Director of the School of Nursing

Thomas M. and Elizabeth D. Holder Endowed Chair of Nursing and Director of the Wellstar School of Nursing Kennesaw State University invites applications and nominations for the role of Thomas M. and Elizabeth D. Holder Endowed Chair of Nursing and Director of the Wellstar School of Nursing (WSON). Kennesaw State seeks a talented, collaborative, and creative leader to establish a forward-looking and innovative vision for the Wellstar School of Nursing. The school has engaged in a substantial partnership with Wellstar Health System that will provide amazing opportunities for Kennesaw State’s nursing students and communities throughout Atlanta and the state of Georgia. The next Director will develop a vision of continued growth and success for the School. WSON’s Director reports to the Dean of the Wellstar College of Health and Human Services, serves as WSON’s chief administrative officer, and leads all operational functions of the School. The Director is responsible for setting the vision for the School in alignment with the University/College vision, faculty hiring and development, enrollment and retention, CCNE accreditation, student success, fiscal management, and external engagements. The Director of WSON directly oversees a highly collaborative and supportive team consisting of an Associate Director, Associate Director for Undergraduate Programs, Associate Director for Graduate Programs, Assistant Director of Student Success, Assistant Director of Experiential Learning, Assistant Director of Academic Practice Partnerships, Clinical Faculty Coordinator, and Lab Coordinator. The next Director of the Wellstar School of Nursing will be expected to perform the following functions: Direct all aspects of the Wellstar School of Nursing (WSON), which is one of the largest in-person programs that prepare baccalaureate nursing students; Articulate a compelling vision and align the School’s strategic plan with institutional plans and priorities; Represent WSON and Kennesaw State University in its external relations with alums, donors, the community, state, and national organizations; and other relevant professional bodies; Provide leadership in fundraising, revenue generation, external grant acquisitions, and resource allocation to support the School’s aspirations and priorities; Commit to the recruitment, retention, and mentoring of all faculty, staff, and students; Strategically oversee WSON budgets, resource allocations, and budget planning; Maintain CCNE accreditation; Strategic oversight of hiring and growth; Build relationships with both community and clinical partners; Develop and implement entrepreneurial and innovation-related initiatives to foster collaboration, curriculum, and programs with external and community-based partners and enhance the reputation of WSON as a producer of qualified and caring nurses in the regional community and beyond; Strengthen existing and emphasize interdisciplinary research and scholarship to promote excellence in education and scholarship; Develop and implement strategies to create innovative and market-driven academic programs aimed at increasing on-campus and online undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral student enrollment; Create and advocate for nursing policies at the local, state, and federal levels; Effectively promote student recruitment and retention, as well as career development for alums; Prepare and analyze budgets for the School in conjunction with university administrators and faculty leadership at the School; Administer and oversee all financial operations of the School to ensure that funding priorities align with near- and long-term strategic objectives; Represent the School in its internal relations with administration and with other colleges and units within Kennesaw State University; Ensure a highly engaging and rewarding student experience and implement strategies to facilitate student success. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS An earned doctoral degree, or the foreign equivalent, in Nursing or a related field, with an academic background and appropriate credentials to be a tenured full professor in the Wellstar School of Nursing. Eligibility for a Georgia Nursing License. Three years of teaching experience in a nursing education program. Experience in higher education administration including leadership of personnel, budgeting, procurement, inventory, and facility management. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Demonstrated transformational and visionary leadership, with experience leading through growth and transition. A high level of interpersonal skills for communication, transparency, and collaboration. Fostering effective relationships within and beyond School and university. Evidence of research/scholarship. Evidence of teaching effectiveness. Experience in clinical practice. Established record of research, with external funding. Excellent skills in interpersonal relations, initiative, teamwork, problem-solving, independent judgment, organization, communication (verbal and written), time management, and project management. Experience and ability to successfully communicate with all levels within an organization, from senior management to operational teams. Demonstrated ability to navigate essential community, industry, and government partners. A team player comfortable with ambiguity as decisions or processes evolve over time and the ability to quickly refine strategies after receiving feedback from stakeholders. Entrepreneurial instincts, intellectual curiosity, and an ability to work both independently and as a team member. This is a full-time position that will be performed on-site in Georgia. Salary commensurate with experience with a generous benefits package. PROCEDURE FOR CANDIDACY Requested application materials include a letter of interest, a resume/CV, and a list of five references. All applications, nominations, and inquiries will remain confidential until finalists are identified for campus interviews. To express interest in this role please submit a compelling cover letter and resume directly through https://talent-profile.dsgco.com/search/v2/21631. For a confidential discussion regarding the position, please contact: Tom Fitch, Managing Director Brian Bustin, Senior Associate KSUNursingDirector@storbecksearch.com Kennesaw State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

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