Department Chair Selection Clause Samples
The Department Chair Selection clause outlines the process and criteria for appointing or electing the chairperson of an academic department. Typically, this clause specifies who is eligible to serve as chair, the length of the term, and the procedures for nomination, voting, or appointment—such as whether the decision is made by faculty vote or administrative appointment. Its core function is to ensure a transparent and orderly method for leadership transitions within the department, thereby promoting stability and clarity in departmental governance.
Department Chair Selection. 14.10.1 Each high school shall be eligible for a total of eight positions at a 10% stipend. Each middle school shall be eligible for a total of seven positions at a 7% stipend. Stipends shall not be shared.
14.10.1.1 Each department shall submit up to two nominees for the position of Department Chair after considering all volunteers who express interest. The names will then be forwarded to the principal. Prior to April 1 of each year, the Principal shall email the staff requesting each department begin the department chair selection process. Each department chair, during the month of April, shall allow all individuals interested in being considered by the Principal as the Department Chair for the following school year to submit their name to a vote. The department members may each vote for a minimum of one and a maximum of two nominees. The top two vote getting individuals shall have their names forwarded to the Principal for consideration. In the event there is only one name, that name shall be forwarded to the Principal for consideration.
14.10.1.2 The Principal shall make a selection based on the names submitted, if an individual is suitable for the position.
14.10.1.3 However, if after reviewing the qualifications of the two nominees in relation to the job responsibilities, the Principal does not feel comfortable appointing the nominees as a Department Chair, he/she may request additional names for consideration.
14.10.2 The Assistant Superintendent, Education Services, or designee, shall identify designated Department Chair positions and provide a list of those remaining positions which are at the discretion of the Principal.
Department Chair Selection. 14.13.1 Each high school shall be eligible for a total of eight positions at a 10% stipend. Each middle school shall be eligible for a total of seven positions at a 7% stipend. Stipends shall not be shared.
14.13.1.1 Each department shall submit up to two nominees for the position of Department Chair after considering all volunteers who express interest. The names will then be forwarded to the principal. Prior to April 1 of each year, the Principal shall email the staff requesting each department begin the department chair selection process. Each department chair, during the month of April, shall allow all individuals interested in being considered by the Principal as the Department Chair for the following school year to submit their name to a vote. The department members may each vote for a minimum of one and a maximum of two nominees. The top two vote getting individuals shall have their names forwarded to the Principal for consideration. In the event there is only one name, that name shall be forwarded to the Principal for consideration.
14.13.1.2 The Principal shall make a selection based on the names submitted, if an individual is suitable for the position.
14.13.1.3 However, if after reviewing the qualifications of the two nominees in relation to the job responsibilities, the Principal does not feel comfortable appointing the nominees as a Department Chair, he/she may request additional names for consideration.
14.13.2 The Assistant Superintendent, Education Services, or designee, shall identify designated Department Chair positions and provide a list of those remaining positions which are at the discretion of the Principal.
14.13.3 The selection of department chairs is not meant to replace the established site based decision making process and consensus building process.
14.13.4 Department chair selection does not imply preference to receive 6/5th assignment. If a department chair receives a 6/5th assignment in consecutive years, the administrator responsible for the placement should provide rationale for the placement to all competing applicants within the department.
Department Chair Selection. 9.1.1.1 A Department Chair must:
1. Be a full-time employee.
2. Teach a minimum of three periods within the department at the school site.
3. Must be a member with at least two (2) years of teaching experience in the subject matter area, unless no such member applies for the position.
4. Have a major, minor, vocational credential or meet ESSA compliance in at least one of the subject areas in the department.
9.1.1.2 Criteria for selection of Department Chair shall include but not be limited to the following:
1. At least satisfactory performance as a classroom teacher based on past and present evaluations.
2. Demonstrated leadership qualities.
3. Knowledge of curriculum and assessment and analysis of data to modify and enhance instruction.
4. Possess organizational skills (budget; conduct meetings; maintain inventory, records and reports).
5. Ability to work collaboratively with district office support staff.
9.1.1.3 A Principal shall notify Members at the school site of any vacancy in a Department Chair position for the upcoming school year by March 15. Any certificated staff member who is qualified to serve as a Department Chair may submit his/her their name to the Principal by April 1.
9.1.1.4 By April 15, the Principal will select the Department Chair from the names that have been submitted after seeking input from the department staff and after determining that the applicant to be selected meets the qualifications set forth in this Article.
9.1.1.5 Department Chair duties shall begin in the fall of the following school year. The Department Chair must attend District subject area meetings and carry out duties as instructed by the site administrator.
9.1.1.6 A Department Chair’s single term shall be for a period of two (2) years. A member can reapply and serve additional terms.
9.1.1.7 Termination of the Department Chair shall occur by:
1. Decision of the principal, or
2. Resignation or
3. Transfer/reassignment of department chair.
4. Expiration of the two (2) year term.
9.1.1.8 In the event of a vacancy during the school term, the Principal shall appoint a member to complete the school year as Department Chair.
Department Chair Selection. The Department Chair appointment shall be made through a competitive recruitment process. The Selection Committee will be comprised of the Vice President Academic as non-voting Committee Chair, the appropriate ▇▇▇▇, two regular Faculty members from the department, one (1 ) regular Faculty member external to the department, and a non-voting Human Resources representative. In the event of a tie the committee chair will cast the deciding vote. If the Department Chair position becomes vacant during the term of office, the Vice President may appoint an acting chair and convene a meeting of the Department as soon as is practical.
Department Chair Selection