Nursing Graduate Program Track Director

Job Details

TITLE: Nursing Graduate Program Track Director

DEPARTMENT: School of Nursing

REPORTS TO: Nursing Program Administrator

CLASSIFICATION: Staff-12 months

EFFECTIVE DATE: TBD

STANDARD WORK HOURS: 37.5 hours per week

EMPLOYMENT STATUS: Full-Time

EMPLOYMENT CLASSIFICATION: Exempt

JOB SUMMARY:

The Graduate Program Track Director provides innovative leadership in planning, implementing, and evaluating graduate nursing programs. This role supports the School of Nursing in delivering high-quality academic programs and advancing the use of health information technology and online learning to achieve national prominence.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

Administration:

• Provide leadership in the development and ongoing improvement of post-licensure and graduate nursing programs.
• Develop and implement systems for recruitment, advisement, orientation, and matriculation of graduate students.
• Collaborate with the Chairperson to plan and manage teaching workload responsibilities.
• Provide regular consultation to the Chairperson regarding program strengths, weaknesses, enrollment, and student/faculty concerns.
• Recruit, interview, and recommend faculty and staff candidates.
• Evaluate faculty and support staff performance.
• Coordinate visits for prospective students and faculty applicants.
• Participate in admissions decisions and finalize incoming classes in collaboration with faculty and leadership.
• Manage graduate student leave requests, petitions, and grievances in accordance with policy.
• Lead curriculum development, revision, and innovation.
• Oversee comprehensive exams and capstone experiences.
• Ensure accuracy of program materials and communications.
• Recommend candidates for graduation.
• Propose new graduate programs and certificates.
• Coordinate outreach and graduate education initiatives.
• Prepare grant proposals to support program development.
• Ensure collection and analysis of program evaluation and assessment data.
• Maintain systematic evaluation plans supporting student and program outcomes.
• Participate in School of Nursing operations, planning, and fiscal management.
• Prepare reports and maintain program records.
• Serve as a mentor and role model to faculty.
• Assume leadership responsibilities in the Chairperson’s absence as needed.

Faculty Responsibilities: Teaching:

Participate in teaching consistent with the mission of the School of Nursing & Health Sciences.

Research/Scholarship:

Engage in research and scholarly activities. Foster a climate of scholarship and academic inquiry.

Service:

Serve as a resource to faculty and students. Participate in professional, college, and university service activities.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:

Ability to lead, direct, and collaborate effectively with faculty, students, and stakeholders. Strong organizational and time management skills. Excellent interpersonal and conflict resolution skills. Demonstrated expertise in graduate-level teaching and curriculum development. Effective cross-cultural communication and multicultural competence.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY:

This position does not have supervisor responsibility

OTHER DUTIES:

Performs other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) with eligibility for academic appointment at the rank of associate professor or professor and a minimum of three (3) years of experience teaching in a graduate nursing program. Experience in academic administration, accreditation, and fiscal and personnel management required.

Licensing and Certifications:

Eligible for licensure as a Registered Nurse and APRN in Kentucky. National certification in area of advanced specialization.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Ability to sit for extended periods and perform work at a workstation. Occasional lifting of up to 20 pounds. Normal mobility and physical endurance for routine academic and administrative activities.