Director, School of Physical Therapy & Athletic Training

Pacific University achieves excellence and distinction by investing in exceptional people to think, care, create, and pursue justice in our world. We embrace discovery in a close and nurturing environment that leads to genuine transformation. Our community is diverse, sustainable, and dedicated to discovery and excellence in teaching, scholarship, and practice.

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

Description
The School of Physical Therapy and Athletic Training houses the Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) and Master of Science in Athletic Training (MSAT) programs. The Director of the School of Physical Therapy and Athletic Training is the chief academic officer for these programs, and also serves as the DPT Program Director. The Director reports to the Vice Provost and Executive Dean of the College of Health Professions, is a member of the College of Health Professions Deans and Directors Council, and serves on University committees. The Director provides leadership and administration for the School, supports the mission of the School and DPT and MSAT programs, promotes a positive and respectful environment for students, faculty and staff, and represents the School in the College, the University, the community, and the profession. The Director is responsible for providing guidance in the development of long-range programmatic planning, goals, and objectives.  

Responsibilities

• Provide vision and leadership for the School of Physical Therapy and Athletic Training
• Foster a community of inclusion in all aspects of departmental functions, including instruction, service, scholarship, advising, administrative work and collaboration with students
• Develop strong relationships with internal and external parties to promote the DPT and MSAT programs and to support the mission of the School
• Actively pursue external opportunities for funding, facilities, and research
• Prepare, manage, and administer program budgets and advocate for economic support
• Ensure compliance with institutional policies and accreditation standards
• Facilitate the faculty in long-range planning and program development
• Guide the faculty in outcomes assessment and curriculum review
• Contribute to recruitment, supervision, and evaluation of faculty and staff
• Recruit, supervise, and evaluate administrative personnel
• Implement standards for student performance and advancement
• Coordinate fundraising activities in support of programmatic goals 
• Represent the School in the University’s administrative structure
• Represent the School on local, state, and national levels within the professions and the community

Required Qualifications

• PhD, EdD, DSc or similar terminal doctorate degree and to possess or be eligible to hold an Oregon Physical Therapy License.  Applicant holds an active, unencumbered PT license in any United States jurisdiction. 
• Has a minimum of six years of full-time higher education experience, with a minimum of three years of full-time experience as a core faculty member in a CAPTE-accredited entry-level physical therapist education program. 
• Academic experience allowing the candidate to be eligible for Associate or Full Professor status
• Evidence of increasing administrative, management, and budgetary responsibilities
• Outstanding leadership, interpersonal, and communication skills
• Management style which emphasizes open communication, collaborative work relations, and continuous quality improvement
• Knowledge of curriculum design, outcomes assessment, and accreditation
• Teaching experience in physical therapy, athletic training, or health care higher education
• Service to the community and the physical therapy and/or athletic training professions

Preferred Qualifications
•    Athletic Training degree or background 
•    Understanding of the profession of Athletic Training and its academic accreditation process

APPLICATION PROCESS
To apply, please upload your Curriculum Vitae (CV), Cover Letter  and names and phone numbers of three professional references along with your Paycom application, Please name your documents as shown in the following example: (Example:  Adams_Amy letter, Adams_Amy CV, Adams_Amy references).  Persons who do not follow and complete the application process are not applicants and will not be considered for employment. 
Only qualified applicants will be contacted for an interview. During the selection process, we will strive to provide timely notifications. The selection process may vary from recruitment to recruitment but typically includes multiple interviews and may take several weeks depending on the position. All qualified applicants will be notified once the selection process has closed.
Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and continue to work without employer visa sponsorship, now or in the future.

At Pacific University, we are dedicated to offering experiences that are authentic, holistic, equity-minded, and responsive. Our communal success rests on the recognition that complex problems and effective solutions are best approached by teams with a variety of diverse perspectives. and life experiences. As we continue to develop our equity practices, we actively promote access to opportunities and equitable pay for all employees.

We, who make up Pacific University, aspire to become a community of purpose where everyone is enabled to be wholly and comfortably who they are; accountable for inclusive behaviors and practices; built on trust, civility, care, openness, and honest conversations often around critical subjects. We know that these values are critical to prepare for a global world with complex problems, through an asset-based mindset so that everyone is afforded an opportunity to succeed. We believe in fostering a workplace where every employee is respected, their contributions are valued, and they are provided opportunities to succeed.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS 
We offer a comprehensive benefits package for qualifying employees. Current benefits include:
●    Generous paid time off (for vacation, holidays—including winter break—and sick leave)
●    Medical coverage with alternative care options (with in-network services covered at 100% after payroll deduction)
●    Comprehensive dental and vision plans
●    Generous retirement contribution after one year of service with no match required
●    Free mental health appointments
●    Tuition remission for employees and their dependent child(ren) who meet eligibility requirements
●    On-campus benefits, including free access to our sports facility and library
●    Discounts on campus food, bookstore purchases, clinic services, and outdoor program gear rentals (including kayaks, snowshoes, and bikes)

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYMENT 
Pacific University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to complying with all applicable laws, including those concerning employment and workplace policies. We are committed to fostering a non-discriminatory and inclusive work environment. We are proud to encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including those from historically underrepresented groups.

NOTICE OF NONDISCRIMINATION POLICY 
Pacific University makes all employment decisions without regard to race, color, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, age, religion or religious creed, disability, sex, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by applicable law. Applicable laws include, but are not limited to, 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, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. Questions or complaints may be directed to the Vice President for Academic Affairs at 2043 College Way, Forest Grove, OR 97116 or via email at provost@pacificu.edu.
 

Salary : $160,000 - $170,000