Executive Director, RN Programs

Hudson County Community College; Jersey City (NJ); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off and Parental Leave

Up to $9,000 per year for professional development

Employee assistance programs

Flexible hybrid schedules

Job summary

Hudson County Community College is seeking an Executive Director for RN Programs in Jersey City, New Jersey. This role involves overseeing nursing programs, ensuring high-quality education, and managing faculty and operations. A Master’s Degree in Nursing and experience in curriculum development are required.

Key responsibilities include strategic planning, budget management, regulatory compliance, and fostering faculty development. The position offers benefits such as medical insurance, flexible schedules, and professional development funding.

Qualifications

• At least five years of teaching and administrative experience in nursing.
• Ability to engage with diverse populations.
• Strong skills in program management and curriculum development.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations and faculty of the RN programs.
• Develop and implement strategic initiatives aligned with college goals.
• Manage budget and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Lead faculty recruitment and development activities.
• Prepare documentation for program accreditation.

Skills

Teaching and administrative experience

Culturally diverse communication

Nursing curriculum knowledge

Budgeting and fiscal management

Verbal and written communication

Computer proficiency

Bilingual ability

Education

Master’s Degree in Nursing

Job description

Hudson County Community College – Executive Director, RN Programs

Location

Jersey City, New Jersey

Salary Grade

Ungraded

About This Role

The Executive Director of Nursing Programs oversees and directs the daily operations, faculty, and staff of the RN programs, ensuring alignment with the college’s mission and school goals. The role requires strategic planning, program development, faculty recruitment, regulatory compliance, and budget management to maintain high standards of nursing education.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the Dean to develop short‑term and long‑term strategic initiatives that support the college’s mission and provide quality educational programs.
• Define, develop, implement, and monitor policies and procedures that support the nursing programs’ objectives.
• Oversee curriculum design and assessment to ensure quality education and meet evolving nursing profession needs.
• Determine course schedules and content, coordinate curriculum assessment, and develop new programs for effective four‑year transfer and career placement.
• Develop articulation agreements with four‑year institutions, hospitals, and high schools to facilitate student transfer and tech‑prep partnerships.
• Coordinate selection and ordering of textbooks, equipment, and instructional media; promote technology‑enabled pedagogy such as flipped classroom, clickers, case studies, and simulations.
• Maintain and upgrade labs and computing equipment.
• Assist in identifying and resolving student issues in a timely manner.
• Recruit, hire, and develop faculty; provide supervision, orientation, mentoring, and performance evaluations, fostering career growth and tenure opportunities.
• Manage systematic evaluation of all program aspects through collaboration with the Faculty Chair of the Systematic Plan of Evaluation.
• Prepare accreditation reports and maintain documentation required by national accreditation agencies and the state board of nursing.
• Ensure all regulatory standards are met.
• Support grant development and proposal writing to secure program funding and new offerings.
• Lead staff by providing guidance, training, and performance management; recommend staffing changes and distribute workload efficiently.
• Secure clinical sites and contract agreements for student clinical experiences.
• Promote nursing heritage and celebrate the profession during the academic year and through nurses’ week activities.
• Assist in recruitment, publicity, and the development of the annual program budget.
• Participate in policy development specific to nursing programs and maintain proficiency in regulatory issues.
• Engage in professional and managerial development activities, staying current with educational trends and nursing regulations.
• Serve as an active member of committees; represent the college externally with professionalism, integrity, and discretion.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Nursing with at least five years of teaching and relevant administrative experience in curriculum development and faculty oversight.
• Experience working with culturally diverse populations and effectively communicating across varied beliefs and backgrounds.
• Comprehensive knowledge of nursing curriculum and practice, program management, design, assessment, and administration.
• Budgeting and fiscal management skills.
• Conceptual thinking, policy development, and decision‑making abilities.
• Excellent verbal and written communication, interpersonal, influence, and negotiation skills.
• Ability to organize, prioritize, and collaborate with a wide range of constituencies.
• Computer proficiency; bilingual ability preferred.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance
• Parental Leave, Paid Time Off, Retirement Plans
• Up to $9,000 per year invested in professional development
• Employee assistance programs, flexible spending accounts, and discounted insurance
• Flexible hybrid schedules (position dependent)
• Employee discount marketplace and additional savings

Equal Opportunity Statement

Hudson County Community College is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. We are committed to ensuring a diverse and inclusive learning and working environment. Decisions on employment are made on the basis of the qualifications of an individual for the particular position being filled. Women, veterans, and minorities are encouraged to apply.