Full Professor - School of Nursing

Tarleton State University•Stephenville, TX

32d•Onsite

About The Position

Tarleton State University, a distinguished Doctoral National Comprehensive University, invites applications for the position of Assistant/Associate Dean & Assistant/Associate/Full Professor Tenure-Track in the School of Nursing . As part of a vibrant academic community dedicated to excellence in teaching, research, and service, this role offers the opportunity to contribute meaningfully to a university that values innovation, collaboration, and inclusive growth. Join us in advancing knowledge and transforming lives—on campus and beyond. Tarleton State University continues to grow its impact across Texas, with four distinct campuses located in Stephenville, Fort Worth, RELLIS-Bryan and Waco , along with a robust online community that extends our reach even further. At the heart of it all is Stephenville , where Tarleton State offers a dynamic environment for faculty and staff. From a lively live music scene and numerous local festivals to rich traditions rooted in the surrounding community, Stephenville provides a vibrant and welcoming atmosphere. No matter where you're located—on campus or online—you are part of a mission that transforms lives and makes a difference across the state of Texas and beyond. The Assistant/Associate Dean provides academic and administrative leadership for the School of Nursing. The Assistant/Associate Dean assists with faculty, staff, and student affairs; plays a key role in budget and resource management; oversees strategic planning. This role is responsible for fostering excellence in teaching, research, and service, while promoting the strategic goals of the School of Nursing and the Division of Health Sciences. This position reports to the Dean of the School of Nursing. This is a 12-month tenure-track position located primarily on Tarleton State University’s campus in Stephenville and/or Fort Worth, Texas. Work hours: Mon-Fri; 8 AM-5 PM or as work and teaching responsibilities indicate. The position requires travel to all campus locations served by the program. Serves as a Campus Security Authority (CSA).

Requirements

Earned doctorate/terminal Degree in the teaching discipline or a closely related field from an accredited university.
Rank will be determined by reviewing the faculty member’s record of years of experience and professional achievements in teaching, service, and research consistent with the Texas A&M system guidance.
Must have a distinguished record that warrants a tenured faculty appointment at the rank of Associate or Full Professor.
If requested, tenure upon arrival would be granted approval from The Texas A&M University System.
Credit towards tenure will be assessed and offered at hire.
Excellent written and oral communication skills in English.
Eligible and maintaining a current license as an RN in the State of Texas.
Demonstrated experience with CCNE accreditation standards and Texas Board of Nursing Requirements for Nursing Education.
Knowledge and understanding of disciplinary subject matter at a level adequate for graduate-level instruction; written and oral communication skills sufficient to conduct effective teaching and research activities; ability to interact with students, staff, and faculty in a professional, collegial, and collaborative manner.

Nice To Haves

Administrative and leadership experience as department head/chair at the college/university level or experience in supervisory/management position(s) in an academic arena.
Previous experience in oversight of accredited academic programs or in leading a program toward accreditation.
Demonstrated ability to use and understand data to inform strategic planning and decision-making for the department.
Strong evidence of ability to set operational goals from strategic plans and lead direct reports to accomplish strategic goals and initiatives.

Responsibilities

Administration: Leadership and Strategic Planning
Vision : Collaborate with the School faculty and staff to establish a vision for the program in alignment with the overall vision of the school, division, and the university.
Strategic Planning : Lead the shared development and implementation of a departmental strategic plan.
Institutional Collaboration : Work with the school dean and their leadership team, as well as administrative leadership in academic affairs and across institutional divisions to fulfill the institutional strategic plan Tarleton Forward 2030.
Budget and Resource Allocation
Financial Oversight : Develop and manage the school’s budget in collaboration with division and university administration.
Resource Allocation : Oversee the allocation of school resources, including equipment, lab space, technology, and office space.
Reporting : Work with the university budget specialist for record keeping and university reporting.
Academic Program Development and Continuous Improvement
Curriculum Assessment : Ensure the ongoing review, development, and modification of curriculum to take advantage of cutting-edge technologies, and to meet the evolving needs of students, accreditation standards, and industry expectations.
Program Assessment : Ensure review and evaluation of existing academic programs, using data to enhance quality and ensure alignment with institutional goals.
Program Development : Work with department and university partners to propose and develop new undergraduate and graduate programs, including interdisciplinary programs, majors, minors, certificates, etc.
Accreditation Compliance : Ensure that academic programs meet discipline and institutional accreditation requirements, including preparation of necessary reports and supporting documentation.
Faculty and Staff Excellence
Recruitment and Hiring : Oversee faculty and staff recruitment efforts, ensuring compliant recruitment practices and high-quality hiring.
Mentoring: Provide mentorship and guidance to faculty and staff, foster ongoing professional development; encourage and support faculty in pursuing effective teaching practices and competitive scholarship.
Workload Management : Oversee faculty teaching assignments; oversee the collaborative articulation of faculty teaching, research, service, and administrative goals in the yearly Statement of Expectation documents.
Evaluation : Conduct annual performance evaluations of faculty and staff, including faculty midpoint, tenure & promotion, and post-tenure reviews.
Communication and Conflict Resolution : Foster open lines of communication within the school as well as with division leadership; address and mediate conflicts within the school, including faculty and staff disputes.
Student Academic Success
Engagement : Foster a productive environment for student engagement, retention, and graduation; support student organizations within the department.
Academic Scheduling : Ensure that class offerings meet student demand and degree progression.
Conduct : Support faculty in their obligation to uphold standards of academic integrity and rigor of classes and programs; mediate departmental processes for student academic appeals.
Recruitment : Work with the Division of Enrollment Management and the College of Graduate Studies to market programs to increase enrollment.
Career Development: Connect students with opportunities for internships, experiential learning, and career exploration.
Maintain an active agenda for research, scholarship, or creative activity appropriate to the applicant’s academic discipline.
Make original contributions to the advancement of knowledge/creative expression in the applicant’s discipline through scholarly publication, presentation, or exhibition.
Demonstrate potential for external funding, national impact, or professional recognition.
Plan, prepare, and deliver lectures, seminars, and/or laboratory offerings to undergraduate and/or graduate students, which may include general education core curriculum.
Assess student performance, provide timely feedback, and evaluate student learning outcomes to inform teaching practices and curriculum improvements.
Incorporate innovative teaching methods, technologies, and pedagogical approaches to enhance student learning and engagement.