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Named after Texas' legendary hero, General Sam Houston, the university boasts a rich historical legacy that resonates with the spirit of Texas, which provides a balance between a peaceful, natural setting and proximity to urban amenities. With a student population of over 21,000, SHSU offers a vibrant and dynamic community. SHSU has a small town feel with large scale opportunities. Located in the Piney Woods region of East Texas and just an hour drive north of Houston, Huntsville provides area residents with a sense of community and belonging.

SHSU offers compelling options for individuals seeking a fulfilling and impactful career including a superior benefit package, competitive salaries and a flexible work environment fostering work/life balance. SHSU offers programs that support a healthy work-life balance, contributing to employee well-being and job satisfaction, as well as, professional development opportunities with our educational assistance and dependent assistance programs.

Position Information

This position is security-sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of the Texas Education Code §51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information.

Position Title Department Chair/Associate or Full Professor of Counselor Education Requisition 202400063F Rank Associate or Full Professor FLSA status Exempt Hiring Salary Commensurate with education and experience. Position Category Position Type Full-Time Tenure Track College College of Education Department Dept of Counselor Education Open Date 05/07/2024 Quicklink https://shsu.peopleadmin.com/postings/38988 Refer Applicants To

Contact Name Dr. Abbie Strunc Title Department Chair
School of Teaching and Learning
Box 2119
Huntsville, TX 77341 Contact Phone 936-294-1062 Contact Email abbie.strunc@shsu.edu Position Details

Duties Performed in the Usual Course of the Job This is a full-time, tenured faculty position. The chair will lead and coordinate strategic planning and curriculum development for the Department of Counselor Education. Manage the budget and operations. Evaluate faculty and staff performance; coordinate accreditation and program approval initiatives. Teach two courses during the academic year. Provide service to the university, community, and profession; actively participate in student recruitment, support faculty growth and development opportunities. Promote interdepartmental collaboration and communication. In addition, the chair will participate as a member of the Executive Council for the College of Education as well as a member of the University’s Council of Chairs. Educational Requirements for the Position Ph.D. or Ed.D. in Counselor Education from a CACREP accredited doctoral program. Experience Required for the Position The candidate must have experience in university teaching and serving in leadership roles in higher education, such as department chair, program coordination, or other similar experiences. The candidate must have a strong record of scholarly productivity; demonstrate a record of service; and must qualify for appointment at the level of Associate or Full Professor. The candidate must have a working knowledge of CACREP accreditation. Other Requirements for the Position The candidate must be a licensed professional counselor. If candidate is licensed in another state and offered the position, candidate must seek licensure in Texas within the first year. Special Instructions Summary The Department of Counselor Education offers two master’s degrees, an M.A. in Counseling (Clinical Mental Health Counseling) and an M.Ed. in School Counseling. The Department also offers a Ph.D. in Counselor Education and an undergraduate minor in Human Services. The Department also houses the Jack Staggs Counseling Clinic, with fully functional clinics on the SHSU main campus and at The Woodlands Center location. The Department of Counselor Education offers courses on the main campus, at The Woodlands Center, as well as online.

Sam Houston State University is a doctoral university-high research activity institution (R2 Carnegie Classification). With more than 21,000 students, the University is also a Carnegie “Community Engaged” campus and actively embodies its motto, “The measure of a life is its service.” The SHSU main campus is located in Huntsville, Texas, a beautiful community nestled next to the Sam Houston National Forest, and is conveniently located just north of The Woodlands, an award-winning master planned community, and less than an hour from the heart of downtown Houston. Open Until Filled Yes EEO Statement

EEO Statement

Sam Houston State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and Smoke/Drug-Free Workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, ancestry, marital status, citizenship, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, or gender identity or expression. Sam Houston State University is an “at will” employer. Employees with a contract will have additional terms and conditions. Security sensitive positions at SHSU require background checks in accordance with Education Code § 51.215.