Dean, School of Nursing
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- University of North Carolina at Greensboro
- Location
- Greensboro, NC
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Job Details
001572
Functional Title:Dean, School of Nursing
Position Type:Administration - Faculty
Position Eclass:E1 - SAAO I 12 Mo Leave Earning
University Information:UNC Greensboro, located in the Piedmont Triad region of North Carolina, is 1 of only 57 doctoral institutions recognized by the Carnegie Foundation for both higher research activity and community engagement. Founded in 1891 and one of the original three UNC System institutions, UNC Greensboro is one of the most diverse universities in the state with 20,000+ students, and 3,000+ faculty and staff members representing 90+ nationalities. With 17 Division I athletic teams, 85 undergraduate degrees in over 125 areas of study, as well as 74 master’s and 32 doctoral programs, UNC Greensboro is consistently recognized nationally among the top universities for academic excellence and value, with noted strengths in health and wellness, visual and performing arts, nursing, education, and more. For additional information, please visit uncg.edu and follow UNCG on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.
Primary Purpose of the Organizational Unit:The School of Nursing (SON) is one of eight schools and colleges at UNCG. The SON is designated by the National League for Nursing (NLN) as a Center for Excellence in Nursing Education, one of only three schools nationwide to achieve this designation four consecutive times. The SON enrolls more than 700 students in its undergraduate and graduate programs. The SON is known for its commitment to the community, excellent academic programs, high first-time pass rates on national certification exams, and success with students securing positions upon graduation. Between January and September 2020, over 96 percent of SON students passed the NCLEX on the first attempt. It is a school on the move, rising 23 spots from last year’s rankings to No. 47 in U.S. News & World Report’s 2021 rankings of Best Master of Science in Nursing Programs and jumping 22 spots to No. 48 for the Doctor of Nursing Practice program. UNCG stands as one of only three North Carolina universities with both an MSN program and a DNP program ranked in the top 50.
Position Summary:The Dean reports to the Provost and is the chief administrative and academic officer of the School of Nursing with responsibility for its strategic, research, academic, clinical, and business affairs. The Dean has overall responsibilities for developing an inclusive and collegial environment that supports excellence in teaching, research, practice, and service. The direct reports to the Dean include the Chair of Adult Health Nursing, Chair of Family and Community Nursing, Associate Dean for Academic Programs, Senior Associate Dean for Research & Innovation, Associate Dean for Academic Affairs, the Associate Dean for Experiential Learning, and the Assistant Dean for Budget and Operations. As part of UNCG’s leadership team, the Dean interfaces with central administrative offices, advisory councils, deans of other UNCG Schools, accrediting agencies, and various professional organizations.
Minimum Qualifications:In order to fulfill accreditation requirements, the Dean must be a registered nurse (RN) with a graduate degree in nursing and hold a doctoral degree. The Dean must also have a current or eligible RN licensure to practice nursing in the state of North Carolina. Significant experience in nursing leadership, education, practice, and research and scholarship is expected.
Preferred Qualifications:While no one candidate will embody every quality, the successful candidate will bring many of the following professional qualifications and personal attributes:
- Registered nurse (RN) with a graduate degree in nursing, and a PhD in nursing or related field
- Current or eligible RN licensure to practice nursing in the state of North Carolina
- Distinguished record of academic achievement, research, and scholarship
- Commitment to excellence in research and scholarship, teaching, clinical practice, and service
- Demonstrated commitment to diversity and fostering an inclusive environment
- Outstanding oral and written communication skills
- Exceptional interpersonal skills, including collegiality and collaboration
- Broad vision of nursing and healthcare
- Significant administrative and leadership experience
- Interest in and capacity to achieve success in fundraising and philanthropy
- Proven ability to build effective partnerships within a school, university, and broader community
- Creative and open minded
- Decisive leader with confidence and comfort working in a complex environment
- Success as a mentor to faculty and students
- High standard of professional integrity and strong sense of professional ethics
- Ability to engage students, faculty, staff, alumni, university administration, external funding agencies, accrediting bodies, clinical and community partners, and other stakeholders
- A record of excellence in academic nursing practice and service
UNCG has retained Isaacson, Miller to assist in this search. Please direct all inquiries, nominations, referrals, and applications in strict confidence to:
Jackie Mildner, Partner
Amy Segal, Managing Associate
Becky Israel, Search Coordinator
Isaacson, Miller
www.imsearch.com/7647
Salary commensurate with experience
Org #-Department:Nursing - 12802
Job Open Date:12/11/2020
For Best Consideration Date:12/11/2020
Open Until Filled:Yes
FTE:1.000
Type of Appointment:Permanent
Number of Months per Year:12
FLSA:Exempt
Physical Effort:Reading - F, Writing - F
Work Environment:Inside - F
Organization
UNCG at a Glance
Founded in 1891, The University of North Carolina at Greensboro is the largest and most diverse state university in the Piedmont Triad. Standing apart from other universities, the UNCG community is joined together by a shared value: We define excellence not only by the people we attract, but by the meaningful contributions they make.
With more than 19,400 students and 2,500 faculty and staff, UNCG is the largest state university in the Piedmont Triad and has an annual economic impact of more than $1 billion. The campus has grown to include 30 residence halls and 30 academic buildings on 210 acres.
UNCG takes pride in being a learner-centered public research university. The College of Arts & Sciences and seven professional schools offer 79 undergraduate majors, 65 master's programs and 30 doctoral programs.
The university holds two classifications from the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching, as a “research university with high research activity” and for “community engagement” in curriculum, outreach and partnerships. More than $35 million in grants and contracts for research and creative activity are awarded to faculty members annually. Among the most prominent of UNCG's research initiatives are the Gateway University Research Park and the Joint School of Nanoscience and Nanoengineering. Both are partnerships with North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University.
Globalization of the curriculum has expanded opportunities for international education, through new programs such as the UNC Exchange Program and the Lloyd International Honors College. In addition, innovative signature programs such as Building Entrepreneurial Learning for Life (BELL), Communication Across the Curriculum, Undergraduate Research and Freshman Seminars enhance the student experience.
As a cultural leader, UNCG offers concerts, lectures, dance and theater performances, exhibitions at the internationally known Weatherspoon Art Museum and readings by nationally known authors. In athletics, Spartan teams compete in nine women's and nine men's sports in Division I of the National Collegiate Athletic Association. With ethnic minority students making up 26 percent of the student body, UNCG is the most diverse of the UNC system's historically white campuses.
Although much has changed, some things remain the same. The university motto — “Service” — continues to be a guiding principle put into practice through all aspects of university life.
UNCG Schools and College of Arts & Sciences
The University's Academic Affairs Division consists of seven academic schools, the College of Arts & Sciences, the Graduate School and the Lloyd International Honors College. The names below are the ones currently in use. In some cases, the names have changed since the academic units were founded. The schools and their dates of establishment are: Graduate School 1921-22;College of Arts & Sciences 1969, Lloyd International Honors College 2005, Joint School of Nanoscience & Nanoengineering 2007, Joseph M. Bryan School of Business & Economics 1969, School of Education 1921, School of Health and Human Sciences 2011, School of Music, Theatre and Dance 2010, and School of Nursing 1966.
Achievements & Accolades
UNCG is garnering national attention and awards for its challenging academic programs, supportive environment and engaged community. Take a look at some of our latest accomplishments and meaningful contributions on campus, in the community and around the globe. Curious about more accolades, achievements, our student body, faculty and staff excellence and other signs of our success? Find out more at UNCG Now: http://newsandfeatures.uncg.edu/.
Challenging Academic Programs
UNCG’s slate of online programs has earned a top 10 ranking for affordability from BestColleges.com.
Supportive Environment
Engaged Community
Careers at UNCG
UNCG is committed to the creation of an inclusive, collaborative and responsive university by attracting, retaining and developing a diverse community of talented individuals in support of the university's mission.
- Website
- https://spartantalent.uncg.edu/
- Telephone
- 336-334-5009
- Location
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723 Kenilworth Street
Greensboro
NC
27402
US
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