Department Chair (Political Science and Philosophy)

Department Chair (Political Science and Philosophy)

Position Information

• Job Title: Department Chair (Political Science and Philosophy)
• Position Number: 999391
• Department: Political Science & Philosophy
• Salary: $77,809-$87,500 commensurate with rank and experience
• Remote: No

Job Summary

Angelo State University invites applications for the position of Department Chair of Political Science and Philosophy. The Department Chair provides academic and administrative leadership while supporting the department’s commitment to excellence in teaching, scholarship, service, and student success.

The chair will oversee the department’s academic programs and daily operations, work collaboratively with faculty to establish departmental priorities, and support the continued growth of the department. This is a full-time, nine-month faculty position that includes teaching two Political Science courses each semester. The anticipated start date is July 2027.

Essential Duties

1. Provide academic and administrative leadership for the Department of Political Science and Philosophy.
2. Oversee daily departmental operations, including budgeting, course scheduling, assessment, curriculum planning, and resource management.
3. Establish departmental priorities and work collaboratively with faculty, staff, the dean, and university leadership to support departmental goals.
4. Participate in the recruitment, supervision, development, and evaluation of faculty and staff.
5. Support excellence in teaching, scholarship, service, and student success.
6. Represent the department within Angelo State University and the community.
7. Teach two Political Science courses each semester.
8. Perform other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of academic administration, budgeting, assessment, curriculum planning, and course scheduling.
• Ability to provide effective leadership, establish priorities, and build consensus.
• Ability to supervise and support faculty and staff.
• Strong organizational, communication, decision-making, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to foster a collaborative environment focused on academic excellence and student success.

Minimum Qualifications

Ph.D. in Political Science. Academic credentials sufficient for appointment with tenure at the rank of Associate Professor. Evidence of administrative experience demonstrating the ability to serve as department chair.

Preferred Qualifications

Academic credentials sufficient for appointment at the rank of Professor and at least two years of experience as a department chair in Political Science.

Physical Requirements

Ability to lift up to 25 pounds.

EEO Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or status as a protected veteran.

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Angelo State University is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to ensure equal access to employment opportunities for qualified individuals with disabilities. We are committed to ensuring that a qualified individual with a disability has the same rights and privileges in employment as non-disabled employees. If an accommodation is requested for the job application process, please contact our office at (325) 942-2168 or email us at hr@angelo.edu.

Posting Detail Information

• Posting Number: F390P
• Open Date: 10/14/2026
• Close Date: 01/15/2027
• Desired Start Date: 07/01/2027
• Review Start Date: 01/15/2027
• Open Until Filled: Yes

Documents Needed To Apply

Required Documents

1. Cover Letter
2. Curriculum Vitae
3. Transcripts (Unofficial)
4. List of References

Optional Documents

1. Teaching Philosophy
2. Other