Associate Dean - School of Nursing

Description:

North Carolina A&T State University and the College of Health and Human Sciences invite applications for the position of Associate Dean for the School of Nursing and Health Services. The Associate Dean will provide visionary and strategic leadership for academic programs, and promote faculty and student success in the School of Nursing and Health Services. The Associate Dean will assist in advancing the legacy and mission of the school, college and university by providing excellent academic programs that meet the needs of the region for a culturally competent, diverse workforce, and to address health inequities through the advancement of research. The Associate Dean reports to the Dean of the College of Health and Human Sciences. The position will:
- Provide general oversight and management of programs for academic integrity and quality control.
- Work collaboratively with program leaders and appropriate faculty to review, evaluate, and improve program curricula.
- Work collaboratively with program leaders on the development and administration of policies and procedures related to academic excellence, the success of students, faculty and staff, and to cultivate a supportive environment.
- Provide leadership in the selection, retention, promotion, and development of faculty.
- Serve as a resource to program leaders for the management of program resources, including budgets and facilities.
- Develop and support external relationships to improve programs and strategically plan and develop new degree programs (seated and online).
- Seek sources of outside funding, such as grants, donations, or contracts, in collaboration with the Advancement Office and the College of Health and Human Sciences to advance school priorities.
- Advance the school, college and university's commitment to research and scholarship.
- Lead strategic planning for academic programs in the School of Nursing and Health Services.

Primary Function of Organizational Unit:

An 1890 Land Grant University, North Carolina A&T State University enjoys a long-standing national reputation in learning, discovery, and engagement. With a student body in excess of 12,500 and approximately 500 faculty, North Carolina A&T offers undergraduate and graduate degrees through nine colleges. North Carolina A&T State University offers over 90 degree program at the bachelor, master's and doctoral levels. The University is one of the sixteen constituent units of the University of North Carolina (UNC) and is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS). The strategic vision focuses the University on interdisciplinary scholarly activities in a learner-centered environment. The School of Nursing and Health Services is in the College of Health and Human Sciences. The College of Health and Human Sciences mission is to deliver innovative educational programs that capitalize on the strengths of faculty in the social, behavioral and health sciences to prepare students to improve the quality of life for individuals, communities, and populations.

Internal job number: 000896

Requirements:

Applicants are required to have an earned doctorate in nursing or related discipline; a minimum of 5 years of leadership/administrative experience in undergraduate and graduate education, and an established record of teaching, practice, scholarship, and service consistent with the rank of associate or full professor.

Preferred:

Desirable characteristics include experience leading organizations; developing and evaluating programs; curriculum development and evaluation; program evaluation, and accreditation; strategic planning and implementation; ability to work collaboratively with diverse faculty, staff, and students; experience in recruiting, supporting, and retaining faculty; ability to promote nursing research, education, and service; evidence of building partnerships at the local, state, national, and international levels; and, experience in fund-raising.

Special Instructions:

You must complete and submit an electronic application for employment to be considered. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing an electronic application.

Applicants seeking Veteran's Preference must attach a DD 214 form. Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty with your application during the process of applying to the job posting. Final candidates are subject to criminal and sex offender background checks.

North Carolina A&T State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.

North Carolina A&T State University is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. No one who applies or seeks employment will be denied admission to or employment at North Carolina A&T State University on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, disabling condition, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information or sexual orientation and sexual identity.