Job Description:Assistant Dean of NursingNon-Unit Professional position, 37.5 hours/weekCampus Location: DanversSALARY: Salary range $125,000.00 - $135,000.00.
The offered salary will be commensurate with experience and education but will not exceed the stated range. Full time benefited employees at North Shore Community College are eligible for a comprehensive benefits package offered through the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. Click HERE for a highlight of these benefits.
At this time, the College is not providing sponsorships for Visas.GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES:The Assistant Dean of Nursing is accountable to students, faculty, and College administration for ensuring the safe, ethical, compliant, and effective operation of the nursing programs. This position provides leadership for the planning, implementation, evaluation, and continuous improvement of all program activities and is responsible for maintaining accurate documentation and administrative oversight in collaboration with nursing faculty.
The Assistant Dean promotes operational excellence by ensuring compliance with applicable state and federal regulations, Board of Nursing requirements, and, when applicable, national accreditation standards. Working closely with the Dean of Health Professions, Department Chairs, nursing faculty, support staff, and College administrators, the Assistant Dean fosters a culture of quality, collaboration, and continuous program improvement.
The ideal candidate is a proactive and innovative leader who demonstrates sound judgment, strong communication skills, and a commitment to student success. This individual advances nursing education initiatives aligned with the College's mission and strategic priorities while strengthening partnerships with high schools, four-year institutions, healthcare organizations, and community stakeholders to expand educational pathways and workforce opportunities in nursing. Through collaborative leadership and strategic engagement, the Assistant Dean supports program growth, academic excellence, and the preparation of a highly qualified nursing workforce.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS (not intended to be an exhaustive list):- Provide administrative oversight and leadership for the Nursing Education and Practical Nursing Department;
- Serve as the Nurse Administrator/Administrator of Record in accordance with Board of Registration in Nursing (BORN) and Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN) requirements;
- Ensure each nursing program complies with applicable licensing, accreditation, regulatory, and College requirements; prepare and submit required reports; and maintain records in accordance with all applicable standards and policies;
- Collaborate with faculty to ensure programs meet BORN and ACEN standards and support continuous program improvement;
- Develop and manage annual budgets for the Associate Degree Nursing and Practical Nursing programs in collaboration with program directors and the Dean of Health Professions.
- Participate in College governance and serve on committees that support administrative and academic leadership;
- Provide leadership for competency-based curriculum, instruction, and program development; evaluate outcomes and recommend improvements aligned with contemporary evidence-based practice;
- Develop, implement, and evaluate program goals, objectives, policies, and services consistent with the College's mission, philosophy, and strategic plan;
- Coordinate program reviews and review program outcomes in collaboration with appropriate faculty and administrators;
- Manage and participate in administrative, board, department, and other meetings to maintain effective communication and information flow;
- Orient and mentor new full-time and part-time faculty and staff in collaboration with current faculty;
- Support searches for full-time and part-time nursing faculty positions;
- Support faculty in using varied instructional methods, including distance technologies and simulation, to strengthen teaching effectiveness and student outcomes;
- Assist with class schedules and teaching assignments to support program needs and student learning;
- Facilitate and monitor faculty workload and assignments;
- Work with the Clinical Compliance Officers and program chairs to secure and maintain clinical placements for students in both programs, including use of the Centralized Clinical Placement (CCP) system and participation in CCP meetings;
- Build and maintain collaborative relationships with clinical placement facilities and develop innovative clinical and workforce partnerships;
SUPERVISION RECEIVED: Dean of Health Professions
Requirements: - Current Registered Nurse Licensure; unencumbered Registered Nurse license in Massachusetts
- Master's degree or Doctorate in nursing from an accredited institution.
- Minimum of five years of full-time nursing experience.
- Minimum of three years of teaching and leadership experience in a nursing education program designed to prepare graduates to practice as a Licensed Practical or Registered Nurse.
- Demonstrated knowledge of ACEN accreditation standards and processes.
- Knowledge of Massachusetts Board of Registration in Nursing regulations governing pre-licensure nursing programs.
- Candidates will be required to pass a CORI/SORI and/or National background check as a condition of employment.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:- Experience serving as a Dean, Associate Dean, Director, Chair, or Nursing Program Administrator in a community college, university, or multi-program nursing department.
- Experience leading both practical nursing (PN) and registered nursing (AND) programs.
- Experience leading accreditation self-studies, site visits, substantive change reports, annual reports, and continuous quality improvement activities.
- Experience with simulation-based education, competency-based education, distance education, and innovative instructional delivery methods, including online and hybrid learning. National certification in nursing leadership or nurse education (e.g., CNE, CENP, NEA-BC).
- Experience establishing and maintaining partnerships with healthcare agencies, workforce development organizations, and clinical education partners.
- Demonstrated success using data to improve:
- NCLEZ outcomes
- Program completion rates
- Student retention
- Graduate employment outcomes
- Achievement of end-of-program student learning outcomes
Additional Information:START DATE: June 1, 2027
Application Instructions:TO APPLY: To be considered for this position click on the "Apply Now" button, you will be prompted to set up a new account or login to an existing account. You will be able to upload the following required documents for consideration:
- Cover Letter, describing your qualifications and experience
- Resume/CV
- Applicants selected for an interview will need to provide the names, address, email and telephone number of at least three current professional references. [References won't be contacted without application notification]
First consideration will be given to those who apply by
November 23, 2026.
