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Job Description
The School of Design at Pratt Institute seeks a dynamic and visionary leader to serve as Chairperson of the Industrial Design department. The ideal candidate will possess both professional and academic experience; effective and inclusive communication skills; expertise in strategic planning; and a vision for how they intend to lead and develop the established and renowned undergraduate and graduate programs offering a BID and MID degrees respectively.
The Chairperson is responsible for the overall management and future direction of the department’s academic programs, in alignment with Pratt’s mission and in support of the institution’s strategic plan. The Chairperson will assume academic and administrative leadership of the department and will develop programs to complement, enhance, and build upon its prestige and reputation.
Successful candidates will have strong administrative and teaching experience, outstanding organizational skills, excellent communication skills, and a demonstrated ability to work with diverse populations. The selected candidate will report to the Dean of the School of Design and work closely with the dean and other department chairs in the school as we continue to develop interdisciplinary opportunities for students and faculty. The Chairperson will manage approximately 70 faculty, an Assistant Chair, and an Assistant to the Chair.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
Reporting to the Dean of the School of Design, the Chairperson is responsible for the overall
administration and leadership of the department. Specific responsibilities include:
• Supervise and develop the department’s curriculum and educational programs.
• Recruit, supervise, evaluate, and foster faculty development.
• Recruit and advise students.
• Develop and maintain assessment instruments, including program reviews.
• Oversee the department’s budget and allocation of resources, course scheduling, and departmental facilities.
• Establish links to professional organizations and leading practitioners in the field.
• Assist the dean and Institutional Advancement in fundraising and advancing the program’s profile.
• Serve on department, school, and institute committees and represent the department at various meetings and events, both on and off campus.
• Carry out special projects as assigned by the Dean.
• Some teaching is supported and encouraged but not required.
This administrative appointment carries a twelve-month per year workload and a three-year contract that may be renewed.
QUALIFICATIONS:
• A Master’s degree in Industrial Design or a related field from an accredited institution.
• An established record of teaching in higher education.
• Administrative experience managing or coordinating a team of people, including oversight of
facilities and budget as well as planning and program development preferably within an academic context.
• Professional or creative experience in industrial design or product design.
• Active participation in relevant professional organizations.
SALARY is competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience.
Application Details
Review of applications to begin February 28, 2022 and continue until the position is filled.
To apply, please submit the following materials via our applicant site:
1) A statement of interest describing your academic and administrative experience, qualifications, and a summary of your vision for the department.
2) A statement outlining how you have worked to promote diversity, equity, and inclusion in your career and how you plan on continuing to do so here at Pratt. Applicants are encouraged to review and refer to the Institute’s Strategic Plan when crafting their submission.
3) A Curriculum Vitae.
4) A portfolio of 20 examples of professional and student work.
5) The names and contact information of three references. This information must be provided at the time of application. References will not be contacted without notifying the applicant in advance.
