Job Information
Morgan Community College Director of Nursing Education in Fort Morgan, Colorado
POSITION: Director of Nursing Education
NATURE OF POSITION: Full-Time Faculty Contract (207 days) 1.22 FTE
ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIP: The position of Director of Nursing Education reports directly to the Dean of Health Sciences.
PURPOSE/SUMMARY OF JOB:
The Director of Nursing Education manages the nursing programs in accordance with the mission, core values, and purposes of Morgan Community College. This position has the authority and responsibility for the management of the Associate of Applied Science and Baccalaureate of Nursing Programs. Release time from teaching responsibilities is granted for administrative duties.
For information about employer, see the college web site: www.morgancc.edu
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Master's degree in nursing from a regionally accredited college or university. Current unencumbered registered nurse (RN) license in Colorado or compact state. Minimum of three (3) years full-time teaching experience in a professional nursing program. Experience in leadership or supervision. Demonstrated success in working with diverse student populations. Minimum of three (3) years recent experience in professional nursing practice. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Doctorate degree from a regionally accredited college or university. Leadership or administrative experience in a nursing program. Experience working in distance education. Experience with budget management.
Anticipated Start Date: December 1, 2024
Salary and Benefits:
$88,935 - $94,823 annually, based on education, skills and experience. Benefits include health, life, dental insurance, vision, LTD & benefit package in accordance with Colorado Community College and Occupational Education System policies. No relocation assistance is provided.
Application Procedures:
Review of applications is ongoing. For maximum consideration, application packet must be received by November 15, 2024. All applicants must use the following link to apply: https://morgancc.applicantpro.com/. All required documents shall be uploaded using this link.
Complete application packets include:
Cover Letter responding to the position description and required qualifications Complete and current resume Employment Application: https://morgancc.applicantpro.com/ Academic Transcripts (unofficial copies acceptable during the application process) Names and contact information of three recent job-related references who can address your expertise and background for this position
Incomplete application packets may not be considered.
Selection Procedure:
Candidates will be evaluated on the basis of their qualifications as related to the duties and responsibilities of the position. Final candidates will be invited to travel to the College, at their own expense, to interview with the Screening Committee and college officials.
Employer is one of 13 colleges comprising the Colorado Community College System (CCCS). The college has consistently been named a Great College to Work For by the Chronicle of Higher Education in the past decade.
Employer is located on I-76, 80 miles northeast of Denver and approximately 100 miles east of Rocky Mountain National Park.. Employer provides high quality lower division transferable courses and occupational education culminating in a variety of certificate, associate, and baccalaureate degree programs through traditional, innovative, and non-traditional delivery methods to an 11,500 square mile service area in eastern Colorado.
The College serves this vast, rural, agricultural area from its main campus in Fort Morgan and through four regional locations in Bennett, Limon, Burlington and Wray. These locations are 75 to 150 miles from the campus in Fort Morgan.
The College is seeking dynamic, creative individuals who are committed to the community college philosophy, student success, and public service. Employer seeks individuals looking for a rural or small ommunity lifestyle, with excellent conditions for families; close proximity to a major metropolitan area; year-round recreation and natural beauty; and a dynamic, forward-looking workplace.
Guiding Principles:
Employer utilizes four guiding principles that are intended to guide its work, both internally and externally. The guiding principles include (1) integrity, (2) respect, (3) open and honest communication, and (4) collaboration. These guiding principles are a daily part of Employer's work, and candidates should be prepared to work by and