View Job description for Department Chair, Health Science

Contract Length:

11 months

Reports To:

Dean School of Health

Position Status:

FT - Full-Time

Posted Pay Range:

$63402.00 - $79253.00

Are you a proven leader in higher education with a passion for teaching and empowering others to excel The College of Western Idaho (CWI) is seeking a Department Chair for the School of Health to lead faculty guide academic excellence and support student success. This full-time 11-month faculty position combines leadership and teaching responsibilities overseeing departmental operations faculty supervision scheduling budgeting and program development. The ideal candidate will bring strong instructional experience demonstrated leadership and a commitment to collaboration innovation and student-centered learning. Join a mission-driven college dedicated to accessible high-quality education that transforms lives and strengthens Idahos workforce.

Why Join CWI

At the College of Western Idaho (CWI) you will work in a dynamic collaborative environment where problem-solving and innovation are valued and your contributions directly enhance the efficiency of the institution.

Responsibilities:

Provide Academic and Instructional Leadership

• Oversee departmental operations to ensure high-quality instruction and alignment with college standards.
• Assign faculty to courses coordinate the annual class schedule and consult on curriculum or program changes.
• Maintain departmental records ensure compliance with academic policies and manage dual credit assessment and facility needs.

Support and Develop Faculty Excellence

• Conduct teaching observations and performance evaluations for full-time and adjunct faculty.
• Facilitate professional growth through feedback collaboration and consistent communication.
• Lead recruitment hiring and onboarding processes for departmental faculty and staff.

Foster Student Success and Engagement

• Address and resolve student inquiries and instructional concerns promptly and professionally.
• Review and approve exceptions to academic requirements and ensure access to appropriate courses and resources.
• Promote an equitable student-centered learning environment.

Manage Departmental Operations and Resources

• Prepare and oversee the departments operating budget including course fees and resource allocations.
• Facilitate timely performance management and ensure accountability within the department.
• Collaborate actively on the School Leadership Team to advance institutional goals and strategic priorities.

What Were Looking For:

Masters degree in related discipline
Five years of demonstrated teaching excellence in a variety of courses at the post-secondary level
Two years of leadership or supervisory experience
Demonstrated leadership behaviors that result in making good decisions aligned with the Colleges priorities
Experience in curriculum design implementation and oversight
Experience developing and monitoring budgets preferred
Management of a learning lab preferred
Experience in problem-based learning teaching with an array of distance learning technologies teaching in blended learning formats and online teaching preferred

Additional Instructions for Applicants:

* A cover letter is encouraged along with your resume/CV
**Most positions at CWI are in-person and based on campus. While some roles may allow up to two remote workdays per week eligibility for remote work is determined on a case-by-case basis at the hiring managers discretion. All candidates must reside within or be willing to relocate to a reasonable commuting distance from CWI. Employment visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Benefits:

• For information on health insurance including coverage details and plan summaries visit
• Retirement plans with employer contribution of over 11%
• Health Savings Accounts and Flexible Spending Accounts
• Employer-paid life insurance and short- and long-term disability insurance
• Eleven paid holidays per year (faculty may vary)
• Generous vacation and sick leave
• Paid Parental Leave
• Tuition discount on classes at CWI and other colleges

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex age national origin disability veteran status gender identity sexual orientation or any other applicable legally protected status.