What are the responsibilities and job description for the Department Chair Nursing and Allied Health ~ Internal Applicants Only position at State of Louisiana?
Baton Rouge Community College (BRCC) is seeking to fill the position of Department Chair for Nursing and Allied Health. This full-time role is located within the Nursing and Allied Health Department and is open to internal applicants only.
REPORTS TO: Dean of Nursing and Allied Health
COMPENSATION: Anticipated starting salary will be commensurate with education and work experience. For more information about Baton Rouge Community College (BRCC), visit http://www.mybrcc.edu/ .
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: No Civil Service test score is required to be considered for this vacancy.
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*Resumes WILL NOT be accepted in lieu of the completed education and experience sections on your application. Applications may be rejected if incomplete. *
CONTACT INFORMATION:
Office of Human Resources
Baton Rouge Community College
201 Community College Drive
Baton Rouge, LA 70806
RecruitTalent@mybrcc.edu
A criminal background check will be required of all selected applicants. An offer of employment is contingent upon passing a pre-employment background check.
This organization participates in the E-Verify program. For more information on E-Verify, please contact DHS at (888) 464-4218.
BRCC is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We promote diversity of thought, culture, and background, which connects the entire BRCC family. We don’t just accept difference – we celebrate it, we support it, and we thrive on it for the benefit of our employees, our students, and our institution.
Voluntary Self-Identification of Disability
As an executive branch state agency, the Baton Rouge Community College is required by La. R.S. 46:2597 to establish annual strategies and goals related to the employment of individuals with disabilities. In order to effectively measure and report our progress to this end, La. R.S. 46:2597 requires us to ask employees if they have a disability or have ever had a disability. Because a person may become disabled at any time, we ask all our employees to update their information at least every five (5) years.
Identifying yourself as an individual with a disability is voluntary, and we hope that you will choose to do so (if applicable). Your answer will be maintained confidentially. Completing the form will not negatively impact you in any way. For more information about this form or the Americans with Disabilities Act, visit the Office of the State Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Coordinator’s website at https://www.doa.la.gov/doa/office-of-state-ada-coordinator/
Required Education:
- Master's Degree in Nursing
- Possess a minimum of five years of experience as a registered nurse or nursing educator within the past ten years.
- Possess a minimum of three years teaching experience as a nurse educator in higher education
- Strong knowledge of curriculum development, instructional design, and educational best practices.
- Excellent interpersonal, communication, and leadership skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively in a diverse academic environment.
- Experience with budget management and resource allocation.
- Familiarity with accreditation processes and compliance standards in higher education.
- Experience in online education or e-learning platforms.
- Ethical/ legal principles and professionalism in the healthcare industry.
- Familiarity with healthcare policy, regulations, and industry trends
- Master's in Health Science or Allied Health
Preferred Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
- Strong organizational skills with attention to detail.
- Ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
- Innovative thinker with a passion for advancing health science education.
- Commitment to fostering a supportive and inclusive learning environment
The Department Chair serves as the academic and administrative leader of the department, ensuring the effective operation of programs and activities that align with the institution's mission, vision, and strategic goals. This role involves providing leadership in personnel management, student support, curriculum development, budget planning, program assessment, and accreditation. The Chair fosters a collaborative environment, supports faculty and staff development, and maintains high standards for academic excellence and operational efficiency.
The Chair works closely with stakeholders to enhance student success, ensure compliance with accreditation standards, and strengthen partnerships that promote program growth and workforce development. This position requires strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills to address the dynamic needs of students, faculty, and the institution while promoting innovation and continuous improvement.
Department Chair is an internal rotating position. Information concerning the terms of service and faculty qualifications shall be communicated to candidates during the recruitment process.
25% Administrative Responsibilities
- Oversee Selection Process and Student Admission
- Review and Complete Graduation audits
- Industry-Based Credential (IBC) collection and reporting
- Identify industry-based credentials to incorporate in courses/programs
- Collaborate with external stakeholders to develop internship and job placement opportunities for program graduates.
- Equipment and Inventory Management
- Assist faculty with course/program development and related issues
- Assist faculty with upskilling to support new course/program development
- Communicate with appropriate departments at regional colleges/universities to facilitate curriculum transfer and articulation
- Maintain/review/revise master course syllabi
- Maintain/review/revise program handbook
- Ensure textbook adoptions are completed
20% Personnel management
- Scheduling
- Evaluation
- Recommend Hiring/Promotion/Termination
- Budget recommendations for new positions
- Approve faculty and relevant staff sick, annual and or personal leave
- Mentor or coordinate mentorship of faculty
- Resolve faculty issues/complaints/concerns
20% Student management
- Assist students with pre-requisite and corequisite issues
- Approve overrides for full classes or for students who have already met requirements
- Conduct final grade appeals for courses within program discipline
- Review and approve grade changes and incomplete grade forms if applicable
- Review and approve attendance reinstatement forms if applicable
- Ensure maintenance of relevant records/paperwork
- Assist enrollment services with course equivalencies/substitutions
- Coordinate Student Advising
- Oversee credit for Prior Learning Assessment within the program discipline if applicable
- Resolve student issues/complaints/concerns
10% Budget/program plans
- Coordinate unit plans for the program with faculty
- Develop/present/defend program budget
- Develop and maintain grant funding reports
- Submit requisitions for purchases
- Complete annual budget review of program
10% Program Assessment and Accreditation
- Oversee annual program learning outcome assessment
- Conduct and coordinate program reviews
- Coordinate and conduct annual accreditation reports
- Coordinate and conduct accreditation site-visits and follow-up reports
10% Instructional Responsibilities:
- Carry a minimum Teaching Load Equivalency (TLE) of one 3 credit hour course per semester
- Engage in didactic, laboratory, and clinical instruction as needed.
- Carry out all duties and responsibilities listed as a full-time faculty.
2.5% Service to College and Profession:
- Serve on committees appropriate to the position
- Participate in college activities
2.5% Professional Development
- Engage in continual professional development activities as it relates to pedagogy, assessment, and faculty area of expertise in order to maintain and upgrade professional, instructional, and administrative capabilities.
- Other duties as assigned
