Dean, College of Nursing and Health Professions

The University of Southern Mississippi is currently accepting applications for the position of Dean, College of Nursing and Health Professions.

Position Details LocationHattiesburg

118 College Drive
Hattiesburg, Mississippi, 39406-0001
United States DivisionCollege of Nursing and Health Professions Position TypeAdministrative Faculty Employment StatusFull Time Grant FundedNo Posting Close DateOpen Until Filled

Special Instructions to Applicants
The screening committee will begin accepting applications and nominations immediately and will begin reviewing applications January 15, 2020, continuing until the position is filled. Applicants should visit https://www.usm.edu/provost/cnhp-dean-search.php for the complete job profile.

In addition to requirements listed below, State Nursing Accreditation Standards require a minimum of five years of experience in a registered nursing education program (to include teaching, curriculum development and program evaluation) and a minimum of two years of clinical experience.

Questions and nominations should be directed to Dr. Maureen Ryan, chair of the screening committee, at 601-266-4905 or at Maureen.Ryan@usm.edu. Applicants should submit a letter of interest, complete curriculum vita, and contact information for at least five references through the Southern Miss website at https://jobs.usm.edu.

Job Summary
As the senior academic and administrative officer of the College, the Dean is responsible for all matters related to academic leadership and administration, including curriculum; budgeting; facilities; external development; faculty, staff and students. The Dean works closely with the Provost to provide strategic vision and operational leadership for all aspects of the College.

The Dean is expected to support faculty and students in the pursuit of academic and scholarly achievement; work collaboratively with faculty, staff, directors, and other deans to initiate and advance college and university goals; provide leadership in strategic planning, fundraising and development; and advocate for the college and its units with internal and external constituencies.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

Promote an understanding, both internally and externally, of the College, its purposes, and objectives

Demonstrate an understanding of the functioning of a multi-campus university

Guide the College of Nursing and Health Professions in conjunction with the University's strategic plan

Facilitate high quality, relevant, and innovative curricula

Provide mentorship to faculty, staff and students

Promote undergraduate and graduate research, and scholarship and service among the faculty

Enhance the undergraduate research experience by promoting and supporting student-faculty research collaborations through the Drapeau Center for Undergraduate Research

Promote student learning and retention through quality recruiting, counseling, internships, advising, and placement

Foster new partnerships and existing relationships, and articulate a vision that generates investment and support from the community, private donors, and alumni

Perform other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications
The successful candidate will hold a terminal research degree in nursing with academic credentials commensurate with an appointment at the rank of Full Professor. Qualifications include:

• The ability to attain a license to practice nursing in Mississippi
• At least three years of academic administrative experience working with undergraduate and graduate nursing programs
• Experience with curriculum development and assessment, including online course delivery, engaged learning, simulation, and use of instructional technology

Preferred Qualifications

• The ability to build upon strengths to help realign mission and relevance in the region
• Experience promoting the growth of research and scholarship by the faculty
• The financial acumen to aid the University in matching aspirations with available resources to move things forward
• Evidence of promoting diversity among faculty, administration, staff, and students
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Commitment to leading in a shared governance environment
• A working knowledge of national trends in nursing education, health professions education, and higher education
• Previous experience or familiarity with private and public fundraising

Supervisory Responsibilities:
Dean’s direct reports include:

Assistant to the Dean, Finance and Administration
Assistant to the Dean, Communication and Technology
Assistant to the Dean, Advisement & Academic Records
Administrative Specialist to the Dean & Associate Deans
Administrative Assistant to the Dean
Research and Grant Specialist
Simulation Center Coordinator
Associate Dean for Academic Affairs & Director School of Professional Nursing Practice
Associate Dean for Research and Graduate Education & Director School of Leadership and Advanced Nursing Practice
Associate Dean for Undergraduate Education & Director School of Health Professions
Associate Dean for Faculty Affairs & Director School of Speech and Hearing Sciences

About The University of Southern Mississippi
The University of Southern Mississippi (USM) is a comprehensive public research institution delivering transformative programs on campuses in Hattiesburg and Long Beach, at teaching and research sites in central and southern Mississippi, as well as online. Founded in 1910, USM is one of only 130 universities in the nation to earn the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education's "R1: Doctoral Universities - Very high research activity" designation, and its robust research enterprise includes experts in ocean science and engineering, polymer science and engineering, and sport venue safety and security, among others. USM is also one of only 40 institutions in the nation accredited in theatre, art and design, dance and music. As an economic driver, USM generates an annual economic impact of more than $600 million across the state. USM welcomes a diverse student body of approximately 15,000, representing 71 countries, all 50 states, and every county in Mississippi. USM students have collected four Truman Scholarships and 36 National Science Foundation Graduate Research Fellowships, while also leading Mississippi with 24 Goldwater Scholarships, an honor that recognizes the next generation of great research scientists. Home to the Golden Eagles, USM competes in 17 Division I sports sponsored by the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA). For more information, visit www.usm.edu.

As an Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity employer/Americans with Disabilities Act institution, The University of Southern Mississippi encourages minorities, women, veterans and persons with disabilities to apply.