University of South Florida · 3 months ago
Associate/Full Professor and Program Director - Tenure Track/Tenured
Tampa, FL
Full-time
Onsite
Senior LevelThe University of South Florida (USF) is seeking a tenured Associate-Full Professor to serve as a Program Director for its Clinical Rehabilitation and Mental Health Counseling (CRMHC) program. The role involves providing academic and operational leadership, ensuring compliance with accreditation standards, and mentoring faculty and students while maintaining a strong record of research and publication.
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Responsibilities
Provide academic and operational leadership for all CRMHC program offerings, including graduate, undergraduate, and certificate programs
Lead overall program development, including strategic planning, innovation, and growth
Ensure compliance with CACREP accreditation standards and oversee program assessment and continuous improvement
Supervise faculty, staff, graduate assistants, and student workers
Mentor junior faculty and support faculty development
Manage program budget and resources effectively
Oversee and support marketing, admissions, and student recruitment efforts across all program areas
Serve as a liaison to the department chair, college leadership, community partners, and state and national stakeholders
Teach graduate-level courses and advise students
Maintain a strong record of research, publication, and external funding
Support student success through programmatic initiatives, licensure preparation, and recruitment strategies
Coordinate with other programs within the Department of Child and Family Study and the College of Behavioral and Community Sciences
Qualification
Required
Earned doctorate in Counselor Education and Supervision, Rehabilitation, or a closely related field and meets CACREP core faculty eligibility requirements
Experience in leadership or administration in higher education settings
Possession of, or eligibility for, licensure as a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) in Florida or Certified Rehabilitation Counselor (CRC) status within one year of employment
Preferred
Doctorate degree in Counselor Education and Supervision from a CACREP accredited program
Record of scholarly productivity and external research funding consistent with appointment at the associate or full professor level at a R1 university
Current or previous Principal Investigator for externally funded research or training grant
Evidence of teaching excellence at the graduate level
Experience mentoring faculty and graduate students
Strong record of interdisciplinary collaboration and community engagement
Demonstrated knowledge and experience with CACREP-accredited programs and accreditation process
Experience coordinating a Clinical Mental Health Counseling, Rehabilitation Counseling, or similar graduate program
Experience coordinating an online master's program
Benefits
Medical, dental and life insurance plans
Retirement plan options
Employee and dependent tuition programs
Generous leave
Hundreds of employee perks and discounts
Company
University of South Florida
University of South Florida is a public research university located in Tampa, Florida.
Founded in 1956
10001+ employees
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