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Mercy University Director of Professional Development and Academic Excellence, Nursing in Dobbs Ferry, New York

Director of Professional Development and Academic Excellence, Nursing

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Director of Professional Development and Academic Excellence, Nursing

Salary

$82,000.00 - $104,000.00 Annually

Location

Bronx, NY

Job Type

Full Time Staff

Job Number

00655

Division

School of Nursing

Opening Date

02/06/2024

Union Status

Non-Union

  • Description

  • Benefits

Job Posting Summary

The Mercy University School of Nursing invites applications for this exciting position.

The Director is primarily responsible for advancing faculty development and positioning the school to be a Center of Excellence. The individual selected for this role will advance the scholarship of teaching and learning and enhance the pedagogical expertise of nurse educators in the art and science of nursing education. The Director will provide oversight of program effectiveness and strategies that support student outcomes. As part of the leadership team, this role requires knowledge and expertise in co-creating an infrastructure that supports continuous quality improvement.

Essential Job Functions & Responsibilities

  • Prioritizes professional development needs of faculty

  • Analyzes student outcomes to determine academic support opportunities

  • Provides guidance in teaching-learning practices that support student outcomes

  • Collaborates with undergraduate and graduate faculty in the review, analysis, and summary of student outcomes (to include norm referenced exams, licensing, and certification rates, DFWIs)

  • Develops a comprehensive plan that blends teaching and learning with student success

  • Uses data to inform and contribute to curriculum recommendations

  • Recommends new programs, policies, and/or procedures that support faculty and academic excellence

  • Establishes a year-round program of faculty development programs

  • Provides faculty guidance in the development and revision of curricula

  • Adopts best practices for faculty development and student success

  • Strengthens the use of technology to advance teaching and learning

  • Actively seeks educational grants to promote data driven practices

  • Contributes to a culture of collaboration

  • Collaborates with the Associate Deans to implement strategies that strengthen academic outcomes

  • Provides innovative continuing education programs that support intellectual inquiry and optimize the teacher-learner experience

  • Supports faculty translation of evidence-based pedagogical research into practice

  • Maintains contact with graduates to support licensing exam and certification pass rates

  • Evaluates and responds to the changes in teacher and learner preparedness

  • Reviews and updates the onboarding process for new faculty

  • Evaluates the effectiveness of academic success initiatives

  • Provides timely communication to the Dean’s office on performance metrics and data-based solutions

  • Contributes to scholarly activities that advance teaching and learning in nursing education

  • Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned

Qualifications

Required Skills & Experience:

  • Evidence of scholarly achievement to advance teaching and learning (publications, presentations, and/or research)

  • A demonstrated knowledge of, commitment to, and outcomes for diversity, equity, and inclusion

  • Proven history of advancing academic excellence (providing professional development)

  • Demonstrated commitment to supporting student success

  • Demonstrated grant writing skills and/or securing funding for educational research

  • Strong ability to communicate effectively in oral and written format

  • A minimum of (7) years' experience teaching in a nursing program

Education Requirements:

  • A master's degree in nursing from an accredited college or university (PhD, EdD, or DNP preferred)

    Physical/Other Requirements:

  • Must be able to push, pull, move or lift up to 50 lbs. Must be able to meet all general health requirements for the position as per college policies

    Applicants must submit a complete application consisting of a cover letter addressing the applicant’s qualifications, curriculum vitae, and the names, addresses, telephone numbers, and email contacts for at least three professional references. The initial review of completed applications will begin immediately and will continue until the positions are filled.

    Compensation offered will be commensurate with the educational background and work experience of the individual.

    Mercy University promotes a community campus environment. As a result, employment is limited to the following states: New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, and Pennsylvania. Applicants outside of those states or the USA will be required to relocate. Relocation assistance may be provided for eligible moves.

About Mercy

Mercy University is a dynamic, diverse New York City area university whose students are on a personal mission to get the most out of life by getting the most out of their education. Our institution is an independent, coeducational university that offers more than 100 undergraduate and graduate degree and certificate programs within six schools: Business, Education, Health and Natural Sciences, Nursing, Liberal Arts and Social and Behavioral Sciences. Mercy's efforts in these programs have been recognized over the last several years. As a federally designated Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI), Mercy University, has been honored by being ranked nationally among the top Colleges in the country for Hispanics by the Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities (HACU).

Mercy University was further recognized by HACU as a national leader in awarding bachelor's degrees to Hispanics in several disciplines, including Psychology, Sociology and Business. Additionally, to support our diverse student body, Mercy University has pursued and been awarded a number of federal grants which enable us to better develop and deliver services to our students. Mercy University is proud to be recognized as an institution which helps under-served students to achieve their educational aspirations. Westchester Magazine has also named Mercy the Best College in Westchester County in 2019, 2020 and 2022. The vibrancy of the University culture is sustained by a diverse student body from around the region. Serving 8,500 full-time and part-time undergraduate and graduate students, the University offers campuses in Dobbs Ferry, Bronx, Manhattan as well as online offerings.

At Mercy University we strive to provide employees and their families with a comprehensive and valuable benefits package. We offer high-quality health care plans, retirement benefits, tuition discounts, flexible spending, and much more.

Our Mission:

Mercy University is committed to providing motivated students the opportunity to transform their lives through higher education by offering liberal arts and professional programs in personalized and high quality learning environments, thus preparing students to embark on rewarding careers, to continue learning throughout their lives and to act ethically and responsibly in a changing world.

EEO Statement

Mercy University is an equal opportunity employer. Mercy University actively engages in recruiting a diverse workforce and student body that includes members of historically underrepresented groups and strives to build and sustain a welcoming and supportive campus community. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, national origin, ethnicity, creed, religion, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, pregnancy, height, weight, genetic information, disability, or protected veteran status.

The posted salary range for this position is based on several legitimate, non-discriminatory factors set by the company. The University is committed to ensuring equal pay opportunities for equal work regardless of gender, race, or any other category protected by federal, state, or local pay equity laws.

Campus Safety

Mercy University is committed to providing a safe and welcoming environment for all. Information regarding campus safety can be found here .

Mercy University strives to provide employees and their families with a comprehensive and valuable benefits package. We offer high-quality health care plans, retirement benefits, tuition discounts, flexible spending, and much more.

Health Insurance:

UntitedHealthcare Oxford

In-network and out-of-network plan options

EmblemHealth HIP Prime HMO (Union Staff)

Dental Insurance:

UnitedHealthcare Oxford

In-network and out-of-network plan options

Vision Insurance:

UntitedHealthcare Oxford

Paid Time Off:

Mercy University provides generous leave benefits to its employees.

Disabilities & Workers Compensation Insurance:

Coverage in accordance with New York State regulations

Life Insurance:

Long-Term Disability:The Hartford

Short-Term Disability:The Hartford

Flexible Spending Account (FSA):

Ameriflex

Retirement Benefits:

TIAA

The Mercy University Retirement Plan is comprised of two components:

Deferred Compensation Plan

All eligible employees may contribute to the Deferred Compensation Plan on a pre-tax basis upon joining the University.

Defined Contribution Plan

Eligible employees are enrolled in the Defined Contribution Plan after two (2) years of full-time employment at Mercy University and receive a semi-monthly contribution from the College, based on age and salary. If an employee is under age 36, they will receive a contribution of 3.3% of their annual salary each pay period. If an employee is age 36 or older, they will receive a contribution of 9% of their annual salary each pay period.

If employed full-time for two (2) or more consecutive years by another institution(s) of higher education (college or university), without an intervening break in service within the last twelve (12) months prior to employment before joining Mercy, please submit a waiting period waiver form to Office of Human Resources. The Defined Contribution will begin as of the first day of the month following receipt of the completed waiver form.

Remote Work:

Mercy University recognizes the important role that workplace flexibility can play in an employee’s ability to manage work-life balance.

Learn more about our remote work policyhere (https://www.mercy.edu/media/remote-work-policy-final) .

Tuition Remission: Staff & Faculty

Mercy University provides a competitive education to students and extends that formal education opportunity to employees, and their spouses/domestic partners, and dependents at a reduced tuition rate through this Tuition Remission Benefits Policy for Mercy Employees.

Learn more about our tuition remissionhere (https://www.mercy.edu/media/tuition-remission) .

Tuition Exchange:

We are a member of the Tuition Exchange Program. Employees are eligible to apply for the Tuition Exchange Program after completing two (2) consecutive years of full-time employment.

Employee Assistance Program:

Compsych

Voluntary Benefits:

Allstate Identity Protection

LegalEase

Liberty Mutual Auto & Homeowners

Nationwide Pet Insurance

PlumBenefits

ScriptSave

Working Advantage

Note: The above describes a brief summary of benefits and is subject to change.

Agency

Mercy University

Address

555 Broadway

Dobbs Ferry, New York, 10522

Phone

914-674-7839

Website

http://www.mercy.edu

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