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SalaryGrand Valley State University:
Mission: At Grand Valley State University, we empower learners in their pursuits, professions, and purpose. The University enriches society through excellent teaching, active scholarship, advancement of equity, and public service.
Vision: Grand Valley State University will prepare globally-minded citizens for the future they face and the communities they shape. Our community of educators will create and employ innovative approaches to liberal education and professional programs that center on and prepare students for a lifetime of continual learning and growth.
Kirkhof College of Nursing:
Mission: The mission of the Kirkhof College of Nursing is to provide quality nursing education to a diverse population of students. Kirkhof College of Nursing strives to improve the well-being of people through leadership in nursing education, professional practice and scholarship.
Our Vision
The Kirkhof College of Nursing is known as a regional, national, and international leader in:
Mission: At Grand Valley State University, we empower learners in their pursuits, professions, and purpose. The University enriches society through excellent teaching, active scholarship, advancement of equity, and public service.
Vision: Grand Valley State University will prepare globally-minded citizens for the future they face and the communities they shape. Our community of educators will create and employ innovative approaches to liberal education and professional programs that center on and prepare students for a lifetime of continual learning and growth.
Kirkhof College of Nursing:
Mission: The mission of the Kirkhof College of Nursing is to provide quality nursing education to a diverse population of students. Kirkhof College of Nursing strives to improve the well-being of people through leadership in nursing education, professional practice and scholarship.
Our Vision
The Kirkhof College of Nursing is known as a regional, national, and international leader in:
- Educating individuals at the undergraduate and graduate levels for professional nursing practice, leadership, and scholarship while promoting the importance of lifelong learning and global perspective.
- Developing relevant and reciprocal collaborations.
- Fostering the conduct of research and the application of evidence-based practice innovation to transform health care delivery for diverse populations.
Overview:
Kirkhof College of Nursing is seeking a leader to serve as the Associate Dean for Undergraduate Programs in Nursing. This critical role encompasses the comprehensive management of the undergraduate nursing programs, with a focus on fostering academic excellence, innovation, and integrity across all facets of the student and faculty experience.
Primary Duties:
- Leadership and Management: Provide strategic leadership and management of the undergraduate nursing programs, including oversight of faculty and student affairs, program coordination, and evaluation.
- Strategic Planning: Engage in strategic planning activities that support the educational missions of the College of Nursing, including resource development and management.
- Program Development: Direct the development of future goals and initiatives for Undergraduate nursing education that align with the college's practice/service and scholarship missions.
- Accreditation and Compliance: Act as a contributing author on self-study accreditation reports, substantive program change requests, and surveys to accrediting/governing agencies, ensuring compliance and excellence in nursing education.
- Teaching and Scholarship: Foster an environment of academic excellence through an established minimum requirement of teaching and by establishing/maintaining personal scholarship as evidenced through scholarly disseminations and activities.
Required Qualifications:
- Earned doctorate in nursing or a related discipline (if doctorate is not in nursing, must have earned master’s degree in nursing).
- Previous experience in delivering nursing education in the academic and/or practice settings.
- Record of professional, community, and/or university service.
- Record of scholarly productivity.
- Experience in curriculum development, implementation, and evaluation.
- Strong leadership and organizational development abilities.
- Effective interpersonal skills.
- Previous academic leadership/administrative experience desirable.
- Must be eligible for or have proof of unencumbered registered nurse (RN) licensure in the state of Michigan.
Grand Valley State University Core Competencies:
Innovator mentality Fosters inclusive and equitable community Well-being oriented Asset mindset Acts with integrity Emotionally intelligent Collaborative teamwork Empowering
Innovator mentality Fosters inclusive and equitable community Well-being oriented Asset mindset Acts with integrity Emotionally intelligent Collaborative teamwork Empowering
Working Conditions:
Physical office space within the Kirkhof College of Nursing; in-person and virtual meetings; variable hours; collaborative atmosphere; strong community interface.
Physical office space within the Kirkhof College of Nursing; in-person and virtual meetings; variable hours; collaborative atmosphere; strong community interface.
Benefits are effective on the first day of employment!
- Medical: High deductible plan with HSA or a standard PPO plan available.
- Vision and Dental insurance offered.
- Generous 401K contributions by employer and employee vested after 2 years.
- Tuition is waived for Undergraduate and graduate courses!
- Four weeks of vacation
- Work Life Program to assist in achieving a balanced life between work and personal needs
To learn more, please visit our
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homepage. Salary: Minimum starting salary of $120,000; commensurate with experience
Department/Division: KCON Nursing- Dean's office
Campus: Grand Rapids- Health Campus
How to Apply:
Apply online
. Please include a cover letter and resume. The online application will allow you to attach these documents electronically. Applicants selected for interviews may be required to submit official transcripts prior to the interview. If you need assistance, call Human Resources at 616-331-2215. Application Deadline:
The positing will remain open until position has been filled.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Must have the physical stamina to work long hours and/or more than 5 days per week. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act as amended by the ADA Amendment Act (2008), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and other applicable federal and state laws that prohibit discrimination on the basis of disability. GVSU will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. See www.gvsu.edu/affirmative/. TDD Callers: Call Michigan Relay Center at 711 (in State) or 1-800-833-7833 (out of State).
Grand Valley State University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer, which includes providing equal opportunity for racial and ethnic minorities, women, protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. University policy extends protections to additional identities.
