Assistant Dean of Graduate Programs, School of Nursing & Health Sciences
Assistant Dean of Graduate Programs, School of Nursing & Health Sciences Posted:
August 3, 2023 Position Code:
1082 Position Overview The School of Nursing and Health Sciences seeks to hire an outstanding and highly motivated Assistant Dean of Graduate Programs to join the administrative staff overseeing the School's graduate programsThe Assistant Dean is responsible for the daily operations of all graduate programs, leading strategic recruitment and marketing initiatives, supporting fellowship placements and the development of new graduate programsThe School currently offers an MS in Athletic Training, MS in Nutrition and Human Performance, MS in Exercise and Sport Sciences, and an MS in Health Promotion and ManagementThe Assistant Dean of Graduate Programs works closely with the Associate Deans, Assistant Deans, Chairs and Graduate Program Directors and reports directly to the Dean of the SchoolThis is a 12-month positionMerrimack College is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusionWe seek candidates with a demonstrated ability to work with students across a broad range of social and personal identities and perspectivesWe particularly encourage applications from members of underrepresented groupsPrimary
Responsibilities:
Collaborates with the Dean, Associate Deans, Assistant Deans, Chairs and Program Directors to oversee the daily operations of the graduate programs and strategically align all graduate programs with the mission of the School and of the collegeWorks with college graduate admissions, marketing and communications offices to promote the School's graduate programsWorks collaboratively with graduate student life in support of the student experience of all graduate studentsSupport the fellowship coordinator in management of fellowship placements Serves on college councils, committees, work groups, and other bodies, as related to graduate programsOversees strategy for and application of graduate student academic advising, academic progress monitoring, student records, and graduation verificationRepresents the School graduate programs at information sessions and graduate open house eventsFacilitates course scheduling to optimize resource utilization across graduate programs, program quality, and student satisfactionEnsures externally facing materials, such as the graduate program websites and course catalog, are correct and representative of current degree programs and related contentWorks collaboratively with the Dean, Associate Deans, Program Directors, and Assistant Dean for Administration and Finance for enrollment projections and other administrative functionsServes as a resource and referral source for graduate students seeking various types of assistance
Qualifications:
Master's degree in business management, higher education, or related field; 5 years in higher education administration or similar management experience; Communicate effectively with graduate students, faculty and staff both orally and in writing; Evidence of a commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion, Work effectively as part of a team; Possess good organizational skills; Has the ability to meet deadlines; Application Materials Should Include:
A cover letter expressing your interest in the role and outlining your qualifications and experienceA comprehensive resume highlighting your educational background and professional experienceA statement addressing how your entrepreneurial mindset aligns with the mission and values of Merrimack College and your vision for managing graduate programs and expanding research capacity within the SchoolContact information for three professional referencesReview of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filledMerrimack College is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we encourage applications from individuals from diverse backgrounds and underrepresented groupsThis position is subject to the successful completion of a criminal background checkVaccinations and Remote Work This is an on-campus position as employees are essential in order to provide a fully on-campus, residential college experience for our students and the communityThe COVID-19 vaccine and booster for which an individual may be eligible are highly recommended for students, faculty and staffMerrimack College does not require proof of COVID vaccination for enrollment, employment or to be a guest on our campusStatement on Our Mission Merrimack College is a Catholic Augustinian institution of higher education committed to building a culturally and racially diverse communityOur mission is to enlighten minds, engage hearts and empower lives and is inspired by our Catholic faith and the Augustinian tradition of seeking truth through inquiry and dialogueMerrimack College seeks candidates who understand, respect and can contribute to Merrimack's Catholic and Augustinian mission and values and advance our work in the area of diversity, equity and inclusionWe strongly encourage applications from members of underrepresented groupsAll candidates should describe in their application previous experience related to equity, diversity, and inclusion, as well as how they will engage in fostering a culture that supports our Catholic and Augustinian mission and our values of diversity, equity and inclusionAbout Merrimack College The only Catholic, Augustinian institution of higher education in New England, Merrimack College is a private, independent, coeducational institution with more than 4,000 undergraduate and some 1,400 graduate students from 32 states and 37 countriesThe College features more than 100 career-focused undergraduate, professional and graduate programs, all taught by exceptional faculty who are passionate about their subject and student successThe College comprises five schools:
liberal arts, science and engineering, nursing and health sciences, the Winston school of education and social policy, and the Girard school of businessThe College's suburban 240-acre campus is approximately 25 miles north of Boston in the towns of North Andover and Andover, MassachusettsMerrimack is a Master's Colleges and Universities/Larger Programs (M1) institution in the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher EducationMerrimack is one of the fastest growing educational institutions in the country and has steadily climbed up in the U.
SNews & World Report's ranking of Best Colleges, coming in 34th out of 175 schools ranked in the Regional Universities North category in 2022Merrimack also ranked 3rd in the Most Innovative Schools categoryMerrimack is a NCAA Division I athletic institutionMerrimack College is an Equal Opportunity EmployerInternal Applicants - Apply Now External Applicants - Apply Now Recommended Skills Lesson Planning Lecturing Curriculums Differentiated Instruction Teaching Education Theories Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
August 3, 2023 Position Code:
1082 Position Overview The School of Nursing and Health Sciences seeks to hire an outstanding and highly motivated Assistant Dean of Graduate Programs to join the administrative staff overseeing the School's graduate programsThe Assistant Dean is responsible for the daily operations of all graduate programs, leading strategic recruitment and marketing initiatives, supporting fellowship placements and the development of new graduate programsThe School currently offers an MS in Athletic Training, MS in Nutrition and Human Performance, MS in Exercise and Sport Sciences, and an MS in Health Promotion and ManagementThe Assistant Dean of Graduate Programs works closely with the Associate Deans, Assistant Deans, Chairs and Graduate Program Directors and reports directly to the Dean of the SchoolThis is a 12-month positionMerrimack College is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusionWe seek candidates with a demonstrated ability to work with students across a broad range of social and personal identities and perspectivesWe particularly encourage applications from members of underrepresented groupsPrimary
Responsibilities:
Collaborates with the Dean, Associate Deans, Assistant Deans, Chairs and Program Directors to oversee the daily operations of the graduate programs and strategically align all graduate programs with the mission of the School and of the collegeWorks with college graduate admissions, marketing and communications offices to promote the School's graduate programsWorks collaboratively with graduate student life in support of the student experience of all graduate studentsSupport the fellowship coordinator in management of fellowship placements Serves on college councils, committees, work groups, and other bodies, as related to graduate programsOversees strategy for and application of graduate student academic advising, academic progress monitoring, student records, and graduation verificationRepresents the School graduate programs at information sessions and graduate open house eventsFacilitates course scheduling to optimize resource utilization across graduate programs, program quality, and student satisfactionEnsures externally facing materials, such as the graduate program websites and course catalog, are correct and representative of current degree programs and related contentWorks collaboratively with the Dean, Associate Deans, Program Directors, and Assistant Dean for Administration and Finance for enrollment projections and other administrative functionsServes as a resource and referral source for graduate students seeking various types of assistance
Qualifications:
Master's degree in business management, higher education, or related field; 5 years in higher education administration or similar management experience; Communicate effectively with graduate students, faculty and staff both orally and in writing; Evidence of a commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion, Work effectively as part of a team; Possess good organizational skills; Has the ability to meet deadlines; Application Materials Should Include:
A cover letter expressing your interest in the role and outlining your qualifications and experienceA comprehensive resume highlighting your educational background and professional experienceA statement addressing how your entrepreneurial mindset aligns with the mission and values of Merrimack College and your vision for managing graduate programs and expanding research capacity within the SchoolContact information for three professional referencesReview of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filledMerrimack College is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we encourage applications from individuals from diverse backgrounds and underrepresented groupsThis position is subject to the successful completion of a criminal background checkVaccinations and Remote Work This is an on-campus position as employees are essential in order to provide a fully on-campus, residential college experience for our students and the communityThe COVID-19 vaccine and booster for which an individual may be eligible are highly recommended for students, faculty and staffMerrimack College does not require proof of COVID vaccination for enrollment, employment or to be a guest on our campusStatement on Our Mission Merrimack College is a Catholic Augustinian institution of higher education committed to building a culturally and racially diverse communityOur mission is to enlighten minds, engage hearts and empower lives and is inspired by our Catholic faith and the Augustinian tradition of seeking truth through inquiry and dialogueMerrimack College seeks candidates who understand, respect and can contribute to Merrimack's Catholic and Augustinian mission and values and advance our work in the area of diversity, equity and inclusionWe strongly encourage applications from members of underrepresented groupsAll candidates should describe in their application previous experience related to equity, diversity, and inclusion, as well as how they will engage in fostering a culture that supports our Catholic and Augustinian mission and our values of diversity, equity and inclusionAbout Merrimack College The only Catholic, Augustinian institution of higher education in New England, Merrimack College is a private, independent, coeducational institution with more than 4,000 undergraduate and some 1,400 graduate students from 32 states and 37 countriesThe College features more than 100 career-focused undergraduate, professional and graduate programs, all taught by exceptional faculty who are passionate about their subject and student successThe College comprises five schools:
liberal arts, science and engineering, nursing and health sciences, the Winston school of education and social policy, and the Girard school of businessThe College's suburban 240-acre campus is approximately 25 miles north of Boston in the towns of North Andover and Andover, MassachusettsMerrimack is a Master's Colleges and Universities/Larger Programs (M1) institution in the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher EducationMerrimack is one of the fastest growing educational institutions in the country and has steadily climbed up in the U.
SNews & World Report's ranking of Best Colleges, coming in 34th out of 175 schools ranked in the Regional Universities North category in 2022Merrimack also ranked 3rd in the Most Innovative Schools categoryMerrimack is a NCAA Division I athletic institutionMerrimack College is an Equal Opportunity EmployerInternal Applicants - Apply Now External Applicants - Apply Now Recommended Skills Lesson Planning Lecturing Curriculums Differentiated Instruction Teaching Education Theories Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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