Dean, School of Nursing, Northern Arizona University, Flagstaff, AZ

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Dean, School of Nursing

Northern Arizona University, Flagstaff, AZ

Northern Arizona University, a national research institution located in Flagstaff, seeks a dynamic and seasoned nurse educator to serve as the next Dean of the School of Nursing, which is part of the newly configured College of Health and Human Services at Northern Arizona University (NAU).

NAU is a recognized leader in the development of outstanding nursing professionals across the state of Arizona, with a particular expertise in training nurses to work with rural patient populations. Building on recent successes and increased state funding, the School of Nursing at NAU now seeks a new Dean to lead and support them in the development of a long-range vision for the School to help them meet the demands of a highly competitive health care arena.

In addition to her or his visionary leadership experience, the new Dean should bring a proven capacity to work closely with faculty, staff and administrators in the development and enhancement of a strong operational and academic infrastructure for the School’s Bachelor and Masters level programs that helps the faculty and staff to bring its collective vision to reality. Critical to the success of a new operational and academic infrastructure will be the immediate recruitment of several new faculty members.

The new Dean will report to and work closely with the new Executive Dean of the College of Health and Human Services. Together they will work with other health profession program leaders in the development of an overall vision for the College in general, and its programs specifically. Essential qualifications for the new Dean include experience in an academic leadership role, overseeing and managing a large-scale Bachelor and a Masters level nursing education program delivered in both a traditional classroom setting as well as through on-line and satellite campus programs; a track record as a nursing educator grounded in evidence-based practice; successful managerial experience focused on development of an empowering and inclusive organizational culture; and a clear commitment to diversity as a critical component of a healthy and vibrant learning community. A doctoral degree is also required.

Nominations, applications and inquiries may be sent in confidence to Meacie Fairfax of Isaacson, Miller at 3416@imsearch.com or 334 Boylston Street, Suite 500, Boston, MA 02116. Electronic submission is strongly preferred.

Northern Arizona University is a committed EEO/AA institution.

Minorities, women, persons with disabilities and veterans are encouraged to apply.

Flagstaff, AZ is a friendly city with a population of about 57,000, and is nestled at the base of the majestic San Francisco Peaks. Located about 140 miles north of Phoenix at the intersection of Interstate 17 and Interstate 40, the city is surrounded by the natural beauty and cultural riches of the Colorado Plateau.

With its elevation of 7,000 feet and four-season climate, Flagstaff is ideal for year-round outdoor activities. Nearby attractions include the Grand Canyon, Lowell Observatory, Oak Creek Canyon, Sedona, Monument Valley, Sunset Crater, Meteor Crater, and the Arizona Snowbowl. Visit www.nau.edu for further information on the university.

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