traditional office setting, e.g., walking, standing, communicating, and other physical functions as necessary.

Hiring Ranges (Dallas):

• Assistant Professor rank: $79,030-$132,710
• Associate Professor rank: $88,923-$152,617
• Professor rank: $97,600-$169,800