Associate Dean / Associate Professor - Kirkhof College of Nursing
Grand Valley State University
Grand Rapids, MI, USA
Posted on Jan 7, 2025
Position Overview: The Associate Dean for Faculty Affairs and Teaching Excellence is a key leadership position within KCON, responsible for advancing the academic and professional development of both tenure-track and affiliate faculty members. This role is pivotal in promoting a culture of teaching excellence, faculty engagement and welfare, and academic achievement. The Associate Dean will oversee faculty affairs, including faculty recruitment, evaluation, and development, and will lead initiatives to enhance teaching quality and pedagogical innovation across the College. They will also provide oversight for DEIB initiatives for KCON. This is a 1.0 FTE 12-Month appointment with appointment with at least 3 credits of teaching per academic year.
Formal Accountability
- Appointed by and reports to the Dean. Is a member of the Dean’s Executive Team.
Key Responsibilities:
Faculty Affairs Management
- Oversee the recruitment, appointment, onboarding, and orientation processes for tenure-track, affiliate, and adjunct faculty.
- Work with Human Resources, faculty governance committees, to implement policies and procedures related to faculty hiring, evaluation, and promotion.
- Oversight and documentation of faculty health compliance (in collaboration with GVSU Health Compliance Director), licensure, certification, and other requirements as indicated by faculty respective positions.
- Manage faculty evaluation processes of all faculty in collaboration with the Faculty Affairs Committee, including annual reviews, tenure, and promotion decisions, ensuring alignment with College standards and expectations. Maintains records of such for legal, reporting, and accreditation purposes.
- Facilitate the process for faculty personnel actions in collaboration with the Faculty Affairs Committee.
- Collaborate with other Associate Deans and support Program Directors in managing faculty performance, developing and monitoring Performance Improvement Plans, managing faculty complaints and grievance processes.
- Oversee and manage faculty-related matters such as; Time Away, FMLA, Outside Employment, Faculty Qualification Assurance Approvals, Phased Retirement Plans, Salary Evaluation Process, Grad Faculty Applications, Intent to Lead Study Abroad Forms, Alternate Workload Plans, retaining Faculty after retirement and, manage the Emeritus Process.
- Oversee the Sabbatical Review Process in collaboration with the Associate Dean for Research, Scholarship, and Lifelong Learning, including management of sabbatical change requests.
- Assist as necessary in allocation of reassigned time, workload balance
- Negotiate Contracts and Leaves (joint appointments, parental leave, FMLA, phased retirement, reassigned time, overload pay, emergency teaching contracts)
- Maintain Records and Review Course Specific Workload Data; assist with monitoring staffing plans.
Teaching Excellence and Faculty Development
- Work with the Faculty Teaching and Learning Center as appropriate to design and lead programs and workshops aimed at enhancing teaching effectiveness and pedagogical innovation.
- Provide individualized support and coaching to faculty members to foster teaching excellence and professional growth.
- Promote and facilitate the adoption of best practices in teaching, learning, mentoring, and assessment across the curriculum.
Faculty Support and Mentorship
- Develop and oversee mentorship programs and assign mentors for new and junior faculty members, including tenure-track, affiliate, and adjunct faculty.
- Act as a resource for faculty seeking guidance on academic and professional issues, including career development and conflict resolution.
- Support faculty in balancing teaching, research, and service responsibilities, ensuring a sustainable and rewarding career trajectory.
Program Development and Evaluation
- Use data and feedback to assess the effectiveness of faculty development initiatives and teaching programs, making recommendations for continuous improvement.
- Will provide collaboration and oversight for the Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEOB) initiatives and activities for the College in conjunction with the Coordinator for DEIB.
Committee and Collaborative Work
- Serve as a key member of relevant KCON and University committees and as an ex officio member of the Faculty Affairs Committee.
- Collaborate with other Associate Deans, program directors, and other academic leaders to support faculty teaching needs and address challenges.
Strategic Planning and Leadership
- Contribute to strategic planning efforts related to faculty affairs and teaching excellence.
- Stay informed about trends and developments in nursing education and faculty development to ensure the College remains at the forefront of academic excellence.
Qualifications:
- Earned doctorate in nursing (PhD or DNP) or related discipline, master’s degree in nursing. If master’s degree is not in nursing, the earned doctorate must be a nursing doctorate; if nursing doctorate was earned via BSN to DNP or PhD, the requirement for a master’s degree is waived.
- Eligible for RN licensure in Michigan.
- A strong record of scholarship and teaching excellence with tenure or eligibility for tenure at GVSU.
- At least 5 years of experience in higher education, with a demonstrated track record in faculty development, teaching, and academic leadership.
- Proven ability to manage complex faculty affairs, including tenure and promotion processes.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build relationships and foster collaboration among diverse stakeholders.
- Experience in designing and implementing faculty development programs focused on teaching excellence.
- Knowledge of current trends and best practices in nursing education and faculty development.
Salary: Minimum starting salary of $138,000, commensurate with experience
Campus: Health Campus
How To Apply: Apply online at jobs.gvsu.edu. Please include the following in your application:
- Curriculum Vitae
- A cover letter addressing how you meet the qualifications for this position, your motivation to work at GVSU, and your commitment to inclusion with examples of addressing diversity, inclusion, and equity in your work
- Unofficial Transcripts
The online application will allow you to attach these documents electronically. If assistance is needed with the online application, call Human Resources at 616-331-2215. Information or questions regarding the position should be directed to the Search Committee Chair, Katherine Moran., at morakath@gvsu.edu.
Application Deadline: Consideration of applications will begin immediately, and the posting may be closed at any time at the discretion of the University.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Must have the physical stamina to work long hours and/or more than 5 days per week. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act as amended by the ADA Amendment Act (2008), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and other applicable federal and state laws that prohibit discrimination on the basis of disability. GVSU will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. See www.gvsu.edu/affirmative/. TDD Callers: Call Michigan Relay Center at 711 (in State) or 1-800-833-7833 (out of State).
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