Columbia Gorge Community College Hiring for Director of Nursing and Health Occupations at The Dalles, OR Full Time

Who we are:

Columbia Gorge Community College (CGCC) is a rural community college, sized perfectly to be
dynamic, nimble and innovative. We serve a full-time equivalency (FTE) of approximately 850 students, with a total headcount of
approximately 4,000 students. 

CGCC serves a diverse region in north-central Oregon and south-central Washington. Our main
campus is within the Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area in The Dalles, Oregon, with a satellite center in Hood River, Oregon.
Currently, the college offers a full range of learning opportunities, including collegiate transfer, career and technical education,
GED/Pre-college, high school college credit, community education, and customized training. The college has made great strides in providing
innovative and exemplary career and technical programs of critical importance to the communities and region it serves.

Who we
seek:

An Instructional Director who brings innovation, vision, and data-informed, student-centered leadership to our Nursing
and Health Occupations (NHO) training, certificate, and degree programs—and high school college credit courses—including
Nursing, Nursing Assistant, Medical Assisting, and Emergency Medical Services. The Director of NHO also serves as Nurse Administrator, per
Oregon State Board of Nursing (OSBN), with institutional authority and administrative responsibility for the Nursing Program.

What you will do:

• Recruit, evaluate, develop and support department faculty and staff, and maintain an
  appropriate roster of qualified adjunct instructors;
• Manage and develop budget for assigned programs, making informed decisions to
  ensure sustainability of programs, and providing guidance on the prioritization of equipment needs and purchases;
• Provide
  department leadership that promotes program growth by implementing effective and best-practice strategies to increase enrollment and
  maximize student learning, retention, and completion, such as those pertaining to delivery modalities, instructional practice, assessment,
  and equity and belonging;
• Cultivate strong relationships with business and industry partners, school districts, community
  organizations, and workforce development agencies, to develop new programs and align learning outcomes with workforce needs and
  students’ end goals;
• Develop and oversee relevant coursework in high school college credit programs: College Now (i.e., dual
  credit), Early College, Expanded Options (OR), and Running Start (WA);
• As the primary liaison to OSBN: prepare and submit Annual
  Report and others as required; attend annual Dean & Directors meeting, as able; submit faculty appointment and exit forms for new hires
  or faculty that leave the college;
• As the primary liaison to the Washington Department of Health (DOH) Nursing Care Quality
  Assurance Commission (NCQAC), ensure the program’s continuing approval to place students for clinical experiences in Washington State
  facilities. Prepare and submit NCQAC Annual Report on clinical activities in Washington State;
• Lead Nursing Admissions Committee
  meetings and processes, including: 
• Implement assigned projects and activities, and perform other duties as assigned or
  delegated by the Vice President of Instructional Services.

The list of essential functions, as outlined herein, is
intended to be representative of the tasks performed within this classification. It is not necessarily descriptive of any one position in
the class. The omission of an essential function does not preclude management from assigning duties not listed herein if such functions are
a logical assignment to the position.

Requirements

SUPERVISES THE FOLLOWING
STAFF

Nursing and Health Occupations Administrative Assistant and all faculty in designated programs, including programs
leads and/or coordinators. 

REQUIREMENTS/QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATIONAL
BACKGROUND

Master’s Degree in Nursing from an accredited institution with documentation of preparation and/or
experience in curriculum and teaching in a nursing program.

EXPERIENCE

Five years of nursing experience, of
which three years shall have been in a nurse educator or administrative position in a nursing education program. 

Preferred
Qualifications/Experience: Post-Master’s preparation in Education or doctoral degree in Nursing or in Education. Recent clinical
experience. Ability to meet Oregon State requirements for clinical instructors in an Oregon facility. Experience in Associate Degree Nursing
Program.

Licensure and other Credentials: Current unencumbered Oregon R.N. License and Washington R.N. License. 

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND PERSONAL QUALIFICATIONS

1. Demonstrate professional competence and continued
   development in nursing, nursing education, and assigned teaching responsibilities.
2. Knowledge of instructional delivery, the
   elements of effective teaching and learning, and the principles of adult education.
3. Ability to work cooperatively with staff,
   faculty, and students.
4. Ability to work effectively with individuals and groups representing the Health Services industry, community
   partners, and other educational agencies.
5. A spirit of enthusiasm, energy and multi-cultural awareness. 
6. Human
   resource management skills and fiscal management skills. 
7. Strong commitment to student success.
8. Strong commitment to
   innovation, collaboration, and quality.
9. High personal integrity and sound professional ethics.
10. Ability to plan, implement,
    and manage an instructional program.
11. Willingness to work and/or travel on a flexible schedule including some evenings and
    weekends.
12. Ability to stay current in the field through professional development and self-study.

WORKING
CONDITIONS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to
successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to
perform the essential functions.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit and
  talk, or hear. The employee is occasionally required to walk; use hands to finger, handle, or operate computers, objects, tools, or
  controls; and reach with hands and arms. 
• The employee must occasionally lift and/or move 35 pounds. Specific vision abilities
  required by this job include close vision and the ability to focus.
• Able to travel, work evening, and weekends.

Position information 

Studies have shown that women and people of color may be less likely to apply for jobs
unless they meet every one of the qualifications listed. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job. We would
encourage you to apply, even if you don’t meet every one of our qualifications listed. If you are unsure whether you meet the qualifications
for this position, please feel free to contact us to discuss your application. 

Open until filled. An initial review of
applications begins the week of June 13, 2022.

Starting Salary Expectations

$67,890-$74,171/yr based on
qualifications, experience, and internal equity. Benefit package includes group health, dental, vision, long-term disability, life
insurance, PERS, and sick leave governed by College policy. 

Please include a letter of interest, resume, transcripts, and any
relevant certifications with your application materials.