"School of Nursing Dean"

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School of Nursing Dean

Ivy Tech Community College, in partnership with the national search firm Scott Healy & Associates, invites applications and nominations for the position of School of Nursing Dean for the Anderson Campus in Anderson, Indiana. Ivy Tech Community College seeks

The Dean of the School of Nursing serves as principal academic and administrative leader of the School of Nursing working to achieve the College’s mission and strategic plan initiatives. The Dean has the responsibility for planning, budgeting, scheduling, staffing, curriculum, instruction, program and instructional quality, student academic success and other academic matters. This position actively represents and promotes the School and the College to students, healthcare business and industry, parents, professional organizations, secondary and post-secondary articulation partners, and other relevant constituencies. The Dean may deliver assigned classes in accordance with College loading policy and course objectives as needed. Proactively identifies opportunities and challenges for the School particularly in the context of linkages to healthcare sectors, current and future workforce needs and instructional resources, the College’s Strategic Plan, and the College’s Development Office.

Responsibilities:

Leadership

1. Work with the Vice Chancellor of Academic Affairs and Associate Vice President for Nursing Education to support the College’s mission, strategic planning and College development initiatives.
2. Recommend instructional and general policies, conduct meetings to facilitate planning and collegial decision-making and to keep faculty and staff informed about issues and projects for the overall College instructional program.
3. Maintain current knowledge of trends and innovations in post-secondary education.
4. Participate in scholarly activities related to the discipline/focus.
5. Provide leadership for program improvement, development, and review and recommend changes to maintain relevance of academic programs and to meet student, healthcare business and industry, workforce and community needs.
6. Promote excellence in learning centered teaching and promote faculty engagement in scholarly activities.
7. Link the College’s Strategic Plan with School strategies, objectives and initiatives.
8. Ensure School’s compliance with applicable policies, accreditation standards and legal requirements.

Instruction

1. Deliver assigned classes in accordance with College loading policy and course objectives.
2. Develop and maintain course outlines, syllabi, lesson plans, assignments, tests, and other course materials.
3. Maintain student records, attendance, grades, and other documentation as required.
4. Maintain a safe, quality classroom/lab, including equipment, supplies, inventory and maintenance.

Curriculum and Program Development

1. Coordinate with Student Affairs and Marketing and Communications activities for student recruitment, advising, registration, retention, graduation and other promotional activities.
2. Develop secondary and post-secondary linkages, including the facilitation of high school-based dual credit initiatives.
3. Facilitate the development of course schedules conducive to student enrollment.
4. Participate in career services and alumni activities.

Resource Management

1. Develop and manage the School budget consistent with college policy and sound financial management principles.
2. Facilitate data-driven analysis of information regarding curriculum related matters.
3. Facilitate program review process in a timely manner.
4. Identify and prioritize School needs, secure available funding, and strategically allocate and re-allocate resources.
5. Confer with faculty regarding ideas for program improvement to find resources for development through grants, College development initiatives and special projects.
6. Work with Regional Development Office to identify specific fundraising opportunities that support the priorities and needs of the School.

Staffing

1. Interview and participate in selecting employees; orient, train, supervise, develop, evaluate, mentor, counsel, discipline and terminate personnel according to established policies and procedures.
2. Facilitate assignment of faculty to classes, monitor schedules and workload for accuracy throughout the semester.

Advising and Student Success

1. Work with faculty and staff to assess students and continuously monitor their progress for success.
2. Ensure compliance with College policy to resolve student issues and assist faculty and staff to refer issues (student behavior, grade changes, etc.) to appropriate departments.
3. Provide student advising support as applicable.

Institutional and Professional Service

1. Participate in School, campus and college-wide committees.
2. Serve discipline by providing leadership and participation in appropriate professional organizations.

Community Relations/Outreach

1. Communicate with leaders in the private and public sectors and in educational agencies to determine needs for new courses and programs and establish advisory committees as appropriate.
2. Directly work with the Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs and Associate Vice President for Nursing Education for promotion of the School and College development initiatives.
3. Facilitate academic partnerships between the School and four-year transfer institutions; assure maximum course articulation for students.
4. Participate and provide professional expertise to aid or lead organizations that create linkages between the college and the community.

The above list of duties is not to be construed as an exhaustive list. Other duties logically associated with the position may be assigned.

Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in nursing required (doctorate preferred) from a regionally accredited institution.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience as a Registered Nurse to teach in clinical setting.
• Demonstrated experience in nursing education and administration.
• Current, unencumbered Indiana Registered nurse license (or eligibility).

About Ivy Tech Community College:

Ivy Tech Community College was founded in 1963 as Indiana Vocational Technical College. Back then, the College focused primarily on technical and vocational education. In the more than 50 years since, Ivy Tech has gone through enormous changes. Today, the College is Indiana’s only full-fledged community college, and the #1 largest singly-accredited community college in the country.

Ivy Tech is proud to offer 70+ academic programs in the following schools (and 100+ transfer programs with in-state and out-of-state schools): School of Business, Logistics, & Supply Chain; School of Public Affairs & Social Services; School of Information Technology; School of Arts, Sciences & Education; School of Health Sciences; School of Nursing; School of Advanced Manufacturing, Engineering & Applied Science.

The College offers hands-on experience with some of the state’s most advanced technologies and training facilities, plus the convenience of more than 500 online classes, and the attention that comes with small, average class sizes. Ivy Tech has 19 campuses with 45 locations. The College has grown to become the largest, public postsecondary institution in Indiana and the largest, singly accredited statewide community college system in the country.

Ivy Tech shapes their curriculum to align with the needs of Indiana’s economy. The College’s affordable tuition rates (annual full-time tuition just over $5,100) keep higher education accessible for those communities’ residents, a consideration that results in 91% of our graduates staying in Indiana. All those elements combine to make Ivy Tech a true engine of Indiana’s workforce, training Hoosiers for the careers that will grow our future economy.

About the School of Nursing:

The School of Nursing at Ivy Tech combines hands-on training with academic excellence, preparing graduates to meet the growing demand for skilled healthcare professionals. Students learn to care for real patients in a variety of clinical settings, including hospitals, long-term care facilities, labor and delivery units, pediatric units, emergency departments, ICUs, surgery, mental health facilities, and through lab simulations. Ivy Tech offers an Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) and a Technical Certificate (TC), graduating the highest number of associate-level nurses in the nation.

About the Community:

Anderson, Indiana, blends small-town charm with economic opportunity and a vibrant cultural scene. Known historically for its automotive roots and thriving manufacturing base, Anderson today also boasts a growing healthcare sector and access to major employers throughout the region. Residents and visitors alike enjoy attractions such as the Harrah’s Hoosier Park Racing & Casino, Mounds State Park with its scenic trails and ancient earthworks, and a lively arts district featuring galleries, theaters, and local music. The cost of living remains notably affordable, making it an appealing choice for those seeking quality amenities and economic stability.

About an hour away, Indianapolis, the largest city in Indiana, is a thriving city with burgeoning healthcare and technology sectors. It also serves as the state capital. The city is home to three Fortune 500 companies, two major league sports clubs, four university campuses, and numerous museums, including the world’s largest children’s museum and the Indianapolis Museum of Art. Indianapolis boasts more than 200 public parks covering over 11,000 acres of green space. Eagle Creek Park is the largest of these parks and ranks among the largest municipal parks in the country, covering 4,766 acres.

Application and Nomination Process:

All correspondence relating to the position of School of Nursing Dean at Ivy Tech Community College’s Anderson Campus should be directed in confidence to the College’s executive search consultant:

Adam Barrett, Associate Vice President
adam@scotthealy.com
Scott Healy & Associates

A complete application should include the following:

1. Cover Letter outlining your interest and qualifications for the position;
2. Updated CV;
3. Contact information for three (3) professional references with title, institutional affiliation, email address and direct phone numbers. (No references will be contacted without written permission from the candidate.)

Applications received by November 5, 2025 will receive priority consideration. The search will remain open until the position is filled.

Ivy Tech Community College is an accredited, equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, marital status, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age or veteran status. As required by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Ivy Tech Community College does not discriminate on the basis of sex, including sexual harassment in its educational programs and activities, including employment and admissions. Questions specific to Title IX may be referred to the College’s Title IX Coordinator or to the US Department of Education Office of Civil Rights.