Career & Executive Search is pleased to assist Texas A&M University, College of Nursing in their search for an Assistant Dean for their distant site in Round Rock, TX.

Position Description:

The Texas A&M University College of Nursing is accepting applications for a full-time, administrative faculty position as the Assistant Dean at their Distant Site in Round Rock, TX. This position is a tenure eligible role at the rank of Associate Professor or Professor, or a non-tenure role at the rank of Clinical Associate Professor or Clinical Professor, beginning in 2021 with a negotiable start date. The Distant Site Assistant Dean is a vital member of the leadership team who provides oversight and direction for College of Nursing program development and delivery including site operations and supervision of faculty and staff as assigned.

This administrative role is an appointment filled by a ranked faculty member in the College of Nursing at Texas A&M University. The Assistant Dean reports to the Dean of the College of Nursing. The role is a 50% effort administrative appointment, 30% teaching, 10% scholarship and 10% service. The position will support the advancement of a diverse faculty, on both tenure and clinical tracks, and promote a diverse, welcoming and inclusive environment for students, faculty and staff.

Texas A&M University and the College of Nursing

Texas A&M University is one of the largest universities in the U.S., with more than 69,000 students from all 50 states and 124 countries. It is supported by a multibillion-dollar endowment ranked 4th among public universities and is a top 20 research enterprise. The Bryan-College Station Metropolitan Statistical Area has more than 268,100 residents and is consistently ranked among the best places to live in the country, with an affordable cost of living and convenient access to major Texas cities.

The College of Nursing is one of five health science colleges within the Texas A&M University Health Science Center. Drawing from their vast network of scientists, educators and clinical partners, they educate highly qualified graduates who are equipped to address the health needs of an ever-changing population in Texas, the nation and the world. While the College of Nursing is relatively new – established in 2008 – they are rapidly growing in academic program offerings and excellence in research, practice and education. The college offers three Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree tracks, Traditional, Second Degree and RN to BSN, and three Master of Science in Nursing degree specialties, MSN-Family Nurse Practitioner, MSN-Nursing Education and MSN-Forensic Nursing. A DNP program is progressing through the approval process and planning for an innovative PhD program is on the horizon. The prelicensure BSN programs are located in Bryan, Texas as the primary campus location and Round Rock, Texas as the distant site location.

The College of Nursing is home to the Texas A&M Health Center of Excellence in Forensic Nursing, earned the number 9 spot in the U.S. News & World Report’s national rankings for best online MSN degree program in 2021 and was recently re-designated as a National League for Nursing (NLN) Center of Excellence in Nursing Education in Creating Environments that Enhance Student Learning and Professional Development. Within the last three fiscal years, research funding has more than quadrupled and clinical partnerships continue to expand, surpassing 350 clinical partner sites across the state of Texas with more than 40 percent of the locations providing care in medically underserved areas. The baccalaureate degree programs in nursing and master’s degree programs in nursing at Texas A&M University College of Nursing are accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education through December 31, 2030.

I.  INTRODUCTION

The Distant Site Assistant Dean is a vital member of the leadership team who provides oversight and direction for College of Nursing program development and delivery including site operations and supervision of faculty and staff as assigned. The Round Rock location is located in a beautiful Texas A&M University Health Science Center facility and is transitioning to become the sole location for their second degree BSN program, and military focused educational offerings.

This administrative role is an appointment filled by a ranked faculty member in the College of Nursing (CON) at Texas A&M University. The Assistant Dean reports to the Dean, College of Nursing. The role is a 50% effort administrative appointment, 30% teaching, 10% scholarship and 10% service. The position will support the advancement of a diverse faculty, on both tenure and clinical tracks, and promote a diverse, welcoming and inclusive environment for students, faculty and staff.

II.  MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE ADMINISTRATIVE ROLE

A.  Management

1. Directly supervises site faculty and staff and completes annual evaluations.
2. Responsible for site operations and collaboration with internal stakeholders to the College of Nursing and Texas A&M University and external stakeholders in the local area, the state and region.
3. Serves on the College of Nursing leadership team as a member of the Deans Council.
4. Collaborates with the Associate Dean for Academic Affairs, other members of the Deans Council, and coordinators to determine faculty teaching and committee assignments.

B.  Leadership

1. Guides faculty in carrying out the processes of development, implementation, and evaluation of curriculum activities.
2. Collaborates with the Associate Deans and the Dean in maintaining qualified teaching and support staff.
3. Creates an environment that supports diversity, equity and inclusion.
4. Interprets and facilitates implementation of College and University policies.
5. Encourages and facilitates faculty promotion processes and participation in professional and community service activities.
6. Recruits, orients, and retains new faculty and staff.
7. Implements program assessment and evaluation plans in collaboration with the Associate Dean for Academic Affairs.
8. Collaborates with the Associate Dean for Student Affairs in development, implementation, and evaluation of student recruitment and retention activities.
9. Participates in College of Nursing communications and public relations activities to promote and market the specific site and other CON programs.
10. Develops and leads the site specific Clinical Advisory Board to achieve mutual goals and address concerns.
11. Participates in the area clinical placement consortium to assure quality clinical learning opportunities.
12. Develops new clinical and strategic partnerships in the community.

C.  Resource Management

1. Collaborates with members of the Deans Council to secure adequate resources that support faculty, students, and operations at the site.
2. Leads the development and implementation of site specific class and clinical schedules.
3. Monitors program revenue and expenditures in collaboration with the leadership team and Associate Dean for Finance and Administration.
4. Maintains a record-keeping system and date collection processes necessary for preparation of program reports.

D.  Tripartite Role of Teaching, Scholarship and Service

1. Plans for professional development as a leader, scholar, and teacher.
2. Assumes a teaching assignment in consultation with the Associate Dean for Academic Affairs.
3. Participates in scholarly activity as relevant to rank and role with peer-reviewed outcomes.
4. Serves the university, the college and the profession in a leadership capacity.

E.  Accountable for tasks and responsibilities specific to the site and other activities as delegated by the Associate Deans or Dean.

1. Participates in interviewing prospective students and faculty.
2. Plans and leads new student orientation specific to the site.
3. Collaborates with the Associate Deans, faculty, and staff to plan and implement site events.
4. Creates a student centric environment that supports student success and responds proactively to high risk students.

III. CONTROLS OVER THE POSITION

The Assistant Dean reports directly to the Dean, College of Nursing.


IV. COLLABORATION

The Assistant Dean collaborates with the Associate and Assistant Deans to achieve mutual goals or address common concerns.


V. QUALIFICATIONS

A. Minimum Qualifications

• Doctoral degree in nursing or related field.
• Bachelor’s degree in nursing or at least one graduate degree in nursing.
• Licensed RN by the Texas Board of Nursing (or eligible for licensure upon hire).
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in academic nursing education.
• Evidence of academic scholarship, leadership capability, and ability to work effectively with interprofessional groups.
• Experience in the application of clinical simulation and patient care technologies in nursing education.
• Effective communication and strong interpersonal and problem-solving skills.
• Experience in academic nursing program development, implementation, and evaluation.

B. Desired Qualifications

• Expertise in alternative educational delivery systems for non-traditional students.
• Experience with second degree BSN educational program delivery.
• Understanding of the unique opportunities and needs of military populations of nursing students (e.g., veterans, active duty, families of military, and military pathways to commissioned officer for pre-licensure students).
• Administrative experience in evaluating performance and directing activities.
• Evidence of scholarly outcomes including publications and extramural funding.
• Demonstrated leadership in community activities.
• Experience with writing/administrating program and scholarly grants.
• Prior experience with baccalaureate and/or graduate nursing education program approvals and national accreditation.

Living in the Area:

With a population of 133,000, Round Rock, TX is located 15 miles north of Austin in the Central Texas hill country and one of the fastest growing suburbs in the nation and one of the best managed cities in TX, and for good reason. Often described as a ‘bit little town’ where everyone is part of the community. The area offers cultural activities, a sense of community, and simply a good quality of life with sports facilities, friendly bars, great restaurants, and miles of nature trails and thousands of acres of public parkland just a short walk away. Because Round Rock is a fast-growing city, there’s always an exciting new restaurant or attraction opening.

 

Major employers include Dell Technologies, Emerson Automation Solutions and three regional hospitals. Its combined property tax and utility rates are among the lowest in the region. It has an award-winning park system, school district and is one of the safest cities with a population of at least 100,000 population in the United States.

The city has maintained high quality of life while becoming a major center for economic growth in Central Texas, with industry clusters in Clean Energy, Advanced Manufacturing, Life Sciences and Computer/Software Development.

The area enjoys lower unemployment than the national average and considered one of the safest cities in the U.S. with a population of 100,000 or more since 2007.

Application Instructions:

Applications will be reviewed as they are received and should include a cover letter and CV. Please do not email applications. Review of applications will begin immediately.

Candidates who are notified that they are advancing in the process will be required to submit the following documents: (1) cover letter; (2) detailed curriculum vitae; (3) statement of research, teaching, and service impact (limited to 3 pages each); (4) statement of administrative philosophy (one page); (5) statement of commitment and experience with diversity, equity and inclusion (one page). and (6) contact information for three references.

Inquiries, referrals and nominations are treated confidentially and can be sent to:

Jennifer Muller
Managing Partner and Senior Search Consultant
Academic Career & Executive Search
Jennifer@acesrch.com
860-740-2600

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Texas A&M University is committed to enriching the learning and working environment for all visitors, students, faculty, and staff by promoting a culture that embraces inclusion, diversity, equity, and accountability. Diverse perspectives, talents, and identities are vital to accomplishing their mission and living their core values.

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