Academic Division Director- Nursing and Allied Health Programs

CT State Community College

$109K *
Education, Government & Non-Profit
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Master's degree in Nursing and a valid Connecticut nursing license
  • 4+ years of teaching nursing in higher education
  • 2+ years of experience supervising healthcare or academic professionals
  • Strong background in curriculum design and teaching methodology
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Responsibilities

  • Manage nursing and allied health degree and certificate programs
  • Design and develop curricula and courses for assigned programs
  • Oversee faculty selection and professional development
  • Ensure instructional quality and assess program effectiveness
  • Manage the budget and fiscal responsibilities of the division
  • Cultivate community relations and partnerships
  • Address student needs and oversee student relations

Benefits

  • Generous leave policies
  • Multiple retirement plan options
  • Comprehensive health insurance choices
  • Supplemental benefits for retirement and family protection
  • Tuition reimbursement (if applicable)
Full Job Description
Position Details
Posted: July 10, 2026
Level: Community College Professional 22, 12-month, tenure track position
Employment Type:Standard
Hours: Full-time, 35 hours per week
Anticipated Start Date:
Work Location: CT State Quinebaug Valley (Willimantic Center 729 Main Street, Willimantic, CT 06226)
Work Modality: On-site; Position is not remote
Closing Date: Open until filled, with priority consideration given to applicants who submit materials by Wednesday, August 8, 2026. Position Summary

The Academic Division Director - Nursing and Allied Health Programs manages academic degree and certificate programs in nursing and related disciplines such as paramedic and allied health subjects at a Community College. The Director's services include the design and development of courses and curricula and the direction of assigned faculty and staff in teaching and administering the instructional programs. Some of the College's learning programs may include continuing education and non-credit programs under the position's direction.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Under the direction of a Dean or other administrator, the Academic Division Director - Nursing and Allied Health Programs is accountable for assuring the successful conduct of the Division's programs and for the optimum learning outcomes of its students through effective performance in these essential functional areas:
Key responsibilities include:
  • Program and curriculum design and development
  • Faculty selection and professional development
  • Instructional quality
  • Budget and fiscal management
  • Administration and resource management
  • Program evaluation and assessment
  • Community relations
  • Student relations

Additional responsibilities include:
  • Attendance and participation at convocation and commencement ceremonies
  • Service on assigned committees and task forces
  • Attendance and participation at committee, staff, informational and professional meetings which may occur during evenings and weekends.

This posting outlines qualifications, experience, and skills but is not limited to the full specifications in the official job description.
Minimum Qualifications

Master's degree in Nursing together with a Connecticut license to practice nursing and four (4) or more years of teaching nursing subjects in higher education and two (2) or more years of experience in supervising health care or academic professionals; or a combination of education, training and experience which would provide the competencies required for successful performance of the position's essential duties.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
  • Nursing and related health profession curriculum design, course and syllabi development and of appropriate and effective teaching materials and methods.
  • Classroom and laboratory teaching effectiveness.
  • Research methodology and in evaluation of academic program effectiveness.
  • Leading and directing faculty and staff in a higher education environment.
  • Management of operating budgets and plans.
  • Ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds, including individuals with disabilities
  • Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams)
Preferred Qualifications
  • APRN, D.N.P., Ed.D. or Ph.D. in Nursing or closely related field
  • Previous experience as a director or associate director in an LPN or RN program
  • Experience in developing and implementing innovative nursing education strategies.
  • Experience establishing relationships with local healthcare facilities for potential clinical partnerships.
Salary and Benefits
  • Salary $109,799 approximate annual

CT State offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:
  • Generous leave policies
  • Multiple retirement plan options
  • Comprehensive health insurance choices
  • Supplemental benefits for retirement and family protection
  • Tuition reimbursement (if applicable)

For more information, visit: CSCU - Human Resources - Future Employees.
Application Instructions

To apply, please submit the following:
  • A cover letter
  • A current resume

In your cover letter, you must clearly address how your experience and skills align with each of the required and preferred qualifications. The cover letter may be entered as text in the application system or uploaded as a single combined file with the resume.

Your resume must include the names of three (3) current professional references, including their titles, email addresses, and telephone numbers.

Important Notes:
  • Incomplete applications or those submitted after the closing date will not be considered
  • Links to external resume or profile sites will not be accepted
  • Apply online at: www.ct.edu/hr/jobs
  • CT State Community College cannot sponsor work visas.
  • Applicants must be authorized to work full-time in the United States
Selection Process

After the closing date, applications will be reviewed by a selection committee. Candidates selected for further consideration will be those who best meet the minimum and preferred qualifications and who submitted all required materials by the deadline.

The selection process may include interviews and practical exercises (e.g., written, technical, or simulation exercises). Finalists will be recommended to the Hiring Manager for final selection.

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