College of Nursing and Health Sciences -- Dean
Finalists Announced
The Search and Screen Committee for the Dean of Nursing and Health Sciences has identified two finalists for the position:
- Wendy M. Nehring, RN, PhD, FAAN, FAAIDD (Associate Dean for Academic Affairs, Director of Graduate Programs, and Associate Professor of the College of Nursing at Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey). Visiting May 7 through May 9.
- Julie Elaine Johnson, PhD, RN, FAAN (Elisa and Antonio H. Enriquez Endowed Professor in the School of Nursing at New Mexico State University in Las Cruce, New Mexico). Visiting May 12 through May 14.
Dr. Wendy M. Nehring will be visiting campus May 7 through May 9:
Dr. Julie Elaine Johnson will be visiting campus May 12 through May 14:
Position Announcement
College of Nursing and Health Sciences
The University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire invites nominations and applications for the position of Dean of the College of Nursing and Health Sciences. The Dean is the visionary administrative leader of the College and the chief advocate for the mission of the College’s student- centered academic programs, including empowering tomorrow’s leaders. The Dean manages the College’s budget, its academic programs, and the recruitment and development of a diverse faculty, staff and student body. The Dean promotes faculty and student research and scholarship, facilitates and oversees College personnel matters, and works collaboratively with other campus deans and administrators and community organizations to advance the mission of the College of Nursing and Health Sciences and the goals of the University. The anticipated start date is summer 2008.
The College of Nursing and Health Sciences offers CCNE accredited BSN and MSN programs, and an accredited BS program in Environmental Public Health to 700 undergraduate and 69 graduate students, with 47.5 FTE faculty and staff. We offer a BSN program in Eau Claire and Marshfield, WI. Faculty and classrooms at both sites are connected by live, interactive video. We collaborate in a statewide RN/BSN program, and provide both distance and onsite RN/BSN/MSN programming. At the graduate level, students select Adult or Family Specialization and role preparation in nursing education, nursing administration, or advanced clinical practice (preparation for certification as nurse practitioner or clinical nurse specialist).
With a reputation of responding to community/state needs, the College is regularly involved in new initiatives. Current initiatives include an accelerated program, planning for a DNP program, expansion of the BSN program at the Marshfield site, enhancing community connections in public health/community, supporting a diverse faculty and student body, and maintaining an environmentally friendly milieu.
RESPONSIBILITIES / POSITION DESCRIPTION:
The Dean is the intellectual and administrative leader of the College, and the chief advocate for the mission and purpose of the College’s academic programs.
Responsibilities include the following:
- Lead the development, evaluation, and administration of the activities of the faculty and academic staff and of the academic programs of the College, including curriculum, instruction, advising, and scholarship.
- Provide visionary leadership within the College, University, and broader community, based on a strong knowledge and value of the integral relationship between liberal education and professional education.
- Advise the Provost and Vice Chancellor in matters of academic program, budget, facilities, personnel, and support services and act as a strong advocate for, and representative of, the College of Nursing and Health Sciences.
- Encourage and maintain academic standards, and administer academic regulations within the College with vision for future direction.
- Develop, recommend, and administer the College budget.
- Organize, represent, and preside over the faculty and academic staff of the College.
- Seek gift and grant support for the College, working cooperatively and collaboratively with the University Foundation, and the Office of Research and Sponsored Programs.
- Promote professional development and research and other scholarly and creative activities, including faculty and academic staff and undergraduate student research collaboration.
- Establish and maintain appropriate records relating to faculty and academic staff, students, and alumni of the College.
- Recommend to the Provost and Vice Chancellor all personnel matters relating to the appointments, evaluation, and promotion of faculty and academic staff, and tenure of College faculty.
- Encourage partnerships within the College, across the University, and within the community, including those involving collaborative teaching, research, practice, and service.
- Promote public service and encourage outreach activities that serve the community and the professions.
- Work cooperatively and collaboratively with the academic deans of the other colleges as well as with the Associate Vice Chancellors.
- Provide leadership in affirmative action, cultural diversity, international education, and interdisciplinary studies.
- Work closely with the University Dean of Graduate Studies as well as the Director of Continuing Education to assist in providing leadership for lifelong learning through Graduate Studies and Continuing Education.
POSITION QUALIFICATIONS:
Required:
- A doctorate in nursing or closely related field and a masters degree in nursing;
- Eligible for tenure;
- Evidence of a strong record of professional experience, teaching, scholarship, publication, and service;
- Current RN Licensure in the United States and eligibility for RN licensure in Wisconsin;
- Demonstrated effectiveness in educational administration and budget management;
- Commitment to faculty governance;
- Demonstrated history of success in seeking gift and grant funds;
- Ability to maintain academic standards and administer academic regulations with vision for future directions;
- Dedication to fostering a diverse learning environment;
- Dedication to promoting faculty research and other scholarly and creative activities;
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills;
- Ability to build and maintain strong relationships and represent the College effectively both internally and externally.
Preferred:
- Knowledge in environmental public health disciplines;
- Recognition for regional, national, and/or international leadership;
- Commitment to social justice and dedication to empowering leaders for a just and humane world;
- Sophisticated understanding of global issues and advocacy for service to at-risk populations.
APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS:
To apply, provide a letter of application, curriculum vita, and the names and contact information of three references. Please send applications electronically (PDF attachments preferred) to: Dean of Nursing and Health Sciences Search in care of Caitlin Lee at leemai@uwec.edu .
Ms. Lee can also be contacted at:
Affirmative Action Office
217 Schofield Hall
University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire
Eau Claire, WI 54702-4004
715-836-2387
The university reserves the right to check additional references with notice given to the candidate. Applicants’ names are subject to public release unless confidentiality has been requested in writing. Finalists’ names must be released upon request. A criminal background check will be required prior to employment.
APPLICATION DEADLINE: To ensure consideration, completed applications must be received by April 4, 2008. Screening may continue until the position is filled.
UW-Eau Claire is an AA/EEO employer dedicated to enhancing diversity.
Posted 3/4/08
