Associate Dean, School of Nursing

The William Paterson University of New Jersey; Wayne (NJ); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

William Paterson University seeks an Associate Dean for the School of Nursing to provide leadership for the development, growth, and continuous improvement of nursing programs, ensuring accreditation readiness and regulatory compliance while fostering student success and partnerships with healthcare providers.

The role partners with the Dean of COSH and Chairpersons to drive strategic planning, program data analysis, and budget oversight, advancing faculty development and workforce-aligned

Qualifications

• Experience in nursing education leadership and program oversight.
• Knowledge of accreditation standards (CCNE, NJ Board of Nursing).
• Budget management, strategic planning, and reporting experience.
• Strong collaboration with faculty, staff, and external partners.

Responsibilities

• Ensures quality for nursing programs and accreditation; oversees CCNE/NJ Board of Nursing reaccreditation activities and self-studies.
• Serves on internal and external councils; represents the School of Nursing in committees and events.
• Leads Nursing Advisory Committee meetings and organizes external member involvement; seeks grants and external funding.
• Manages program data, KPIs, and alignment with institutional priorities; monitors budgets in collaboration with COSH Dean.
• Guides strategic planning for the School of Nursing and supports faculty development and evaluation processes.
• Engages with Registrar, Admissions, and other offices to support student success and program integrity.

Job description

Thank you for your interest in working at William Paterson University.

William Paterson University is a purpose-driven, proudly diverse community-designated as both a public Hispanic-Serving Institution and Minority-Serving Institution-committed to creating transformative academic, professional, and personal experiences as a powerhouse of progress. We foster a workplace that values growth, flexibility, and community, and we are recognized as a 2024 and 2025 Forbes' Best Employers by State, 2025 Great College to Work For, and honored with the NJBIZ Empowering Women Award .

Our 1,000 dedicated staff members enjoy competitive benefits, a four-day summer workweek, tuition support, and strong opportunities for internal promotion. Situated on a scenic suburban campus just 20 miles from New York City, WP offers a diverse, inclusive environment where your contributions fuel student success, economic and social mobility, and community engagement. Together, we empower our students through intentional, holistic support within flexible, innovative, and inclusive settings-preparing graduates to thrive professionally and personally, and to lead with a commitment to progress in New Jersey and beyond.

Job Summary

Reporting to the Dean, College of Science and Health, the Associate Dean, School of Nursing, collaborates with the Dean of the College of Science and Health and the Chairperson to provide leadership and vision for the development, growth, quality, and continuous improvement of the School's academic programs. The Associate Dean provides leadership for accreditation and regulatory compliance, student success and progression, clinical education and healthcare partnerships, faculty and staff development, and strategic planning. The position establishes and maintains effective partnerships with healthcare providers to ensure high-quality clinical experiences, support workforce-aligned curriculum development, strengthen student outcomes, and advance the School's accreditation and strategic priorities.

Major Duties and Responsibilities

• Ensures quality for the School of Nursing programs by working with the Chair and faculty to maintain professional accreditation with CCNE, New Jersey Board of Nursing, and other relevant agencies; Oversees preparation, submission, and correspondence related to accreditation and re-accreditation of the baccalaureate, masters, and doctoral nursing programs, including, but not limited to: Self-study for all programs to the CCNE, Self-study to the NJ Board of Nursing of the undergraduate pre-licensure programs, Continuous Improvement Reports (CIPR), and Substantive change reports to CCNE.
• Represent the School of Nursing when serving on internal and external councils and committees and attending functions.
• Assists in identifying external members for the Nursing Advisory Committee; organizes and chairs meetings of the Nursing Advisory Committee at least twice a year.
• Actively pursues grants and outside funding sources for major projects, research, curriculum enhancement, and equipment.
• Participates in the implementation/revision of University, College, & School of Nursing Strategic Plans and maintains a Strategic Plan for the School of Nursing.
• Engages with the Office of Institutional Effectiveness, Registrar, and other appropriate offices to develop and receive relevant program data, reports, and schedules; monitors nursing data for alignment with the Key Performance Indicators of the University.
• Recommends and monitors nursing program budgets in Collaboration with the Dean of COSH.
• Collaborates with the Chairperson to recommend to the Dean the reappointments of qualified nursing staff as related to professional development.
• Collaborates with the Chairperson to assess the effectiveness of nursing student admissions processes and provides recommendations for improvement.
• Establishes and monitors academic standards for all nursing programs in Collaboration with the faculty.
• Assists in the resolution of student complaints or issues concerning academic standards, instruction, grades, and program requirements.
• Serves as a custodian of all academic integrity violation records for Nursing students.
• Represent School of Nursing on the university's Students of Concern Committee.
• Represent the School of Nursing on open houses, accepted students' day, and new student orientations.
• Provides and monitors the effectiveness of orientation programs for new full-time, part-time, and adjunct nursing faculty and non-tenure track teaching professionals.
• Maintains currency of knowledge in nursing by attending state and national meetings of nursing educators and administrators.
• Encourages and supports articulation with community colleges when appropriate.
• Serves as liaison between faculty and offices such as Registrar, Admissions, Student Accounts, and Student Enrollment Services.
• Supervises professional staff assigned to the nursing programs.
• Performs other duties as assigned and appropriate for the position.