Associate Dean of Compliance and Post-Licensure

Job Description

Job Description

Description:

School of Nursing | Remote / Hybrid

Join Us in Transforming Healthcare Education

At Joyce University, your work is more than a job—it’s a commitment to shaping the future of healthcare. Every day, we show up for our students with purpose, rigor, and heart, because we believe every student can, should, and will succeed.

We’re looking for an experienced, mission-driven leader to join us as our Associate Dean of Compliance and Post-Licensure —a role that blends academic leadership with regulatory expertise to ensure our nursing programs meet the highest standards of excellence, integrity, and impact.

If you’re passionate about quality, accountability, and developing the next generation of nurses, this is your opportunity to lead with purpose.

What You’ll Do

In this role, you’ll serve as a strategic partner and trusted leader, guiding compliance, accreditation, and continuous improvement efforts across our nursing programs.

Lead with Integrity and Excellence

• Monitor and interpret regulatory requirements at the federal, state, and local levels
• Recommend and implement policy updates to ensure ongoing compliance
• Promote a culture of ethics, accountability, and professional standards

Drive Accreditation and Quality

• Co-lead accreditation processes (CCNE, ACEN, state boards) alongside the Dean of Nursing
• Prepare self-studies, reports, and documentation for program reviews
• Develop action plans that strengthen outcomes and sustain accreditation

Strengthen Curriculum and Outcomes

• Ensure curriculum remains current, evidence-based, and aligned with licensure standards
• Partner with faculty to align outcomes with national and state expectations
• Use student performance data to continuously enhance program delivery

Support Students and Faculty

• Guide compliance processes related to licensure, background checks, and clinical readiness
• Ensure faculty meet credentialing and licensure requirements
• Serve as a mentor and resource for navigating accreditation and compliance

Build Meaningful Partnerships

• Collaborate with clinical partners to secure high-quality placements
• Ensure simulation and lab experiences meet regulatory and educational standards

Lead with Data and Insight

• Oversee continuous quality improvement initiatives
• Track key metrics like retention, graduation, and NCLEX outcomes
• Translate data into actionable improvements that elevate student success

Why You’ll Love It Here

We know that when our people feel supported, they do their best work—and that directly impacts our students.

That’s why we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your well-being, growth, and balance:

• Generous self-directed PTO policy
• Paid holidays
• 401(k) with employer match
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Fully paid short-term disability
• Long-term disability coverage
• Dedicated professional development opportunities
• World-class continuing education assistance

What You Bring

You’re a collaborative leader who combines analytical rigor with a genuine commitment to people and purpose.

Required:

• Master’s degree in Nursing (Doctorate preferred)
• 5–7 years of progressive leadership experience in nursing education

Preferred:

• Active, unencumbered RN license (Utah or Compact)

You also have:

• Deep knowledge of accreditation and regulatory standards (CCNE, ACEN, state boards)
• Experience leading accreditation reviews and quality improvement initiatives
• Strong communication, problem-solving, and leadership skills
• A passion for building partnerships and supporting student success

How You Lead

At Joyce, how you lead matters just as much as what you achieve. You will:

• Put students first —keeping their success at the center of every decision
• Lead with empathy and connection —building trust across teams
• Foster curiosity and growth —encouraging innovation and lifelong learning
• Communicate with clarity and purpose —adapting your style to meet people where they are
• Take ownership —holding yourself to high standards of excellence and accountability
• Collaborate deeply —because we win by supporting each other

What to Expect

• Schedule: Full-time, 40+ hours/week
• Travel: Up to 25%
• Classification: Exempt, Salary

Ready to Make an Impact?

Here, your expertise shapes the future of healthcare. Your leadership strengthens the path for every student who walks through our doors.

If you’re ready to bring your experience, your voice, and your purpose to a team that truly values all three—we’d love to meet you.