What are the responsibilities and job description for the Instructor/Academic Program Site Director position at South Dakota Board of Regents?
Working Title
Instructor/Academic Program Site Director
Posting Number
F01643P
Department
USD-Nursing
Physical Location of Position (City)
Sioux Falls
Posting Text
The Department of Nursing at the University of South Dakota (USD) is seeking applications for a full-time nursing faculty member at the Sioux Falls campus with teaching and administrative responsibilities. This is a 10-month, full-time position that provides an exciting leadership opportunity to contribute to the education and development of future nurses in a supportive and dynamic academic environment. You will be part of a dedicated team committed to excellence in teaching, scholarship and service.
Salary and rank will be based on experience and credentials. This position will be responsible for providing leadership to the Sioux Falls campus, classroom and clinical instruction, planning, implementing, and evaluating student learning, working collaboratively in interdisciplinary teams, and contributing to service activities within the department. Travel between the Sioux Falls and Vermillion campus will be expected.
Salary and rank will be based on experience and credentials. This position will be responsible for providing leadership to the Sioux Falls campus, classroom and clinical instruction, planning, implementing, and evaluating student learning, working collaboratively in interdisciplinary teams, and contributing to service activities within the department. Travel between the Sioux Falls and Vermillion campus will be expected.
Responsibilities include:
- Provide classroom and clinical instruction
- Provide leadership and ensure optimal program site operations for the Sioux Falls Campus
- Mentor and evaluate faculty
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams
- Contribute to departmental service
- Assist with accreditation process.
- Manage projects effectively
- Promote USD Nursing with internal and external stakeholders
Preferred qualifications
Experience teaching in a baccalaureate of higher degree program.
Experience teaching in a baccalaureate of higher degree program.
Minimum Qualifications:
Strong nursing background with current and relevant nursing experience.
Current unencumbered nursing license, eligible for licensure in South Dakota
Minimum of a master’s degree in nursing from a nationally accredited program.
Evidence of successful leadership skills.
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
Evidence of strong teamwork skills.
Posting Date
03/12/2025
Closing Date
Open Until Filled
Yes
First Consideration Date
04/14/2025
Advertised Salary
Duration of the Term
10 months
If Other, describe duration
Appointment Percent
100
Tenure Status
Proposed Rank
Work Hours
8-5 with other occasional hours as needed
Typical Hours Worked Per Week
40
Appointment Type
Regular
Scope of Search
External (includes Internal)
If internal, define scope of search
Department Description and Cultural Expectations
USD Nursing is one of nine departments housed in the School of Health Sciences. The nursing program offers a Baccalaureate of Science in nursing degree in Vermillion and Sioux Falls, an RN-BSN online program, an online MSN and DNP program, and Doctorate of Nurse Anesthesia Program in Sioux Falls. The School of Health Sciences and the USD/Sanford School of Medicine form the Division of Health Affairs. USD is a comprehensive liberal arts state institution with approximately 10,000 students.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
USD is committed to fostering a dynamic and welcoming working and learning environment for all. USD provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to ideological, political, or sectarian opinions or perspectives; or race, color, creed, religion, sex, ancestry, disability, national origin or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. USD is committed to the principles of free expression and encourages the timely and rational discussion of topics in an environment that is intellectually and ideologically diverse.
Contact Information
Anne Pithan, Chair of Nursing
Anne.Pithan@usd.edu
Anne.Pithan@usd.edu
