What are the responsibilities and job description for the Dean of Health Professions position at Virginia's Community College System?
Working Title Dean of Health Professions Role Title Role Code 01123-SW FLSA Exempt Pay Band 00 Position Number 275FA097 Agency New River Community College Agency/Division New River Community College (Div) Work Location Pulaski - 155 Hiring Range $82,000-$105,000 Dependent on academic qualifications and previous work experience. Emergency/Essential Personnel No EEO Category A-Official or Administrator Full Time or Part Time Full Time Does this position have telework options? -Telework options are subject to change based on business needs- No Does this position have a bilingual or multilingual skill requirement or preference? No Work Schedule
Monday – Friday
Sensitive Position No Job Description
New River Community College is a two-year state institution of higher education operating under a statewide system of 23 community colleges. The college is located on a one-hundred plus acre site at the intersection of U.S. Routes 11 and 100 in Dublin, Virginia. The campus provides modern, well-equipped facilities for the career technical education programs as well as for the college transfer programs. Approximately 4,000 students comprise the student body.
The people employed by New River Community College promote the philosophy that all individuals should have an opportunity to develop and extend their skills and knowledge to increase awareness of their roles and duties as citizens. The college serves the educational needs of the public and assumes a duty to help provide the requirements for trained workers in the region through a combined effort with local industry, business, professions, and government. The college promotes equal opportunity for prospective students and employees.
Duties
The position will report to the Vice President for Instruction and Student Services with responsibility for leading and managing the Division of Health Professions. Primary duties will include:
May be required to perform other duties as assigned. May be required to assist the agency or state government generally in the event of an emergency declaration by the Governor.
KSA's/Required Qualifications
Current unrestricted RN license in Virginia. Master’s degree in nursing or nursing education from a regionally accredited college or university. At least two years’ experience as a registered nurse. Knowledge of external state and national agency regulations and accreditation agency standards pertaining to nursing, allied health, and emergency medical services. Knowledge of emerging trends in nursing, allied health, and emergency medical services. Demonstrated understanding of and commitment to community college philosophy and student success initiatives. Successful post-secondary teaching and/or administrative experience. Knowledge of the importance of recruiting, selecting, evaluating, mentoring, and supervising faculty and/or other personnel. Commitment to online learning and innovative use of technology for instruction. Knowledge of course development and curriculum design. Knowledge of strategic planning and budgeting. Knowledge of the importance of assisting the college’s Workforce Development unit to meet the needs of business and industry. Excellent oral and written communication skills. Ability to cultivate and maintain positive relationships with internal and external college constituencies. Energetic leadership with high ethical standards and a commitment to excellence and integrity.
Additional Considerations
Additional Factors That May Be Considered Include
Experience with college-high school dual enrollment instructional programs. Experience with managing productivity requirements. Experience with program review and assessment. Experience with emergency medical services programs. Experience with ACEN, AHIMA, AAPC, and CAAHEP/CoAEMSP accreditations.
Operation of a State Vehicle No Supervises Employees Yes Required Travel
As needed
Posting Number FAC_1788P Recruitment Type General Public - G Number of Vacancies 1 Position End Date (if temporary) Job Open Date 12/04/2025 Job Close Date 01/26/2026 Open Until Filled Agency Website https://www.nr.edu/jobs/ Contact Name Stacie Whitlock Email hrinformation@nr.edu Phone Number 540-674-3635 Special Instructions to Applicants
Submit a completed state application, resume, three current letters of recommendation and unofficial transcripts.
Additional Information Background Check Statement Disclaimer
The selected candidate’s offer is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background investigation, which may include: fingerprint checks, local agency checks, employment verification, verification of education, credit checks (relevant to employment). Additionally, selected candidates may be required to complete the Commonwealth’s Statement of Economic Interest. For more information, please follow this link: http://ethics.dls.virginia.gov/
EEO Statement
The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, political affiliation, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or other non-merit factors.
ADA Statement
The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Acts (ADA and ADAAA), to provide, reasonable accommodation to applicants in need of access to the application, interviewing, and selection processes when requested.
E-Verify Statement
VCCS uses E-Verify to check employee eligibility to work in the United States. You will be required to complete an I-9 form and provide documentation of your identity for employment purposes.
Quicklink for Posting https://jobs.vccs.edu/postings/91128
Monday – Friday
Sensitive Position No Job Description
New River Community College is a two-year state institution of higher education operating under a statewide system of 23 community colleges. The college is located on a one-hundred plus acre site at the intersection of U.S. Routes 11 and 100 in Dublin, Virginia. The campus provides modern, well-equipped facilities for the career technical education programs as well as for the college transfer programs. Approximately 4,000 students comprise the student body.
The people employed by New River Community College promote the philosophy that all individuals should have an opportunity to develop and extend their skills and knowledge to increase awareness of their roles and duties as citizens. The college serves the educational needs of the public and assumes a duty to help provide the requirements for trained workers in the region through a combined effort with local industry, business, professions, and government. The college promotes equal opportunity for prospective students and employees.
Duties
The position will report to the Vice President for Instruction and Student Services with responsibility for leading and managing the Division of Health Professions. Primary duties will include:
- Serving as the program director for the associate degree in nursing, practical nursing, and certified nurse assistant programs.
- Mentoring, supervising, and evaluating full-time and adjunct faculty, including screening and recommending new faculty.
- Promoting faculty and staff development and growth.
- Ensuring nursing, allied health, emergency medical services, etc., programs comply with all national and state laws, regulations, state regulatory agencies and accrediting bodies.
- Coordinating the development and submission of required state regulatory and accrediting agencies reports.
- Managing curriculum development and leading faculty in the determination of programs and course offerings.
- Managing division productivity, budget, and master course schedules.
- Managing the dual enrollment program for the division, including fostering and enhancing partnerships with public schools.
- Providing leadership for assessment and program review activities for the division.
- Assisting the Workforce Development program in meeting the needs of business and industry.
- Promoting the integration of technology into teaching and learning.
- Leading faculty in their efforts to increase student retention, graduation rates and job placement.
- Performing other duties as assigned.
May be required to perform other duties as assigned. May be required to assist the agency or state government generally in the event of an emergency declaration by the Governor.
KSA's/Required Qualifications
Current unrestricted RN license in Virginia. Master’s degree in nursing or nursing education from a regionally accredited college or university. At least two years’ experience as a registered nurse. Knowledge of external state and national agency regulations and accreditation agency standards pertaining to nursing, allied health, and emergency medical services. Knowledge of emerging trends in nursing, allied health, and emergency medical services. Demonstrated understanding of and commitment to community college philosophy and student success initiatives. Successful post-secondary teaching and/or administrative experience. Knowledge of the importance of recruiting, selecting, evaluating, mentoring, and supervising faculty and/or other personnel. Commitment to online learning and innovative use of technology for instruction. Knowledge of course development and curriculum design. Knowledge of strategic planning and budgeting. Knowledge of the importance of assisting the college’s Workforce Development unit to meet the needs of business and industry. Excellent oral and written communication skills. Ability to cultivate and maintain positive relationships with internal and external college constituencies. Energetic leadership with high ethical standards and a commitment to excellence and integrity.
Additional Considerations
Additional Factors That May Be Considered Include
Experience with college-high school dual enrollment instructional programs. Experience with managing productivity requirements. Experience with program review and assessment. Experience with emergency medical services programs. Experience with ACEN, AHIMA, AAPC, and CAAHEP/CoAEMSP accreditations.
Operation of a State Vehicle No Supervises Employees Yes Required Travel
As needed
Posting Number FAC_1788P Recruitment Type General Public - G Number of Vacancies 1 Position End Date (if temporary) Job Open Date 12/04/2025 Job Close Date 01/26/2026 Open Until Filled Agency Website https://www.nr.edu/jobs/ Contact Name Stacie Whitlock Email hrinformation@nr.edu Phone Number 540-674-3635 Special Instructions to Applicants
Submit a completed state application, resume, three current letters of recommendation and unofficial transcripts.
Additional Information Background Check Statement Disclaimer
The selected candidate’s offer is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background investigation, which may include: fingerprint checks, local agency checks, employment verification, verification of education, credit checks (relevant to employment). Additionally, selected candidates may be required to complete the Commonwealth’s Statement of Economic Interest. For more information, please follow this link: http://ethics.dls.virginia.gov/
EEO Statement
The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, political affiliation, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or other non-merit factors.
ADA Statement
The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Acts (ADA and ADAAA), to provide, reasonable accommodation to applicants in need of access to the application, interviewing, and selection processes when requested.
E-Verify Statement
VCCS uses E-Verify to check employee eligibility to work in the United States. You will be required to complete an I-9 form and provide documentation of your identity for employment purposes.
Quicklink for Posting https://jobs.vccs.edu/postings/91128
Salary : $82,000 - $105,000