Description
Division Chair, Applied Clinical Psychology
Anaheim Campus (Anaheim, CA)
The Chicago School, in partnership with the national search firm Scott Healy & Associates, invites applications and nominations for the position of Division Chair, Applied Clinical Psychology for the Anaheim Campus in Anaheim, CA. This is an exceptional opportunity for a visionary academic leader to provide leadership for a well-established Applied Clinical Psychology program while helping shape the next generation of clinical psychologists. The Division Chair will join a mission-driven institution recognized for its practitioner-scholar model, commitment to innovation, and dedication to preparing graduates to make a meaningful impact in their communities and professions.
The Applied Clinical Psychology program is a three-year, post-master's Psy.D. program. The ideal candidate will be an experienced practitioner-scholar with strong visionary and leadership skills who will thrive in a diverse, rich, and innovative environment. This role also provides time for professional practice, which is encouraged for all faculty and academic administrators.
As an employee at The Chicago School, you can become a member of an inclusive community committed to excellence. At The Chicago School, we celebrate individuals of all backgrounds and identities for who they are and what they can contribute. We take pride in hiring and retaining the most dynamic, talented, and passionate professionals who will help us continue to innovate for decades to come.
Key Responsibilities:
- Distinguishing the program by providing a vision that directs and motivates faculty to be innovative.
- Managing the operations of the program in a complex, fast-paced higher education environment.
- Ensuring the quality of the faculty, curriculum, assessment of student learning, and scholarly activity of faculty and students.
- Active involvement in student recruitment efforts to facilitate program growth and responsibility for meeting annual enrollment targets.
- Development of strategic partnerships in community to support student recruitment and program growth.
- Maintenance of collegial and supportive relationships with relevant accrediting and professional bodies and completion of required reporting or documentation.
- Faculty committee and production assignments.
- Facilitation of Program Faculty Governance and All Faculty meetings.
- Supervision and development of Program, Affiliate, and Adjunct Faculty to meet quality standards and goals as well as institutional priorities.
- Oversight and coordination of the academic program to meet quality, relevance, and currency standards and goals.
- Oversight and coordination of Student Affairs within the program.
- Development of viable new curricular offerings in the field.
- Participation in research, writing and ultimate responsibility for any necessary self-study or program-related reports.
- Management of the student learning assessment plan and the program review process for the department to identify needed improvements to student learning.
- Development of strategic academic and budget plans for Department, including recommendations from the assessment and program review process.
- Outreach and recruitment of faculty and support of student recruitment.
- Coordination or management of student training.
- Supervision of the teaching, advisement, dissertation activities, and other duties performed by Faculty members to meet department academic goals.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.
Qualifications:
- Successful candidates must hold an earned doctorate in Clinical or Counseling Psychology, preferably from an APA accredited program.
- License to practice Psychology, preferably in CA.
- Minimum of three (3) years of administrative experience in higher education.
- Teaching and academic administration at graduate level as well as professional experience.
- Record of scholarship or professional experience commensurate with the rank of Associate or Full Professor.
- Experience with online as well as on ground teaching formats.
Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
- Must be an optimistic, action-oriented leader who can motivate faculty to embrace these values in the classroom and within the institution.
- Must be able to balance institutional priorities with program needs and initiatives.
- Must have a strong interest in the development of leaders, as this job requires the development of future leaders in the field through curriculum.
- Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage operational processes including the program budget.
- Solid people development skills with a focus on providing opportunities for faculty and staff to excel.
- This is an environment that expects high productivity and quick response time, as well as the ability to minimize operational tasks and maximize creativity and innovation.
- Strong organizational skills.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Ability to be flexible and working in an environment of expansion and change.
About The Chicago School:
The Chicago School has been a leading nonprofit university for more than 45 years, enrolling over 6,000 students across 40+ academic programs culminating in a bachelor's, master's, or doctoral degree or a professional certificate. The institution’s curriculum expands the application of psychology to a wide range of careers in medicine, business, counseling, and the behavioral sciences. Guided by practitioner-scholar faculty who are leaders in their fields, students gain real-world training early in their education, giving them an unparalleled range of opportunities to implement their learning and hone their skills alongside experienced professionals.
At the heart of its mission is The Chicago School Approach, which combines four core elements—education, innovation, community, and impact. This unique model goes beyond academic theory to provide students with practical, solutions-oriented training. Unlike much of traditional graduate education, The Chicago School Approach is not an intellectual pursuit for the sake of intellectual pursuit. The Chicago School educates the next generation of change-makers in innovative theory and culturally competent practice to strengthen the integrated health of individuals, organizations, and communities. Through dynamic, diverse classrooms, students develop cultural humility skills that help them understand and respect the cultural nuances of those they serve.
The Chicago School offers a generous compensation and benefits package, as well as the opportunity to work for a leader in the field of education. Some of our key benefits include: generous paid time-off, medical and dental coverage, company-paid life and disability insurance, retirement plan with employer contribution, multiple flexible spending accounts (FSA), tuition reimbursement, professional development, and regular employee appreciation events.
About the Community:
Anaheim, California, known as the heart of SoCal, is the second-largest city in Orange County and is ideally situated in the middle of Southern California's best destinations, with Los Angeles, San Diego, and beautiful Orange County beaches all within easy driving distance. Home to the world-famous Disneyland Resort, Major League Baseball's Angels, and the NHL's Ducks, Anaheim also offers a thriving arts, entertainment, and dining scene. Residents and visitors alike enjoy the revitalized downtown, the acclaimed Anaheim Packing District and Packing House food hall, Angel Stadium, Honda Center, and a vibrant nightlife with live music and unique local restaurants. Supported by a strong and diverse economy driven by tourism, healthcare, education, technology, and business, Anaheim combines abundant career opportunities with an exceptional quality of life.
Application and Nomination Process:
All correspondence relating to the position of Division Chair, Clinical Psychology Program – Anaheim Campus at The Chicago School should be directed in confidence to the School’s executive search consultant:
Erin House, Assistant Vice President
Scott Healy & Associates
A complete application should include the following:
- Cover Letter outlining your interest and qualifications for the position;
- Updated CV;
- Teaching Evaluations (if available);
- Contact information for three (3) professional references with title, institutional affiliation, email address and direct phone numbers. (No references will be contacted without written permission from the candidate.)
Applications received by August 25, 2026 will receive priority consideration. The search will remain open until the position is filled.
SALARY: $110,000 - $135,000 base compensation. Additional compensation factors may impact total compensation.
The Chicago School is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
