Director of Healthcare Initiatives

McPherson College Director of Healthcare Initiatives

Position Overview:

Are you poised to lead a transformative era in healthcare education and practice in Kansas? McPherson College invites applications for the Director of Healthcare Initiatives, a pivotal role designed for visionary leaders with an entrepreneurial spirit and a deep commitment to academic excellence. This position offers the opportunity to join a dynamic team of faculty to shape the future of healthcare education in Kansas.

About McPherson College:

McPherson College, a private liberal arts institution, is dedicated to educating whole persons through scholarship, participation, and service. With a legacy since 1887 and rooted in the values of the Church of the Brethren, we prioritize academic excellence and student-centered learning in a career-oriented liberal arts community. Our strategic plan, Community by Design 2.0, along with a historic announcement of the Ward-Burkholder Endowment with estate commitments totaling $1.5 Billion, positions us uniquely for growth and innovation. McPherson College has also received a $2.1 Million federal earmark to create a center for rural and community health.

Job Description:

The Director of Healthcare Initiatives will lead our health sciences and sport studies programs, emphasizing experiential learning, interdisciplinary studies, and robust internship opportunities.   This is a full time, 12-month exempt position eligible for the college’s full benefits package.  Recognized for ten years as a Great College to Work For, McPherson College offers exceptional employee benefits, including a notable retirement contribution after 12 months of employment.

This role involves:

•    Oversee academic department operations. In consultation with the department chairs and the VPAA, make recommendations on curriculum, staffing and new courses.

•   Establishing partnerships with local healthcare organizations and agencies to promote student internships and service-learning opportunities.

•   Developing and maintaining partnerships with healthcare providers, especially in rural settings, to meet local workforce demands.

•   Lead research initiatives and grant writing efforts to secure funding for health projects.

•   Promoting student-centered teaching methods that produce graduates known for their problem-solving abilities, strong work ethic, and service orientation.

•   Heading the student internship and professional outreaching opportunities.

•   Developing and delivering courses in health-related fields.

Qualifications:

•   A master’s degree is required; An earned doctorate in public health, healthcare administration, or a health-related field is preferred.

•   Teaching, scholarly and/or professional experience in healthcare management, education, or program development with a minimum of 6 years of professional and/or teaching experience is preferred.

•   Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to thrive in a collaborative, small-college environment is preferred.

•   Experience in rural healthcare settings is preferred.

Application Process:

To apply, please visit our online application to apply at:

https://www.mcpherson.edu/jobs/director-of-healthcare-initiatives/ and submit:

•   A letter of interest detailing your alignment with the position requirements and how you, in this position, will help address the challenges facing rural healthcare in the region.

•   Curriculum Vitae or Resume

•   Unofficial transcripts from undergraduate and graduate studies.

•   Contact information for three professional references. (References will be contacted post-permission.)

Only letters of professional reference may be sent to:  hr@mcpherson.edu  All other application materials should be uploaded to the application portal.

This position will be open until filled.