Department Head & Associate or Full Professor of Counseling

Tarleton State University, a distinguished Doctoral National Comprehensive University, invites applications for the position of **Department Head & Associate or Full Professor of Counseling** in the **School of Behavioral Sciences**. As part of a vibrant academic community dedicated to excellence in teaching, research, and service, this role offers the opportunity to contribute meaningfully to a university that values innovation, collaboration, and inclusive growth. Join us in advancing knowledge and transforming lives—on campus and beyond. **Tarleton State University** continues to grow its impact across Texas, with four distinct campuses located in **Stephenville, Fort Worth, RELLIS-Bryan and Waco**, along with a robust **online** community that extends our reach even further.**Institutional Collaboration****:** Work with the college dean and their leadership team, as well as administrative leadership in academic affairs and across institutional divisions to fulfill the institutional strategic plan Tarleton Forward 2030.* **Financial Oversight**: Develop and manage the department’s budget in collaboration with college and university administration.* **Resource Allocation**: Oversee the allocation of departmental resources, including equipment, lab space, technology, and office space.* **Reporting**: Work with the university budget specialist for record keeping and university reporting.* **Curriculum Assessment**: Ensure the ongoing review, development, and modification of curriculum to take advantage of cutting-edge technologies, and to meet the evolving needs of students, accreditation standards, and industry expectations.* **Program Assessment**: Ensure review and evaluation of existing academic programs, using data to enhance quality and ensure alignment with institutional goals.* **Program Development**: Work with department and university partners to propose and develop new undergraduate and graduate programs, including interdisciplinary programs, majors, minors, certificates, etc.* **Accreditation Compliance**: Ensure that academic programs meet discipline and institutional accreditation requirements, including preparation of necessary reports and supporting documentation.**Recruitment****:** Work with the Division of Enrollment Management and the College of Graduate Studies to market programs to increase enrollment.* Teach 15 SCH of coursework during the calendar year (2/2/1).* Plan, prepare, and deliver lectures, seminars, and/or laboratory offerings to undergraduate and/or graduate students, which may include general education core curriculum.* Assess student performance, provide timely feedback, and evaluate student learning outcomes to inform teaching practices and curriculum improvements.* Incorporate innovative teaching methods, technologies, and pedagogical approaches to enhance student learning and engagement.* Remain an active scholar, adhering to the university, college, and department tenure and promotion guidelines.* Maintain an active agenda for research, scholarship, or creative activity appropriate to the applicant’s academic discipline.* Make original contributions to the advancement of knowledge/creative expression in the applicant’s discipline through scholarly publication, presentation, or exhibition.* Demonstrate potential for external funding, national impact, or professional recognition.* Earned doctorate in Counseling or a closely related field from an accredited university.* Excellent written and oral communication skills in English.- Must have a distinguished record in teaching and research that warrants a faculty appointment at the rank of Associate or Full Professor.

* Eligibility for tenure will be determined by reviewing the candidate’s record of years of experience and professional achievements in teaching, service, and research consistent with Texas A&M University System guidance.* Knowledge and understanding of disciplinary subject matter at a level adequate for graduate-level instruction.* Written and oral communication skills sufficient to conduct effective teaching and research activities.* Ability to interact with students, staff, and faculty in a professional, collegial, and collaborative manner.* Administrative and leadership experience as department head/chair at the college/university level or experience in supervisory/management position(s) in an academic arena.* Previous experience in oversight of accredited academic programs or in leading a program toward accreditation, with knowledge of CACREP accreditation and graduation from a CACREP accredited.* Demonstrated ability to use and understand data to inform strategic planning and decision-making for the department.* Strong evidence of ability to set operational goals from strategic plans and lead direct reports to accomplish strategic goals and initiatives.* Completed online application* Cover Letter / Letter of Interest addressing qualifications* Curriculum Vitae or Resume* At least 3 current professional references and their full contact information* Unofficial transcripts

+ Applicants with degrees earned outside the United States must submit transcripts translated into English, along with an official credential evaluation from a recognized service.* Philosophy Statement related to Leadership, Teaching, and Research – no more than 1500 words.Founded in 1899, Tarleton State University a founding member of The Texas A&M University System, has a rich history and tradition through generations that have inspired educational excellence. Tarleton maintains a commitment to transformational student experiences and career readiness supported by engaged faculty, staff, and alumni mentors. Tarleton State University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC), earned the prestigious designation of Doctoral Universities: High Research Activity by the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education, #J-18808-Ljbffr