Program Director, Master of Arts in Counseling (MAC) Program

About City University of Seattle:

City University of Seattle (CityU) is a distinguished and comprehensive private nonprofit university and an affiliate of National University. We serve students regionally, nationally, and globally, reaching across borders to impart knowledge and empower individuals. With a focus on adult learners and online students, we provide flexible, accessible programs tailored to meet the needs of the modern learner. Offering over 60 academic degree programs, we are committed to expanding our student's knowledge, skills, and possibilities. Our mission is deeply rooted in the belief that education can improve lives. We invite you to join us in our commitment to fostering community, promoting diversity, and providing an environment where every student can thrive and achieve their educational goals.

Job Description:

Using a practitioner-scholar model, the Master of Arts in Counseling (MAC) program trains well-rounded clinical mental health counselors (CMHC) and professional school counselors (PSC) for the realities of day-to-day practice within a diverse world. The MAC program emphasizes practical application of theory, development of case conceptualization skills, ethical awareness, appreciation of diversity, and self-awareness. Students are introduced to a broad range of clinical issues through a breadth of coursework delivered by practitioner faculty. Supported clinical experiences focus on the delivery of clinical services and assist students to develop a coherent theoretical and ethical framework for practice. We are looking for an experienced professional to head our MAC program in the School of Health and Social Sciences.

Job Summary:

Program Directors are accountable for a quality student experience. Provide visionary leadership and management to ensure the success of the MAC program, including program design, curriculum development, assessment, and technology integration. Lead and manage academic staff, full-time faculty, and associate faculty. Foster student development and actively engage in educational governance.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Program Management

• Lead the vision, strategy, and continuous improvement of the MAC program.
• Ensure academic excellence, program quality, and an exceptional student experience.
• Oversee curriculum assessment, development, and accreditation alignment.

Internship Leadership

• Oversee student internship experiences and community partnerships.
• Develop and maintain high-quality internship sites and supervisor relationships.
• Support student success in field placement and professional development.

Teaching & Student Success

• Teach up to three courses annually or the equivalent within compensation.
• Foster engaging, inclusive, and student-centered learning environments.
• Mentor students in becoming ethical, culturally responsive professionals.

Faculty & Staff Leadership

• Recruit, supervise, develop, and evaluate faculty and academic staff.
• Promote a culture of collaboration, accountability, and professional growth.
• Provide coaching, mentoring, and performance leadership.

Curriculum & Academic Excellence

• Ensure curriculum reflects current practice, accreditation standards, and industry needs.
• Lead ongoing program assessment and curriculum enhancement initiatives.
• Advance innovative and impactful learning experiences.

Governance, Scholarship & Service

• Participate in university governance, councils, and committees.
• Promote faculty scholarship, professional development, and academic currency.
• Build community partnerships and represent the program within the profession.

Requirements:

Minimum Qualifications:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below represent the knowledge, skills, and abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

• An earned doctoral degree from an accredited institution in Counseling or a related field, preferably from a CACREP-accredited program.
• Experience in higher education management and adult education, with a minimum of three years of proven experience in teaching, preferably in both in-class and online modes of educational delivery.
• Program development, administration, and leadership experience.
• Demonstrated experience leading and managing in a creative and fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work comfortably with and manage virtual teams.
• Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal skills. Must relate to and communicate with diverse students, faculty, staff, and external communities.
• Ability to present an appropriate professional image.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office products and learning management systems in support of quality teaching and learning.

Additional Information:

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here represent those that an employee must meet to perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, talk, hear, and perform repetitive motions of the hands or wrists.
• The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, grasp or handle, stoop or bend, and reach.

Working Conditions:

The working conditions described here represent those an employee encounters while performing this job's essential functions. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

• Work is generally performed indoors in a typical office/classroom setting.
• Evening and weekend hours are required.
• Travel, including overnight travel, may be required.

Salary information:

$110,000 - $120,000/year

Benefits information:

We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes paid holidays, paid time off, health, dental, and vision insurance, healthcare spending or reimbursement accounts such as HSAs or FSAs, other voluntary insurance, retirement benefits and employer matching, tuition benefits, commuting/travel assistance, and other workplace perks.

Application Instructions:

City University of Seattle accepts applications through this online process only. For consideration, please submit a complete application packet. A complete application includes the following:

• Completed Electronic Application Form
• Resume
• Cover Letter

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City University of Seattle is an equal opportunity employer and is continuously working to build a diverse faculty and staff. City University strongly encourages inquiries from all qualified individuals interested in becoming part of the CityU team, including women, Aboriginal peoples, persons with disabilities, and members of visible minorities.