California State University, Chico

Today Decides Tomorrow

The University California State University, Chico is a fully accredited, state-supported member of a 23-campus CSU system. The university is a residential campus serving a diverse student body of approximately 16,000. Founded in 1887, CSU, Chico offers undergraduate and graduate programs in the Colleges of Behavioral and Social Sciences; Communication and Education; Engineering, Computer Science and Construction Management; Humanities and Fine Arts; Natural Sciences; Business; and, Agriculture. As a comprehensive university serving Northern California and other regions nationally and internationally, our first priority is the education of our students. We support the exploration of knowledge, the integration of ideas, the connecting of thought to action, and the inspiring of students. (Excerpted from the Mission Statement, 2005-2007, University Catalog.) The Community With a population of nearly 110,000, Chico is located in the Sacramento Valley near the foothills of the Sierra Nevadas. It is 180 miles northeast of San Francisco and 90 miles north of Sacramento and offers a reasonable cost of living compared to metropolitan areas. Chico retains the charm of a small town while offering excellent medical services, public and private schools, and many cultural and recreational activities. The city’s Bidwell Park, second largest municipal park west of the Mississippi, extends from the city center along a creek deep into the foothills and surrounding canyons.

Assistant Professor, Health Services Administration The Position: A full-time, tenure-track appointment in Health Services Administration at the rank of Assistant Professor. This position will emphasize organizational management. As a university that educates students of various ethnic and cultural backgrounds, we value a diverse faculty and staff. CSU, Chico welcomes applicants who are knowledgeable about and interested in working within a cross-cultural learning environment. We also welcome those who share a passion and commitment to the University's 6th Strategic Priority that focuses on sustainability, stewardship, and the environment. http://www.csuchico.edu/sustainablefuture/ Minimum Qualifications: Earned doctorate in health services administration or closely related field (e.g., business administration, public administration, or public health). ABD will be considered with an expected completion prior to September 2009. Candidates should demonstrate experience in, or potential for, teaching, research, grantwriting, and use of instructional technology. Preferred Qualifications: Preference will be given to those with healthcare management experience. Responsibilities: This tenure-track position carries responsibilities in the areas of teaching, scholarship and service. Primary responsibilities for this position include teaching, advising, scholarship, service, and grant/contract activities. Courses may include Management Principles for Healthcare, Management. of Healthcare Organizations, Financial Management of Healthcare Organizations; Capstone Seminar in HSA, and Consumer Health. Salary: Salary is competitive, depending on background and experience. The Department: The Department offers a bachelor’s degree in Health Science, with an option in Health Services Administration, a minor in Health Services Administration and a Certificate in Emergency Medical Services Administration. Additional information about the University and the Department are available on our website: http://www.csuchico.edu/hcsv/ Closing Date: December 15, 2008 How to Apply: All applicants must complete the Application for Academic Employment Form, which is available on-line at http://www.csuchico.edu/hr/Forms/VPHR-FacultyEmplApp.doc to be submitted with letter of interest, vita, statement of teaching philosophy, documentation of experience in, or potential for, success in teaching, research, grantwriting, and use of instructional technology. Applicants should arrange for three letters of recommendation. All material should be sent to: Dr. Richard Narad; Department of Health and Community Services; CSU, Chico; Chico, CA 95929-0505 PHONE: (530)898-5309; FAX: (530)898-5107; Email: RNarad@csuchico.edu An annual security report disclosing crime statistics for California State University, Chico can be obtained by contacting the Chico State University Police Department (530-898-5555) or by accessing the following website: http://www.csuchico.edu/up/information/clery_act.html For disability related accommodations please call Human Resources at: (530)898-5029 CSU, Chico is an AA/EOE and also only employs individuals authorized to work in the U.S.