Program & Campus Director (Clinical PsyD) - W

Position Summary

The Program Director for the Rhode Island–based Clinical PsyD degree will work closely with the academic and administrative leadership of WJC in Newton, Massachusetts to provide academic and clinical leadership in preparation for an anticipated launch in Fall 2027. The Director will have day-to-day responsibility for developing curriculum, create alignment with requirements of accrediting bodies, recruit faculty, develop field placements, and implement program strategy.

Essential Functions

• Provide on-site academic and operational leadership for the Rhode Island campus, ensuring alignment with WJC academic standards, policies, and operational procedures while coordinating campus functions with Newton offices, including the Registrar, Field Education, Finance, Human Resources, Information Technology, and Academic Affairs

• Ensure effective coordination of academic programming, campus operations, and student experience

• Promote a culture of academic excellence, professionalism, and student success consistent with the mission and values of WJC

• Foster a respectful and inclusive campus environment and work effectively with students, faculty, staff, and community partners from a wide range of backgrounds

• Develop the campus-based academic program in alignment with the mission of the College and evolving accreditation requirements

• Collaborate with the admissions office to support broad student recruitment efforts consistent with institutional mission and applicable law

• Identify, cultivate, and develop new training sites within department parameters

• Monitor and support internship preparation and placement outcomes in alignment with APPIC and APA expectations

• Collaborate with senior leadership to advance the College’s long-term vision and strategic priorities, with particular focus on implementing academic and strategic initiatives for the Rhode Island campus and Clinical PsyD program

• Serve as the primary academic leader for the RI-based Clinical PsyD program, providing on-site leadership and ensuring alignment with WJC practices

• Represent WJC as the primary institutional leader for the Rhode Island campus, advancing the College’s visibility and partnerships throughout the region

Partnership Development & Workforce Alignment

• Demonstrated ability to build strategic partnerships, foster stakeholder relationships, and identify opportunities that strengthen program growth and advance strategic initiatives that expand WJC’s impact in Rhode Island, consistent with the College’s mission

• Partner with faculty and industry leaders to ensure that curriculum remains aligned with current and emerging workforce needs

• Serve as a strategic relationship builder and ambassador for the RI campus, developing practicum pipelines, cultivating referral networks, and strengthening the campus’s presence within the New England behavioral health community, both for the RI-based Clinical PsyD program and other initiatives in the state

General Administrative and Teaching Responsibilities

• Oversee and ensure implementation of College policies and procedures, state regulations, and campus-level risk management within the RI-based campus and Clinical PsyD program

• Recruit and support high-quality faculty and build a sustainable, high-performing faculty team

• Supervise, mentor, and evaluate program faculty in coordination with Academic Affairs

• Host meetings with students, faculty, and Field staff to develop plans that support student success

• Ensure faculty and students adhere to College policies, ethical standards, legal requirements, and accreditation standards

• Participate in accreditation preparation, reporting, and continuous improvement processes consistent with APA Standards of Accreditation

• Maintain active teaching responsibilities

• Participate in institutional governance processes and academic committees as assigned

Total Rewards

At William James College, we’re committed to supporting you as a whole person—so you can do meaningful work and thrive while doing it. Our total rewards approach is designed to promote your well-being, financial security, and professional growth, with a strong emphasis on flexibility, balance, and long-term success. As a nonprofit organization under Section 501(c)(3), your work here may also qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program—helping you invest in your future while making a meaningful impact.

Compensation Range

$140,000 – $160,000 annually

Application Procedure

To apply, please visit our Career Center. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, and the position will remain open until filled.