Assistant or Associate Professor, Speech and Language Pathology Program Director; F00176

Position: Assistant or Associate Professor, Speech and Language Pathology Program Director (F00176)
Location: Dobbs Ferry

POSITION DESCRIPTION The Speech and Language Pathology (SLP) Program Director, reporting to the School of Health and Natural Sciences Dean, plays a pivotal role in shaping and guiding the vision and execution of an academic program, as comprises one or more degree or certificate programs. They oversee curriculum planning and development, manage faculty and staff, and handle communication, budgeting, compliance, and program assessment.

The SLP Program Director will ensure alignment and collaboration with School-wide initiatives and Council of Academic Accreditation in Speech Language Pathology (CAA) accreditation standards, providing strategic direction and leadership for the degree program. This leader will demonstrate effective communication, management, and organizational skills, along with a passion for the academic program and a commitment to student success.

ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

* Program Leadership:
* Cultivate a professional, positive, and inclusive program culture that aligns students and faculty with the program's core values, fostering an environment of academic excellence and growth.
* Foster program events that support the program culture and ensure the program is well represented at major school and university events.
* Serve as a strong advocate for academic resources by using data-driven insights to support program needs.
* Collaborate with school administration to address resource gaps and support program sustainability.
* Ensure the program is represented at key community and professional events related to the fields students seek to enter.
* Ensure the curriculum reflects current academic and industry/professional trends, and accreditation standards to prepare graduates for professional success.
* Collaborate with faculty, department chairs, and the associate dean to initiate and guide curriculum updates.
* Build networks with area professionals to facilitate internship opportunities for students, grow the pool of adjunct faculty, and promote the program.
* Collaborate with department chairs, faculty, and senior leadership, to prepare for, receive, and maintain accreditation.
2. Academic Program Management: *

Oversee ongoing development, evaluation, and enhancement of the curricula, ensuring alignment with standards set by the University's Graduate Curriculum Committee (GCC)
* Contribute to development of new credit-bearing programs, while collaborating with School leadership and University administration to advance academic initiatives and projects.
* Updates the Graduate Student Handbook with respect to academic policies and procedures.
* Coordinate with School leadership to prepare self-study reports for review and approval by the graduate curriculum committee (GCC).
* Completes/submits CAA re-accreditation self- study reports and annual program reports online.
* Represents and leads the department in CAA reaccreditation and/or navigating updates to CAA standards.
* Facilitate timely and efficient course scheduling to optimize class availability and ensure alignment with academic requirements and Departmental goals.
* Review data on program enrollment trends, DFWI rates, and student course evaluations, and make recommendations to improve program outcomes and support student success.
* Supervise support staff, including student workers, if applicable.
* Represent the program at admissions events or ensure that a well-prepared faculty representative is available to engage prospective students.
* Collaborate with the Associate Dean to ensure timely and comprehensive course scheduling that serves the needs of students on the campuses the program serves.
* Review the program website each semester to ensure information is current, correct and represents the program and its faculty well.
3. Communication: *

• Facilitate internal communication with School and University administration, including the Dean's Office, Office of the Provost, and other administrative departments.
  * Coordinate internal communication regarding services for faculty and students to manage and resolve concerns, directing them to appropriate areas for assistance.
  * Work collaboratively as part of a team…