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Bookmark this Posting | Print Preview | Apply for this Job Position Details Position Information NBAPOSN Title Working Title Dean of the College of Health Sciences (COHS) Brief Position Overview The Dean of the College of Health Sciences ( COHS ) oversees all academic programs within the College of Health Sciences including: Associate of Science in Nursing; RN- BSN Completion; Integrated Health Sciences with concentrations in Pre-Allied Health and Exercise Science; and any additional programs as developed by the College and approved by the Institution/ BOR where appropriate. The Dean of COHS reports directly to the Provost and Vice Chancellor of Academic Affairs and collaborates with other Deans and faculty across campus to create innovative, interdisciplinary opportunities for Northern students. The Dean of COHS oversees accreditation readiness in both Nursing and Exercise Science; develops and manages the COHS budget; engages with external partners in developing articulation agreements, forming partnerships, and fund raising; and works with faculty within COHS to develop, assess, and update a college-level strategic plan and create innovative curriculum and programming. The benefits package includes paid employee health insurance, retirement plans, paid sick leave, one floating holiday, 12 paid holidays, and Montana University System tuition waivers. https://www.msun.edu/hr/benefits.aspx MSUN will only consider applicants who are authorized to work in the US and MSUN will not sponsor applicants for work visas. Position Number 7C0097 Department Nursing Division College of Health Sciences Appointment Type Professional Contract Term Fiscal Year Semester If other, specify From date If other, specify End date FLSA Exempt Union Affiliation FTE 1.0 Benefits Eligible Yes Compensation Annual Salary $110,000 Contract Type MUS If other, please specify Recruitment Type Open Position Details General Statement The Dean of the College of Health Sciences ( COHS ) oversees all academic programs within the College of Health Sciences including: Associate of Science in Nursing; RN- BSN Completion; Integrated Health Sciences with concentrations in Pre-Allied Health and Exercise Science; and any additional programs as developed by the College and approved by the Institution/ BOR where appropriate. The Dean of COHS reports directly to the Provost and Vice Chancellor of Academic Affairs and collaborates with other Deans and faculty across campus to create innovative, interdisciplinary opportunities for Northern students. The Dean of COHS oversees accreditation readiness in both Nursing and Exercise Science; develops and manages the COHS budget; engages with external partners in developing articulation agreements, forming partnerships, and fund raising; and works with faculty within COHS to develop, assess, and update a college-level strategic plan and create innovative curriculum and programming. Duties and Responsibilities + Serve as the chief academic officer for the College + Collaborate with faculty within COHS to develop, assess, and update a college-level strategic plan + Engage in evidence-based decision making with respect to the use of COHS resources and student outcomes + Develop and administer College budget allocation and other long-range planning details to achieve College and University objectives + Seek out, identify, and pursue external funding to enhance resources available for programmatic offerings + Serve as primary contact for, and develop relationships with, business, industry, other educational providers, and community agencies + Expand COHS programming to address emerging needs within health sciences-related industries + Increase diversity programming and academic opportunities for minority populations including, but not limited to, Native Americans and international populations + Maintain open communication with clinical agencies and state/national accreditation agencies to ensure proper program administration structures are in place, programs are up to date, and that there is continuous improvement in student training and placement + Recommend faculty appointments to the Provost and provide input on all full-time and part-time COHS instructors, and CRRNS + Orient, guide, assign, and evaluate all COHS staff according to the relevant collective bargaining agreement and University policy + Serve as an impartial point of contact for student, staff, and faculty inquiries and concerns + Foster the professional development of students and faculty (e.g., encouraging and, where appropriate, budgeting for in-service and conference attendance; hosting career readiness workshops offered through industry partners) + Review and revise the University catalog pertaining to all College-level programming each year + Review and revise the websites of the COHS and each COHS program to ensure readability, accuracy, and relevancy and to increase marketability + Spearhead the development of, and implement innovations in, the recruitment of students into all programs within COHS + Interpret and implement the administration policies, rules, regulations, and recommendations of the College, the University, and relevant external program-specific oversight bodies + Prepare and submit all reporting required for initial or continued accreditation of programs within the College or by state or federal agencies + Attend faculty/staff meetings to stay up to date regarding University procedures and regulations and to provide College-level information and feedback to representatives and leaders from the broader campus community + Participate in shared governance and University committee work, as necessary + Attend State and System-level meetings and meetings of external boards and associations, as appropriate + Actively participate in institution-level fund raising activities and strategic planning with a focus on university growth + Demonstrate ethical behavior at all times + Perform other administrative duties as assigned by the Provost Required Qualifications – Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills + Doctoral degree in a field represented by, or closely related to, one of the programs within the College of Health Sciences; ABD candidates considered + Successful experience in progressively responsible administrative positions in higher education or a healthcare-related environment + Demonstrated commitment to diversity and the pursuit of an inclusive and equitable working and learning environment Preferred Qualifications – Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills + Ability to develop and enhance relationships with alumni and other external constituencies + Ability to generate resources through partnering, grant writing, and fundraising + Outstanding written and oral communication skills + Demonstrated effectiveness in program/personnel supervision and oversight + Successful experience in strategic planning + Experience with program assessment and accreditation + Experience with curriculum development, assessment, and revision + A strong commitment to shared faculty governance + A proven commitment to the recruitment and retention of outstanding and diverse faculty and students + Ability to work in a fast-paced environment overseeing and managing major projects, multiple priorities, and deadlines + Successful experience with establishing and/or maintaining community partnerships + Experience collaborating with tribal communities + Experience with union/collective bargaining units + Meets the requirements to sit as the primary administrator for one or more of the accredited programs in the College The Successful Candidate Will Special Requirements Physical Demands The ability with or without reasonable accommodations to work in a typical office environment and to travel when necessary. This position has supervisory duties? Yes Posting Detail Information Announcement Number STAFF - VA - 2400016P Number of Vacancies 1 Desired Start Date Immediate Position End Date (if temporary) Open Date Close Date Until an adequate pool is established No Special Instructions Summary Quick Link for Internal Postings https://jobs.msun.edu/postings/2413 Diversity Statement Nondiscrimination Statement and Title IX Coordinator Notice Policy Statement Montana State University-Northern ( MSUN ) commits to a learning and working environment that emphasizes the dignity and worth of every member of its community that is free from unlawful discrimination and harassment based upon race, color, religion, national origin, creed, service in the uniformed services (as defined in state and federal law), veteran status, sex, gender, age, political ideas, marital or family status, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression, or sexual orientation (taken together, generally, “protected-class harm”). 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To claim veteran’s preference or request accommodation, contact the Office of Human Resources, PO Box 7751, Montana State University-Northern, Havre, MT 59501; 406-265-3568; http://www.msun.edu/hr/forms/EmployPref.pdf Applicant Documents Required Documents + Resume + Cover Letter + List of References Optional Documents + Curriculum Vitae Posting Specific Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). + Note to the applicant: In your cover letter, please address the required and preferred qualifications listed in the notice of vacancy for this job and how you meet each one. (Open Ended Question) + Please submit the Background Authorization Form which can be found here: http://www.msun.edu/hr/forms/Authorization\_for\_Background\_Investigation-MSU-Northern.pdf Copy and paste this address into your browser's address bar to access this form. You may email it to hr@msun.edu or fax it to (406) 265-3530. You may also drop it off in Cowan Hall room 208. 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