What are the responsibilities and job description for the Program Director, MSN - Rockhurst University position at Keypath Education?
Company Description
Keypath Education is supporting Rockhurst University’s search for an MSN Program Director.
Rockhurst University, College of Nursing and Health Sciences is seeking experienced and motivated applicants for an MSN Program Director position. The MSN Program Director is a member of the faculty (rank commensurate with experience) who holds an administrative appointment related to managing all graduate nursing programs.
Rockhurst is a welcoming and inclusive private Catholic, Jesuit institution with a strong mission aligned with the core values of nursing. The College of Nursing is in one of two academic schools housed in Saint Luke’s College of Nursing and Health Sciences. The College of Nursing is known for its innovative teaching using a broad range of active learning experiences, close faculty-student interactions, and our strong mission focused on service, advocacy, and leadership. The faculty have established close relationships with many community partners, enabling community-based service learning for students and clinical practice opportunities for students and faculty. Rockhurst nursing students often receive commendations for excellence in academics, professionalism, commitment to social justice, and leadership. Additional details about the Nursing Program are available on the program's website.
Job Description
Responsibilities of the MSN Program Director include, but are not limited to:
- Providing classroom instruction
- Managing day-to-day program operations
- Overseeing the student advising process
- Monitoring student learning outcomes
- Collaborating with college leadership
- Enrollment management
- Marketing and collaborative partners
- Academic support and financial aid
- Assisting staff to generate a prospective student pool
- Reviewing and maintaining curriculum
- Leading new program development
- Partnering with leadership for all accreditation requirements
- Assigning faculty to ensure a high-quality learning experience
The Program Director engages in professional associations, businesses, and the local community as necessary to promote the visibility and stature of the program, as well as performing instructional duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- A minimum of two years of successful performance in a full-time university-level teaching role, including online education, and prior management experience in higher education or another organization within the program director's discipline
- A terminal degree from a regionally accredited university is required
- Must hold an active state-required nursing license and associated certification in the specialty
- Ability to read, understand, interpret, and implement accreditation criteria and state agency regulations
- Ability to resolve inquiries and complaints from employees, students, regulatory agencies, or members of the academic or business community
- Ability to effectively present information to faculty, academic leaders, university leaders, and public groups
- Experience with computerized administrative systems. Proficient with the use of standard office applications on personal computers
- Effective project management skills; detail and deadline-oriented
Applicants should submit a cover letter with salary expectations and three professional references. Rockhurst cannot accept any application materials (resumes, cover letters, etc.) by email, mail, or walk-in.
Additional Information
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, Rockhurst University is committed to creating a diverse working environment. The University recruits and employs successful candidates without regard to race, religion, gender, national origin, age, marital status, sexual orientation, and/or disability in employment, educational programs, or activities that it operates. Rockhurst University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and uses E-Verify.
