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At Pacific University we thrive in an extraordinary environment, surrounded by the beauty of the great Pacific Northwest, with campus locations in Forest Grove, Hillsboro, and Eugene. We humbly acknowledge and thank the original caretakers of the lands on which we live, work, teach, acquire and share knowledge.

DESCRIPTION

The Director, while assuming both faculty and administrative roles, provides administrative leadership for the School of Audiology and reports directly to the Executive Dean & Vice Provost of the College of Health Professions of the University. The Director will join an established College of Health Professions which includes schools and/or programs in Dental Health Science, Healthcare Administration and Leadership, Occupational Therapy, Pharmacy, Physical Therapy and Athletic Training, Physician Associate Studies, and Graduate Psychology. (A master’s in Genetic Counseling and Biomedical Engineering have recently been approved.) The Director is responsible for leading the faculty in a collaborative endeavor related to all aspects of the academic program for the school, including but not limited to faculty recruitment and development, maintenance of academic standards, curriculum development, budgetary oversight, research and scholarship, external relations and maintenance of accreditation. The Director is also responsible for the Pacific EARClinic, the onsite audiology clinic on the Hillsboro Campus. This is a full-time administrative position on a twelve-month contract. The Program Director works closely with other University administrative officers as the needs of the school dictate.

The School of Audiology. Established in 2012, the 3-year accelerated Au.D. program has over 230 alumni with diverse practices across the United States and in several international countries. The curriculum is based on a modified-block design, which allows the sequential delivery of courses in compressed blocks of study rather than the traditional method of teaching multiple courses at the same time over the course of a semester. Our innovative teaching and simulation labs contain nine individual stations or “pods” which each contain all the equipment used in a clinical setting. Students are assigned to each pod and have 24/7 access for practicing clinical skills. The full-service Pacific EARClinic provides for the hearing and balance healthcare needs of our community while providing rich clinical experiences for our students. An exciting advantage of being in the College of Health Professions is the emphasis on interprofessional collaboration and practice. The Pacific Interprofessional Clinic is housed across the street and new ideas and collaborations are sought and welcomed.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Providing visionary leadership and administration of the School of Audiology.

Developing and maintaining a supportive infrastructure congruent with the School, College, and University’s Mission and Values.

Assuring adherence, currency and innovation to established academic standards, guidelines, policies and accreditation standards.

Effectively managing allocated Board approved funds.

Leading the faculty in long-range planning, development, implementation and strengthening of the curriculum.

Mentoring faculty leadership in teaching, scholarship, and service, in accordance with the University Faculty and Governance Handbook and the profession.

Advocating for and supporting staff development.

Recruiting and retaining human resources to meet strategic goals and outcomes of the program.

Coordinating the recruitment and admission of new students in cooperation with the professional program’s admissions staff.

Collaborating with College of Health Professions Deans and Directors to support Pacific University’s strategic plan.

Overseeing the welfare, academic progress and professional development of all students in the school.

Continuously seek and complete scholarly and professional development.

Marketing the School and the audiology profession at large.

Nurturing partnerships with the community and industry to financially support program initiatives and students.

Advocating for institutional support to meet strategic goals and outcomes for the school.

Representing the School in the College’s and University's administrative structure.

Representing the School on local, state, and national audiology associations and organizations as well as the general professional community.

Demonstrating excellence and innovation in classroom, clinical, and laboratory instruction and teaching within appropriate school and CHP courses.

Continuing to innovate interprofessional education across the college and supporting the efforts of faculty, staff, and students to enhance interprofessional collaboration across didactic and clinical curricula.

QUALIFICATIONS

A doctoral degree with a major emphasis in audiology, hearing science, or a related field (e.g., PhD, AuD, or EdD).

Meet eligibility requirements to be licensed in Oregon as an Audiologist (OAR 681.264).

Demonstrated success in an academic setting to include administration, budget management and teaching.

Excellent leadership skills with ability to motivate and direct faculty, staff and students utilizing collaboration, consensus building and effective interpersonal skills.

Demonstrated record of scholarship commensurate with the rank of Associate or Full Professor with tenure.

Application: Please upload your cover letter of interest and your CV. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis with highest priority candidates submitting an application by October 1, 2024.

At Pacific University we are dedicated to providing experiences that are authentic, holistic, equity minded, and responsive. We continue to develop our equity practices with a particular focus on racial equity.

For qualifying employees, our benefits include generous paid time off for vacation, holidays (including winter break) and sick leave. We offer medical coverage with alternative care (in-network services covered at 100% after payroll deduction), comprehensive dental, vision plans, 9% contribution to retirement after one year of service with no match required, free mental health appointments, and tuition remission for employees and their dependents. We cover employer paid life, short term disability, and long term disability insurance. On campus benefits include free access to our sports facility and library, with discounts on campus food, bookstore purchases, clinic services, and gear rentals through our outdoor program (kayaks, snow shoes, bikes and more).

Candidates from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply. Studies have shown that candidates that are female and/or BIPOC are less likely to apply for jobs unless they meet all of the qualifications they find in the job description. We are seeking the best candidate for the job, and that candidate may be a person who comes from a less traditional background. We encourage you to apply even if you don't meet every minimum qualification described or are unsure if your experience could be considered related experience.

NOTICE OF NONDISCRIMINATION POLICY

It is the policy of Pacific University not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, age, religion or religious creed, disability, sex or gender, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, military, veteran or Vietnam Era status, or any other protected classification recognized by applicable law, in admission, access to, or treatment in employment, educational programs or activities as required by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Age Discrimination Act, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, or any other applicable state or federal law, or city ordinance. Questions or complaints may be directed to the Vice President for Academic Affairs, 2043 College Way, Forest Grove, OR 97116, provost@pacificu.edu.

Application materials will be screened and interview candidates will be selected and notified by telephone. The hiring process normally consists of several interviews and can last several weeks depending on the position. All applicants will be notified once the position is filled. Employment is contingent upon eligibility to work in the United States.