President, Mercy College of Ohio

Everyone who works with Mercy Health is united under one purpose: to help our patients be well in mind, body and spirit. This drive, along with our history of faith, is a powerful combination. It gives us a shared calling to work toward every day. Join our exceptional team and help us continue to provide the highest quality of health care possible to our communities.

• In order to be considered for this opportunity, please submit a CV and a cover letter.*
  
  
  

The President, Mercy College is responsible for leading, overseeing, and supervising all areas of the institution’s operations. The President establishes and executes strategic direction in an effective and efficient manner that supports all institutional stakeholders (students, faculty/staff, community, and board members) in alignment with Bon Secours Mercy Health (BSMH) and Mercy College’s Mission, Vision, and Values

Essential Job Functions

• In partnership with St. Vincent Medical Center, BSMH, and College leadership, articulates a strategic vision and long-term goals that align the College mission and values, Catholic identity, BSMH core values, and workforce strategies.
• Assesses the healthcare workforce landscape and emerging trends to ensure the institution meets workforce needs in collaboration with St. Vincent Medical Center and BSMH leadership.
• Enhances academic programs through continuing curriculum review/assessment, recognizing existing strengths, and furthering the development of learning communities.
• Implements structures to support efficient operations and ensures the development, implementation, and evaluation of policies are consistent with the mission, core values, and purposes of the institution, St. Vincent Medical Center, and BSMH.
• Exhibits strong leadership and managerial skills in overseeing a diverse team of senior leaders.
• Fosters a cohesive and high-performing team through guidance, coaching, and support.
• Acts as the voice of the institution both internally and externally and serves as a liaison with the communities served through participation and response to community needs relevant to nursing and health sciences education.
• Promotes partnerships and identifies synergies with constituents in other BSMH educational institutions as well as external educational, professional, and business communities.
• Oversees internal partnerships and the effective use of clinical and structural resources.
• Maintains effective communications with the Board of Trustees, faculty, students, and other College personnel.
• Advises the Board of Trustees in matters concerning institutional purpose, values, programs, management, and finance.
• Possesses strong fundraising skills to secure external endowments and funding to support the College’s mission and financial goals.
• In collaboration with the Foundation, cultivates relationships with donors, alumni, community members, and key stakeholders.
• Provides leadership and guidance on planning, budgeting, financial management and institutional and program accreditation requirements.
• Develops and implements effective financial strategies to support College needs.
• Utilizes data driven decision making to inform resource allocation, policy development, areas for improvement and evidence-based solutions.
• Leads and supports the integration of information technology into the operations of the College.
• Remains current with the changing trends in education, professional practice, legal affairs, and health care.
• Facilitates communication and engages stakeholders to ensure successful organizational change.
  
  
  

This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as required by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.

Position Requirements

• Required Minimum Education: Post Graduate Degree
• Minimum Years and Type of Experience: 5 years experience in higher education progressive leadership roles, preferably in nursing and health sciences-based settings. 10 years in a multi-site higher education campus environment preferred
  
  
  

Desired Skillset

• Thorough knowledge of the rules and regulations of state authorizing bodies and accrediting institutions.
• Ability to lead and administer the activities of the College, build strong relationships and programs to support workforce pipeline and strategy.
• Significant academic and administrative experience in higher education in addition to facilitating communication and engaging stakeholders to ensure successful organizational change.
• Ability to work effectively to uphold, support, articulate, and extend the mission of the College, St. Vincent Medical Center and Bon Secours Mercy Health.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and strong emotional intelligence with the ability to communicate clearly with all campus, system, and community constituencies.
• Self-confidence by example, strong leadership and managerial skills with a collaborative style, proven ability to delegate, establish accountability, and take responsibility for the work of the College.
• Personal qualities of character and high ethical, moral and professional values.
• Collaborative relationships with faculty, staff, students, and alumni and understanding of changing student and higher education demographics.
  
  
  

As a Mercy College of Ohio associate, you're part of a Mission that matters. We support your well-being—personally and professionally. Our benefits are built to grow with you and meet your unique needs, every step of the way.

What We Offer

• Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)
• Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HSA/FSA options, life insurance, mental health resources and discounts
• Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability, backup care for children and elders
• Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support
  
  
  

Benefits may vary based on the market and employment status.

All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you'd like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health – Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours – Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employers, please email recruitment@mercy.com. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at recruitment@mercy.com