Program Director and Core Faculty: Clinical Psychology Phoenix Campus

Compensation: from USD 124000 - yearly

Our Mission: Alliant University prepares students for professional careers of service and leadership, and promotes the discovery and application of knowledge to improve the lives of people in diverse cultures and communities around the world.

Our Vision: An inclusive world empowered by Alliant alumni.

Position Summary: This position is the founding Program Director for the Clinical Psychology PsyD program in Phoenix. Prior to program launch, the position is 1.0 FTE program director with a focus on program development, including building program materials, preparing a self-study, developing practicum sites, and recruiting core and adjunct faculty. Upon program launch, the position will be .50 FTE program director and .50 FTE core faculty. 50% Program Director: The Program Director manages academic and program functions; oversees program assessment, continuous improvement interventions, and accreditation; leads and/or facilitates student sessions such as workshops and orientations; provides educational guidance for new and continuing students; assists in the development and implementation of student learning outcomes; leads and/or participates in curriculum development, faculty development, and applicable university and/or program activities. 50% Core Faculty: Core faculty are expected to maintain a course load, chair dissertation projects, provide service to the program and university, and engage in scholarship. The area of specialization for the position is open. Stronger candidates will have clinical and/or research specialties that focus on oppressed or underserved groups.

Starting Salary: $124,000 annualized, Full-time, Exempt.

Education: A PhD or PsyD degree in clinical or counseling psychology from an APA-accredited program.

Experience: Demonstrated experience with program administration, graduate-level teaching, scholarship, clinical expertise, and commitment to multicultural training. A minimum of three (3) years prior experience in an administrative or leadership role in clinical psychology, preferably administrative experience in an academic setting. At least five (5) years of experience in the field as a licensed psychologist.

License: Licensed as a psychologist in Arizona within the first calendar year following program start.

Duties & Responsibilities: Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. Program Director Duties/Responsibilities (comprise .50 FTE upon program launch).Ensures delivery of a quality academic program through: Maintaining an active presence that assures campus vitality. Being accessible to faculty, students, and staff through multiple modalities (e.g., in-person, phone, video). Overseeing the recruitment, retention, and management of core and adjunct faculty. Working collaboratively with appropriate admissions and enrollment personnel to facilitate the successful enrollment/matriculation of qualified students. Ensuring curriculum and courses are current, relevant, and effective in meeting program learning outcomes. Field placement consultation with the program’s Director of Clinical Training. Engaging in ongoing programmatic assessment to ensure program quality and adherence to regional and specialty accreditation standards, as applicable. Ensuring fiscal sustainability through budget management. Ensuring accuracy of advertising used in printed and electronic materials. Governance & Planning: Works in conjunction with the Dean to develop and execute the strategic vision of the school and program. Participates in school, campus, and University governance committees, as appropriate. Effectively initiates and recommends hiring and retention. Develops, coaches, counsels, and evaluates faculty and staff. Faculty Activities/Responsibilities (comprise .50 FTE upon program launch) Facilitated Learning On-ground and distance education, including: Course and syllabus preparation. Class curriculum coordination, planning, and teaching. Assessment and evaluation of learners. Mentoring and advising students. Develops, coaches, counsels, and evaluates faculty and staff. Research/scholarship mentoring and supervision. Scholarship/research reflecting original, creative, and peer-reviewed contributions to the field of psychology commensurate with academic rank. Service All faculty engage in service to the program, university, profession, and community commensurate with academic rank. Comply with Alliant International University rules and regulations and those of applicable accrediting agencies, as well as with the ethical standards of the American Psychological Association. Perform other related tasks, duties, and responsibilities as required, assigned, or directed. Supervisory Responsibility:

Direct Reports: Core Faculty; Adjunct Faculty; Program Coordinator; Director of Clinical Training; Teaching, Research, or Student Assistant, when assigned. Indirect Reports: None. Contact Responsibility: Internal: Interacts with supervisor to receive direction and instructions and/or review of work results. This position works closely with colleagues in multiple departments (i.e., Admissions, Student Advising, Registrar, etc.) to support both students and colleagues in achieving student success and program goals. External: Interacts with prospective students, to provide advice and support. Interacts with accrediting and regulatory agencies as required. Primary Work Location, Hours & Travel Requirements:

Office Location: Hybrid per university policy; regular presence on the Phoenix campus is required, but frequency may vary.

Work Hours: Standard office hours.

Travel: Occasional travel to campus, clinics, and professional meetings.

Background Check Requirements: Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check (including criminal, prior employment and education verification). Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the application status of applicants or continued employment of current University employees who apply for the position.

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