Associate Dean of Entry to Baccalaureate Nursing Practice Division

Associate Dean of Entry to Baccalaureate Nursing Practice Division

Recruitment/Posting Title – Associate Dean of Entry to Baccalaureate Nursing Practice Division

Department – Entry Baccalaureate Nursing Pr

Salary Details – A range of $140,000 – $190,000

Benefits – Rutgers provides a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. The specific benefits vary based on the position and may include: medical, prescription drug, and dental coverage; paid vacation, holidays, and various leave programs; competitive retirement benefits (defined contribution plans and voluntary tax‑deferred savings options); employee and dependent educational benefits (when applicable); life insurance coverage; employee discount programs.

The Associate Dean of the Entry to Baccalaureate Nursing Practice Division provides strategic, academic, and operational leadership for all pre‑licensure nursing programs and post‑baccalaureate certificate programs. This role ensures program quality, regulatory compliance, faculty excellence, and student success across all campuses. The Associate Dean collaborates closely with the Assistant Deans, Program Directors, DSCL leadership, and Executive Leadership to maintain a cohesive, high‑performing academic environment.

Prepare reports and organize accreditation and regulatory visits for the Division.

Ensure program goals and objectives align with School of Nursing standards and national expectations.

Evaluate student, course, and program outcomes and use data to guide curriculum and faculty development.

Facilitate development of comprehensive, coherent curricula that meet national standards.

Oversee student schedules and establish course and faculty assignments in collaboration with the Assistant Deans.

Coordinate and monitor consistent delivery of high‑quality courses across sites and tracks.

Evaluate faculty and staff performance; recommend appointments, reappointments, promotions, merit decisions, tenure, and dismissal.

Serve as a faculty member in teaching, scholarship, and service; provide recommendations on grade grievances and appeals.

Maintain professional demeanor and communications.

Participate in developing, evaluating, and monitoring criteria for admission, progression, and retention of students.

Interface with key personnel and organizations to advance the Division.

Represent the programs publicly and communicate newsworthy faculty and divisional activities.

Work with Program Directors to identify recruitment, retention, and advising strategies.

Track retention data and identify factors influencing student persistence.

Oversee coordination and recruitment of new full‑time and part‑time faculty, ensuring hiring aligns with accreditation standards and strategic priorities.

Provide divisional leadership and quality expectations for preceptors and per‑day (Lecturer) faculty; operational recruitment, retention, and day‑to‑day quality control managed by DSCL.

Monitor certification pass rates and collaborate with Program Directors on remediation plans.

Collaborate with Executive Leadership to manage financial and human resources; prepare annual budget requests within approved budget.

Submit required reports and work with faculty, administration, and staff to implement strategic plans and assure ongoing quality improvement.

Facilitate faculty and student communication and participation regarding School of Nursing activities.

Chair Division meetings; serve as ex‑officio member on the Division Committee and other key committees.

Participate in the Dean's Leadership Council and adhere to policies, procedures, and compliance standards.

Position Status – Full Time

Posting Number – 26FA0587