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Working Title:
Director of Nursing
Institution:
Minnesota State Community and Technical College
Classification Title:
MnSCU Administrator 5
Bargaining Unit / Union:
220: Minnesota State Administrator's Plan
City:
MSTA - Moorhead Campus
FLSA:
Job Exempt
Full Time / Part Time:
Full time
Employment Condition:
Unclassified - Unlimited Academic
Salary Range:
$87,098.00 - $139,466.00
Minnesota State Community and Technical College is seeking a Director of Nursing. This position will be located on the Moorhead Campus.
About M State:
A member of the Minnesota State system of colleges and universities, M State serves more than 10,000 students in credit and non-credit courses each year in over 70 career and liberal arts programs online and in-person at its four campuses in northwestern Minnesota. The college also partners with communities to provide workforce development services and other responsive training programs to 500 businesses and thousands of annual participants. M State faculty and staff are dedicated to the values of integrity, inclusion and innovation, and share a vision of, "A success story for every student."
Mission, Vision, Values
MISSION STATEMENT
Minnesota State Community and Technical College specializes in affordable and exceptional education, service and workforce training. We welcome all students and engage them in shaping their futures and their communities.
VISION STATEMENT
A success story for every student.
VALUES
Integrity
As dedicated professionals, we act with purpose in everything we do. We are sincere and honest in our relationships and communications and hold ourselves accountable to doing the right thing even when no one is watching.
Inclusion
We welcome, respect and accept people for who they are and celebrate the power of our collective differences in creating and shaping more robust, energized communities.
Innovation
Through the power of our four campuses, strategic partnerships and creative problem-solving, we enhance communities. We incorporate technology to improve the student experience, and we see continuous improvement as a constant.
Position Summary:
The Director of Nursing provides direction, leadership, and administrative management for the Associate Degree and Practical Nursing programs at M State. This position reports directly to the Dean of the School of Health Sciences, Human Services, and Nursing, and supervises nursing program faculty college-wide and lab assistant staff. The Director of Nursing provides leadership to ensure quality education and compliance with state, national, and accreditation standards. In collaboration with the Dean of Health Sciences, Human Services and Nursing, the Director of Nursing is responsible for academic and strategic planning, assessment, budgeting, faculty and staff development, and fostering an equitable and inclusive environment of the college nursing programs.
Responsibilities:
Program Administration and Compliance
Faculty and Staff Supervision
Strategic Planning; Continuous Improvement; Budget and Resource Management
Stakeholder Engagement
Perform additional responsibilities to support departmental and institutional needs.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Minimum Qualifications
Education: Master's degree in nursing, nursing administration, nursing education, or a related field.
Professional Licensure/Certification: Licensure or eligibility for licensure as a Registered Nurse in Minnesota and North Dakota.
Type and Length of Experience: Leadership experience in a collegiate or clinical setting.
Other: Experience as a nursing instructor.
Preferred Qualifications
Education: Doctoral degree in a related field.
Type and Length of Experience: Three to five years of teaching and/or administrative experience in collegiate nursing programs.
Other:
Experience in curriculum development and accreditation processes.
Knowledge of diverse teaching methodologies and student support strategies.
Effective communication, problem-solving, and supervisory skills.
Progressive leadership and management experience in higher education.
Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain productive, collegial, and professional working with both internal and external customers of the college.
Application Procedure : Position is open until filled with application review to begin the week of Monday, June 23, 2025.
Note: Internal applicants need to apply through the Jobs Hub in Workday.
External applicants go to www.minnesota.edu/jobs/
Application must include :
Letter of interest
Curriculum vitae (or resume)
Name and contact information of three professional references
College transcripts (copies are acceptable for initial application screening)
We have a GENEROUS BENEFITS PACKAGE! Employees receive a competitive pay package that includes several benefits through the State of Minnesota, including:
Medical and dental insurance
Life insurance
Disability insurance
Pre-tax benefits
Time-off benefits
Health and wellness programs
Tuition waiver benefits
If you need accommodations to take part in the application process, please contact Human Resources at (218) 736-1512. For more information regarding M State, refer to our website at: www.minnesota.edu . Minnesota State Community and Technical College, a member of the Minnesota State system, is an affirmative action, equal opportunity educator and employer.
NOTICE: In accordance with the Minnesota State Vehicle Fleet Safety Program, employees driving on college/university business who use a rental or state vehicle shall be required to conform to Minnesota State's vehicle use criteria and consent to a motor vehicle records check
Benefits Information:
At Minnesota State, we have a GREAT BENEFITS PACKAGE! Our generous benefits include 11 paid Holidays, Vacation Time, Sick Time, six weeks of Paid Parental Leave, low cost medical and dental insurance with low deductibles ($250 - $1500), a Pension Plan, 457(b) and 403(b) retirement plans and other retirement investment options, pre-tax medical and dental expense (with roll-over option) and dependent care accounts, employer paid life insurance, short and long term disability, as well as professional development and a tuition waiver program for employees and their dependents, etc. We promote the health and well-being of our employees and take work/life balance seriously.
Desired Start Date:
08-01-2025
Position End Date:
Open Date:
06-02-2025
Close Date:
08-01-2025
Posting Contact Name:
Heidi Ruth Balgaard
Posting Contact Email:
heidi.balgaard@minnesota.edu
