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Position: Head of School School of Dentistry and Health Sciences Faculty of Science Contents

Message from the Vice-Chancellor and President...... 3

The university...... 4

Organisational structure...... 10

The position...... 11

Your application...... 14

Campuses...... 16

2 University 2019 Message From The Vice-Chancellor and President

Thank you for your interest in the role of Head of School (Dentistry and Health Sciences) at . We are a highly distinctive institution in both Australian and global settings. At 30, Charles Sturt University is a relatively young institution with roots in regional Australia that has rapidly grown to service students and communities across Australia and the world. Charles Sturt Univerity is different because it is focused on its regional communities and it is genuinely distributed – there is no head office. Although it is a large institution in Australian terms, each campus retains a strong sense of community. We are a university with gumption and soul. In my view, this sense of personality and human connection is a critical strategic advantage in a world that is increasingly globalised and homogeneous. The Australian higher education sector has become intensely competitive. The Head of School (Dentistry and Health Sciences) has a clear focus on quality learning, teaching and research, alongside ensuring that our approach is innovative and delivers to the healthcare needs of our regions. This role will not only embrace new technology but advocate its use to ensure we are developing sector-leading online, on-campus, undergraduate and postgraduate courses that exceed the expectations of current and future students. Our campuses are spread across – there is a lot of travel and the organisational geography complicates the management challenge. However, this is a very special university with a great ethos, doing great work and loved by its staff, students and alumni. Charles Sturt University needs a seasoned, energetic yet grounded and passionate individual who can help us achieve our strategy. I hope you will consider this important and exciting role.

Professor Andrew Vann Vice-Chancellor and President

Information for applicants – Head of School (School of Dentistry and Health Sciences) 3 The university

Our values Charles Sturt University is a university of the land and people of our regions. True to the character of regional Australia we have gumption, we have soul and we collaborate with others. We develop holistic, far-sighted people who help their communities grow and flourish. Acknowledging the culture and insight of Indigenous Australians, Charles Sturt University’s ethos is described by this phrase from the , the traditional custodians of the land of our original campuses: Yindyamarra Winhanganha which means ‘the wisdom of respectfully knowing how to live well in a world worth living in’. Derived from our ethos, our values are to be insightful, inclusive, impactful and inspiring. By living these values, we want to make this a world worth living in. These values are the principles and aspirations that guide our decision-making and underpin our ways of working. As a university we strive to understand people and the world, to embrace our differences and recognise the strength and value of working together, to make a difference in society through the work we do and to lead for a bright and sustainable future.

Derived from our ethos, our values are to be insightful, inclusive, impactful and inspiring. By living these values, we want to create a world worth living in.

4 Charles Sturt University 2019 With more than 25 years of experience leading and innovating online and distance , Charles Sturt University offers the most comprehensive range of programs of any university or private higher education organisation.

About Charles Sturt University

Established as a multicampus institution in 1989, Charles Charles Sturt University has three faculties: Arts and Sturt University is today the largest university in Australia Education; Business, Justice and Behavioural Sciences; located outside a major capital city. Currently enrolling and Science. Faculties operate across campuses and are around 46,000 students from every state and territory and responsible for developing and delivering courses, and from more than 120 countries around the world, Charles conducting research. Schools within these faculties are Sturt University has an annual turnover of A$611 million and largely discipline based and carry responsibility for the assets valued at A$1.61 billion. delivery of subjects. Administrative and academic support services are provided by centralised faculty administration Our campuses are located in -, Bathurst, teams, and specialist service divisions and offices that , , Goulburn, Orange, , Port operate across the university’s campuses. Macquarie and . We also have Charles Sturt University Study Centres in , and Internationally, we deliver programs in collaboration with catering to international students, a specialist higher education institutions in Europe and Asia. Our centre in Manly, and Regional University Study Centres in 8000 international students hail from over 120 different Griffith and Parkes in New South Wales and in countries. We have over 100 academic partnerships . The broad geographic spread of our campuses in more than 40 countries facilitating research, course allows us to serve the distinct needs of diverse communities delivery, cultural exchange, student and staff exchange, and from northern New South Wales to central Victoria and a diverse range of other education activities. beyond. The university employs over 2000 permanent staff. With more than 25 years of experience leading and Critical to the success of Charles Sturt University has been innovating online and distance education in Australia, the balanced strategic development of all our campuses Charles Sturt University offers the most comprehensive through multinodal delivery. range of programs of any university or private higher education organisation. Many Charles Sturt University Charles Sturt University has eschewed the traditional hub courses are offered through online learning, with over 60 and spoke model of multicampus universities, promoting per cent of our students enrolled online. Our reputation the role of multinodal delivery to enable us to offer has been built on the breadth of our offerings, our common curriculums on multiple campuses, and aggregate expertise in online delivery, and in particular being student demand across multiple geographic regions. This the largest online provider of postgraduate courses in model has allowed us to deliver a broader range of courses Australia. with a high level of quality at each of our campuses, and to grow our course profile and geographic reach over many years.

Information for applicants – Head of School (School of Dentistry and Health Sciences) 5 We are also a national and international leader in the Through our network of campuses, and in close association development of collaborative admission pathways between with industry, the professions and government, Charles vocational and higher education. About one-third of Sturt University continues its commitment to maintaining Charles Sturt University students now enrol on the basis of a course and research profile to meet the needs and a vocational qualification. This strategy has been essential aspirations of our rural and remote communities, and to expanding opportunities for students, particularly those contribute to the enrichment of rural and remote Australia. in locations distant from a university campus. We are committed to expanding higher education Charles Sturt University has nurtured a particular opportunities for rural, remote and Indigenous students commitment to the development of the professions and by providing enhanced local study options in a workplace skills in Australia through work-integrated comprehensive range of professional fields supporting learning. We deliver one of the most comprehensive the growth and development of regional labour markets, offerings of professional programs in the country, and conducting research that addresses fundamental focusing particularly on areas of critical labour force issues raised by industry and communities in our regions. need in Australia’s regions. Today, more than 70 per cent The full-time employment rate for Charles Sturt University of our professional programs are delivered in areas graduates eclipses the national university average, and we of identified national and regional labour market skills will continue to strive to provide opportunities for rural, shortages. We are routinely ranked significantly above regional and Indigenous students that would not otherwise national and international benchmarks by our graduates have been available. for performance in work-integrated learning, with almost We believe that the university’s success in attracting 50 per cent of our students required to undertake national and international students strengthens the fieldwork as part of their studies and a further 25 per cent programs it is able to offer its regional communities. offered the option. Charles Sturt University’s regional location enables it to Our university research centres maintain strong industry make a distinctive national and international contribution to linkages that inform our research priorities and approach. research in fields such as health, food and water security, Our research strengths have been designed to align with, and environmental sustainability, as well as support and inform, our teaching programs and address national national priorities by sustaining and growing critical and regional priorities. regional labour markets. The Faculty of Science is a leader in strategic and applied research in a wide array of sciences. We enhance and extend knowledge, train and educate future researchers and provide scientific solutions to current challenges. We achieve this through ethical practice, professional collaborations, industry involvement and a commitment to continual improvement.

6 Charles Sturt University 2019 Our strategy We provide the knowledge, skills, Charles Sturt University’s 2017–2022 strategy is focused attitudes, habits on three core components. Our communities: strong, vibrant regional communities and professional with intellectual capital, social capital and infrastructure. Our students: accessible and flexible admission pathways networks for a to a wide range of degrees that can be studied on or off campus in full-time or part-time modes. A sense of belonging and engagement with support for progress meaningful life in learning, professional placements and success. The knowledge, skills, attitudes, habits and professional and successful networks for a meaningful life and successful career. Our internal capability: build organisational capability to career. fulfil the university’s strategic objectives while ensuring a deep understanding of the way the university operates from the bottom to the top. Embedding collaboration with others as a core capability across the university while being a consistently market-oriented organisation.

Information for applicants – Head of School (School of Dentistry and Health Sciences) 7 Historical timeline

Charles Sturt University has been built on a tradition of excellence in teaching and research spanning more than 100 years, with the first enrolment of students at the Bathurst Experiment Farm in 1897. Formed progressively through the merger of regional institutions in south-western and western New South Wales, Charles Sturt University was formally incorporated on 19 July 1989, under the Charles Sturt University Act 1989.

1989 1991 1993 1997 Charles Sturt University Charles Sturt University Land purchased at Charles Sturt University established by Act of Coat of Arms unveiled. Thurgoona to expand named University of Parliament, merging the The Cedars historic Albury-Wodonga campus. the Year, for success in former Mitchell College property purchased in educating first-in-family of Advanced Education Albury and refurbished as Transfer of the Robinson university students. and the -Murray Albury-Wodonga campus Education Centre site in Institute of Higher administrative centre. to HSC Online launched. Education. Interim Board Charles Sturt University by of Governors meets for the the University of New South New offices and library first time and announces Wales. opened at Manly. appointment of the inaugural Chancellor, David Asimus AO. 1998 Establishment of former Goulburn College of Advanced Education precinct as a university campus with the signing of contract with New South 1996 Wales Police Service to 1992 Charles Sturt University provide policing education. signs with Study Group The Charles Sturt Australia, initially University chancellery, the Establishment of a new establishing Charles Sturt Grange, opens at Bathurst campus in Canberra, University Study Centres campus. Australian Capital Territory, in Melbourne and Sydney, to house the and more recently 1990 Agreement signed to Charles Sturt University in Brisbane. Australian Centre for Former Riverina-Murray partner in Australian Christianity and Culture Institute of Higher Graduate School of Police in partnership with the Education principal, Management, based at Diocese of Canberra and Professor Cliff Blake AO, Manly, Sydney. Goulburn. appointed as inaugural Vice-Chancellor. Charles Sturt University- TAFE centre opens in 2001 Dubbo. Vice-Chancellor Cliff Blake AO retires and the university’s second Vice- Chancellor, Professor Ian Goulter AM, is appointed.

Official opening of Dubbo campus.

8 Charles Sturt University 2019 2002 2008 2012 2017 Chancellor Dr David Indigenous Education Opening of Port Vice-Chancellor Professor Asimus AO retires and Strategy launched. Macquarie campus. Andrew Vann signs another the university’s second five-year contract through Chancellor, Lawrie Willett Charles Sturt University to 2021. AO, is appointed. Green environmental office established. 2018 Charles Sturt University announces Joint Program in Medicine to be delivered in partnership with Western Sydney University 2014 from 2021. Chancellor Lawrie Willett AO retires and Dr Michele Allan is appointed as the 2009 university’s third Chancellor First intake of dental and first female in the role. 2005 science students. Establishment of new campus in Ontario, Canada. 2011 University rebranding, Transfer of Orange campus including replacement of 2019 by the University of crest with new logo, a motif The university celebrates Sydney (formerly Orange of sturt desert pea. its 30 year anniversary and Agricultural College) to officially launches the new Charles Sturt University. Vice-Chancellor Ian Goulter Charles Sturt University retires and Professor 2015 brand. First intake of veterinary Andrew Vann is appointed Opening of a Regional science students. as the university’s third University Study Centre Vice-Chancellor. in Wangaratta in northern Victoria. 2016 Move to three faculties: Faculty of Arts and Education; Faculty of Business, Justice and Behavioural Sciences; and Faculty of Science.

Information for applicants – Head of School (School of Dentistry and Health Sciences) 9 About the school

Portfolio information Faculty of Science School of Dentistry and Health Sciences The Faculty of Science delivers flexible, innovative teaching programs which provide graduates with the The School of Dentistry and Health Sciences is skills and knowledge to build a career, advance their a multi-campus, academic unit. The school offers profession and contribute to their community. We undergraduate and postgraduate courses, both in currently have more than 9000 students and over 500 Australia and internationally, in a range of health staff dedicated to advancing scientific knowledge. disciplines including dentistry, oral health therapy and medical radiation science. We are a leader in strategic and applied research in a wide array of sciences. We enhance and extend The school is committed to enhancing its reputation knowledge, train and educate future researchers and as a high performing multidisciplinary unit. We’re provide scientific solutions to current challenges. We seeking academics who are focused on providing achieve this through ethical practice, professional quality education and who are actively involved in the collaborations, industry involvement and a commitment development of health professional education and to continual improvement. health based research programs that complement these courses. We also provide a range of health and other services to our regional communities through our enterprise activities. For more information on the Faculty of Science, visit science.csu.edu.au

Organisational structure

Executive Dean Faculty of Science

Head of School Clinical Director - School of Dentistry and Course Director/s Dental Clinics Health Sciences Faculty of Science

Administrative Officer to Associate Head/s of School Head of School

Academic Staff Wagga Wagga/ Orange

10 Charles Sturt University 2019 The role Reporting relationships This position reports to the Executive Dean. This position supervises the school’s academic and professional staff. Key working relationships • Deputy Dean • Faculty and school staff • Clinical director – dental clinics • Course directors • Associate Dean (Academic) • Associate Dean (Research) • Sub-dean (Learning and Teaching) • Sub-dean (Workplace Learning and Accreditation) • Divisions of Charles Sturt University • Key industry and professional organisations • Other professional support services

Position overview The Head of School, based at our Orange campus, is accountable to the Executive Dean for the performance of the school in teaching and learning, research productivity and resource management. The Head of School will lead and manage the school ensuring all areas are operating efficiently and cohesively to provide a positive contribution to the mission and values of the faculty and university. The Head of School is expected to provide the guidance and leadership required to allow the school to deliver high quality teaching and learning, impactful research and meaningful community engagement. The Head of School will seek opportunities for the growth and development of the school developing and fostering linkages and relationships with industry, government, the professions and community. As a senior member of staff, the Head of School will be required to contribute to the overall management of the faculty and strategic development of the university. The university has a suite of five university dental clinics, providing clinical education opportunities for dentistry and oral health students. The Head of School works collaboratively with the clinic director to ensure the clinics provide high quality clinical training in a safe and sustainable manner.

Information for applicants – Head of School (School of Dentistry and Health Sciences) 11 Principal responsibilities

Set the strategic direction of the school, including: Lead people and manage resources to deliver a high • scanning the environment to gather information, quality academic experience to students, and to achieve explore new ideas and identify opportunities to the operational objectives of the school and university, inform decision making including: • establishing and maintaining strategic links with • collaborating with course directors and discipline staff on industry, government and the community the design, delivery, accreditation, quality assurance, and evaluation of courses • developing and implementing strategic and operational planning for the school, aligning with • collaborate with the clinical director of the Charles Sturt university strategic direction University dental clinics regarding the clinical training of dental and oral health students • contributing to the development of faculty and university strategy and plans • allocating resources to deliver subjects and higher degree research supervision • monitoring and reviewing the sustainability of courses, subjects and activities to inform future • promoting excellence in learning and teaching, research, planning scholarly activity and professional practice • providing advice and recommendations to faculty • demonstrating a commitment to research excellence and in relation to course, campus and staffing profile lead the development of research activities including the identification of new and sustainable sources of funding • championing and leading innovation, continuous improvement and change. • recruiting, inducting, developing and managing the performance of staff • providing meaningful advice on individual development, Lead and foster a workplace culture that: academic promotion and career pathways • inspires staff and students with a sense of purpose • fostering regular communication with students and staff and desire to achieve • leading a range of school committees • promotes productivity and wellbeing for staff and students • managing academic workloads in accordance with the current Charles Sturt University enterprise agreement • supports communication and collegiality within the school/faculty and across other faculties, centres • providing input to budget development and managing and divisions the financial resources of the school to ensure it operates within its allocated budget and in accordance • is engaging, inclusive and respectful of others, and with delegations and university requirements values and promotes collaboration and team work • identifying and determining appropriate actions to • values the creation of an engaging student address operational and business continuity risks in experience that places quality education at its accordance with university policy and procedures core • managing the implementation and utilisation of systems • embraces a climate of curiosity, creativity and and processes within the school to provide a consistent continuous improvement, and the provision of high quality service to students feedback • applying and promoting compliance with relevant • reflects the university’s core values and policies legislation and Charles Sturt University regulations, • is consistent with generic responsibilities of policies, procedures, processes and guidelines Charles Sturt University staff. • managing complaints and misconduct in accordance with university policies and procedures.

Represent the school, faculty and university in a positive and professional manner including: • representation on a range of internal committees and forums • participation in university events and ceremonies • contribution to industry forums, conferences, and community events.

Other duties appropriate to the classification.

12 Charles Sturt University 2019 Act with integrity, demonstrating and promoting ethical leadership and commitment to a diverse and inclusive workplace

Capabilities

Service Strive to meet the needs and exceed expectations of our students, communities and focused colleagues (performance focus, quality outcomes, student welfare, equity and conduct). Network Bring people together and build relationships that deliver desired benefits and outcomes. Lead and Set directions and standards, delegate, motivate, empower and develop others, and recruit supervise talent. Speak clearly and fluently, express opinions, make presentations, respond to an audience and Communicate show credibility.

Formulate Work strategically, set strategies and vision, and think broadly about the organisation. strategies and concepts Plan and Set objectives, plan, establish contingencies, manage time, resources and people, and monitor organise progress. Cope with Cope with pressure, keep emotions under control, balance work and personal life, stay pressures and optimistic and be able to handle criticism. setbacks

Physical capabilities You may be required to: • work in other environments beyond the school such as other campuses, as well as possible car and air travel. You will be working with a diverse range of staff, students and community members • on occasion, drive a university vehicle distances up to 500kms per day within the terms of the university’s Driver Safety Policy and Guidelines available at policy.csu.edu.au/document/view-current.php?id=184

Information for applicants – Head of School (School of Dentistry and Health Sciences) 13 Staff benefits

Charles Sturt University is committed to providing an employment environment that fosters teamwork, innovation, reflective practice, continual learning, knowledge sharing and opportunities for staff to achieve their full potential. Charles Sturt University is committed to providing a flexible working environment that encourages employees to live a balanced lifestyle, combining work and family responsibilities. To find out more visit csu.edu.au/jobs/benefits

14 Charles Sturt University 2019 Selection criteria

Charles Sturt University is seeking to appoint a Head of School, School of Dentistry and Health Sciences, with the following attributes and experience.

Essential • A doctorate and academic research profile in a cognate discipline relevant to the school, or equivalent professional practice and standing, or evidence of equivalent reputation and standing at a national and/or international level through distinguished contributions including research, academic leadership and the scholarship of teaching within the field. How to apply • Demonstrated success in leadership and management of high performing teams, including For a confidential discussion and to apply, please strategic planning, financial, human resources, email the following information to CCentric Group, change management and achievement of the executive search firm assisting Charles Sturt organisational objectives. University with this appointment • Demonstrated leadership experience in academic • a cover letter briefly describing why the position management, curriculum development and is of interest and what you believe you can bring implementation as well as a commitment to the to the role facilitation of culturally respectful and innovative teaching. • a statement concisely and systematically addressing each of the selection criteria • Ability to develop and implement effective governance frameworks for compliance with • a full curriculum vitae detailing qualifications, full legislation, regulation and policy and the effective employment history and relevant achievements, use of resources. including the names and contact details of at least three potential referees (these referees will • Demonstrated ability to develop and manage only be contacted with your prior consent). effective liaison with a variety of external organisations (including professional bodies) to build cooperative working relationships and partnerships Further information is available from: that deliver tangible benefit. Pam Lubrainschik • Demonstrated strategic vision and capacity to Principal Consultant promote the development of a culture of excellence CCentric Group in education and research. Phone: +61 2 8422 5306 Desirable criteria Mobile: +61 452 295 088 • Demonstrated evidence of eligibility for full Email: [email protected] registration as a dentist with Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA).

Information for applicants – Head of School (School of Dentistry and Health Sciences) 15 Brisbane Study Centre Location New South Wales The Head of School, Dentistry and Health Sciences position is based at our regional campus in the PARKES Dubbo Regional University enchanting city of Orange, New South Wales. Study Centre Orange Orange Bathurst Griffith Known as Australia’s colour city, Orange is home to vibrant Regional University Sydney parks, historic streetscapes, renowed wineries and popular Study Centre Goulburn NSW Police Academy Study Centre restaurants. Only 3.5 hours from Sydney, Orange is located Manly near the foothills of extinct volcano Mount Canobolas, a Parramatta Wagga Wagga popular hiking and sightseeing destination. Canberra Recreation The award-winning wineries are a sought-out destination in the Albury-Wodonga region, with festivals all year-round. The Orange wine region Wangaratta has a cool climate for winemaking and has become a must-see Regional University Study Centre Victoria tourist spot. Melbourne From the stunning vistas atop Mt. Canobolas to the beauty Study Centre of the Gosling Creek Reserve, Orange simply abounds in accessible natural beauty. Orange is also blessed with a multitude of beautiful parks and gardens and popular recreation activities include cricket, netball, rugby league, bowling and more.

Healthcare Orange has become a medical hub outside of Sydney that includes the , Bloomfield campus, and Dudley Private Hospital, with growing employment opportunities and facilities that are world-class.

Seasons With four distinct seasons, summer temperatures in Orange average between 13 and 25 degrees, while in winter they average between 2 and 10 degrees. The average rainfall is about 885mm, and you may even get to experience doorstep during winter.

Population Orange has a population of over 41,000 people located in the city and more than 62,000 people in the surrounding region. There are approximately 1 million visitors annually who experience all the Orange area has to offer.

Education Orange is home to 12 primary schools and seven high schools along with campuses for Charles Sturt and TAFE Western, making it a great place to live and receive an education.

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