Director School of Nursing

Department

Brooks College of Health, Dean

Compensation

$190,000.00 to Negotiable Annual

General Description/Primary Purpose:

The University of North Florida invites applications for the full-time Director position of the School of Nursing in the Brooks College of Health. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong leadership, adaptability, and the ability to effectively manage the complex requirements of a large School of Nursing which encompasses undergraduate nursing, online RN-BSN, MSN in Leadership, and DNP programs in family nurse practitioner, psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner, and nurse anesthesia.

Job Functions:

The Director of the School of Nursing reports to the Dean of the Brooks College of Health and has primary administrative responsibility for the leadership, management, and operation of the School of Nursing (SON), including oversight of faculty and staff. The Director provides strategic, academic, fiscal, and operational leadership to advance the mission and goals of the School, College, and University.

The Director is responsible for leading and ensuring the effective execution of the following duties:

Faculty and Staff LeadershipRecruit, hire, supervise, evaluate, develop, and retain highly qualified faculty and staff of sufficient number and expertise to fulfill the mission of the School of Nursing, College, and University.

Program Development and Community EngagementDevelop, evaluate, and promote high-quality academic programs that respond to workforce and community needs, in collaboration with faculty, the Dean, and the Associate Dean.

Academic Quality and ExcellenceMaintain and enhance the quality of teaching, research/scholarly activity, and service within the School of Nursing.

Accreditation and ComplianceOversee and support accreditation processes by assisting assistant directors, program directors, faculty, and staff in the preparation of required documentation and ensuring continued accreditation compliance.

Research and Scholarly EnvironmentFoster and sustain an environment in which research and scholarly activity are recognized as integral components of the academic mission.

Faculty Development and AdvancementSupport faculty orientation, mentoring, and professional growth, including promotion and tenure processes.

Fiscal Planning and Resource AllocationEstablish fiscal priorities for the School of Nursing in collaboration with faculty, the Dean, the Associate Dean, and Development Officers.

Budget and Facilities ManagementManage School of Nursing budgets, resources, and facilities to ensure effective, efficient, and fiscally responsible operations aligned with School and College goals.

Strategic Vision and PlanningProvide leadership and vision for faculty and staff and develop, implement, and assess a strategic plan for the School of Nursing.

Program Growth and InnovationDevelop innovative strategies to meet increasing programmatic demands while integrating the needs and interests of the community and healthcare partners.

Clinical Partnerships and Affiliation AgreementsEnsure adequate clinical placement opportunities for undergraduate students and graduate preceptors through affiliation agreements and sustained partnerships with community and clinical agencies.

Staff Supervision and DevelopmentSupervise office and support staff and promote opportunities for professional development and growth.

Communication and Shared GovernanceMaintain open, effective, and transparent communication through regular meetings with faculty, staff, students, and administrative leadership.

Policy ImplementationImplement and ensure compliance with School of Nursing, College, and University policies and procedures.

Academic Administration and ReportingEnsure coordination of curriculum changes across relevant university entities and oversee the timely completion of faculty activity reports, course schedules, teaching assignments, program reviews, and other required reports.

Evaluation and Performance ManagementConduct annual evaluations, tenure appraisals, and performance reviews for School of Nursing faculty and staff, as appropriate.

Advancement and Donor RelationsCultivate and maintain relationships with current and prospective donors to support the mission and advancement of the School of Nursing.

Advisory Board LeadershipFacilitate and support meetings of the Nursing Advisory Board, composed of leaders from the nursing and healthcare community.

Required Qualifications:

• Doctoral Degree in Nursing

• National certification in Nursing

• Five or more years of combined teaching and/or leadership in a department/school/college of nursing.

• Appointable as Associate or Full Professor with eligibility for graduate faculty status

Preferred Qualifications / Skills:

• Demonstrated experience in curriculum development, faculty supervision, and budget management

• Previous experience as chair/director of nursing school/college.

• Experience with accreditation from AACN and /or other accreditors

• Record of published work in refereed journals

• Demonstrated experience in distance and/or hybrid education

• Experience representing a school/college/university in a professional manner at internal and external meetings, presentations, and other events.

Supervisor: This position will report to the Dean of the Brooks College of Health.

Working Hours: Varies

Supervision Exercised: Yes

Required Licensure: National certification in Nursing

Anticipated Start Date: The position is expected to begin on July 6, 2026.

Additional Application Materials Required:Applicants should be prepared to provide the following required documents:

• Current curriculum vitae

• Cover letter

• Name, phone number, and email address of three professional references will be requested during the application review stage.

The selected candidate will be required to submit official transcripts (and, as applicable, U.S. degree equivalency evaluations) documenting the conferral of their qualifying academic credentials by the date of hire.

Additional Requirements:Applicants may be required to upload additional documents based on their responses to the Foreign Influence Review questions.• Passport (all pages, including blank pages) and• Form DS-160 (if ever submitted. If not, upload an explanation)

Application Review Date: Initial review of applications will begin on April 13, 2026

Job Posting Close Date: Open until filled.

How to Apply: Applicants must submit an online application that includes all required application documents. If you have any questions about this position, please contact Alethia Wilkerson at alethia.wilkerson@unf.edu.

About the Department: The School of Nursing offers a wide variety of programs at the undergraduate and graduate levels. Our programs have a community-based, population-focused curriculum corresponding to changes in healthcare delivery trends. The curriculum helps students understand community environments as well as nurturing and building relationships with agencies within the community. For more information about the School of Nursing visit: https://www.unf.edu/brooks/nursing/index.html.

Statement(s) of Understanding

This position requires a background check. In conjunction with the University's policy, this position may also require a credit check.

The holder of this position is designated as a “Responsible Employee” pursuant to their role under Title IX. Therefore, the incumbent must promptly report allegations of sexual misconduct, sexual violence, and child sexual abuse by or against any student, employee, contractor, or visitor to the University’s Title IX Administrator or any divisional Title IX Coordinator

Pursuant to Florida Statute 1010.35, this position requires additional information from all applicants seeking research or research-related positions prior to an interview or offer of employment. Applicants MUST fully complete the Foreign Influence Review section of their application. Additional documents (e.g., passport) may be required based on form responses.

Equal Opportunity

The University of North Florida (UNF) is committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for all who interact in our community. In building this environment, we strive to attract students, faculty and staff from a variety of cultures, backgrounds and life experiences. The University of North Florida does not commit or permit discrimination or harassment on the basis of genetic information, race, color, religion, age, sex, disability, marital status, national origin, or veteran status in any educational, employment, social, recreational program or activity that it offers. In addition, UNF will not commit or permit retaliation against an individual who reports discrimination or harassment or an individual who cooperates in an investigation of an alleged violation of university regulation.

Carnegie

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