Faculty: Dean of the School of Nursing

Concordia is a Lutheran higher education community committed to helping students develop in mind, body and spirit for service to Christ in the Church and in the world.

Position Summary

Concordia University Wisconsin Ann Arbor (CUWAA) invites applications for the position of Dean of the School of Nursing. The successful candidate will lead the School of Nursing and oversee undergraduate and graduate academic programs offered at the university's residential campuses in Mequon, WI, Ann Arbor, MI and online. This position reports directly to the Vice President for Academics and is located in Mequon, WI.

The Concordia University School of Nursing offers programs at the bachelor's, master's and doctoral levels as well as several nursing certificates. The School recently received its 10-year re-accreditation from the CCNE for all programs with no citations. All programs have strong licensing exam pass rates well above national averages.

As executive leader of the School of Nursing, the Dean will articulate a clear academic vision appropriate to a Lutheran liberal arts university with numerous professional academic programs. He or she will confidently demonstrate and communicate the value of a nursing education grounded in Christian faith and Lutheran identity to internal and external constituents. The Dean should possess a proven record of strategic leadership and program management including oversight of operational budgets and personnel. Strong communication and interpersonal skills are essential. Candidates shall be prepared to develop robust external relationships through fundraising, community outreach and service to benefit the School.

The position requires an individual deeply committed to the mission and values of Concordia University as an institution of Lutheran higher education. The mission of Concordia University promotes "developing students in mind, body and spirit for service to Christ in the Church and the world." Therefore, the candidate must be an active member of a Christian church. CUWAA gives preference in hiring to members of the Lutheran Church-Missouri Synod (LCMS).

Job Duties and Responsibilities

• In collaboration with faculty and other academic entities, develop, promote and communicate an innovative and creative vision for all nursing academic programs consistent with Concordia's mission
• Lead strategic planning and innovation for the school to include both academic programs and educational delivery methods that meet the needs of 21st century students
• Foster strong interdisciplinary and interprofessional collaboration among programs and departments within the school and with other academic units of the university
• Represent the School of Nursing on the university's Academic Council, Administrative Council and other internal entities as well as outside the university
• Oversee and supervise department chairs and program directors within the school to ensure all operational and academic functions of the school are fulfilled
• Call and preside over meetings of the school, and lead faculty members with respect to curricular needs, library holdings, instructional improvement, curriculum and program assessment and improvement, and other academic matters pertaining to the school
• Ensure continued successful CCNE accreditation for all programs in the school
• Provide leadership and guidance in managing academic programs including program development and growth, program assessment and improvement, and program discontinuance
• as required to ensure a healthy program portfolio aligned with student demand and university mission
• Support the fundraising efforts of Concordia's Advancement Department by seeking, identifying and securing external funding sources and friends of nursing programs
• Preside over a School of Nursing advisory council to promote and support academic programs and initiatives that benefit the liberal arts and advance the university's mission
• Provide exemplary leadership in the intersection of faith and learning in nursing education
• Promote the scholarly work of faculty and foster a culture of scholarship within the School of Nursing
• Other duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Previous teaching in a nursing program preferred.
• Experience with program development.
• Must be a member of a Christian congregation.
• Supportive of the mission and values of Conco