Middle Tennessee State University (MTSU)
Chair, Womack Department of Educational Leadership, Tenure-Track Faculty
Middle Tennessee State University (MTSU), Murfreesboro, Tennessee, us, 37132
Chair, Womack Department of Educational Leadership, Tenure-Track Faculty
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Chair, Womack Department of Educational Leadership, Tenure-Track Faculty
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Middle Tennessee State University (MTSU)
Job Summary/Basic Function The College of Education at Middle Tennessee State University invites collaborative and visionary leaders to apply for the chair of the Womack Department of Educational Leadership. Applicants must have a record of teaching, research, and service commensurate with appointment at the rank of associate or full professor. Expedited tenure upon appointment is possible. The start date for the position is August 1, 2026.
The successful candidate will provide strategic academic and administrative leadership across a range of graduate and undergraduate programs, including human development, professional counseling, library science, and educational leadership. We seek a scholar and educator with a strong record of teaching, research, and service, and a leadership style that fosters collaboration, innovation, and excellence inspiring faculty, staff, and students, while managing operations to advance long-term vision and growth. Reporting to the Dean of the College of Education, the successful candidate will support the department’s mission and the broader goals of the College of Education.
Key Responsibilities
Lead and manage departmental programs, faculty, and staff.
Support faculty recruitment, mentoring, evaluation, and promotion/tenure processes.
Oversee departmental operations including budgeting, staffing, and course scheduling.
Drive curriculum innovation, program development, and accreditation efforts.
Promote excellence in teaching, research, and service across all disciplines.
Cultivate partnerships with schools, districts, agencies, and external organizations.
Foster a culture of collaboration, connection, and student-centered success.
Teach undergraduate and graduate courses.
Represent the department on college and university committees.
Required Education A terminal degree in educational leadership, administration and supervision, higher education leadership, academic administration, K-12 leadership, learning sciences, professional counseling, library science, human development, family science, or a closely related field is required by the appointment date.
Required Related Experience Five (5) years of full-time higher education teaching experience and three (3) years of leadership experience are required by the appointment date.
Other Desirables Applicants With The Following Will Receive Special Consideration
Experience navigating promotion and tenure processes.
Leadership experience across multiple disciplines within a department or college.
Proven ability to support faculty and staff in professional development.
Active research agenda and scholarship, preferably at an R1 or R2 institution.
Experience with accreditation or program review processes.
Strong record of building partnerships with schools, agencies, or professional organizations.
Commitment to interdisciplinary collaboration and innovation.
Demonstrated success in supporting a broad range of learners through recruitment, retention, and student success initiatives.
Experience in curriculum design, program development, or expansion.
Documents Needed to Apply To successfully apply, applicants must include a cover letter, curriculum vitae, statement of teaching philosophy, statement of research or creative activities (as appropriate to the discipline), and a statement of leadership philosophy (Other Document 1) as separate attachments at the time of online application.
Special Instruction to Applicants For more information about serving as a faculty member at Middle Tennessee State University, please visit our faculty recruitment webpage.
If you need help applying, please contact Mitzi Dunkley, Faculty Recruitment Specialist, at (615) 898-5128. If you have position-specific questions, please contact Seth Jones at Ryan.Jones@mtsu.edu.
Benefits MTSU offers a comprehensive benefits package, including but not limited to the following:
Sick Leave
Vacation Leave for Administrative/Classified Staff/12-month Faculty
13 paid University holidays
Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
Retirement plans
Optional 401K and 403B Deferred Compensation Plans
Educational benefits for the employee and their spouse and dependents
Click here for additional information.
Equal Opportunity MTSU is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply.
Proof of U.S. citizenship or eligibility for U.S. employment is required before employment. Clery Act crime statistics for MTSU are available at https://police.mtsu.edu/annual-security-report/ or by contacting MTSU Public Safety at (615) 898-2424.
MTSU is a Tobacco & Drug-Free campus.
This position requires a criminal background check. Therefore, you will be required to provide information about your criminal history to be considered.
Application Review Date 11/06/2025
Seniority level
Director
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Business Development and Sales
Higher Education
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Chair, Womack Department of Educational Leadership, Tenure-Track Faculty
role at
Middle Tennessee State University (MTSU)
Job Summary/Basic Function The College of Education at Middle Tennessee State University invites collaborative and visionary leaders to apply for the chair of the Womack Department of Educational Leadership. Applicants must have a record of teaching, research, and service commensurate with appointment at the rank of associate or full professor. Expedited tenure upon appointment is possible. The start date for the position is August 1, 2026.
The successful candidate will provide strategic academic and administrative leadership across a range of graduate and undergraduate programs, including human development, professional counseling, library science, and educational leadership. We seek a scholar and educator with a strong record of teaching, research, and service, and a leadership style that fosters collaboration, innovation, and excellence inspiring faculty, staff, and students, while managing operations to advance long-term vision and growth. Reporting to the Dean of the College of Education, the successful candidate will support the department’s mission and the broader goals of the College of Education.
Key Responsibilities
Lead and manage departmental programs, faculty, and staff.
Support faculty recruitment, mentoring, evaluation, and promotion/tenure processes.
Oversee departmental operations including budgeting, staffing, and course scheduling.
Drive curriculum innovation, program development, and accreditation efforts.
Promote excellence in teaching, research, and service across all disciplines.
Cultivate partnerships with schools, districts, agencies, and external organizations.
Foster a culture of collaboration, connection, and student-centered success.
Teach undergraduate and graduate courses.
Represent the department on college and university committees.
Required Education A terminal degree in educational leadership, administration and supervision, higher education leadership, academic administration, K-12 leadership, learning sciences, professional counseling, library science, human development, family science, or a closely related field is required by the appointment date.
Required Related Experience Five (5) years of full-time higher education teaching experience and three (3) years of leadership experience are required by the appointment date.
Other Desirables Applicants With The Following Will Receive Special Consideration
Experience navigating promotion and tenure processes.
Leadership experience across multiple disciplines within a department or college.
Proven ability to support faculty and staff in professional development.
Active research agenda and scholarship, preferably at an R1 or R2 institution.
Experience with accreditation or program review processes.
Strong record of building partnerships with schools, agencies, or professional organizations.
Commitment to interdisciplinary collaboration and innovation.
Demonstrated success in supporting a broad range of learners through recruitment, retention, and student success initiatives.
Experience in curriculum design, program development, or expansion.
Documents Needed to Apply To successfully apply, applicants must include a cover letter, curriculum vitae, statement of teaching philosophy, statement of research or creative activities (as appropriate to the discipline), and a statement of leadership philosophy (Other Document 1) as separate attachments at the time of online application.
Special Instruction to Applicants For more information about serving as a faculty member at Middle Tennessee State University, please visit our faculty recruitment webpage.
If you need help applying, please contact Mitzi Dunkley, Faculty Recruitment Specialist, at (615) 898-5128. If you have position-specific questions, please contact Seth Jones at Ryan.Jones@mtsu.edu.
Benefits MTSU offers a comprehensive benefits package, including but not limited to the following:
Sick Leave
Vacation Leave for Administrative/Classified Staff/12-month Faculty
13 paid University holidays
Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
Retirement plans
Optional 401K and 403B Deferred Compensation Plans
Educational benefits for the employee and their spouse and dependents
Click here for additional information.
Equal Opportunity MTSU is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply.
Proof of U.S. citizenship or eligibility for U.S. employment is required before employment. Clery Act crime statistics for MTSU are available at https://police.mtsu.edu/annual-security-report/ or by contacting MTSU Public Safety at (615) 898-2424.
MTSU is a Tobacco & Drug-Free campus.
This position requires a criminal background check. Therefore, you will be required to provide information about your criminal history to be considered.
Application Review Date 11/06/2025
Seniority level
Director
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Business Development and Sales
Higher Education
Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Middle Tennessee State University (MTSU) by 2x.
Get notified about new Department Chair jobs in
Murfreesboro, TN .
Note:
This description is intended to reflect the duties and responsibilities of the position and is not all-inclusive. The University reserves the right to modify duties and responsibilities in light of changing needs.
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