Associate Dean, School of Nursing and Health Sciences

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Position Overview

The Associate Dean of Nursing Programs is a member of the leadership team for the School of Nursing. Under the direction of the Dean and in close collaboration with the Associate Dean of Undergraduate programs is responsible for leadership and oversight of the development, implementation, and evaluation of outstanding, innovative academic programs in the School of Nursing. This position assumes responsibility for the accreditation, curriculum development, and evaluation and assessment of all program outcomes. 

The Associate Dean of Nursing Programs will provide leadership and direction to faculty and professional staff in the development of initiatives and academic activities that promote student success, help to meet expected program outcomes, as well as align with the Endicott College mission to provide students with meaningful experiential learning. An academic appointment, if applicable, will be determined separately in accordance with the College’s academic appointment process.
 

About Endicott College

Endicott College is a vibrant community located on Boston’s North Shore, with a beautiful oceanfront campus in Beverly, Massachusetts. We’re known for combining academic excellence with hands-on learning, and we take pride in fostering a supportive environment for both students and employees. 

Working at Endicott means joining a close-knit campus community where your contributions matter and where collaboration, creativity, and professional growth are valued.

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Key Responsibilities 

Lead the SON in successful program-level and institutional-level accreditation activities with all accreditation and oversight boards. (40%)

• Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE)

• Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN)

• New England Commission of Higher Education (NECHE)

• Leads the SON in assessment and evaluation of all program outcomes.

• Develops, oversees, and implements the evaluation process of all programs, including survey development, refinement, and analysis of outcomes.

• Works with the Dean to develop and implement the systematic plan of evaluation and reporting to accreditation agencies.

Ensure a high-quality graduate curriculum with exceptional program outcomes that features meaningful, innovative, and experiential teaching strategies in line with the mission of the School of Nursing and the college. (40%)

• Ensure licensure and certification success through oversight, implementation, and effective use of programs (Fitzgerald Course).

• Collaborate with Program Chairs regarding curricular needs for adjunct laboratory, simulation, and clinical faculty.

• Assist with the vetting, appointing, orienting, and mentoring of faculty members while also creating an atmosphere of inclusivity and community within the SON.

• Oversee regular performance evaluations of faculty and professional staff to ensure continuous improvement.

• Oversee direct reports and promote a positive and inclusive work environment that supports the professional growth of staff while fostering a commitment to academic innovation and excellence.

• Assist the Dean in development and management of the operating and capital budgets.

Represent the SON in the community through participation in scholarship, service, and professional development activities that promote the school. (20%)

• Support Admission and Recruiting events – especially at the graduate level, which requires the Associate Dean to work very closely with the Admission/Recruiting and Marketing/Communications Department (website design) and program chairs to establish and implement effective recruiting measures for graduate programs.

• Attain revenue targets for the graduate programs.

• Advises students based on the needs of the school.

• Teaches 2 courses/year based on the needs of the school.

• Other duties as assigned

Community Engagement

• Be an active participant in the life of the College by attending and supporting major events such as Commencement, Homecoming, and other all-hands-on-deck gatherings. As a member of the leadership team, model a strong commitment to community engagement.

Core Competencies

• Reliability: able to get the job done, available and engaged with the job and the Endicott community. 

• Organization: organizes time and resources well so that work is done efficiently and on time.

• Communication Skills: has clear, effective, and efficient ways of communicating, both orally and in writing.

• Adaptability: shows a willingness to adopt new ideas and to do things differently.

• Follow Through: takes ownership of projects and sees them through to fruition.

• Customer Service: anticipates the needs and responds to queries in a timely, competent, and approachable manner.

• Initiative/Personal Leadership: identifies opportunities for improvement and actively contributes to solutions.

• Team Player: shows a willingness to collaborate and share information, knowledge, and experience with team members.

Qualifications and Skills

• Doctorate in nursing or related field; experience with a professional accreditation;

• Effective verbal/written communication skills and proficiency in English language;

• Commitment to inclusive education and developing cultural competencies among faculty, staff, and students with a lens toward social justice;

• Documented record of academic scholarship in a related field;

• Demonstrated ability to mentor students at the undergraduate and graduate levels;

• Evidence of outstanding teaching competencies, including online, lab, and simulation; Evidence of a commitment to service;

• Active participation in professional organizations;

• Excellent interpersonal and collaborative skills with high interest in working with all levels of learners (traditional, non-traditional, and adult students);

• Self-directed with excellent organizational skills;

• Detail-oriented and student-centered are essential to the position;

• The position is based out of Beverly, MA;

• Strong computer experience, which must include the ability to work effectively with MS Office suite products, i.e., Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Google Suite (Google Drive, Docs, Sheets, Forms), and Canvas Learning Management System.

Effective Date of Current Version:  September 2026

In compliance with Massachusetts pay transparency law, the annual base salary range for this position is $125,000-$165,000. Endicott College considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, relevant work experience, education, specialized skills, internal equity, and external market data when extending an offer. The final salary is determined by the Human Resources Office based on these factors. This range reflects base salary only and does not include benefits or other compensation.

To apply, please submit your resume/CV and a cover letter.