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Dean of the School of Health Profession
•30 days ago
Hours | Full-time |
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Location | Fort Myers, FL Fort Myers, Florida |
About this job
Florida SouthWestern State
College
invites applications and Nominations for Dean of the School of
Health Professions
Complete information is available is the Search Profile at
http://myersmcrae.com/skins/userfiles/files/FSW-Dean-HP.pdf.
Florida SouthWestern State College, a
multi-campus community college, invites applications and
nominations for the Dean of the School of Health
Professions. The Dean serves as the administrative and
academic head of the School and reports to the Provost and Vice
President of Academic Affairs.
The Opportunity
For 55 years, Florida SouthWestern State College (FSW) has been
preparing students for successful careers through academic, applied
sciences, and technical programs. Serving some of Florida's highly
desirable coastal communities, this academic leadership position
offers a great opportunity to advance one's career while enjoying
an outstanding place to live.
The Dean of the School of Health Professions has the
responsibility and authority for the administrative and
instructional activities of all of the Health Professions programs.
The Dean provides leadership in the planning, direction, and
evaluation of all programs within the School including, but not
limited to, Nursing, Health Information Management, Human Services,
Cardiovascular Technology, Radiologic Technology, Respiratory
Therapy, and Dental Hygiene/Dental Assisting.
Primary Responsibilities:
Oversees all Health Professions Programs in accordance with
accepted national standards and administrative policies.
Directs programs to meet national accreditation and state
approval standards.
Supervises the revision of existing programs to effectively
utilize resources as they become available such as grants, new
clinical affiliates and dedicated buildings.
Works in collaboration with the Provost and Vice President for
Academic Affairs and the Dean of the School of Business and
Technology to research, build and implement new Health Professions
programs.
Provides an effective and efficient system for the delivery and
evaluation of curriculum including new program development.
Provides leadership and direction in the selection, hiring,
supervision and evaluation of faculty and staff within the School
of Health Professions.
Monitors student evaluations of all faculty assigned to the
Health Professions Programs.
Coordinates and monitors the preparation and maintenance of all
program budgets.
Ensures program departments are processing contracts and
personnel actions accurately and within established payroll
guidelines and College operating procedures.
Oversees the staff of the programs in both didactic clinical
and support areas.
Oversees the advisement and selection of applicants to the
Health Professions Programs.
Oversees the academic advisement and counseling of students
enrolled in the Programs.
Ensures that the program advisory committees meet on a
scheduled basis and reports activities to the Provost and Vice
President for Academic Affairs regularly.
Reviews all program accreditation activities with respective
Program Directors and collaborates in the development of
appropriate action plans as needed.
Coordinates and participates in recruitment activities focused
on Health Professions.
Qualifications
Candidates must hold an earned doctorate in nursing, or
doctorate in another field with a master's degree in nursing, from
a regionally accredited institution of higher education. Five years
of full-time professional work experience in curriculum design,
program administration, instruction, and/or student advisement in a
nationally accredited health professions program is required.
The selected candidate must be eligible for a registered nurse
license with the Florida Board of Nursing by the time of
appointment.
Personal and educational philosophy must be compatible with the
goals, objectives, and mission of Florida SouthWestern State
College.
Candidate must have demonstrated ability to:
Think critically and creatively, have a high standard of
integrity, and be motivated to incorporate best practices into the
organizational culture.
Exhibit a thorough knowledge of policies, procedures, and
outside regulations pertaining to the position.
Possess a working knowledge of operational and fiscal analysis
techniques.
Take initiative and independently plan, organize, coordinate
and perform work in various situations where numerous and diverse
demands are involved.
Anticipate, investigate, and analyze problems and address them
proactively.
Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with
faculty, staff, students and the public.
Work in a fast-paced, demanding environment.
Work independently and follow through on assignments.
Exhibit solid organizational skills and be detail
oriented.
Work with a variety of constituencies and be willing to
contribute to a team effort.
Exercise discretion and good judgment at all times and in all
contexts and maintain confidentiality.
Work effectively with all constituencies of the College.
Collect, organize, analyze, and present information in a
meaningful manner.
Collaborate and be effective working with diverse
populations.
Essential Skills and Expertise
Promote a common purpose consistent with stated College goals
and demonstrate a commitment to students and the learning
environment.
Possess the knowledge of general written standards and
procedures utilized, and have the ability to read, interpret, and
follow procedural and policy manual related to the job tasks.
Demonstrate the ability to respond to supervision, guidance,
and direction in a positive, receptive manner and in accordance
with stated policies.
Provide quality customer service by creating a welcoming and
supportive environment.
Present a professional image in word, action, and attire.
Demonstrate professionalism in dealing with a diverse
population while understanding and respecting each other's view of
the world, personalities and working styles.
Conduct oneself in a manner consistent with the College's
standards of ethical conduct.
Apply effective techniques to create working relationships with
others to achieve common goals; successfully communicates and
collaborates with others to achieve goals.
Demonstrate skills necessary to look at situations and
processes critically to make recommendations for improvement.
The School of Health Professions
The FSW School of Health Professions offers two baccalaureate
degrees, one post-associate certificate, nine associate degrees,
and five certificates that prepare students for workforce entry and
advancement upon graduation and successful credentialing. Nursing,
Paramedic, and Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) programs are
offered on all three campuses in Charlotte, Collier, and Lee
counties.
Bachelor of Science degrees - Cardiopulmonary Sciences
and Nursing
Associate of Science degrees - Cardiovascular
Technology, Dental Hygiene, Emergency Medical Technology, Fire
Science Technology, Health Information Technology, Nursing,
Radiologic Technology, Respiratory Care, and Social and Human
Services
Two AS programs are offered in partnership with other colleges:
Opticianry with Hillsborough Community College and Physical
Therapist Assistant with Broward College.
Certificate programs - Addiction Services, Emergency
Medical Technician, Fire Fighter I/II, Medical Information
Coder/Biller, and Paramedic
An Advanced Technical Certificate (ATC) in Computed Tomography
(CT) also is offered.
The Allen and Marla Weiss Health Sciences Hall (on
cover) is a 42,000-square-foot classroom and lab building on
the Collier County Campus. This building reflects the latest
teaching technologies in nursing and applied sciences and is LEED
certified.
FSW has a state-of-the-art Simulation Education Center that has
obtained global recognition. Students also receive valuable
clinical experiences through community hospitals and
affiliates.
Faculty, staff, and students in the School of Health Professions
are active in community and professional activities at the local,
state, national, and international level.
Graduates of the programs in the health professions are
extremely successful on credentialing examinations and with finding
employment after graduation. Graduates of the nationally accredited
Dental Hygiene AS degree program have had a 100 percent pass rate
on their national exam for 22 consecutive years and of the
Radiologic Technology AS degree program have had a 100 percent pass
rate on their national exam for 12 consecutive years.
Florida SouthWestern State College
Established in 1962 as Edison Junior College, Florida
SouthWestern State College is a member of the Florida College
System. Governed by a District Board of Trustees composed of nine
representatives from Charlotte, Collier, Hendry, Glades, and Lee
counties, the college serves a five-county regional area of
5,448-square land miles through three campuses and a regional
center.
Approximately 180 full-time faculty members, more than 400
adjuncts and some 400 staff deliver high-quality education to more
than 21,000 FSW students annually. A premier state college, FSW
focuses on providing a strong foundation in general education in
addition to preparing individuals for the Southwest Florida
Workforce.
Florida SouthWestern State College offers certificate programs
and Associate of Arts, Associate of Science, and baccalaureate
degrees. The Associate of Arts degree provides a strong academic
foundation for students who choose to matriculate into one of FSW's
baccalaureate programs or transfer to a state university.
Academic programs are offered through five schools: School of
Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences; School of Business and
Technology; School of Education; School of Health Professions; and
the School of Pure and Applied Sciences. The college offers
programs leading to 5 bachelor's degrees, 21 associate's degrees,
and 18 certificates. In the 2016-17 academic year, the college
awarded 2,559 associate degrees, 313 bachelor's degree, and 282
certificates.
More than 65 percent of the students attend college part-time
and 72.3 percent of the enrollment is 24 years old or younger. The
majority of the enrollment is female with 61.1 percent and minority
populations comprise 51.7 percent of the student body. More than 21
percent of the students take online courses.
The college also offers high school students the opportunity to
learn and achieve in a collegiate atmosphere. It operates two high
schools, one serving students in Charlotte County and the second in
Lee County. Students are able to simultaneously earn a traditional
high school diploma and an Associate in Arts degree by taking dual
enrollment classes during their junior and senior years.
For additional information on the college, visit the web site at
www.fsw.edu.
Southwestern Florida
Southwestern Florida has a variety of communities offering
various life styles that keeps many of them on “best places to live
or retire” lists, such as in Money Magazine, MSN, and
Men's Journal.
Warm winters, welcoming communities, attractive downtowns, an
amazing range of recreational activities, great entertainment and
cultural venues, and beautiful beaches are only a few of the
reasons this area is a great place to call home. Southwest Florida
offers affordable housing, quality schools, and superior health
care.
Florida is one of the few states that does not have a personal
state income tax.
Application and Nomination Process
Confidential inquiries are welcomed and nominations are
invited.
To apply, submit: a) A letter of interest; b)
Curriculum vitae; and c) At least five references with full contact
information, including email addresses (References will not be
contacted without consent from applicant.)
Submit applications to FSW@myersmcrae.com.
Review of materials begins immediately. For best consideration,
application materials should be received by November 30,
2017.
Nominations should include complete contact
information with email address for the individual being
nominated.
Submit nominations to FSW-Nomination@myersmcrae.com.
Bobby Pope, Vice President, and Emily
Parker Myers, CEO, of Myers McRae Executive Search
and Consulting, is assisting with this search.
Myers McRae Executive Search and Consulting
515 Mulberry Street, Suite 200, Macon, Georgia 31201
(478) 330-6222 | www.myersmcrae.com
Florida SouthWestern State College, an equal access
institution, prohibits discrimination in its employment, programs
and activities based on race, sex, gender, age, color, religion,
national origin, ethnicity, disability, pregnancy, sexual
orientation, marital status, genetic information or veteran's
status.
The Chronicle of Higher Education. Keywords: Dean, Location: Fort Myers, FL - 33919