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Adelphi University Associate Dean for Graduate Programs in Garden City, New York
Associate Dean for Graduate Programs
Job Department/School College of Nursing and Public Health
FT/PT/Temp Full time
Location Garden City, N.Y.
Associate Dean for Graduate Programs
College of Nursing and Public Health
JOB SUMMARY:
The Associate Dean is administratively responsible for assuring the highest quality of academic programs and student services. The Associate Dean is responsible for the academic integrity of the College of Nursing and Public Health’s (CNPH) graduate programs including the development of curricular and program innovations and CCNE accreditation processes. The Associate Dean supports faculty in their teaching and research. The Associate Dean promotes a student body that represents diversity and academic excellence, advances innovative pedagogy, fosters an environment that supports student achievement, and retention, and provides leadership in curricula and new program development, implementation, evaluation, and accreditation. This position supports faculty development and leadership development of programmatic Chairs and directors. The Associate Dean is a key member of the Dean's leadership team and will provide strategic insight and assist the Dean and Associate Dean for Academic Affairs in setting College and institutional goals.
REPORTS TO: Dean
SALARY INFORMATION
In compliance with New York’s Pay Transparency Act, the annual base salary range for this position is $150,000 - $200,000. Adelphi University considers factors such as departmental budgets, scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as market and organizational considerations when extending an offer. The above hiring range represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. An annual base salary higher than the range may be warranted in circumstances where a candidate has demonstrable equivalent prior higher education experience at another University.
Adelphi University provides a comprehensive benefit package for faculty and staff employees. For a list of benefits provided to employees, please click here (http://hr.adelphi.edu/benefits/faculty/#xd_co_f=MDU1M2U0NjQtNjNhMi00NjI5LWI0ZGEtMGE1ZTg3ZmEzNzVh) .
RESPONSIBILITIES & DUTIES:
In collaboration with the Dean and Associate Dean for Academic Affairs:
Assists in developing the CNPH's strategic agenda related to the College's academic programs in alignment with AU strategic plan- Momentum 2.
Consults with faculty and other communities of interest to make recommendations to accomplish the mission, goals, and expected programs outcomes.
Initiates curricular innovations with faculty and other constituents as appropriate.
Work closely with the leadership team to explore opportunities for developing or enhancing partnerships, joint projects, and mutually beneficial academic initiatives.
Collaborates to foster inter-professional education.
Seeks external financial resources to accomplish the academic mission.
Meets regularly with the school's graduate chairs and program directors to monitor the academic programs they oversee.
Meets with graduate nursing faculty and students to interpret educational policy.
Guides faculty in implementing and evaluating evidence- based teaching methods.
Oversees completion of evaluations for the CNPH’s courses, programs of instruction, and teaching faculty.
Communicates the results of those evaluations to accountable parties (e.g., Academic Affairs Committee, Dean, Evaluation Committee, and faculty).
Accountable for accreditation and regulatory compliance. Completes periodic reports on academic programs to internal and external groups, including regional and national professional accrediting bodies on behalf of the College.
Provides oversight and guidance on nurse practitioner certificate preparedness to assure continued improvement of annual first-time pass rates.
REQUIREMENTS:
Doctoral preparation- Research doctorate preferred.
Scholarship and program of research sufficient to be appointed at the rank of Associate Professor.
Graduate level degree (master's or doctorate) in nursing
NYS RN licensure or eligible
NP certification preferred.
Four years of relevant experience in academic nursing education in an administrative or leadership role
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Ability to work under tight timeframes and to manage multiple projects.
EDUCATIONAL/EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:
A bachelor's and master's degree in nursing and an earned doctorate in nursing or related field.
Progressive leadership experience in nursing education and curriculum development.
Prior experience in CCNE accreditation processes.
Demonstrated leadership abilities, managerial skills, creativity, ability to make timely decisions, to collaborative effectively, and to be open to the ideas of others and to constructive feedback.
Experience with Simulation preferred.
Active in professional organizations at regional or national levels.
We are strongly committed to achieving excellence through cultural diversity and are seeking candidates who have a strong commitment to teaching students from diverse cultural backgrounds.
Academic experiences with culturally diverse populations preferred.
Interest In developing and implementing curricula related to culturally diverse populations.
Positions Supervised:
Program Chairs and Directors
Graduate Faculty
Administrative Assistants
APPLICATION:
Full consideration will be given to applications received by May 15.
ABOUT ADELPHI:
Adelphi University, New York, is a highly awarded, nationally ranked, powerfully connected doctoral research university dedicated to transforming students' lives through small classes with world-class faculty, hands-on learning, and innovative ways to support academic and career success. Adelphi offers exceptional liberal arts and sciences programs and professional training, with strength in our Core Four—Arts and Humanities, STEM and Social Sciences, the Business and Education Professions, and Health and Wellness. Recognized as a Best College by U.S. News & World Report, Adelphi is Long Island's oldest private coeducational university, serving more than 8,100 students at its beautiful main campus in Garden City, at learning hubs in Manhattan, the Hudson Valley, and Suffolk County, and online. The university offers students more than 50 undergraduate majors and 70 graduate programs in the liberal arts, the sciences and professional training. With powerful partnerships throughout the New York area, more than 115,000 graduates across the country, a growing enrollment of students from 41 states and 58 countries, and rising rankings from top publications and organizations, Adelphi is a dynamic community that plays a leadership role on Long Island and in the region.
ABOUT THE COLLEGE OF NURSING AND PUBLIC HEALTH:
The College of Nursing and Public Health (CNPH) supports an inclusive learning environment where all students feel understood, respected, and appreciated. CNPH ensures that an environment of civility and respect is established to promote an inclusive, comfortable learning environment that facilitates the sharing of experiences and nurtures the critical examination of assumptions. To achieve this goal, the college is committed to have a diverse and inclusive faculty and thus especially invites applications from women, underrepresented, and historically disadvantaged groups.
- Adelphi University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We welcome applications from all candidates, including people of color and those who are, or identify as, members of any marginalized, underserved or underrepresented group. Adelphi is an emerging Hispanic serving institution so bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply. Here is our University statement on diversity: https://www.adelphi.edu/diversity-equity-inclusion/about/.
