Associate Director of the School of Nursing

POSITION DETAILS


Employment based visa sponsorship will be considered for this position.

Position Number: 120960
Classification Title: Associate Professor
Working Title: Associate Director of the School of Nursing


Department: Nursing
FLSA Status: Exempt
Salary Range: Commensurate with experience and education
Pay Basis: Annually

POSITION OVERVIEW

JOB SUMMARY:


The School of Nursing at the University of West Florida (UWF), in Pensacola, Florida, invites applications for a 12-month, full-time position, as the Associate Director of the School of Nursing at the rank of Assistant/Associate Professor tenure-earning or Assistant/Associate Professor of Clinical Practice, non-tenure earning. The salary for this in-person position will be commensurate with experience. This position is located on the Pensacola campus.

The Associate Director of the School of Nursing provides operational and academic leadership in the areas of Academic Leadership, Faculty Development & Support, Strategic Planning & Administration, Accreditation and Compliance, and Student Affairs. This role supports the implementation of the School's strategic priorities by overseeing day-to-day academic operations, mentoring and supporting faculty, advancing quality improvement initiatives, ensuring adherence to accreditation and regulatory standards, and promoting student success. The Associate Director fosters a culture of excellence, accountability, and innovation while supporting the broader vision established by the Executive Director. This role will also have an assigned teaching load up to 50% or .50 FTE.
The baccalaureate degree program in nursing and master's degree program in nursing at UWF is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE).

Responsibility of the Associate Director

Academic Leadership
• Provide leadership in the planning, implementation, and evaluation of nursing programs (BSN, MSN).
• Ensure academic quality, rigor, and alignment with national accreditation and regulatory standards.
• Guide curriculum development, program review, and academic innovation.
• Monitor student learning outcomes and collaborate with the Executive Director to oversee assessment processes.

Faculty Development & Support
• Mentor faculty, including onboarding and professional development.
• Foster a collaborative and scholarly environment among faculty and staff.

Strategic Planning & Administration
• Collaborate with the Executive Director and leadership team to develop and implement strategic initiatives.
• Contribute to short- and long-term planning for program growth, resource allocation, and academic priorities.
• Assist with development and management of budgets, grants, and external funding opportunities.

Accreditation and Compliance
• Ensure compliance with accreditation standards (e.g., CCNE, NTF) and state board of nursing regulations.
• Oversee data collection, reporting, and self-studies for accreditation and regulatory reviews.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of changing standards and best practices in nursing education.

Student Affairs
• Support student success, including recruitment, retention, academic progression, and graduation.
• Promote a positive, inclusive, and team oriented learning environment.

Interprofessional and Community Engagement
• Promote interprofessional collaboration across health science disciplines.
• Support partnerships with clinical agencies, healthcare systems, and community organizations.
• Represent the School of Nursing in internal and external meetings and events.

Research and/or Scholarship
• Support and promote faculty and student research initiatives.
• Encourage scholarship in teaching, practice, and community engagement.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:


Earned doctoral degree in nursing from an accredited institution or a doctoral degree in health sciences, public health, healthcare education, or a closely related discipline and a masters or bachelors in nursing from an accredited institution,

Holds an unencumbered, active Registered Nurse license, and is eligible for licensure in FL (or multi-state license), or Advance Practiced Registered Nurse license in Florida,

Minimum of 3 years of teaching experience in nursing education in higher education,

Minimum of 2 years of leadership experience in nursing education or healthcare.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS:


Experience and knowledge of the CCNE standards, American Association of Colleges of Nursing (AACN) Essentials, and program outcomes.

Must be able to be appointed as one of the following: Assistant Professor (Tenure-earning), Associate Professor (Tenured), Assistant Professor of Clinical Practice, or Associate Professor of Clinical Practice.

• An Assistant Professor (Tenure-earning) will have demonstrated potential for producing creative work, research or grants, effective teaching, and professional service.

• An Associate Professor (Tenured) will have produced significant creative work, professional writing, or research, have participated in successful professional activities; and be a recognized authority or an outstanding teacher in the field of specialization. Will have been previously awarded tenure. Tenure is subject to approval with the University and the University Board of Trustees.

• An Assistant Professor of Clinical Practice will have at least 3 years of experience in nursing education in higher education, the potential to remain professionally active, and the ability to perform effective teaching.

• An Associate Professor of Clinical Practice will have at least 5 years of experience in nursing education in higher education, the potential to make a difference in the discipline or profession, and the ability to perform various methods of instruction effectively.


Special Requirements or Considerations of the Job:

• This position requires a criminal background screening.
• This position requires licensure, certification, or other qualifications described in the Special Instructions.
• This position requires fingerprinting.

Special Instructions to Applicants: Candidates must apply online through the University of West Florida website: Applicants are required to attach a cv, letter of interest and contact information for three references. References will be contacted upon submission of this application. An opportunity to upload these documents will be provided during the application process. For assistance, please contact Human Resources at View phone number on click.appcast.io or email View email address on click.appcast.io.

If one or more of your advanced degrees is awarded from an institution outside of the United States, UWF will require a credential evaluation and/or translation prior to onboarding. This credential evaluation should include original documents received directly from your institution so that the agency can evaluate and attest that your credential is equivalent to a similar degree earned at a US institution. If your credential is not in English, this evaluation should also include a translation to US English.

UWF does not endorse any particular approved agency; however, typically any current National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) member agency is acceptable. You are advised to check with the agency first to make sure your educational background can be evaluated as some agencies do not evaluate all international degrees.

When necessary, these credential evaluations will be requested as part of the Offer Letter with instructions on where and to whom these documents should be submitted.

Holds an unencumbered, active Registered Nurse license, and is eligible for licensure in Florida (or multi-state license), or Advance Practiced Registered Nurse license in Florida.

ADDITIONAL POSTING DETAILS


Number of Vacancies: 1
Work Hours: 9:00 am to 5:00 pm, varies based on business needs
FTE: 1.0
Preferred Response Date: 05/04/2026