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Job TitleDirector, School of NursingPosition Number318610Requisition NumberB06973Position TypeFaculty 11-12 MonthsClass CodeTime-limited throughType of AppointmentFull-TimeFaculty Position Sub-TypeAdministratorLength of Appointment12 monthsInternal Recruitment?NoWorking HoursVariableDepartmentNursingOrganizationBROOKS COLLEGE OF HEALTH DivisionAcademic Affairs - DIVCollegeBrooks College of HealthApproved Hiring Salary RangeNegotiablePay BasisAnnuallyEOD

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General Description / Primary Purpose

The University of North Florida is seeking a candidate for the full time position of Director of the School of Nursing in the Brooks College of Health. The applicant needs to be a dynamic person capable of meeting the challenging demands of a large, diverse nursing program which includes undergraduate traditional and accelerated nursing programs, RN-BSN program and graduate programs in nurse anesthesia, nurse practitioner and mental health nurse practitioner.

Essential Duties

Job Function

The Director of the School of Nursing reports to the Dean of the Brooks College of Health and has primary administrative responsibility for the operation of the assigned group of Faculty and Staff organized into the School of Nursing. The duties of the position of a Director are to lead efforts and ensure completion to:
1.Recruit, hire, manage, and retain diverse, qualified Faculty/Staff of sufficient size and qualifications to carry out the mission of the School of Nursing (SON) and College. 2.Develop and market quality programs as a response to community needs in collaboration with the Faculty, Dean, and Associate Dean. 3.Maintain and improve the quality of teaching, research, and service within the SON. 4.Assist program directors, faculty and staff to prepare accreditation documents as needed and maintain accreditation status. 5.Preserve and promote an environment where research is considered an integral part of the academic process. 6.Support Faculty in the orientation and professional growth process, to include promotion and tenure. 7.Establish fiscal priorities for the SON in collaboration with the Faculty, Dean, Associate Dean, and Development Officer. 8.Manage the various SON budgets and facilities (e.g., labs) to assure effective and cost conscious School and College operation. 9.Provide a Vision for the Faculty and Staff and develop a strategic plan within the SON. 10.Develop creative means to meet the growing demands on the programs while incorporating the interests of the Community. 11.Supervise Office Staff and facilitate professional development and growth. 12.Maintain open and effective communication with Faculty, Staff, Students, and Administration and hold routine meetings. 13.Implement SON, College, and University policies. 14.Ensure that curriculum changes are coordinated with other entities across the university and ensure completion of faculty activity reports, course schedules, teaching assignments, program reviews, and other reports as needed. In addition, the Director for the SON will: 15.Teach a minimum of six credit hours in each calendar year. 16.Perform tenure appraisals and annual evaluations as appropriate on all Faculty and Staff.

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Marginal FunctionsRequired QualificationsFaculty Position Required Qualifications

Associate Professor/Professor
Terminal degree in Nursing (PhD, EdD)
Advanced Practice Nurse certified
5 or more years of teaching experience
Past experience in a management position in a Nursing program
Experience with management of budgets

Departmental RequirementsStatement(s) of Understanding Definition

Background Check: This position requires a background check. In conjunction with the University’s policy, this position may also require a credit check.

Responsible Employee: The holder of this position is designated as a “Responsible Employee” pursuant to their role under Title IX. Therefore, the incumbent must promptly report allegations of sexual misconduct, sexual violence, and child sexual abuse by or against any student, employee, contractor, or visitor to the University’s Title IX Administrator or any divisional Title IX Coordinator.

Required Licensure or Certification

Advanced Practice Nurse certified

Machines/Equipment used regularlyAnticipated Start Date01/03/2020Job Posting Date08/26/0019Application Review Date10/01/2019Application DeadlineOpen Until FilledYesPoint of Contact InformationSusan Russo; susan.russo@unf.edu; (904) 620-1206Hiring OfficialDr. Curt LoxLocation if not JacksonvilleSpecial Instructions

Applicants must complete an online application, as well as upload supplemental documents, at www.unfjobs.org in order to be considered for this position. Applicants who do not apply online and/or upload all the required documents will not be considered for this position. Once you submit both your completed application and uploaded documents you will receive a confirmation number. Keep the confirmation number for your records. If you have any questions about this position, please contact Susan Russo; susan.russo@unf.edu; (904) 620-1206. Initial review of applications will begin on 10/01/19.

Quicklinkhttp://www.unfjobs.org/postings/11728Supplemental Questions

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Documents Needed to ApplyRequired Documents

1. Cover Letter/Letter of Interest
2. Curriculum Vitae

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