Department Head Job Description

A department head is responsible for overseeing a specific function within a company.

The department head may be in charge of a department that reports directly to a company’s Chief Executive Officer (CEO) or to another company’s CEO.

The department head acts as the head of the department and is responsible for ensuring that employees have been trained properly, that department operations are running smoothly, and that the company’s goals and objectives are met.

The department head is responsible for ensuring that all department employees are aware of their assigned role within the company.

Job Brief:

We’re looking for a Department Head who is passionate about their work and takes pride in their department. Someone who is able to work independently and is able to take on new challenges. We want someone who is able to lead their department and is able to work well with others.

Department Head Duties:

• Oversee all operational activities of a department, organization, or division
• Evaluate staff performance and effectiveness
• Assign responsibilities, delegate tasks, and communicate expectations
• Promote a positive, supportive work environment
• Maintain confidentiality of company information
• Maintain strict adherence to established policies and procedures
• Maintain a positive and professional image
• Develop and maintain professional contacts in the community
• Attend professional meetings to maintain industry knowledge

Department Head Responsibilities:

• Direct and direct the work of employees and oversee their work assignments, while monitoring their compliance with established policies, procedures, quality standards, and laws
• Assist in strategic planning, and develop, implement, and maintain operational goals and objectives
• Create and review budgets and financial forecasts
• Develop strategic plans and operational goals
• Leads team to meet business objectives, and ensures goals are met
• Maintains, develops, and evaluates the human resources, such as employees, training, and compensation
• Recruit, interview, select, and hire qualified workers
• Maintain a safe working environment
• Manage projects and resources to achieve goals
• Conduct performance evaluations to ensure employee performance meets expectations

Requirements And Skills:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Graphic Design or a related field
• 5+ years’ proven experience in a management position
• Strong leadership and people management skills
• Strong strategic planning skills
• Ability to maintain excellent business relationships with vendors, subcontractors, customers, and employees

Company Name is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We believe that a diverse and inclusive team is a key to success. We encourage applications from people of all races, religions, national origins, genders, and ages, as well as veterans and individuals with disabilities.