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Department Head and Associate/Full Professor

Prairie View A&M University and Careers
Prairie, TX Full Time
POSTED ON 3/21/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 4/21/2026
Job Title
Department Head and Associate/Full Professor (Educational Leadership & Counseling)
Agency
Prairie View A&M University
Department
College Of Education
Proposed Minimum Salary
Commensurate
Job Location
Prairie View, Texas
Job Type
Faculty
Job Description
The Department Head of Education Leadership and Counseling will represent and advocate for faculty and students and the academic programs they serve. The Department Head will manage departmental personnel and budget and resources as well as oversee program reviews and evaluation of faculty and staff. The Department Head will provide leadership in the University, state and region, and promote excellence in educational leadership and counseling for both undergraduate and graduate levels. The Department Head will demonstrate commitment to the success and well-being of faculty, students, and staff.
The salary is determined in accordance with the University’s compensation structure and will be commensurate with the candidates’ education and experience, within the assigned salary range for this position.
Responsibilities:
  • Provides and implements a leadership vision (i.e. research, teaching, and service) for the department within the context of the university strategic plan.
  • Develops, implements, and evaluates policies, procedures, and programs affecting faculty and student outcomes.
  • Manages course assignments and/or fiscal affairs of the department consistent with the college and university expectations.
  • Generates research and/or grant opportunities for faculty and students within the department as well as understand and can demonstrate data-driven decisions.
  • Expands and/or supports the growth of current academic degree for graduate programs.
  • Enhances recruitment, retention, and accreditation efforts as well as the research and/or grant portfolio of the department, College, and university.
  • Builds upon and/or cultivates new relationships with internal and external partners as well as constituents served.
  • Teaches graduate courses to students.
Required Education and Experience:
  • Earned doctorate degree or terminal degree in an area offered by the department or a related discipline.
  • Must have demonstrated leadership experiences and the ability to adapt and respond quickly to the changing needs of the department, College and university.
  • Be tenure-eligible at the rank of Associate Professor or Professor upon arrival.
  • Experience in K-12 teaching and administration in higher education or related educational context.
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
  • Must have a commitment to fostering undergraduate and graduate teaching and learning; the ability to adapt and respond quickly to the changing needs of the department, college and institution.
  • Have a working knowledge of handling hiring matters and fiscal budgets. Must have a leadership vision to enhance faculty teaching and research programs.
Preferred Education and Experience:
  • A doctoral degree in educational leadership, educational policy, counseling education, or related area from an accredited university.
  • Have experience in a Research I and/or Research II institution (i.e. faculty or administrative positions).
  • A minimum of three years of teaching or administrative experience in K-12 schools, higher education, or related educational contexts.
  • Experience with national (i.e. NCATE/CAEP, CACREP) and/or state accreditation (i.e. TEA), institutional effectiveness, or related program review processes.
  • Excellent written, oral and interpersonal skills.
  • Demonstrated ability to work effectively and collegial with students, staff and faculty.
  • Experience evaluating, mentoring, and managing faculty, staff, and students.
Job Posting Close Date:
  • Until Filled

Required Attachments:
Please attach all required documents listed below in the attachment box labeled as either “Resume/CV or Resume/Cover Letter” on the application. Multiple attachments may be included in the “Resume/CV” or Resume/Cover Letter” attachment box. Any additional attachments provided outside of the required documents listed below are considered optional.
  • Resume or Curriculum Vitae
  • Cover Letter

Application Submission Guidelines:

All applicants are required to apply via our Career Site on or before the closing date indicated on the job posting. Applicant inquiries received via email and websites such as really, HigherEdJobs, etc. will not be considered unless the individual has applied to the available position via the PVAMU Career site.

The required documents listed in the above "Required Attachments" section must be attached to the application prior to the job closing date indicated to ensure full consideration for the application submitted. Please contact the Office of Human Resource on or before the closing date indicated above at 936-261-1730 or jobs@pvamu.edu should you need assistance with the online application process.

Background Check Requirements:
All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.
Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.

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