TEXAS WOMAN’S UNIVERSITY- DENTON CAMPUS

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR OF THE CENTER FOR FACULTY SUCCESS

Texas Woman’s University invites applications for the position of Executive Director of the Center for Faculty Success. The position is expected to begin in January of 2025.

The Center for Faculty Success fosters a culture of continuous growth and innovation at Texas Woman's University, empowering our faculty to excel in all aspects of their professional lives. Through tailored professional development programs, targeted resources, and comprehensive support services, the Center nurtures faculty talent across all career stages. By driving innovation in teaching, research, service, and leadership, the Center plays a significant role in elevating TWU's standing as a national leader in educational excellence.

ABOUT THE POSITION

The Executive Director of the Center for Faculty Success (CFS) provides visionary leadership for faculty development and excellence at Texas Woman's University. This individual collaborates with faculty and institutional leaders to assess needs, develop programming, and implement strategies that enhance faculty knowledge and skills in teaching, scholarship, service, and leadership. The Executive Director aligns CFS initiatives with TWU's mission and strategic plan, fostering a culture of innovation and excellence in teaching and learning. This 12 month, in-person position reports to the Vice Provost for Faculty Affairs.

Required Qualifications:

Earned doctorate from an accredited institution.
Minimum of seven years of progressive experience in faculty development, with at least three years in a leadership role.
Proven track record of scholarly contributions to the field of teaching and learning, including publications in peer-reviewed journals and presentations at national conferences.
Strong familiarity with current trends and research in the Scholarship of Teaching and Learning (SoTL).
Recognition for excellence in teaching, scholarship, service, or leadership.

Preferred Qualifications:

Expertise in research, best practices, and emerging trends in teaching and learning, scholarship, service, and leadership.
Proficiency in University-level faculty support and retention programs.
Ability to provide administrative guidance and apply budgetary and fiscal planning techniques.
Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage complex operations and multiple priorities.
Excellent communication skills, both oral and written.
Demonstrated ability to work effectively with diverse individuals and groups in a collaborative environment.
Proficiency in integrating cutting-edge educational technologies into faculty development programs.
Active participation in professional organizations related to faculty development and SoTL.
Commitment to personal and professional development.

ABOUT THE UNIVERSITY

Texas Woman’s University occupies a notable position in higher education as the nation’s largest university primarily for women. Established in 1901, TWU is a doctoral/research-intensive public university which emphasizes the liberal arts and sciences as well as specialized and professional studies in business, nursing, health sciences, and education. About 10% of the university’s nearly 16,000 students are men. A federally designated Hispanic-Serving Institution (HIS), TWU operates three campuses: Houston, Dallas, and the main campus in Denton (population 115,000), located 40 miles north of the Dallas/Fort Worth area. This metroplex, the nation’s fourth largest urban center, has world-class museums, orchestras, opera, ballet, theatre companies, as well as an array of professional and collegiate sports venues. Additional information about the University is available at http://www.twu.edu.

TWU prides itself on providing students with a well-rounded educational experience focused on service, integrity, and health and well-being. Respect for diversity in all dimensions (currently ranked 1st in the nation for student diversity) and a safe campus environment (Texas Woman’s is among the safest campuses in the nation) are among the hallmarks of a TWU education. TWU faculty and staff are passionate defenders of a “Learn by Doing” experiential learning environment where they provide students with opportunities to engage in campus, workplace, and community activities that can help shape their sense of purpose, their appreciation for the importance of building quality personal and professional relationships, and their ability to address life’s challenges. This holistic, mentoring approach to developing students as engaged, productive citizens in the complex world of the 21st Century encompasses understanding of the balance of health, spiritual and mental well-being.

HOW TO APPLY

Please submit the following items to https://twu.edu/humanresources/careers-at-twu/jobs/#en/sites/CX_1, job code IRC 11072.

An application addressing your qualifications for the position and why your background makes you well-suited to work at Texas Woman’s University
An updated CV
Copy of graduate transcripts
Names and contact information for 3 references

Review of applications will begin on November 15, 2024, and will continue until the position is filled.

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