Assistant Director, West River Health Science Center

Assistant Director, West River Health Science Center

Black Hills State University is seeking an Assistant Director to lead growth of the West River Health Science Center (WRHSC) at the Rapid City campus. The Center provides a one‑stop service hub for bachelor’s degrees in nursing and other health science disciplines.

Reporting to the Vice President for Continuing Education & Workforce Development, the Assistant Director will develop a seamless pre‑nursing pipeline, oversee marketing, recruitment, and curriculum offerings, coordinate the BHSU Applied Health Science degree, collaborate with SDSU BSN programs, and serve as liaison to Western Dakota Tech programs. The role will forge partnerships with Monument Health and other healthcare providers to meet marketing and recruitment needs.

• Demonstrated knowledge of current best practices in marketing, communications, and recruitment in nursing and health care.
• Strong leadership, management, and organizational skills, with a collaborative style.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and analytical skills.
• Commitment to working with diverse audiences.
• Proficient in computer, word processing, and database management.

• Develop pre‑nursing program enrollment goals and implement integrated strategies using a data‑driven approach for the Applied Health Sciences associate degree program.
• Collaborate with the BHSU Admissions Office to ensure program admission procedures and policies are adhered to and improve efficiency.
• Analyze inquiry, applicant, and enrolled student data to develop, implement, and evaluate pre‑nursing program admissions.
• Manage scheduling of all pre‑nursing courses at the Rapid City campus, ensuring course rotation requirements are met.

• 1–3 years of experience in marketing, higher education, communications, student affairs, health care, or related field.

• Master’s or terminal degree preferred.

Black Hills State University offers medical, dental, and flexible benefits, retirement plans, compensation packages, paid holidays, and vacation leave. Employees also have access to internal and state-sponsored training and reduced tuition for state-supported courses at all South Dakota institutions.

Applications must be submitted at (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..edu with a cover letter, resume, and at least three professional references. The position is open until filled (first review date November 30, 2025). For assistance, contact Human Resources at 605‑642‑6549 or Ashley Armstrong strong.

Black Hills State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer.