The Interim–Part-Time Department Chair for Computer Technologies provides academic and operational leadership to support the programs, faculty, and students within the department. This position is designed for an experienced faculty member with strong familiarity with online and hybrid instructional models, academic processes, adult learners, and a student-centered mission. The Chair works collaboratively with the Associate Dean and other School of Technology leadership to coordinate teaching assignments, oversee course quality and development, and ensure the smooth operation of programs. The role combines administrative oversight with active engagement in curriculum planning, faculty support, and quality assurance to maintain excellence across all Computer Technology programs.

Responsabilidades principales

• Liderazgo y administración del departamento
• Serve as liaison and primary point of contact for faculty within the Computer Technologies department.
• Oversee term-based operations, including course scheduling, faculty assignments, and textbook review coordination.
• Support faculty onboarding, training, and communication to ensure teaching excellence and consistency.
• Coordinate monitoring course quality, implementing updates, and collaborating with Instructional Design and Development (IDD) for fixes,improvements, and course development.
• Contribute to department planning, program review, and assessment reporting in collaboration with the Associate Dean.
• Track key metrics such as course evaluation data, grading patterns, and student success indicators to inform continuous improvement.
• Participate in departmental and school-level meetings, initiatives, and special projects as assigned.
• Serve on School and University committees to support Excelsior’s strategic and academic goals.
• Support compliance with institutional, state, and accreditation standards as applicable to departmental programs.

  Cualificaciones

• Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or related technical field with significant professional experience and industry certifications required; doctoral degree preferred.
• Demonstrated understanding of Excelsior’s academic policies, instructional practices, and curriculum processes.
• Minimum of five years of teaching experience in higher education, with some leadership or administrative experience in an online and/or hybrid environment preferred.
• Strong written communication, organizational, and analytical skills.
• Ability to work independently while managing multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Experience with course development, assessment, or accreditation preferred.
• Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in curriculum and faculty development.

Los valores de Excelsior CARES La Universidad Excelsior valora la compasión, la agilidad, el respeto, la excelencia y el servicio. Cada empleado contribuye a crear un entorno de aprendizaje centrado en el estudiante que da prioridad a la integridad académica, la innovación y la inclusión.

Entorno laboral

This position is hybrid with virtual meetings and potential travel to conference and Albany, NY, for planning or training purposes.

The hiring salary range for this position is $50.00 per hour. The hiring salary range above represents the University's good faith estimate at the time of posting