California State University San Marcos (“CSUSM”) seeks a seasoned, strategic, tenured academic nurse administrator to serve as the next Director of the School of Nursing. Housed in the College of Education, Health and Human Services (CEHHS) and reporting to the Dean, the Director will oversee administrative and academic program functions, including program evolution and innovation, system- and state-level engagement, strategic alignment with institutional priorities, clinical-site partnerships, and faculty and staff mentorship. The Director will also lead accreditation efforts and ensure that CSUSM programs meet evolving standards of nursing excellence in California and beyond. This is a 12-month administrative, non-teaching role.
The Director of the School of Nursing serves as the lead administrator for the school, overseeing all administrative, planning, and budgetary matters related to both the San Marcos campus and the Temecula satellite campus; professionally developing, supporting and mentoring tenure track faculty, clinical faculty, and lecturers; evaluating and evolving academic programs to align with best practice, accreditation standards, and market demand; and supporting student success. Directly supervising the Associate Directors and administrative staff, the Director also leads an experienced and highly motivated and talented faculty, and models and fosters a spirit of innovation that supports new initiatives, pilot programs, and new academic directions. In partnership with faculty and staff, the Director builds and nurtures collaborative relationships and partnerships with clinical placement sites, community college partners and other enrollment source institutions, and other community partners as well as the close partnership with Extended Learning for the delivery of certain programs. The Director also plays a key role in system-wide and statewide conversations on nursing policy and legislation that affect nurses and nursing education and leads strategic planning efforts for the school in alignment with institutional priorities.
Key Opportunities Include:
- Supporting New Program Development and Implementation
- Overseeing Accreditation and Evolving Standards
- Evolving Admission and Enrollment in Partnership with Feeder Institutions
- Leading and Empowering a Dedicated Faculty
- Fostering a Culture of Research and Scholarship
- Building New and Nurturing Existing Community Partnerships
- Advancing Development and Fundraising
Candidate Profile
The Director of the School of Nursing will be an experienced academic administrator with a strong background in curricular and program development, assessment, and evaluation. The Director will demonstrate a deep commitment to excellence in educational opportunities for nursing students at all stages of their educational and career paths through sustained engagement with best practices in nursing education, awareness of market demands, and deep knowledge of accreditation standards. The Director will bring a clear commitment to student success and retention and experience working in a richly diverse environment. The successful candidate will demonstrate a strong track record of faculty professional development, mentorship, and empowerment, as well as experience working collaboratively within a shared governance system. The Director will be highly collaborative, accessible, communicative, and committed to a supportive and healthy school community in which every member can thrive. Read the full Leadership Profile by clicking above.
Contact
Laurie Casteen of DSG Global has been exclusively retained for this search. To express interest in this role, please submit a compelling cover letter and resume by completing our Talent Profile. Review of candidate materials will begin immediately. All inquiries and discussions will be considered strictly confidential.
Compensation and Benefits
This is a full-time, 12-month, on-site position based at CSUSM in San Marcos. Salary is competitive and commensurate with experience. This position includes a generous benefits package and a salary range between $145,700 – $202,900 (based on rank, qualifications, and given summer employment).
Equal Opportunity at Cal State San Marcos
California State University San Marcos is a diverse community of individuals who represent many perspectives, beliefs and identities, committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful, and intellectually vibrant environment. We cultivate a culture of open dialogue, mutual respect, and belonging to support educational excellence and student success. Through academic programs, student organizations and activities, faculty initiatives, and community partnerships, we encourage meaningful engagement with diverse perspectives. As a higher education institution, we are dedicated to advancing knowledge and empowering individuals to reach their full potential by prioritizing inclusive curriculum development, faculty and staff training, student mentorship, and comprehensive support programs. At California State University San Marcos, excellence is built on merit, talent, diversity, accessibility, and equal opportunity for all. All university programs and activities are open and available to all regardless of race, sex, color, ethnicity or national origin. Consistent with California law and federal civil rights laws, California State University San Marcos provides equal opportunity in education and employment without unlawful discrimination or preferential treatment based on race, sex, color, ethnicity, or national origin. Our commitment to equal opportunity means ensuring that every student and employee has access to the resources and support they need to thrive and succeed in a university environment and in their communities. The California State University San Marcos complies with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, the California Equity in Higher Education Act, California’s Proposition 209 (Art. I, Section 31 of the California Constitution), other applicable state and federal anti-discrimination laws, and CSU’s Nondiscrimination Policy. We prohibit discriminatory preferential treatment, segregation based on race or any other protected status, and all forms of discrimination, harassment, and retaliation in all university programs, policies, and practices.