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Working Title:

Associate Dean of Nursing

Institution:

Rochester Community and Technical CollegeMnSCU Administrator 5

Bargaining Unit / Union:

220: Minnesota State Administrator's Plan

City:

Rochester

FLSA:

Job Exempt

Full Time / Part Time:

Full time

Employment Condition:

Unclassified - Unlimited Academic

Salary Range:

$87,098.00 - $139,466.00

Job Description

Rochester Community and Technical College seeks a dynamic and experienced professional with proven leadership skills to serve as the Associate Dean of Nursing.  The Associate Dean will provide leadership and direction to assigned nursing and nursing-related programs, faculty and staff; will serve as the Associate Dean of the Associate Degree Nursing Program, the Practical Nursing Program and the Nursing Assistant Program; and will lead collaborative planning with accreditation, higher education and health care agency partners. The Associate Dean of Nursing will:

• Assist in coordination of instructional functions of the Nursing Programs on the state and national level with the Minnesota Board of Nursing, Minnesota Department of Health, and Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing, as well as with Minnesota State colleges and universities Board and staff.
• Develop and coordinate instructional plans and articulated programs related to nursing with post-secondary institutions and other health-care agencies including Winona State University, Augsburg College, Viterbo University, The College of St. Scholastica, the Mayo Clinic, Olmsted Medical Center, and others.
• Coordinate meetings with nursing service personnel to discuss professional issues, to review program goals, and to schedule clinical learning sites.

• Maintain current clinical site contracts and educational transfer agreements for the nursing programs.
• Coordinate the membership and meetings for nursing program advisory boards.
• Represent RCTC with appropriate nursing and educational groups ranging from K-12 to higher-level degree nursing institutions.

Salary Range:

87,098 to 139,466

Minimum Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Education, Public Health Nursing, or a nursing clinical specialty. 

• Be eligible for Licensure in the State of Minnesota as a Registered Nurse.
• Three years of higher education teaching experience.
• Leadership or supervisory experience that required accountability for department, unit, function, program, or team/student results.
• Demonstrated success in fostering collaborative working relationships.

Preferred Qualification 

• Earned Doctorate in a discipline reflective of this position’s current programming, or related field.
• Experience in administration of college nursing programs.
• Evidence of highly developed interpersonal, communication, organizational and facilitation skills.
• Demonstrated commitment to fostering diversity.
• Knowledge of the accreditation process.
• Experience with simulation in nursing education.
• Demonstrated skills in curriculum development and evaluation.
• Experience working in a collective bargaining environment.

Application Process: For optimal consideration please apply by February 11th. Applications accepted until filled.

Required to Apply:

• Cover Letter, Resume, Official Transcripts upon Offer.

Other Requirements

Internal and External Clientele and Purpose of Contact

RCTC faculty, staff, and administration; personnel from health care organizations and industry partners; Educational partners from Minnesota State and non- Minnesota State institutions; State Board of Nursing; ACEN personnel, MN Department of Health, and K-12 partners. Purpose of contact: To address community and industry needs in nursing education, to create pathways for students from secondary to post-secondary education, to support safe patient care practice, to stay current with statewide and national regulations and changes within them.

PROBLEM SOLVING

The Associate Dean of Nursing must solve a range of problems and concerns involving individual, group and institutional needs.  Problem solving often requires weighing the relative merits of complex factors, negotiating with interested parties and making decisions that are ethical, fair and consistent. In developing solutions, the Associate Dean must often propose creative alternatives based on unique situations that present a distinct set of challenges. Problem solving sometimes requires involving other departments, administrative leadership and resources to resolve conflicting interests and perspectives. Creativity is also essential in using staff and physical resources efficiently, identifying new funding sources, and devising innovative strategies to accomplish the goals of the college.

Budget

The Associate Dean of Nursing is responsible for $200,000 of non-personnel budget including operational budgets and differential tuition revenue.

Decision(s) Position Makes and Decision(s) Referred to Higher Authority

This position serves as the Dean of Science and Health Professions designee and must be able to make organizational decisions and sign internal, state and national level documents on behalf of the nursing programs as the administrative leader. This position involves significant discretion and substantial involvement in the development, interpretation and implementation of departmental policy and procedures.

All employees must comply with department and institution procedures and policies, Minnesota State colleges and universities policies and procedures, as well as local, state and federal laws, regulations, guidelines and business and industry standards.

Work Shift (Hours / Days of work)

This is an exempt position with a typical work week of Monday-Friday

Telework (Yes/No)

At RCTC, occasional and situational telework is welcomed for some roles. Our aim is to ensure that the needs of our students, employees, and the College are consistently met. This position is based at RCTC in Rochester, Minnesota, where relationships and the needs of our employees matter.

About

Rochester Community and Technical College (RCTC) is a comprehensive two-year college in the Minnesota State System. RCTC offers over 70 programs in 10 pathways with both liberal arts and career/technical education academic options. 

Working together to improve the state we love. 

What do Minnesota's State employees have in common? 

• A sense of purpose in their work
• Connection with their coworkers and communities
• Opportunities for personal and professional growth

Benefits 

As an employee, you'll have access to one of the most affordable health insurance plans in Minnesota, along with other benefits to help you and your family be well.

Your benefits may include:

• Paid vacation and sick leave 
• 12 paid holidays each year
• Low-cost medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug plans 
• Fertility care, including IVF
• Diabetes care
• Dental and orthodontic care for adults and children 
• 6 weeks paid leave for parents of newborn or newly adopted children
• Pension plan that provides income when you retire (after working at least three years)
• Employer paid life insurance to provide support for your family in the event of death
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance that can provide income if you are unable to work due to illness or injury
• Tax-free expense accounts for health, dental, and dependent care 
• Resources that provide support and promote physical, emotional, social, and financial well-being
• Training, classes, and professional development

• Tuition reimbursement
• Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (Some positions may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. For more information, visit the Federal Student Aid website at studentaid.gov)

Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for work/life support:

• A voluntary confidential program that helps employees and their families with life challenges that may impact overall health, personal well-being, or job performance
• Common sources of stress can be addressed through the EAP: mental health, relationship challenges (personal and work), grief and loss, finances, and legal issues
• Daily Living/Convenience Services: Chore services, home repair, trip planning, child/elder care

Other Information 

The safety of all members of the Rochester Community and Technical College campus community is of vital concern. Resources including the current Annual Security Report are available at our Campus Safety webpage.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER 

Minnesota State is an equal opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.

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:

04-01-2026

Position End Date:

Open Date:

12-30-2025

Close Date:

Posting Contact Name:

Amanda Renee Melin

Posting Contact Email:

amanda.melin@rctc.edu