Duties and ResponsibilitiesASSOCIATE DEAN - SCHOOL OF NURSING MALCOLM X COLLEGE
The Associate Dean of Nursing provides oversight of directors and faculty to ensure programmatic, accreditation standards and state agency requirements are met. The Associate Dean ensures that the delivery of existing and new program content are of high quality and in alignment with the pedagogy design of active and effective learning while supporting the student experience. 
The Associate Dean of Nursing also ensures facilitation of faculty reviews, assessment of staffing needs and preservation of academic standards. Positions rely on their extensive experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. 
ESSENTIAL DUTIES 

• Provides leadership and guidance in support of the college’s operational and strategic initiatives. 
• Implements and evaluates academic and student programs and ensure the daily operations of these programs are delivered.Identifies and recommends faculty and staffing needs to the Dean of Nursing. 
• Provides leadership for faculty with integration of the programs systematic plan of evaluation. 
• Coordinates and directs the evaluation, review and implementation of innovative curriculum additions and revisions, course outlines and syllabi and textbook selection in alignment with state and national standards. 
• Develops and implements a comprehensive orientation program for faculty, in conjunction with the Office of Human Resources at the College and the District Office. 
• Develops and fosters relationships with key stakeholders within the Nursing community at the local, state and national levels. 
• Acts as a hearing officer regarding student complaints and recommends appropriate procedures for their resolution. 
• Serves on college leadership team, community committees and participates in college governance. 
• Oversees annual program review processes, including fiscal resource planning and management related to the nursing program.Works with the Registrar’s Office to facilitate seamless registration processes for students consistent with District policies and procedures. 
• Works closely with campus departments to streamline advising processes, admissions, coding, and overall support of pre-nursing students. 
• Works with the Office of Institutional Effectiveness to plan and implement routine research concerning the numbers, status and success of course offerings; prepares reports and analyses setting forth progress, adverse trends and makes appropriate recommendations and/or conclusions.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree or higher in Nursing from an accredited college or university. Completion of a Doctorate degree in a health profession or Nursing discipline from a regionally accredited institution strongly preferred (i.e. Ed.D, PhD, Dr.PH, DNP, etc.) 
• Active, valid and unencumbered license as a Illinois Registered Nurse
• Minimum of two years clinical practice as a Registered Nursing 
• Minimum of two years teaching experience in a nursing program and a minimum of two years of documented successful administrative experience as Department Chair, Associate Dean, Assistant Dean and/or Program Director in a health profession academic program
• Successful track record in higher education accreditation procedures, regulatory compliance, articulation processes and program review strongly preferred 
• Must be available to work some evenings and weekends 
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) 

Worker Characteristics 

• Leadership – Demonstrate willingness to lead, take charge, and offer opinions and direction 
• Dependability – Demonstrate reliability, responsibility, and dependability and fulfill obligations. 
• Initiative – Demonstrate willingness to take on responsibilities and job challenges 
• Adaptability/Flexibility – Be open to change (positive or negative) and to considerable variety in the workplace 
• Technologically Informed – Capable user of technology who understands the role of technology in the institution and who will guide and support its efficient and effective use 

Malcolm X College was selected as a 2019 Promising Places to Work in Community Colleges award winner! The award is given by the National Institute for Staff and Organizational Development (NISOD), a membership organization committed to promoting and celebrating excellence in teaching and leadership at community and technical colleges, and Diverse: Issues in Higher Education, a leading academic publication. MXC was recognized for its best-in-class student and staff recruitment and retention practices, inclusive learning and working environments, and meaningful community service and engagement opportunities.  
We Offer: Excellent health and welfare benefit package and long-term savings and investment programs including 403(b) & 457(b) Investment Plans and a pension plan with the State University Retirement System (SURS) Plan.Generous vacation, holiday, personal and sick days, and tuition reimbursement. For a more detailed overview of benefits, please visit the benefits page of our website. 
Chicago residency is required for all full-time employees within 6 months of hire. We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. Thank you for your interest in City Colleges of Chicago!

Job: Administration/Management
Primary Location: Malcolm X College
Job Posting: Jun 22, 2019, 7:22:47 PM