How To Become A Successful University Administrator

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1 Search for The Blair College of Health Dean at Queens University of Charlotte Queens University of Charlotte seeks a new Dean for the Blair College of Health. We are looking for a visionary and innovative leader with exceptionally strong people skills to help strengthen current undergraduate and graduate programs while growing a variety of new programs, particularly in health and wellness. The newest of the colleges and schools at Queens, the Blair College also houses the Presbyterian School of Nursing, the largest producer of new Registered Nurses in the state of North Carolina, and the Wellness Institute. The Presbyterian School has Associates, Bachelors, and Masters programs. The Blair College of Health and the Presbyterian School of Nursing enjoy outstanding support from the community, including an engaged and respected Advisory Board of professionals. The Dean of the Blair College of Health is responsible for planning, developing, coordinating, reviewing and administering all the programs in the college, and for providing oversight to the Presbyterian School of Nursing, the Wellness Institute, and health programs, and for ensuring the maintenance of all accreditations. The Dean serves as the primary advocate and liaison for the Blair College faculty in matters of curriculum, policy, program development and resource allocation. The Dean will also be expected to maintain and strengthen the relationships with the Advisory Board and our community partners, in particular Presbyterian Hospital. The Dean reports directly to the Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs. The planned start date for the position is July Queens is a co-educational, comprehensive university with a commitment to liberal arts and professional studies. We serve approximately 2,700 total students in a beautiful, park-like main campus that spans 30-acres and is nestled in the historic Myers Park neighborhood just two miles from uptown Charlotte. 1

2 Contents: About Queens page 2 Mission, Vision and Values Page 3 Fast Facts pages 3-4 The Blair College of Health page 4 Position profile page 6 About Queens What began as a small women s college in 1857 has evolved into a co-educational, comprehensive, master s-level university with a commitment to the integration of the liberal arts and professional studies. Our six Colleges and Schools are: the College of Arts and Sciences; McColl School of Business; Andrew Blair College of Health (including the Presbyterian School of Nursing); Wayland H. Cato Jr. School of Education; Knight School of Communication; and Hayworth College for Adult Studies. Under the leadership of a dynamic and visionary president, Dr. Pamela Davies, Queens is clearly a university on the move. The traditional undergraduate population has grown an astounding 57% over the past five years and this year s entering class is projected to be the largest in the university s history. The number of full-time faculty has grown from 60 to 120 and several new successful graduate programs have been introduced. Queens is currently engaged in a very successful $100m capital campaign and has just broken ground on a new Sciences and Health Building that will be a Platinum Lead certified facility; a Wellness and Recreation Center; and a 175-bed residence hall. And Queens has just received a major transformational gift of more than $20 million that will significantly enhance our ability to attract and support more high ability students. Queens is also fortunate to be located in Charlotte, N.C., and in a state that is known worldwide for quality higher education. Our students not only enjoy the benefits of a safe campus in a beautiful city, but also have access to incredible internship opportunities in this dynamic city and the surrounding area. With a 12:1 student-faculty ratio, Queens is clearly a student-centered university, whose academic quality has been affirmed by numerous rankings and awards, including: A ranking in the top 10 percent for student-faculty interaction, according NSSE The only school in the state to boast five North Carolina Professors of the Year among our faculty, present and former Pulitzer Prize winner, a Fulbright Scholar, and North Carolina s Poet Laureate on our faculty A No. 2 ranking from U.S. News & World Report among all universities and universities in the US for the number of students who study abroad more than 90% of our students study abroad A required internship program that gives students experience with major corporations and institutions in Charlotte and the region 2

3 Our Mission Queens University of Charlotte provides transformative educational experiences that nuture intellectual curiosity, promote global understanding, encourage ethical living, and prepare individuals for purposeful and fulfilling lives. Our Vision Queens University of Charlotte will be recognized as a leading comprehensive university in the Southeast, distinguished by its commitment to transforming the lives of its students and enhancing the intellectual and cultural fabric of its community. Our Values Queens University of Charlotte acts upon the following values. Focus on Students: We value the factors which foster student success: an intimate learning environment, excellence in teaching, intellectual curiosity, and an education grounded in the liberal arts tradition, one which develops critical thinking, creativity, communication, commitment to ethical behavior, responsible citizenship and which serves as a foundation for successful and fulfilling lives. Integrity and Respect: We value a sense of caring and community, seek to promote diversity and respect for all people and we recognize the importance of personal integrity and ethical action. Stewardship: We value and are committed to those who learn and work at Queens, and we are proud of our university. We will responsibly manage our heritage, our resources and our reputation in the community to ensure that we remain a source of pride for our students, faculty, staff, donors and alumni. Creativity and Innovation: We value creative and innovative thinking and acting, both in the classroom and in advancing Queens toward its vision as a leading comprehensive university and a community asset. Service: We value responsibility and service to the society at large, in keeping with our Presbyterian connection and as expressed in our motto, Not to be served, but to serve. Fast Facts Founded: 1857 Religious affiliation: Presbyterian USA Motto: Non ministrari sed ministrare, Not to be served, but to serve. President: Dr. Pamela Davies Board of Trustees Chair: Benjamin P. Jenkins III Enrollment: 2,600 (approximate) Endowment: $75 million Full-time faculty: 120 Undergraduate student/faculty ratio: 12:1 Percentage of FT faculty with Ph.D. or highest degree: 71 Students studying abroad: more than 90 percent On-campus resident undergraduate students: 65 percent Academic programs 32 majors, more than 79 minors 4 pre-professional programs 10 graduate programs 3

4 Fast Facts (cont.) Colleges & Schools College of Arts & Sciences McColl School of Business Wayland H. Cato, Jr. School of Education Blair College of Health and Presbyterian School of Nursing Knight School of Communication Hayworth College for Adult Studies Special Centers/Programs The Center for Ethics & Religion The Center for Entrepreneurial Leadership MFA in Creative Writing Accolades U.S. News & World Report 2010: #2 Percentage of students who travel abroad #18 Regional Universities/South #2, Regional Universities/South (N.C. private institutions) #7 Regional Universities/South: international students #15 Regional Universities/South: Great Schools, Great Prices #10 Regional Universities/South: percentage of classes under 20 #16 Regional Universities/South: graduation rate Five North Carolina Professors of the Year, more than any other institution in North Carolina in last 14 years Largest producer of registered nurses (RNs) in North Carolina among private institutions About The Blair College of Health Established in 2010, the Blair College of Health is named after Dr. Andrew Blair, a prominent physician in Charlotte who passed away in The college was funded with a generous gift from Richard and Delores Blair, who along with the senior leadership at Queens, recognized the need for a broadening of health education opportunities in the Charlotte area. The healthcare industry generates more new jobs from year to year than any other industry, a trend that is expected to continue through the next decade. Healthcare is increasingly complex, multidisciplinary, and collaborative, with knowledge in the health sciences doubling every 18 months. Contemporary health education requires a multidisciplinary community of scholars. The Blair College of Health will provide such a venue within a private university environment as a major asset to Charlotte, the healthcare hub of the Piedmont of North Carolina and Upstate South Carolina. The College of Health houses the Presbyterian School of Nursing and the Wellness Institute. The Presbyterian School of Nursing Presbyterian School of Nursing at Queens is the largest private producer of new RNs in North Carolina and upholds a tradition of more than a century of excellence in nursing education. We currently support a number of initiatives including a new patient simulation lab and several partnerships for community-based service-learning. The School has 32 full-time faculty and approximately 550 students in its ASN, BSN, and MSN programs. The Philosophy of the Presbyterian School of Nursing Among the key tenets of our School s philosophy are the following: Nursing is a caring profession and practice discipline based on nursing knowledge, theory, research, and evidence-based practice. The nurse as a leader and advocate responds to change and coordinates, manages, and integrates healthcare in 4

5 collaboration with the interdisciplinary team. The nurse uses interpersonal skills, the nursing process, therapeutic interventions, and the teaching and learning process to develop effective partnerships. Care is continually evaluated to improve quality and manage resources appropriately. Informatics is used to communicate and manage knowledge. Clinical practice effectively develops reflection, problem-solving skills, competencies and the use of technology. Nursing standards and legal statutes are followed. Nursing education in a comprehensive university rooted in the liberal arts provides opportunities for exposure to diverse perspective and experiences. Knowledge from the arts and sciences enables the student to develop and use personal standards to make reasoned choices and to articulate ideas effectively. Learning best occurs in an atmosphere of responsibility and respect in which students and teachers share common educational goals. The faculty as facilitators of learning design experiences with students that promote professional values and role development, critical thinking, ethical decision making, and caring practices. The educational climate fosters a commitment to lifelong learning. Position Profile The Dean of the Blair College of Health is responsible for planning, developing, coordinating, reviewing, and administering all the programs in the College, for providing oversight to the Presbyterian School of Nursing and the Wellness Institute, and for ensuring the maintenance of all accreditations. The Dean serves as the primary advocate and liaison for the Blair College faculty in matters of curriculum, policy, program development and resource allocation. The Dean will also be expected to maintain and strengthen the relationships with the Advisory Board and our community partners, in particular Presbyterian Hospital. The Dean reports directly to the Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs. The planned start date for the position is July Essential Duties and Responsibilities for the Dean Provide clear, respected leadership and vision to faculty and staff in the Blair College Lead the timely development of new programs in Nursing, health, and wellness Build strong coalitions with internal and external constituents: faculty, college community, the healthcare community, alumni, and prospective and current students Provide visionary academic and administrative leadership and direction for the Blair College Promote the School s programs and actively recruit highly qualified students and faculty Coordinate efforts to maintain the School s compliance and accreditation standards Ensure compliance with grants currently in process Enhance the School s presence locally, regionally, and nationally Acquire and allocate resources through fundraising and grants Plan, in consultation with faculty, students and staff, short- and long-term programs and activities to support the mission of the Blair College and Queens Serve on the Deans Council, the President s Council Executive Committee, and other university academic committees as needed Other duties as assigned 5

6 Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Exceptionally strong communication skills (verbal, written, interpersonal) and the ability to quickly establish and maintain strong rapport at all levels of the University in order to collaborate effectively and build partnerships inside and outside of the university An earned doctorate or terminal degree in Nursing or in health and wellness fields A record of successful teaching and scholarship that would qualify for the position of full professor Prior administrative experience at the level of dean, department chair or major program director Successful experience in or demonstrated capacity for fundraising Ability to effectively make presentations to the administrative team, internal and external constituents, and senior leadership Skills and experience in strategic planning, fiscal planning, and resource management Proven ability to hire, train, develop, and lead high performing teams Demonstrated success in developing and managing diverse teams and in championing diversity Demonstrated commitment to academic excellence Demonstrated experience with grant administration Demonstrated organization and planning skills (strategic, short- and long-term); strong follow-up and follow-through skills to ensure completion of strategic plans, goals and objectives Demonstrated evidence of a flexible, energetic, creative, and results-oriented leadership style that promotes trust, autonomy, and accountability Application Procedure: To apply, please send via a letter of interest, curriculum vitae, and the names and contact information of three professional references to: The Chair, Search Committee for the Dean of the Blair College of Health, Office of Academic Affairs, Queens University of Charlotte. Only electronic applications submitted to academicjobs@queens.edu will be accepted. All documents must be in either Word or.pdf formats. Be sure to include REF: D-BLAIR and Your Name as your Subject Line. (Example: REF: D-BLAIR, Shawn Mullin). As we pursue our mission to provide educational experiences that transform students lives and foster personal and professional success, Queens University of Charlotte is completely and firmly committed to supporting and celebrating all forms of diversity. Queens does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, sexual orientation, sexual identify, religion, age, national origin, disability, political beliefs, veteran status, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law in the administration of its educational and admissions policies, scholarship and loan programs, athletic programs, employment and hiring policies, or other University-administered programs. Any applicant for employment who needs any reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act should contact the Director of Human Resources or hr@queens.edu. 6