Visiting Faculty & Program Coordinator for Public Health Program

Visiting Faculty (Lecturer/Senior Lecturer/Instructor/Assistant Professor) and Program Coordinator for Public Health Program

Chaminade University of Honolulu is seeking a qualified candidate to fill a position of Visiting Lecturer/Program Coordinator to oversee Bachelor of Science in Public Health and future Public Health Programs. This is an onsite position based in Honolulu, HI in the School of Nursing and Health Professions.

The Public Health Program Coordinator provides leadership, coordination, and administrative oversight for the Bachelor in Public Health (BSPH) academic programs. This role supports program growth, accreditation readiness, curriculum alignment, faculty development, student support, and community partnership engagement. The coordinator ensures program quality, compliance, and continuous improvement through collaboration with faculty, staff, university leadership, students, and community stakeholders.

The responsibilities of this position include teaching courses in the School of Nursing and Health Professions in public health and related fields. As a faculty member, the faculty is expected to participate actively in curriculum development and assessment, to advise students, serve on university and area committees, perform all duties professionally and ethically, and support the policies and mission of the University. In addition, the faculty is required to contribute and produce scholarship and continue professional development as a faculty member.

Program Coordinator responsibilities include:

• Provision or delegation of responsibilities to assure year-round coverage of coordinator responsibilities in the absence of the coordinator or in cases where the coordinator's full-time appointment does not cover all 12 months. In programs where the program coordinator assigns some responsibilities to other individuals, the coordinator must ensure that all program director responsibilities are accomplished throughout the year.

Program Leadership & Administration

• Provide strategic direction and operational oversight for the Public Health academic programs, ensuring alignment with university goals and public health workforce needs.
• Coordinate activities across faculty, staff, students, and community partners to ensure smooth program operations.
• Oversee program evaluation, continuous quality improvement, and reporting to university committees and external stakeholders.
• Develop, manage, and monitor the program budget, ensuring efficient allocation of resources.
• Lead program accreditation efforts, including research, planning, and documentation preparation for accreditation (e.g., CEPH).
• Development of policies and procedures for effectively managing all components of the program and to ensure fair, equitable and considerate treatment of prospective and enrolled students (such as program admission, retention and completion policies).
• Maintenance of complaints about the program received from students or others, including disposition of the complaint;

Curriculum Management & Academic Planning

• Lead curriculum review, revision, and implementation, including updating PLOs, CLOs, and course sequencing.
• Submit program changes and curriculum proposals to the Curriculum Committee, FAAW Committee, and Academic Counsel.
• Update degree requirements, minors, and course information per university guidelines.
• Build and update BSPH courses in Canvas to ensure consistent and high-quality instructional design.
• Coordinate FLEX program planning, orientation, and faculty hiring for FLEX courses.
• Meet regularly with the Advising and Admissions teams to align program curriculum with recruitment, retention, and student success needs.

Faculty Support, Hiring & Development

• Plan and lead Public Health faculty meetings and advisory board meetings regarding program initiatives, curriculum changes, and student outcomes.
• Hire, interview, and onboard new Public Health faculty (including FLEX and adjunct faculty).
• Train faculty on university systems (e.g., STELLIC) and program expectations.
• Mentor new BSPH faculty to ensure instructional quality and successful integration into the program.
• Provide ongoing faculty support, including course-related concerns, student issues, and curriculum implementation guidance.
• Ensure textbooks are ordered each term, coordinating with the bookstore to resolve any missing orders.

Student Advising & Support

• Serve as an faculty advisor to Public Health students, offering guidance on course planning, degree progression, and academic success.
• Advise students on program expectations and practicum preparation.
• Manage student concerns collaboratively with clinical partners (i.e., clinical practicum)

Public Health Program Marketing & Recruitment

• Collaborate with Admissions and support student recruitment and retention through info sessions, orientation events, and outreach activities.
• Plan and implement marketing strategies for the BSPH programs, including website updates and promotional materials.
• Represent the program at regional and national public health conferences and outreach events to promote the BSPH programs and strengthen partnerships.

Community Partnership & Experiential Learning Coordination

• Establish and maintain strong partnerships with local public health organizations, community health centers, and healthcare agencies.
• Serve as a liaison between the university and community partners to promote reciprocity and community-engaged learning.
• Identify and secure practicum, internship, and service-learning opportunities for BSPH students.

Program Evaluation & Reporting

• Develop and implement evaluation systems to assess program effectiveness, student outcomes, and curriculum impact.
• Collect, analyze, and interpret quantitative and qualitative data to guide program improvements. Prepare annual program reports, assessment updates, and stakeholder communications.
• Present findings to university leadership, accreditation bodies, and community partners as needed.

Compliance, Ethics & Regulatory Oversight

• Ensure the Public Health programs comply with all applicable laws, accreditation standards, university policies, and ethical guidelines.
• Maintain awareness of emerging public health regulations and best practices; integrate updates into program activities.
• Serve as a resource for faculty, students, and staff regarding public health standards, community health guidelines, and program expectations.

Professional Development & Training

• Maintain current knowledge of public health education, accreditation standards, and workforce trends.
• Provide training to faculty, staff, and student assistants to enhance program quality and operational efficiency.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement and professional growth within the program.

This list of responsibilities is not exhaustive. The percentages regarding the essential and non-essential functions of the job are not precise and are only an approximation, which can vary on a day-to-day basis and are subject to change on an as-needed basis and/or in the sole discretion of supervisory management. Some holiday and weekend work may be required.

Minimum Education

• Master's degree in Public Health or related field

Preferred Education

• Doctoral degree preferred.

Experience and Skills:

• Experience in academic program coordination, public health education, or higher education leadership.
• The ability to create and facilitate a meaningful learning environment and demonstrate a willingness to teach a variety of nutrition and public health related courses in diverse educational settings.
• Higher education teaching experience in classroom, online, and/or clinical settings.
• Demonstrate the potential for scholarly productivity.
• Experience working with culturally and ethnically diverse students.
• Proficient in the use of technology to support both in class and online learning environments.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to interact and work with a diverse faculty, staff, and student body at all levels of the university.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite or related software, learning management systems (e.g. Canvas).
• Ability to prioritize work and resources.
• Ability to meet deadlines.
• High integrity and ethical standards.
• Knowledge of accreditation processes (e.g., CEPH or CPH-related standards).
• Experience building community partnerships and supervising faculty.

Physical Requirements

• Duties involve light work in an office and community setting and requires a minimum of physical effort with intermittent sitting, standing, climbing stairs, and walking inclines. Must be able to lift 20 pounds, walk the campus with ease, and have excellent motor skills. Must have finger dexterity. Must be able to communicate information and ideas so that others will understand.

Other Requirements:

• This is a part time, exempt position. Twenty hours per week (M-F) will be the