Associate Dean of Entry to Baccalaureate Nursing Practice Division

Position Details Position Information Recruitment/Posting TitleAssociate Dean of Entry to Baccalaureate Nursing Practice DivisionDepartmentEntry Baccalaureate Nursing PrSalary DetailsA range of $140,000 - $190,000Offer InformationThe final salary offer may be determined by several factors, including, but not limited to, the candidate’s qualifications, experience, and expertise, and availability of department or grant funds to support the position. We also take into consideration market benchmarks, if and when appropriate, and internal equity to ensure fair compensation relative to the university’s broader compensation structure. We are committed to offering competitive and flexible compensation packages to attract and retain top talent.BenefitsRutgers provides a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. The specific benefits vary based on the position and may include:Medical, prescription drug, and dental coveragePaid vacation, holidays, and various leave programsCompetitive retirement benefits, including defined contribution plans and voluntary tax-deferred savings optionsEmployee and dependent educational benefits (when applicable)Life insurance coverageEmployee discount programsPosting SummaryThe Associate Dean of the Entry to Baccalaureate Nursing Practice Division provides strategic, academic, and operational leadership for all pre-licensure nursing programs and post-baccalaureate certificate programs. This role ensures program quality, regulatory compliance, faculty excellence, and student success across all campuses. The Associate Dean collaborates closely with the Assistant Deans, Program Directors, DSCL leadership, and Executive Leadership to maintain a cohesive, high‑performing academic environment.Academic Leadership:Prepares reports and organizes accreditation and regulatory visits for the Entry to Practice DivisionEnsures program goals and objectives align with School of Nursing standards and national expectations.Evaluates student, course, and program outcomes and uses data to guide curriculum and faculty development.Facilitates development of comprehensive, coherent curricula that meet national standards.Oversees student schedules and establishes course and faculty assignments in collaboration with the Assistant Deans.Coordinates and monitors consistent delivery of high quality courses across sites and tracks.Evaluates faculty and staff performance and makes recommendations for appointment, reappointment, promotion, merit, tenure, and dismissal.Fulfills the role of a faculty member in teaching, scholarship, and service.Provides recommendations on grade grievances and appeals.Maintains professional demeanor and communications.Recruitment and Retention:Participates in developing, evaluating and monitor criteria for admission, progression, and retention for students in the Entry to Baccalaureate Nursing Practice Division.Interfaces with key personnel and organizations in advancing the Entry to Practice Division.Represents the programs to the public and communicates newsworthy faculty and/ Divisional activities to the Director of Marketing and Communication.Works with Program Directors to identify student recruitment, retention, and advising strategies for programs.Tracks retention data and identifies factors influencing student persistence.Oversees the coordination and recruitment of new full‑time and part‑time faculty within the Entry‑to‑Practice Division, ensuring hiring aligns with program needs, accreditation standards, and strategic priorities.Provides divisional leadership and quality expectations for preceptors and per‑diem (Lecturer) faculty; operational recruitment, retention, and day‑to‑day quality control are managed by the Division of Simulation and Clinical Learning (DSCL).Administrative Leadership:Monitors certification pass rates and collaborates with Program Directors on remediation plans.Collaborate with Executive Leadership to manage financial and human resources for the Entry to Baccalaureate Division.Collaborates with the Chief Financial Officer to prepare annual budget requests for the Entry to Practice Division programs and operates within the approved budget.Submits reports as required and as requested.Works with faculty, School of Nursing Administration and staff to implement strategic plans and assure ongoing quality improvement and integrity of the Entry to Practice Division.Facilitates faculty and student communication and participation regarding School of Nursing activities.Chairs Entry to Baccalaureate Nursing Practice Division meetings.Serves as ex-officio member on the Division Committee, and key committees.Participates in meetings of the Dean’s Leadership CouncilAdheres to the policies and procedures of the School of Nursing, University, academic partners, and clinical institutions as appropriate.Understands and adheres to Rutgers University compliance standards as they appear in the Corporate Compliance Policy, Code of Conduct and Conflict of Interest Policy.Performs additional responsibilities as needed to support the mission of the School of Nursing.Position StatusFull TimePosting Number26FA0587Posting Open DatePosting Close Date Qualifications Minimum Education and Experience • Doctorate in Nursing• Terminal doctoral degree (DNP or PhD Preferred)• Minimum 3 years’ experience teaching in nursing• Active nursing professional experience to practice in the State of New Jersey.• Prior academic administration and leadership experience.Certifications/LicensesCurrent Licensure or eligibility for RN licensure in New JerseyRequired Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities• Adaptable, team player who has a strong collaborative style.• Creative thinker with high energy and enthusiasm.• Strong interpersonal and team skills.• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.Preferred QualificationsEquipment UtilizedPhysical Demands and Work EnvironmentOverviewRutgers Health Overview:New Jersey’s premier academic health center, Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS) takes an integrated approach to educating students, providing clinical care, and conducting research, all with the goal of improving human health. Aligned with Rutgers University–New Brunswick and collaborating university wide, RBHS includes eight schools, a behavioral health network, and five centers and institutes that focus on cancer treatment and research, neuroscience, advanced biotechnology and medicine, environmental and occupational health, and health care policy and aging research.Our elite and renowned faculty are teachers, health researchers and providers, and scientists with unparalleled experience who advance medical innovation and provide patient care informed by the latest research findings. We offer an outstanding education and training in medicine, dentistry, pharmacy, public health, nursing, biomedical research, and the full spectrum of allied health careers. An important mission of RBHS is to promote the careers of faculty, staff, and learners.Through this community of healers, scientists, and scholars, Rutgers is equipped as never before to transform lives.School Overview:The School of Nursing is one of eight schools that make up the Rutgers University, Rutgers Health. . As part of the Rutgers Health division, the School of Nursing offers unique opportunities in education, research, and practice at a leading national research university which is the state’s preeminent, comprehensive public institution of higher education.Innovative academic offerings include bachelor’s (BSN), master’s, post-master’s, Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) , and PhD programs that are preparing nurse leaders of today and tomorrow at campus locations in Newark, New Brunswick, and Blackwood, NJ. Our BSN, master’s and DNP programs are ranked by US News and World Report as being among the highly rated programs in the nation.As one of the nation’s largest, most comprehensive nursing schools, the Rutgers School of Nursing is dedicated to the pursuit of excellence in education, evidence-based research and health care delivery, and promotion of community health. The school is dedicated to meeting the educational needs of current and future students through innovative teaching and learning strategies in the undergraduate and graduate programs. Moreover, the school has distance education offerings that include online hybrid options. Students have the opportunity to enroll in a variety of baccalaureate and graduate programs.Rutgers University School of Nursing is ranked among the nation’s top 15 in 2022-2024 US News and World Report, as No. 14 in Best Nursing Schools: Master’s and No. 6 in Best Nursing Schools: Doctor of Nursing Practice.** To address the current and projected critical shortage of nurse faculty in the State of New Jersey by providing an incentive for persons to enter graduate nursing education programs by offering student loan redemption in exchange for full-time faculty employment at a school of nursing in the State of New Jersey for a five-year period following completion of the approved graduate degree program.StatementIt is university policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all its employees and applicants for employment regardless of their race, creed, color, national origin, age, ancestry, nationality, marital or domestic partnership or civil union status, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, disability status, liability for military service, protected veteran status, affectional or sexual orientation, atypical cellular or blood trait, genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing), or any other category protected by law. 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Percentage of effortFor more information go to Link to PostingCampusRutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS)Home Location CampusNewark (RBHS)CityNewarkStateNJLocation Details Pre-employment Screenings All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment screenings. Immunization Requirements Under Policy 100.3.1 Immunization Policy for Covered Individuals, if employment will commence during Flu Season, Rutgers University may require certain prospective employees to provide proof that they are vaccinated against Seasonal Influenza for the current Flu Season, unless the University has granted the individual a medical or religious exemption. Additional infection control and safety policies may apply. Prospective employees should speak with their hiring manager to determine which policies apply to the role or position for which they are applying. Failure to provide proof of vaccination for any required vaccines or obtain a medical or religious exemption from the University will result in rescission of a candidate’s offer of employment or disciplinary action up to and including termination. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement It is university policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all its employees and applicants for employment regardless of their race, creed, color, national origin, age, ancestry, nationality, marital or domestic partnership or civil union status, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, disability status, liability for military service, protected veteran status, affectional or sexual orientation, atypical cellular or blood trait, genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing), or any other category protected by law. As an institution, we encourage all qualified applicants to apply. 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