Job Description

About Middlesex Community College:

Middlesex Community College (MCC), established in 1970, provides access to affordable education for a diverse community from all ethnic backgrounds and identities, preparing individuals for success and lifelong learning. We promote academic excellence, provide workforce development opportunities, and empower all learners to become productive and socially responsible members of our local and global communities.

The College provides a broad range of services that are essential to attract, reward, and retain talented faculty and staff. The MCC community promotes a culture of inclusion in which our employees feel supported and empowered to best serve our diverse student population. We are proud to offer our classes on both the Bedford and Lowell campuses, as well as a robust online course offering. MCC is committed to transforming lives as we educate, challenge, and support all students as evident in our strategic plan.

As an Affirmative Action employer, MCC strongly encourages members of underrepresented groups, minorities, women, veterans, persons with disabilities, and all persons committed to diversity and inclusive excellence to apply.

Job Description:

Title: Director of Practical Nurse Education

Unit: Non-Unit Professional (NUP) 

Department: Nursing

Reports to: Senior Director of Nurse Education

Date: October 28, 2024

General Summary: The Director of Practical Nurse Education is responsible for serving as an administrative officer for the Nursing Programs and administrator of record for the Practical Nursing program. The Director of Practical Nurse Education collaborates with the Senior Director of Nurse Education in establishing, maintaining, and monitoring current and sound educational practices. The Director or Practical Nurse Education provides strategic leadership for issues related to the Practical Nursing Program and serves as the administrative representative to state and federal regulatory authorities, accrediting bodies, and to pertinent professional nursing associations. The Director is responsible to students, faculty, and college administration for the safe and lawful operations of the Practical Nursing program. This includes management of the Practical Nursing Program budget, related grant budgets, maintenance and development of the Program Advisory Board meetings, and maintenance of program accreditations. This essential role encompasses collaborating with all nursing program faculty, support staff, the Senior Director of Nursing Education, and the Dean of Health to ensure continuous Practical Nursing Program improvement and alignment with ADN program. The position requires an equity-minded, creative, and knowledgeable individual with a positive approach to provide management for the Nursing programs, and a mindset that supports the college's strategic initiatives. The Director of Practical Nurse Education is expected to exhibit initiative, enthusiasm, and teamwork in accomplishing the responsibilities of the position. The individual who serves in this position must be committed to equity, diversity, excellence, student engagement, and success. 

Duties and Responsibilities: 

Provide academic leadership and administrative direction to the Practical Nursing Program:

• Serve as the Nurse Administrator/Administrator of Record in accordance with the Massachusetts Board of Registration in Nursing and accreditation requirements for Practical Nursing Program.
• Oversee planning, implementation, and evaluation of all aspects of the educational programs, including curriculum development and the nursing program systematic evaluation plan.
• Coordinate searches for full-time faculty and staff positions for the Practical Nursing Programs.
• Orient, mentor and evaluate full-time and part-time faculty in their areas of responsibility according to the MCCC contract for Practical Nursing Program.
• Recruit, interview and hire full-time and part-time faculty for Practical Nursing Programs.
• Prepare schedules and payroll for adjunct faculty for submission to the Dean Health for Practical Nursing Program.
• Plan and manage the budget to ensure the acquisition of necessary equipment and supplies for classrooms, laboratories and other instructional settings. Determine priorities for budgetary expenditures based on department needs; monitor budget.
• Develop schedules for all classes offered in the Practical Nursing Program.
• Prepare reports as needed for regulatory agencies, the College, and to support Nursing program initiatives and to assess the effectiveness of initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with all required state regulations and accreditation criteria.
• Promote and maintain responsive community relations, including a Nursing Department Advisory Board that meets at least 2 times per year.
• Resolve student issues as they relate to the Practical Nursing Program.
• Develop and renew articulation agreements with area high schools, ADN programs, and four-year institutions as appropriate.
• Encourage and structure innovative professional development activities.
• Provide leadership and direction to faculty in development of initiatives and activities that promote positive program outcomes.
• Provide guidance and leadership to faculty on the use of alternative pedagogy to enhance student learning. This includes the promotion of instructional applications of technology, web-based enhancements, and e-learning.
• Develop and implement grants and support faculty in developing and implementing grants.
• Work in collaboration with relevant areas of the college to ensure that all students in the Nursing program receive appropriate academic advising.
• Works in collaboration with coordinators of the Nursing Program options.
• Participate in relevant committees of the College.

Collaborate with the Sr. Director of Nurse Education and Dean of Health to:

• Develop, implement, and assess Practical Nursing Department goals. Ensure that goals align with the institution's mission and values and support the college's strategic directions including student success initiatives.
• Provide leadership in grant activities for the Nursing Department. Assist with data collection, analysis and reporting.
• Assess programmatic needs through the program review process and oversee the assessment of institutional, departmental and course student learning outcomes.
• Develop and improve departmental curriculum which includes the development, revision, implementation and/or removal of courses.
• Maintain current knowledge of trends and practices in the field through peer association, attendance at seminars, study, and review of literature.
• Other duties as needed or assigned.

Requirements:

• Duties require knowledge of nursing and college administration to completion of a Master's degree or higher in Nursing
• Minimum of five (5) years of related nursing experience, or its equivalent combination of additional education and experience within the last eight (8) years, with at least three (3) years of experience in nursing education.
• Compliance with of Massachusetts Board of Regulations in Nursing 244 CMR 6.04(2)(a)
• Current Massachusetts Registered Nurse license in good standing.
• Experience working as a Practical Nurse and/or clear understanding of PN scope of practice
• Commitment to the mission and philosophy of the college with an understanding and respect for the goals of college activities.
• Leadership, planning, management, and supervisory skills.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Ability to recognize college-wide priorities and work cooperatively and collaboratively to support their accomplishment.
• Financial management skills.
• Ability to market programs and ideas; to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing; to establish positive public relations, and to work collaboratively with people to set and achieve common goals.
• Knowledge of curriculum development, including theory and practice.
• Knowledge of nursing education and program assessment.
• Understanding of the need to incorporate technology into the many aspects of the college.
• Experience with equity-minded work and/or understanding of individuals of diverse identities such as race, ethnicity, socioeconomic level, sexual orientation, veterans, and individuals with different academic preparation levels and varying physical and learning abilities. 

Preferred Qualifications:

• Understanding of and commitment to the role of the community college in higher education.
• Knowledge of cultural competency skills framework.
• Bilingual skills a plus.

Additional Information:

Salary Range: $80,000 - $90,000; actual salary commensurate with academic background and experience. Employees of Middlesex Community College are considered employees of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts and receive benefits, which include:

• High-quality and affordable health insurance through the Commonwealth's Group Insurance Commission (GIC)
• Competitive Dental and Vision Plans
• Flexible Spending Account and Dependent Care Assistance programs
• Low-cost basic and optional life insurance
• Retirement Savings: State Employees' Pension or Optional Retirement Program (ORP) and Deferred Compensation 457(b) plan or 403(b).
• 12 paid holidays per year and competitive Sick, Vacation, and Personal Time
• Tuition Benefits for employees and dependents at state colleges and universities
• Short-Term Disability and Extended Illness program participation options
• Professional Development and Continuing Education opportunities
• Cell Phone Bill Discounts with Verizon and T-Mobile Cell Phone Carriers
• Access to the Commonwealth's Mass4You, employee assistance program
• Free employee parking on Bedford and Lowell campuses
• Eligibility towards Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)

Location: Lowell campus with occasional travel to Bedford as needed

Hours: 37.5 per week, schedule to be determined upon hire. This position will be eligible for a maximum of two days of telework in accordance with the College's telework policy.

Expected Start Date: January 2025

Application Deadline: November 13, 2024

Application Instructions:

All applicants must apply online by submitting:

• Cover Letter
• Resume
• Names and contact information for three (3) professional references

Pre-Employment Requirements:

The College will not sponsor applicants for work visas.

All offers of employment at Middlesex Community College are contingent upon clear results of a thorough background check. Background checks will be conducted on all final candidates, as deemed necessary.

Middlesex Community College only accepts application materials through our online application system. We are unable to accept application materials through mail, email, fax, or hand delivery. If you do not have access to a computer, please contact Human Resources at careers@middlesex.mass.edu.

Middlesex Community College strives to make the application and interview process accessible for all applicants but understands that applicants may still encounter barriers due to ability, language, or technology. If we can make the process any more accessible for you, contact Human Resources at 781-280-3549 or careers@middlesex.mass.edu.

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