Professor and Department Head of Psychological Sciences

Professor and Department Head of Psychological Sciences

Tarleton State University, a distinguished Doctoral National Comprehensive University, invites applications for the position of Professor and Department Head of Psychological Sciences in the Department of Psychological Sciences. As part of a vibrant academic community dedicated to excellence in teaching, research, and service, this role offers the opportunity to contribute meaningfully to a university that values innovation, collaboration, and inclusive growth.

Join us in advancing knowledge and transforming lives—on campus and beyond. Tarleton State University continues to grow its impact across Texas, with four distinct campuses located in Stephenville, Fort Worth, RELLIS-Bryan and Waco, along with a robust online community that extends our reach even further.

At the heart of it all is Stephenville, where Tarleton State offers a dynamic environment for faculty and staff. From a lively live music scene and numerous local festivals to rich traditions rooted in the surrounding community, Stephenville provides a vibrant and welcoming atmosphere.

No matter where you're located—on campus or online—you are part of a mission that transforms lives and makes a difference across the state of Texas and beyond.

The Department of Psychological Sciences is seeking a Department Head to lead a dynamic and growing academic unit. The department offers undergraduate, masters, and doctoral programs across three campus locations and online, making experience with multi-campus and online education environments especially valuable. Current academic offerings include a Bachelor of Science in Psychology, a Master of Science in Applied Psychology, a Specialist in School Psychology, and a Ph.D. in Experimental Psychology.

The Department Head provides academic and administrative leadership for the department. The Department Head manages faculty, staff, and student affairs; plays a key role in budget and resource management; oversees strategic planning; and represents the department to external stakeholders. This role is responsible for fostering excellence in teaching, research, and service, while promoting the strategic goals of the department, college, and institution.

This position reports to the Dean of the College of Education.

This is a 12-month tenured
* position located primarily on Tarleton State University's main campus in Stephenville, Texas.

Work hours:

Mon-Fri; 8 AM-5 PM or as work and teaching responsibilities indicate. The position requires occasional travel to all campus locations served by the department. It is expected that the Department Head will also fulfill teaching and research duties sufficient to hold the rank of a tenured Full Professor.

* Tenure upon arrival would be granted through approval from the Texas A&M University System Board of Regents.

60% Administration:

• Leadership and Strategic Planning
• Vision:
  Collaborate with the department faculty and staff to establish a vision for the department in alignment with the overall vision of the school, college, and the university.
• Strategic Planning:
  Lead the shared development and implementation of a departmental strategic plan.
• Institutional
  
  Collaboration:
  
  Work with the college dean and their leadership team, as well as administrative leadership in academic affairs and across institutional divisions to fulfill the institutional strategic plan Tarleton Forward 2030.
• Budget and Resource Allocation
• Financial Oversight:
  Develop and manage the department's budget in collaboration with college and university administration.
• Resource Allocation:
  Oversee the allocation of departmental resources, including equipment, lab space, technology, and office space.
• Reporting:
  Work with the university budget specialist for record keeping and university reporting.
• Academic Program Development and Continuous Improvement
• Curriculum Assessment:
  Ensure the ongoing review, development, and modification of curriculum to take advantage of cutting-edge technologies, and to meet the evolving needs of students, accreditation standards, and industry expectations.
• Program Assessment:
  Ensure review and evaluation of existing academic programs, using data to enhance quality and ensure alignment with institutional goals.
• Program Development:
  Work with department and university partners to propose and develop new undergraduate and graduate programs, including interdisciplinary programs, majors, minors, certificates, etc.
• Accreditation Compliance:
  Ensure that academic programs meet discipline and institutional accreditation requirements, including preparation of necessary reports and supporting documentation.
• Faculty and Staff Excellence
• Recruitment and Hiring:
  Oversee faculty and staff recruitment efforts, ensuring compliant recruitment practices and high-quality hiring.
• Mentoring:
  Provide mentorship and guidance to faculty and staff, foster ongoing professional development; encourage and support faculty in pursuing effective teaching practices and competitive…