Dean of Nursing

THIS IS A HYBRID WORK FROM HOME POSITION w/monthly meetings in Albany, NY.

Excelsior University in Albany, New York, offers a dynamic and rewarding career destination for those eager to shape the future of education while enjoying the flexibility and innovation of a pioneering online institution. As a private, nonprofit university renowned for its commitment to adult learners and working professionals, Excelsior empowers its faculty and staff to make a tangible impact through accessible, high-quality education. With a mission rooted in breaking barriers—evidenced by its founding in 1971 as one of the first distance-learning pioneers—Excelsior blends a rich legacy with a forward-thinking approach, making it an inspiring place to work.

Imagine a workplace where your efforts directly support nearly 16,000 students worldwide, many of whom are balancing careers, families, and ambitions in fields like nursing, business, and technology. Excelsior’s nursing programs, a cornerstone of its offerings, boast ACEN accreditation for bachelor’s and master’s degrees and a national reputation for preparing healthcare leaders. Employees here don’t just teach or administer—they innovate, collaborating on flexible, competency-based programs that meet students where they are. Whether you’re drawn to academic instruction, student support, or cutting-edge program development, you’ll find a role that leverages your skills in a mission-driven environment.

Located in Albany, a vibrant capital city with a blend of history, culture, and affordability, Excelsior offers the perks of a connected community while operating as a fully online university. This means you’ll enjoy a modern, adaptable work culture—often with remote or hybrid opportunities—paired with the stability of an institution accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education. With a diverse team serving a global student body, competitive benefits, and a chance to contribute to transformative education,

Excelsior University isn’t just a job—it’s a calling for those who thrive on empowering others to succeed. This is a HYBRID ROLE where you work from home and can drive to the Albany offices as needed (typically once a month). Only those within a "reasonable" drive currently in the North East will be considered. Priority will be given to candidates in New York State.

What you bring to the table:

• Earned doctorate, preferably in nursing, curriculum and instruction, assessment, program evaluation, institutional research, higher education administration or related field from a regionally accredited United States institution or an equivalent, nationally recognized foreign institution of higher learning. 
• Strong track record of leading a successful ACEN or CCNE Accredited Nursing Programs.
• New York State accreditation and licensing requirements and associated regulations preferred.
• Distinguished record of interprofessional collaboration and contributions to the nursing profession.
• Demonstrated knowledge and experience working with accrediting agencies, preferably nursing education accreditors and particularly the New York State Education Department, including leading degree programs through successful site visits.
• Experience leading, developing, implementing, and evaluating innovative strategic initiatives and taking personal initiative to carry these out in a “roll-up-the-sleeves” manner.
• A creative thinker who is capable of evaluating current business processes and providing innovative solutions that increase quality and efficiency.

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