"Regional Dean - SON Dallas"

Extended Job Title

Regional Dean - SON Dallas

Position Description

This position is open to TTUHSC SON faculty only!
Acts as the representative of the Dean in all matters affecting the School at the Regional Campus. Directly responsible at the Regional Campus for those functions usually performed by the Dean’s Office in Lubbock which include but are not limited to: Student Affairs, Faculty Affairs, Curricular coordination and facilitation, participation in community relations, acting as liaison between School and various local, state and national agencies. Manages Regional Chairs who supervise employees in the Regional Campus Department. Is responsible for the overall direction, coordination, and evaluation of this unit. Also directly supervises 1-2 non-supervisory employees. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

Requisition ID

43217BR

Travel Required

Up to 25%

Pay Grade Maximum

salary commensurate with related education, experience and/or skills

Major/Essential Functions

Campus Operations

• Collaborates with the Dean and leadership team to implement and evaluate the strategic plan as it relates to the regional site and School of Nursing.
• Collaborates with the leadership team for the design of a School of Nursing student recruitment plan.
• Oversees recruitment of students for the School of Nursing departments within the Region.
• Participates with the Dean and leadership team regarding the hiring and appointment of faculty candidates.
• Coordinates with the School of Nursing Department Chairs for faculty recruitment and orientation of faculty on the Regional Campus.
• Participates in annual evaluation of regional campus faculty as appropriate.
• Develops and maintains operational and budgetary resources for the Regional Campus.
• Provides mentorship to faculty and staff.
• Collaborates with the School of Nursing leadership team to implement professional development activities for self and faculty such as continuing education offerings, workshops, professional meetings, etc.
• Collaborates with campus assigned faculty/staff to meet the day-to-day operational needs of the academic program delivery on the regional campus, consulting with the respective Department Chair, Associate Dean, or Supervisor, as appropriate.
• Collaborates with School of Nursing Department Chairs to facilitate cross-coverage across programs locally for exams, ADA testing, and leave (illness, vacation).
• Promotes direct communication between Program Directors and regional faculty for programmatic concerns to streamline communication and promote cohesive leadership environment.
• Participates in program, school and university committees and in other activities associated with professional status.
• Collaborates with regional deans across disciplines to foster relationships and partnership across all programs.
• Serves as regional campus emergency contact and participates with regional campus leadership regarding emergency/weather related events and campus closures.
• Collaborates with School of Nursing leadership team to resolve complaints or issues on the regional campus.

Community Relations

• Seeks partnerships and professional services with health systems, community agencies and other organizations for education, patient care and research within the assigned region that fulfill the School of Nursing’s strategic plan.
• In collaboration with the School of Nursing Department Chairs, leads efforts to build, strengthen, and maintain relationships with clinical partners to increase placements and expand clinical opportunities in the Region.
• Represents local campus to external committees, organizations, agencies, the community, and alumni in the region.
• Serves as a knowledgeable resource person to colleagues, students and community.

Development

• Engages actively with local development officer in initiatives related to the development of scholarships and funding for the region and organization.

Ancillary

• Maintains membership in and participates in activities of professional associations.
• Carries an appropriate faculty teaching load reduced to accommodate administrative responsibilities.
• Displays a scholarly orientation to the assumption of the responsibilities of a University faculty member.
• Utilizes teaching-learning principles appropriately.
• Provides leadership to colleagues in teaching, community service, and research.
• Shares professional expertise at the regional, state, national, and international level.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Grant Funded?

No

Pay Grade Minimum

salary commensurate with related education, experience and/or skills

Pay Basis

Monthly

Work Location

Dallas / Ft. Worth

Preferred Qualifications

• Current TTUHSC School of Nursing full-time employee.
• Master of Science in Nursing from an accredited university.
• Resides in the community in which the position is sought.
• Holds an unencumbered license to practice in the State of Texas.
• Demonstrates prior experience in a nationally accredited baccalaureate and/or higher degree program in nursing.
• Experience in hospital nurse leadership roles (e.g., Chief Nursing Officer, Director of Nursing, Clincal Nurse Leader).

Department

SON Lbk Genl

Job Type

Full Time

Pay Statement

Compensation is commensurate upon the qualifications of the individual selected and budgetary guidelines of the hiring department, as well as the institutional pay plan. For additional information, please reference the institutional pay plan website at https://app4.ttuhsc.edu/payplan.

Shift

Day

EEO Statement

All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to sex, race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.

Required Qualifications

Doctoral degree (M.D. Ph.D.) and 10 years related experience and/or training.

Does this position work in a research laboratory?

No