Program Director - Graduate Nursing

SUMMARY:  The Program Director is a member of the faculty (rank commensurate with experience) who also holds an administrative appointment related to managing a specific program or programs on the assigned campus.  Responsibilities include classroom instruction, day-to-day program operations, assisting students toward successful term-by-term progression and graduation.   The Program Director will partner with Campus leadership and the admissions, academic support, and financial aid staff to generate a prospective student pool, partnering with the College Dean, Campus Director and Dean of Academic Affairs and Operations to maintain program viability, and staffing the classroom with instructors who support the Mission of South University and provide a high-quality learning experience for the student.     The Program Director engages in professional associations, businesses, and the local community as necessary to promote the visibility and stature of the program. The Program Director abides by the mandates set by South University Board of Trustees, the Chancellor, the College Dean, the Vice Chancellor of Academic Affairs, the Campus Director and Dean of Academic Affairs and Operations, and the Campus Executive Committee.  This position is campus based.   KEY JOB ELEMENTS: Perform instructional duties as assigned, as outlined in the Faculty job description and in accordance with the provisions of Faculty Supplement to the South University Employee Handbook. Select, train, develop, manage, and lead regular and adjunct faculty according to the guidelines provided by the Campus Dean of Academic Affairs and Operations, the Department Chair and in accordance with the policies and procedures of the University/Campus. Effectively administer and grow the assigned academic program. This includes responsibility for budget, strategic planning, assessment of program outcomes, curriculum development, student registration/advisement, community relations and campus relations. Support college programs designed to achieve student completion rates as outlined in the strategic plan. Collaborate with other Academic Program Directors within the assigned campus and across campuses within the department on: scheduling, sharing faculty, and other. Form the Program Advisory Committee and ensure that it meets at least twice a year Arrange for faculty development opportunities and maintain records. Other responsibilities as determined by the College Dean, Campus Dean of Academic Affairs and Operations and the Department Chair (for academic matters).   REQUIREMENTS: A minimum of two years of successful performance in a full-time university-level teaching role and prior management experience in higher education or in another organization within the program director’s discipline.  A terminal degree in Nursing is required - PhD or DNP Nurse Practitioner licensure is required. Online teaching experience is a plus.  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 and campus leaders, university leaders, and public groups.  Experience with computerized administrative systems. Proficient with the use of standard office applications on personal computers.  Other requirements specific to the discipline.    ENVIRONMENT:                                                                               The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The term "qualified individual with a disability" means an individual with a disability who, with or without reasonable accommodation, can perform the essential functions of the position.   While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to communicate professionally in person, over the telephone, through email, video conference, and other electronic means, move about the office or school, handle various types of media and equipment, and visually or otherwise identify, observe and assess.                                                                               South University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and embraces diversity as a critical step in ensuring employee, student and graduate success. We are committed to building and developing a diverse environment where a variety of ideas, cultures and perspectives can thrive.