Dean - College of Health Sciences

Overview

The Dean of the College of Health Sciences is a critical member of the university leadership team, reporting to the Chief Academic Officer. The Dean provides strategic leadership and administrative oversight for the College, which includes the Physician Assistant (PA), Nursing, Diagnostic Imaging, and Public Health programs. The Dean works closely with Program Directors and faculty to set academic goals, enhance program offerings, ensure compliance with accreditation standards, and develop a cohesive vision for the growth and success of the college.

In addition to overseeing the day-to-day operations, the Dean is responsible for fostering an environment of academic excellence, supporting faculty development, and promoting a student-centered approach to healthcare education. The Dean will be instrumental in exploring and developing new programs in response to emerging trends in healthcare and the needs of the workforce. This role also includes collaboration with university leadership to integrate health sciences programs into broader institutional initiatives and ensure their alignment with the university’s mission.

Responsibilities

·      Strategic Leadership and Academic Planning:

• Lead the development of a strategic vision for the College of Health Sciences, including the expansion of existing programs and the creation of new healthcare programs in line with workforce demands.
• Ensure all programs within the College meet accreditation standards and prepare for any upcoming accreditation reviews or site visits.
• Work with faculty and Program Directors to establish academic priorities, goals, and curriculum improvements that align with the needs of the healthcare industry.

·      Program Development and Innovation:

• Drive the development of new academic programs in healthcare, ensuring that they address emerging trends in the field, such as advancements in telehealth, health informatics, or specialized clinical training.
• Identify opportunities for interdisciplinary collaboration within the college and across the university to foster innovation in health sciences education.

·      Faculty Recruitment and Development:

• Recruit and retain a diverse and talented faculty, ensuring that faculty members are provided with opportunities for professional development, research, and scholarship.
• Oversee faculty promotion and tenure processes, ensuring transparency and alignment with institutional standards.

·      Student Success and Enrollment Management:

• Collaborate with Student Affairs and Admissions to develop and implement strategies for student recruitment, retention, and success, ensuring a diverse, talented, and engaged student body to meet and exceed enrollment targets and drive sustainable growth.

o   Focus on providing effective academic advising, support services, and resources to students, with an emphasis on a student-centered learning environment and strong student outcomes.

·      Accreditation and Compliance:

• Ensure compliance with all federal and state regulations as well as accreditation standards for all health-related programs.
• Lead accreditation efforts, including preparation for site visits, reports, and continuous improvement initiatives.

·      Budgeting and Resource Management:

• Develop and manage the college’s budget, allocating resources effectively to support program growth, faculty development, and student success.
• Seek out external funding opportunities, including grants and partnerships, to enhance program offerings and support strategic initiatives.

·      External Representation and Partnership Development:

• Represent the College of Health Sciences both within and outside the university, building relationships with healthcare organizations, alumni, donors, and community partners.
• Engage in fundraising efforts, in coordination with the university's Advancement team, to support college initiatives and future program development.

·      Collaboration and Institutional Leadership:

• Collaborate with other University & TUS leaders to contribute to institution- and system-wide initiatives and align the goals of the College of Health Sciences with the broader University and Touro University System mission.
• Serve on key University committees and task forces as needed to support institutional goals and priorities.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES (if applicable): should reflect who the employee is supervising and what the expectations are.

Direct supervision of Associate Deans, Assistant Deans, and Program Directors, as well as an Executive Administrative Assistant.

Qualifications

• Earned doctoral degree (PhD, EdD, DNP, DrPH) with qualifications for appointment at the rank of Professor (preferred).
• A proven track record of leadership in higher education administration, particularly in health-related programs.
• Demonstrated experience in developing and implementing innovative healthcare education programs.

·      Strong background in accreditation, clinical practice, and workforce education in health sciences disciplines.

CORE COMPETENCIES: identify the behavior an employee is expected to demonstrate.

·      A broad understanding of complex issues related to clinical practice, workforce education, assessment and accreditation within the college disciplines

·      A commitment to student success and ability to make data informed decisions to support learning goals and outcomes

·      Experience integrating emerging technologies into the teaching-learning process and supporting instructional andragogy

·      An ability to motivate and develop faculty to pursue excellence in teaching, scholarship, research, and service

·      Administrative experience leading strategic and operational planning, preparation of budgets, effective management of resources within a budget, personnel organization and management, and student and faculty recruiting

·      Experience with public and private funding agencies, professional organizations, university governance, and political process

·      Unquestioned integrity and a commitment to nurturing an academic environment that welcomes people of diverse backgrounds and experiences and promotes their full development

·      Strong relationship-building and communication skills to work with and engage multiple and diverse constituencies

Maximum Salary

Minimum Salary

Salary : $168,000 - $210,000