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Purdue University Global is hiring an Academic Department Chair in Health Information Management. The role involves supervising faculty, ensuring curriculum relevance, and collaborating with course leaders and the Assistant Dean of Curriculum to maintain and develop courses in the assigned program.

Highlights

Supervise full- and part-time faculty including hiring, training, and performance appraisal.
Collaborate with Scheduling Manager and Assistant Chair for class scheduling and faculty assignments.
Oversee course curriculum in coordination with course leaders and Assistant Dean of Curriculum.
Make faculty hiring, evaluation, and retention recommendations to Associate Dean based on metrics like terminal degrees and student feedback.
Participate in student retention activities and address faculty concerns regarding student issues.
Requires a doctorate in a health-related field, active RHIA credential, and 5 years of health information management experience.
Preferred leadership experience and familiarity with online education.
Strong computer skills with Microsoft Office, Google, and Zoom or similar technologies.
Salary target of $90,000 with additional benefits offered.
Must be authorized to work in the U.S.; this is a remote, exempt position.

Purdue Global Academic Department Chair, Health Information Management (REMOTE) Full Description

Our Opportunity:

The School of Health Sciences has an opening for an Academic Department Chair in Health Information Management. Building on Purdue University's mission to provide greater access to affordable, high-quality education, Purdue University Global is a public, nonprofit institution offering a world-class education online.

Job Summary:

The Department Chair supervises full- and part-time faculty in teaching their courses, being responsive to students, remaining current in their respective discipline and ensuring their involvement in providing course feedback and participation in professional development activities. The Department Chair is also expected to ensure the currency, relevance, and appropriateness of the curriculum as a whole and work with course leaders and the Assistant Dean of Curriculum in the development and maintenance of courses within the assigned program.

What to expect in this role:

Directly supervise full and part-time faculty including interviewing, hiring, and training; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining; addressing complaints and resolving problems.
Partner with the Scheduling Manager and/or Assistant Chair (if applicable) with the scheduling of classes and/or assignment of full time faculty and part time adjunct.
Review faculty performance to ensure maintenance of the classroom standards.
Take a lead role in assigned course curriculum oversight in conjunction with course leaders and the Assistant Dean of Curriculum.
Make recommendations to the Associate Dean as appropriate related to hiring, evaluation, and retention of faculty in assigned courses. Metrics include percentage of faculty with terminal degrees, student end of term survey results and GPA distribution in sections and courses.
Contribute to the overall success of the University as a whole. Assessment will include positive working relationships with peers and external departments.
Participate in student retention activities and provide a beginning point of contact for faculty with student escalation issues.
Provide a meaningful learning experience for each student in every course.
Perform other administrative and job-related duties as assigned.

Experience:

Doctorate in a health-related field, active Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA) credential, and 5 years of work experience in health information management required.
Experience with online instruction/education is a plus.
Leadership experience and experience teaching and supervising faculty are preferred.

What we're looking for:

Exceptional computer skills using Microsoft Office applications, Google, and Zoom or similar meeting technology.
Must be forward-thinking and self-directed, with the ability to lead faculty and project teams. Creativity in multiple and varied arenas is a plus.
Excellent communication, organizational and time-management skills, and ability to work independently in a virtual environment with minimal supervision.
Ability to work a flexible schedule
Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to effectively communicate with a professional demeanor with people at all levels within the organization.
Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion

Additional Information:

The target salary for this position is $90,000. Learn more about our benefits here.
Purdue University Global will not sponsor employment authorization for this position.
A background check will be required for employment in this position.
When applying for a faculty position at Purdue University Global you will be asked to provide an unofficial transcript and if hired will be required to provide an official transcript.
This is a remote position; no relocation required. Candidates must be based in and legally authorized to work in the United States.
FLSA: Exempt (Not Eligible For Overtime)
Purdue Global is an EO/EA employer. Our goal is to recruit and retain talent from a broad pool of applicants. Purdue Global celebrates a variety of perspectives, experiences, and skills to support a success-focused environment for employees and students. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. All are encouraged to apply.

#HEJ

Original Job Description

Our Opportunity:

Job Summary:

What to expect in this role:

Directly supervise full and part-time faculty including interviewing, hiring, and training; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining; addressing complaints and resolving problems.
Partner with the Scheduling Manager and/or Assistant Chair (if applicable) with the scheduling of classes and/or assignment of full time faculty and part time adjunct.
Review faculty performance to ensure maintenance of the classroom standards.
Take a lead role in assigned course curriculum oversight in conjunction with course leaders and the Assistant Dean of Curriculum.
Make recommendations to the Associate Dean as appropriate related to hiring, evaluation, and retention of faculty in assigned courses. Metrics include percentage of faculty with terminal degrees, student end of term survey results and GPA distribution in sections and courses.
Contribute to the overall success of the University as a whole. Assessment will include positive working relationships with peers and external departments.
Participate in student retention activities and provide a beginning point of contact for faculty with student escalation issues.
Provide a meaningful learning experience for each student in every course.
Perform other administrative and job-related duties as assigned.

Experience:

Doctorate in a health-related field, active Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA) credential, and 5 years of work experience in health information management required.
Experience with online instruction/education is a plus.
Leadership experience and experience teaching and supervising faculty are preferred.

What we're looking for:

Exceptional computer skills using Microsoft Office applications, Google, and Zoom or similar meeting technology.
Must be forward-thinking and self-directed, with the ability to lead faculty and project teams. Creativity in multiple and varied arenas is a plus.
Excellent communication, organizational and time-management skills, and ability to work independently in a virtual environment with minimal supervision.
Ability to work a flexible schedule
Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to effectively communicate with a professional demeanor with people at all levels within the organization.
Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion

Additional Information:

The target salary for this position is $90,000. Learn more about our benefits here.
Purdue University Global will not sponsor employment authorization for this position.
A background check will be required for employment in this position.
When applying for a faculty position at Purdue University Global you will be asked to provide an unofficial transcript and if hired will be required to provide an official transcript.
This is a remote position; no relocation required. Candidates must be based in and legally authorized to work in the United States.
FLSA: Exempt (Not Eligible For Overtime)
Purdue Global is an EO/EA employer. Our goal is to recruit and retain talent from a broad pool of applicants. Purdue Global celebrates a variety of perspectives, experiences, and skills to support a success-focused environment for employees and students. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. All are encouraged to apply.

#HEJ

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Purdue Global Academic Department Chair, Health Information Management (REMOTE)

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