Head of Department

Description of Post

The Head of Department is a key member of academic management, responsible for the efficient and effective management of the Department, its academic programmes and resources.  

The successful candidate will lead and develop the Department of Civil Engineering and all associated programmes in ATU Sligo. These include civil, water, geotechnical, structural and transport-related programmes. Programmes are full-time face-to-face, part time online and apprenticeship modes of delivery. The Head of Department of Civil Engineering will also work closely with the Head of Department of Construction also at ATU Sligo to maintain and develop synergy where appropriate.

The successful applicant will form part of the School Management team along with the Head of School and will possess the requisite managerial, leadership, and administrative knowledge and ability for the proper discharge of all duties.

The School Management Team will work closely across campuses in areas of overlap such as resource, academic and research planning, timetabling, health and safety, promotion, and marketing as well as regional engagement and professional accreditation.

Essential Qualifications

Minimum

• A relevant first or second class Honours degree in Civil Engineering or related area, from a recognized awarding authority.
• Not less than five years’ relevant and acceptable experience in the civil engineering area.
• Applicants must have the necessary technical and administrative expertise to lead and manage professional teams to develop and deliver relevant programmes of study which respond to the needs of students, industry and the wider community.

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