Assistant Dean, Health and Wellness/Director of Nursing

Assistant Dean, Health and Wellness / Director of Nursing Salary: $180,960.00 - $254,628.00 Annually Location: Saddleback College - Mission Viejo, CA Job Type: SC - Management (Full-Time) Job Number: 202400752 Office, Division, or School: SC - School of Health and Wellness Opening Date: 02/03/2026 Closing Date: 2/23/2026 11:59 PM Pacific Supplemental Information District Management Team Salary Schedule - Range 20 Required Documents: Resume, Cover Letter and copy of valid R.N. License Applications missing the required document will not be considered. Work Schedule: Monday - Friday (9:00 AM – 5:30 PM) - Schedule and shift are subject to change in accordance with the department's needs. Application Instructions: Complete all sections and fields on the application and attach all required documents – incomplete applications may not be considered. Include all relevant education, training, and/or experience on the application. Do not include any personally identifiable, confidential, or otherwise unrequested information that does not pertain to job related factors (e.g., social security number, date of birth, pictures, etc.) on your application or attached documents. For job postings with a close date, all applications received by 11:59 PM (Pacific Time) on the job posting close date, will receive consideration. Description Specifications are intended to present a descriptive list of the range of duties performed by employees in the position. Specifications are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job.

SUMMARY DEFINITION

To serve as director and supervisor of the nursing program and the Assistant Dean of the School of Health and Wellness at the college; provide leadership to develop, organize and implement program’s goals and objectives; provide leadership to plan, develop, organize, schedule, direct, improve and evaluate program’s curriculum and related student support services in consultation with academic chairs, faculty and classified staff.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED

Receives general direction from the Dean of the School of Health and Wellness or designee of the President. Exercises functional and technical supervision over academic, professional technical, and classified staff as assigned.

REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES

The following duties and responsibilities are typical for this position. Incumbents may not perform all the listed duties and/or may be required to perform additional or different duties from those set forth below to address business needs and changing business practices. Provide leadership in the administration of the nursing program in the School Health and Wellness at the college, including personnel management, in accordance with laws, regulations, District policy and collective bargaining agreements; direct and evaluate the Associate Degree Nursing Program. Analyze, interpret and monitor the student success rates of assigned programs and student preparedness and recommend change as needed. Facilitate college student resources and activities for students in the School of Health and Wellness. Effectively oversee the operations of the nursing student skills and simulation labs, including remediation processes and procedures.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be: Education: A Master’s degree from an accredited college or university with an emphasis in nursing or nursing education. An earned Doctorate from an accredited college or university is preferred. Experience: At least three years of successful faculty experience, in nursing; one year of formal training, internship, leadership, or administrative/supervisory experience in nursing; at least one year of continuous, full-time or the equivalent experience in direct patient care as a registered nurse. Additionally Required Qualifications: A master’s or higher degree from an accredited college or university which includes course work in nursing, education, or administration; One (1) years’ experience as an administrator with validated performance of administrative responsibilities consistent with section Article 3, Section 1420(h); Two (2) years’ experience teaching in pre- or post-licensure registered nursing programs; and One (1) year’s continuous, full-time or its equivalent experience direct patient care as a registered nurse; or Equivalent experience and/or education, as determined by the board. Commitment to equity and diversity. All applicants must have demonstrated sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students, faculty and staff. The applicant must be able to demonstrate how these factors relate to the need for equity-minded practices within an educational environment.

LICENSES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

Certification as a Registered Nurse; valid California driver's license.

KNOWLEDGE OF:

A community college system. All divisions/schools and their inter-relationships; a thorough knowledge of the various student support services required to enhance instruction. Applicable District policies and local, State and federal laws, codes and regulations, including Title 5 and California Education Code. Basic data collection and analysis related to student learning outcomes, retention, and success.

ABILITY TO:

Advocate for the nursing program and needs. Analyze problems, identify alternative solutions, project consequences of proposed actions and implement recommendations in support of goals. Assess, manage, implement, use and apply technology in the management and delivery of the nursing program. Assist in forecasting current and future needs and costs affecting the nursing program. Collect, compile and analyze data. Notice to all Candidates for Employment: The Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, Public Law 99-603, requires that employers obtain documentation from every new employee which authorizes that individual to accept employment in this country. The South Orange County Community College District (SOCCCD) will not sponsor any visa applications. Employees must reside in California while employed with the SOCCCD. California Public Employees Retirement System and California State Teachers Retirement System: A California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS) retiree may not accept employment until after the first 180 days of retirement. Anyone retired from CalPERS accepting permanent employment with the SOCCCD will be required to reinstate as an active CalPERS member. Please contact CalPERS for additional information regarding your retirement status. Any active vested member of California State Teachers Retirement System (CalSTRS), who accepts employment with the SOCCCD to perform service that requires membership in CalPERS, is eligible to elect to continue retirement system coverage under CalSTRS California Fair Chance Act: The SOCCCD will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act. You do not need to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until a conditional job offer is made to you. After making a conditional offer and running a background check, if the SOCCCD is concerned about a conviction that is directly related to the job, you will be given the chance to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide mitigating evidence, or challenge the accuracy of the background report. Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Equal Employment Opportunity: The SOCCCD is looking for equity and inclusion-minded applicants who represent the full diversity of California and who demonstrate a sensitivity to the understanding of diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds present within our community. The SOCCCD is committed to ensuring that all students have the opportunity to succeed in their classes and as such, to eliminating institutional barriers that disproportionately impact students of color. Irvine Valley College and Saddleback College are deeply committed to fostering an inclusive environment where students, staff, and faculty from diverse backgrounds can thrive academically and professionally. Irvine Valley College (IVC) serves approximately 21,584 students, reflecting a rich diversity: 41% Asian, 2% Black/African-American, 21% Hispanic/Latino, 8% Southwest Asian and North African, 5% two or more races, and 21% White in Fall 2024. Similarly, Saddleback College (SC) serves around 25,789 students, with demographics showing 12% Asian, 2% Black/African-American, 29% Hispanic/Latino, 5% two or more races, and 47% White in Fall 2024. These numbers underscore the importance of our commitment to eliminating equity gaps across all student demographics through implementing dynamic, student-centered practices and policies. To support the academic and career success of our diverse student body, we seek a candidate who will actively contribute to our mission of inclusivity and support. The ideal candidate's values will align with SOCCCD’s goals for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) and Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO).

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