What are the responsibilities and job description for the Instructor/Academic Program Site Director position at The University of South Dakota Knudson School of Law?
Posting Details
Posting Details
Logo Institution The University of South Dakota 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.
Responsibilities Include
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
Working Conditions
Cognitive Requirements
Please check the appropriate response that describe the cognitive requirements for this position. Analyzing, Comprehend, Frequent Change, Intense Customer Interaction, Logic, Memory, Multiple Priorities, Multiple Stimuli, Pace-fast, Perform calculations, Reading, Reasoning, Verbal Communication, Written Communication
Protective Clothing/Equipment
Please check the appropriate response for this position's use of the following protective clothing or equipment. Ear Protection (including earplugs), Eye Protection, Latex Gloves, Other, Protective Clothing, Respirator, Surgical Mask If other protection is used please identify
Physical Requirements
Please designate the physical requirements of this position Balancing, Bending, Stooping, Twisting, Carrying, Climbing Stairs, Crouching, Driving, Fine Finger Manipulation (keyboarding, pipefitting, bench work, etc), Grasping, Kneeling, Lifting Below Waist, Lifting moderate, Pushing/Pulling, Reaching, Repetitive Motion, Sitting for sustained periods of time, Squatting, Standing for sustained periods of time, Stretching, Use Both Hands, Walking, Wrist Movement (twisting or rotating) Describe any of the conditions selected
As needed for classroom, office, lab and clinical settings.
Sensory Requirements
Please check the appropriate response that describe the sensory requirements for this position. Color Vision, Depth Perception, Distant Vision, Hearing, Near Vision, Peripheral Vision, Speaking, Vision (With and without corrective lenses)
Working Conditions & Exposures
Working Conditions or Exposures (or potential exposures) that this position may encounter during the course of the work day. Biohazard, Chemical Hazards, Electrical Current, Exposure or Potential Exposure to Blood/Body Fluids, Exposure to Infectious Diseases, Radiation, Vaccination recommended due to potential occupational exposure, Vaccination required due to potential occupational exposure, Walking/Standing on wood, metal or concrete, Work in narrow aisles/passageways Please describe, in more detail, any of the conditions checked above
As needed for classroom, office, lab and clinical settings.
Working Environment
Check the appropriate box(es) that best describes the environment in which the primary function of the position is performed. Classroom Environment, Clinical Environment, Lab Environment, Office Environment If you have indicated Other Environment, if work tasks involve one or more of the above, or if further explanation is necessary, please use the space provided.
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
Documents Needed to Apply
Required Documents
Posting Details
Logo Institution The University of South Dakota 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.
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
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
Working Conditions
Cognitive Requirements
Please check the appropriate response that describe the cognitive requirements for this position. Analyzing, Comprehend, Frequent Change, Intense Customer Interaction, Logic, Memory, Multiple Priorities, Multiple Stimuli, Pace-fast, Perform calculations, Reading, Reasoning, Verbal Communication, Written Communication
Protective Clothing/Equipment
Please check the appropriate response for this position's use of the following protective clothing or equipment. Ear Protection (including earplugs), Eye Protection, Latex Gloves, Other, Protective Clothing, Respirator, Surgical Mask If other protection is used please identify
Physical Requirements
Please designate the physical requirements of this position Balancing, Bending, Stooping, Twisting, Carrying, Climbing Stairs, Crouching, Driving, Fine Finger Manipulation (keyboarding, pipefitting, bench work, etc), Grasping, Kneeling, Lifting Below Waist, Lifting moderate, Pushing/Pulling, Reaching, Repetitive Motion, Sitting for sustained periods of time, Squatting, Standing for sustained periods of time, Stretching, Use Both Hands, Walking, Wrist Movement (twisting or rotating) Describe any of the conditions selected
As needed for classroom, office, lab and clinical settings.
Sensory Requirements
Please check the appropriate response that describe the sensory requirements for this position. Color Vision, Depth Perception, Distant Vision, Hearing, Near Vision, Peripheral Vision, Speaking, Vision (With and without corrective lenses)
Working Conditions & Exposures
Working Conditions or Exposures (or potential exposures) that this position may encounter during the course of the work day. Biohazard, Chemical Hazards, Electrical Current, Exposure or Potential Exposure to Blood/Body Fluids, Exposure to Infectious Diseases, Radiation, Vaccination recommended due to potential occupational exposure, Vaccination required due to potential occupational exposure, Walking/Standing on wood, metal or concrete, Work in narrow aisles/passageways Please describe, in more detail, any of the conditions checked above
As needed for classroom, office, lab and clinical settings.
Working Environment
Check the appropriate box(es) that best describes the environment in which the primary function of the position is performed. Classroom Environment, Clinical Environment, Lab Environment, Office Environment If you have indicated Other Environment, if work tasks involve one or more of the above, or if further explanation is necessary, please use the space provided.
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
Documents Needed to Apply
Required Documents
- Cover Letter
- Curriculum Vitae
- Reference List
- Transcripts
- Other
