Georgia State University Looking for Director of Acad Effectiveness and Student Success – Public Heath – Log #25-015 at Atlanta, GA  Full Time

The School of Public Health at Georgia State University invites outstanding applicants for the Director of Academic Effectiveness and Student Success position to begin in spring or summer 2024. This is a non-tenure track, full-time, 12-month faculty appointment at the rank of Academic Professional with opportunities for promotion to the ranks of Senior Academic Professional and Principal Academic Professional.

The Director will play a crucial role in ensuring the highest quality of academic programs and exceptional student outcomes through strategic assessment, continuous improvement, and accreditation processes. The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of public health education, a strong commitment to academic excellence and student success, and a track record of successful accreditation efforts.

Responsibilities:

• Lead the development, implementation, and management of a comprehensive academic assessment plan for the School of Public Health, ensuring alignment with institutional goals and accreditation standards.
• Collaborate with faculty, department heads, and program directors to design and execute assessment strategies that measure student learning outcomes and program effectiveness.
• Develop surveys and instruments to obtain feedback from students, faculty, alumni, and other stakeholders, as needed for accreditation and continuous improvement efforts.
• Oversee the collection, analysis, and interpretation of assessment data, providing meaningful insights to inform curriculum development, enrollment strategies, and program enhancements.
• Manage the preparation of accreditation materials and documentation, coordinating with relevant stakeholders to ensure compliance with accrediting bodies’ standards and requirements.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for accreditation agencies, facilitating site visits, responding to inquiries, and addressing accreditation-related matters.
• Lead faculty and staff in accreditation self-studies, ensuring accurate and comprehensive reporting on program strengths, challenges, and improvement initiatives.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement by facilitating discussions on assessment results, engaging stakeholders in data-driven decision-making, and promoting best practices in teaching and learning.
• Collaborate with institutional research teams to leverage data for evidence-based decision-making and institutional effectiveness.
• Stay current with developments in public health education, accreditation standards, and assessment best practices, and apply this knowledge to enhance academic quality and accreditation efforts.

Note: This job description is intended to provide a general overview of the position. Other duties may be assigned to fulfill the goals of the School of Public Health and the institution.

Required Credentials

• Doctoral degree (e.g., Ph.D., Ed.D., Dr.PH) in Education, Public Health, Psychology, or a related field with special emphasis on program evaluation and assessment, academic affairs, higher education administration, or education leadership.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in higher education administration, academic assessment, and accreditation processes, particularly in the field of public health.
• Knowledge of accreditation standards and requirements from recognized accrediting bodies in higher education and public health education.
• Strong analytical skills, with the ability to collect, analyze, and interpret data to drive evidence-based decision-making and program improvements.
• Excellent project management and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines simultaneously.
• Outstanding oral and written communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with faculty, staff, students, and external stakeholders.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively within a team, fostering collaboration and teamwork.
• Proficiency in using assessment software, survey platforms, data reporting and visualization tools, and Microsoft Office suite.

About the School of Public Health

Located in the heart of Atlanta at one of the America’s most innovative and diverse research universities, the Georgia State University School of Public Health educates practitioners and thought leaders while engaging in research and outreach that promotes health equity and addresses urgent public health challenges. The school’s faculty and staff conduct research that promotes health equity and seeks to solve challenges related to infectious and chronic diseases, tobacco prevention and control, and trauma and mental health, among other areas of expertise. Its centers apply research-based expertise to the needs of children, youth, and families, with areas of emphases that include people with disabilities and refugees.

The school’s location in Atlanta, an internationally recognized hub of public health expertise, gives students practice opportunities at organizations such as the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, local and state government agencies, and international non-governmental organizations. The school is one of the most diverse schools of public health in the nation. More than 70% of its students are minorities, and many are from countries outside the U.S. The school enrolls the highest percentage of Black/African American public health bachelor’s and master’s students among the more than 60 ASPPH member schools and programs of public health who report this data. Since 2006, the school has hosted more than 95 Fulbright students. The School of Public Health has held continuous CEPH accreditation since 2016 and is accredited through December 31, 2028.

Review of applications will begin on October 20, 2023, and will continue until the position is filled. Virtual interviews or other hybrid formats may be considered, as needed, and in consultation with the candidates.

Interested individuals should submit:

• cover letter (two single-spaced pages or less) that includes a description of your qualifications, including a summary of your experiences working in higher education;
• current curriculum vitae;
• the names and contact information for three references. 

Send application materials to the attention of:

Chair, Search Committee (Log # 24-091)
School of Public Health, Georgia State University
P.O. Box 3995
Atlanta, GA, 30302
Phone: 404-413-1130
Email: [email protected]
           
Electronic submissions are preferred and should be e-mailed to [email protected].  Please include Search Committee (Log # 24-091) in the subject line. 

All applicants must be eligible to work in the U.S.  Other documentation may be requested of applicants considered for interviews.  An offer of employment will be conditional upon a background investigation/verification.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.