Associate Dean – Nursing

Basic Function and Scope of Responsibilities:

The Associate Dean reports directly to the Dean of the Nursing Department and is responsible for the overall development and operation of the educational programs in the Nursing Department, personnel management, faculty recruitment, and day-to-day affairs of the Nursing Department. The Associate Dean coordinates activities with the Dean to achieve the education and community service missions of the School, as well as overseeing and evaluating the Nursing Department academic programs.

Principal Responsibilities:

• Provides academic leadership and oversight for undergraduate and graduate nursing programs.
• Oversees the day-to-day operations of the School
• Plans with the faculty and appropriate committees for student admission, progression, retention and advisement activities related to the undergraduate and graduate programs.
• Assists the Dean in the recruitment and selection of nursing faculty and staff
• Advises and counsels students; mediates problems between students and faculty.
• Takes over responsibilities of the School in Dean’s absence
• Special projects as defined by the Dean

Education Requirements:

• Earned doctorate in nursing or doctorate in related field plus a master's degree in nursing
• Five to eight years related professional experience; demonstrated leadership qualities, administrative and teaching experience

Training, Skills, Knowledge, Experience:

• Prior teaching and administrative experience in a baccalaureate or higher degree program
• Credentials at the rank of least Assistant Professor
• Expertise in writing grant proposals and/or conducting research;
• Excellent skills in leadership, supervision, written and oral communication skills.
• Registered Nurse licensed in New York State

Working Conditions:

Health Sciences Building

Materials & Equipment:

Operate a computer, copy and fax machine, scanner & any other office equipment

LIU is an equal opportunity employer. LIU is committed to extending equal opportunity in employment to all qualified candidates who can contribute to the diversity and excellence of our academic community. LIU encourages applications from all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender and/or gender identity or expression, marital or parental status, national origin, ethnicity, citizenship status, veteran or military status, age, disability or any other basis protected by applicable local, state or federal laws. Hiring is contingent on eligibility to work in the United States.