Associate Dean of Nursing (Full-time)

Description

Milwaukee Area Technical College (MATC) is Wisconsin's largest and most diverse technical college, offering 170+ high-quality programs that connect students to a career in as little as one to two years. The college also offers a less expensive path to a four-year degree. MATC is transforming lives, industry and our community by preparing students today for the careers of tomorrow. Together, we are meeting the needs of the community we share and are focused on students with the greatest needs. We are seeking passionate individuals to join our team who shares the same passion in serving this purpose. Learn more about MATC at

Under the direction of the Dean of the Healthcare Pathway, the Associate Dean of Nursing assists the Dean in support of the assigned pathway/academic unit to achieve high standards of excellence and continuous improvement in instruction and services with measurable outcomes for faculty, staff and students. The primary role of the associate dean is in support of the dean emphasizing the importance and establishment of assessment, curriculum, faculty evaluations, quality of instruction, program review, and appropriate academic operations and fiscal oversight.

The Associate Dean of Nursing networks and builds relationships with external and internal stakeholders to ensure excellence in faculty development and instructional delivery; coordinates curriculum alignment among disciplines by managing resources and time allocation; provides daily engagement, guidance and direction to part-time faculty, serves as a change agent for access, engagement and innovation, while applying data-informed decision-making and continuous quality improvement to achieve goals.
Characteristic Duties and Responsibilities

Stakeholder Relationship Management: Manages relationships with key stakeholders including but not limited to academic and student support offices, pathway staff members, students, industry partners and faculty. Collaborates with teams in various functions and design strategies to improve communication and collaboration across teams. Networks and continuously improves external and internal relationships to aid in faculty development. improvement of instructional delivery, and for program growth. Identifies opportunities for innovation, growth and expansion.

Curriculum and Instruction: Under direction of the dean, shall be responsible for the oversight of the development and ongoing review of curriculum through a pathway curriculum committee and the assurance of coordination with other impacted programs across the college (through the AIC committed on instruction). Will also support the dean for required annual program reviews and program vitality process.

Strategic Decision Making: Collaborates with the Dean and district wide administration on aligning programs and curriculum to labor market needs and maximize opportunities for student success. Serves as a participant and leader in the Dean's management team. Provide leadership in program and curriculum management.

Enrollment and Class Schedule Oversight: Faculty load and assignment is the primary responsibility of the Associate Dean (with final approval by the dean). Coordinates with the Scheduling Offices and Lead Faculty to approve the schedule of classes and assigns staffing as needed for classes. Maintains master course and curriculum files for the assigned academic program. Ensures quality, uniformity and compliance in all publications. Supports the curriculum and instruction delivered within the program to ensure quality, completion, retention and effectiveness of courses.

Faculty Administration: Assists with the hiring of all part-time faculty by reviewing credentials, interviewing, and recommending those best qualified for the position. Also, assists the dean with full time faculty hiring, onboarding, and assignments. Ensures that onboarding, FQAS, and evaluations are managed and adhered to within the college's evaluation cycle.

Fiscal Administration: Assists with preparing and administering capital, operational and grant budgets, and reconciles and balances accounts. Identifies student and program needs and researches applicable federal and state grants in partnership with the Grants Department. Collaborates with the Grants Department to identify and secure external funding using established college processes. Assists faculty in managing the program/department budget. Approves budget transfers, monitors spending patterns, and serves as liaison between Dean and lead faculty when adjustments need to be made.

Operational Oversight: Performs operational activities related to the assigned academic program such as timesheet approval, office scheduling, purchasing, repair orders, tracking, or maintenance requests.

Accreditation Compliance: In conjunction with the Dean, ensures accreditation compliance (as applicable) within the assigned Academic Pathway. Promotes systems and processes that ensure data-informed Academic Pathway Program improvement and accreditation compliance.

Data-Informed Decision Making and Continuous Improvement: Leverages data analytics to drive informed decision-making and fosters continuous improvement within the area of responsibility. Analyzes key performance indicators (KPIs) and relevant metrics to gain actionable insights and monitors performance measures aligned with organizational goals. Utilities data to inform strategic and operational decisions. Applies continuous improvement methodologies (e.g., Plan-Do-Study-Act) based on data analysis promoting a data-driven culture and enhancing team data literacy.

Committee Participation and System Engagement : Participates in cross-functional committees and organizes, reviews, and debriefs meetings among stakeholders (with an emphasis on academic matters). Attends state-called or other external meetings, including district board meetings as required. May serve as chair/co-chair for college-wide committees, including Program Advisory Committees. Collaborates with other departments to ensure quality, integrity and effectiveness of Program Advisory Committees that serve the Pathway.

Cross Functional Relationships and Collaborative Teamwork: Establishes, maintains, and enhances positive work relationships with staff, faculty, and administrators.

Leadership and Supervision: Develops and manages high performing team highly skilled and motivated staff focused on the delivery of quality and value-added services and allocates cross-functional responsibilities and work processes. Responsibilities include hiring, coaching/mentoring, performance management, and progressive discipline as needed.

Continuous Learning & Professional Development: Maintains current knowledge of best practices and standards in higher education with an emphasis on community Colleges. Actively organizes and/or participates in applicable workgroups, training, workshops, seminars, committees and professional associations or conferences to promote continuous learning.

Faculty Selection: Assists with the hiring of full-time and part-time faculty by reviewing credentials, interviewing, and recommending those best qualified for the position. Review and approve Program faculty teaching and service assignments to ensure equitable workloads.

Other duties: Performs other related duties within the scope of the position as required for the efficient operation of the division and to support institutional objectives.

Qualifications

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of curriculum, instruction, and assessment processes, functions, and innovations.
• Knowledge of traditional and career-technical program review processes.
• Knowledge of the functions and objectives of all Academic and Career Pathways and programs, and support programs and services.
• Advanced skills and knowledge in student-centered approaches and systems in enrollment and scheduling that support the holistic development and success of college students from diverse backgrounds.
• Knowledge of the functions and objectives of pathway-specific programs and student support services. Strong understanding of vocational, technical and adult education in academic administration.
• Ability to organize, analyze and interpret statistical and management data. Demonstrated ability to gather information, identify patterns or connections between situations.
• Knowledge of effective principles of supervision and management. Demonstrate leadership ability and team building skills to effectively supervise professional and staff and interact with all levels of management
• Ability to manage large budgets and other resources in area of responsibility. Demonstrated ability to manage and develop program budgets at the federal, state, or local levels.
• Ability to incorporate strategic directives into operational-level goals, objectives, and action plans. Ability to use data analysis to promote quality learning.
• Ability to establish workflows, manage multiple projects, and meet necessary deadlines.
• Sensitive to dealing with individuals from a wide variety of backgrounds and cultures. Open, objective, and will seek to understand issues from multiple perspectives. Innovative in developing options that are responsive to differing needs.
• Ability to review and evaluate problems and to identify and implement creative solutions.
• Maintains a professional demeanor, should have strong presentation skills, and should be able to organize and communicate information to groups of varying size and hierarchical levels in the organization. Strong written and oral communicator.
• Demonstrates integrity and deals effectively, fairly and in a timely fashion with all stakeholders.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

Delegation of Work:

• Regularly assigns work to subordinate(s).

Supervision Given:

• Supervises managerial, supervisory, and professional personnel. Provides recommendations on hiring new employees; on coaching and counseling; on training; and granting time off.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Compliance with all state, federal, and accreditation standards and requirements, as well as all MATC policies and procedures.

Required Education:

Must have a Master's Degree in Nursing (MSN).

Required Experience:

Minimum of five (5) years of professional-level occupational experience. In addition to a minimum of two (2) years of supervisory or management experience required. Minimum of one (1) year involved in direct supervision of faculty in teaching roles (may also include apprenticeships, clinical sites, continuing education, or lab-based instruction) and one (1) year of staff supervision combined with an Emerging Leaders equivalency.

Teaching Experience :

Minimum of two (2) years instructional experience required. May include apprenticeships, clinical sites, continuing education, or lab-based instruction.

License Requirement:

Must hold a current and unencumbered (good standing) license as a Registered Nurse by the State of Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services (DSPS).

Physical Requirements:
Must satisfactorily complete health requirements for the School of Health Science, which include a criminal background check, drug test, and verification of immunizations.

Core Competencies:

• Business insight
• Decision quality
• Resourcefulness
• Plans and aligns
• Drives results
• Manages conflict
• Develops talent
• Builds effective teams
• Demonstrates self-awareness
• Instills trust
• Customer focus
• Action oriented
• Values differences
• Self-development
• Compassion
• Creativity/Innovation
• High Ethical Standards

Supplemental Information

Start Date: This position supports the Healthcare Pathway and is available to start in fall season 2026.

Hours: This position is a full-time position and works 8am - 4:30pm, Monday - Friday. All work must be completed in the state of Wisconsin.

Salary: Salaries are listed up to the midpoint of the range and placement is determined based on years of experience, internal salary equity, and a review of the applicant's employment and educational background as listed on the job application.

Application Materials & Requirements: To be considered for this position, all applicants (both internal and external) must submit a thoroughly complete application.

Please follow these steps.

1. Complete the Employment Application in its Entirety

You must provide thorough and detailed information for all sections of the application form. An incomplete application will not be considered or reviewed.

2. Attach All Required Documents (At Time of Application)

• Cover Letter

• Updated Resume

Interview: Interviews will be scheduled within two weeks of position closing date. Final candidates will be invited to participate in an onsite forum. Travel expenses will be reimbursed by the college.

EEO: Milwaukee Area Technical College will not discriminate against any employee, applicant for employment, student, or applicant for admission on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, creed, religion, political affiliation, marital status, parental status, pregnancy, disability, age, membership in any reserve component of the armed forces, union affiliation, arrest and conviction record, or any other protected category under applicable local, state or federal law. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you have a disability and need special accommodation for the application process, please contact our office at View phone number on click.appcast.io (Wisconsin Relay System: 711) or email View email address on click.appcast.io.