New River Community College
Dean of Health Professions
🇺🇸 Pulaski, VA
🕑 Full-Time
💰 $82K - $105K
💻 Other
🗓️ December 9th, 2025
Edtech.com's Summary
New River Community College is hiring a Dean of Health Professions. The role involves leading and managing the Division of Health Professions, directing nursing and allied health programs, supervising faculty, ensuring compliance with regulations, managing budgets and schedules, fostering partnerships with public schools, and promoting student success initiatives.
Highlights
- Lead and manage the Division of Health Professions reporting to the Vice President for Instruction and Student Services.
- Serve as program director for associate degree in nursing, practical nursing, and certified nurse assistant programs.
- Mentor, supervise, and evaluate full-time and adjunct faculty, and recommend new faculty hires.
- Ensure programs comply with national and state laws, regulations, and accreditation requirements.
- Manage curriculum development, division budget, productivity, and master course schedules.
- Oversee the dual enrollment program and cultivate partnerships with public schools.
- Provide leadership in assessment, program review, and assist Workforce Development to meet business and industry needs.
- Required qualifications include a current Virginia RN license, master’s degree in nursing or nursing education, at least two years of RN experience, teaching or administrative experience, and knowledge of nursing and allied health regulations and trends.
- Salary range is $82,000 to $105,000, dependent on academic qualifications and experience.
- Experience with accreditations such as ACEN, AHIMA, AAPC, and CAAHEP/CoAEMSP is preferred.
Dean of Health Professions Full Description
Dean of Health Professions
Please see Special Instructions for more details.
Submit a completed state application, resume, three current letters of recommendation and unofficial transcripts.
Posting Summary
Working Title | Dean of Health Professions
Role Title |
Role Code | 01123-SW
FLSA | Exempt
Pay Band | 00
Position Number | 275FA097
Agency | New River Community College
Agency/Division | New River Community College (Div)
Work Location | Pulaski - 155
Hiring Range | $82,000-$105,000 Dependent on academic qualifications and previous work experience.
Emergency/Essential Personnel | No
EEO Category | A-Official or Administrator
Full Time or Part Time | Full Time
Does this position have telework options? -Telework options are subject to change based on business needs- | No
Does this position have a bilingual or multilingual skill requirement or preference? | No
Work Schedule | Monday – Friday
Sensitive Position | No
Job Description
New River Community College is a two-year state institution of higher education operating under a statewide system of 23 community colleges. The college is located on a one-hundred plus acre site at the intersection of U.S. Routes 11 and 100 in Dublin, Virginia. The campus provides modern, well-equipped facilities for the career technical education programs as well as for the college transfer programs. Approximately 4,000 students comprise the student body.
The people employed by New River Community College promote the philosophy that all individuals should have an opportunity to develop and extend their skills and knowledge to increase awareness of their roles and duties as citizens. The college serves the educational needs of the public and assumes a duty to help provide the requirements for trained workers in the region through a combined effort with local industry, business, professions, and government. The college promotes equal opportunity for prospective students and employees.
Duties:
The position will report to the Vice President for Instruction and Student Services with responsibility for leading and managing the Division of Health Professions. Primary duties will include: Serving as the program director for the associate degree in nursing, practical nursing, and certified nurse assistant programs. Mentoring, supervising, and evaluating full-time and adjunct faculty, including screening and recommending new faculty. Promoting faculty and staff development and growth. Ensuring nursing, allied health, emergency medical services, etc., programs comply with all national and state laws, regulations, state regulatory agencies and accrediting bodies. Coordinating the development and submission of required state regulatory and accrediting agencies reports. Managing curriculum development and leading faculty in the determination of programs and course offerings. Managing division productivity, budget, and master course schedules. Managing the dual enrollment program for the division, including fostering and enhancing partnerships with public schools. Providing leadership for assessment and program review activities for the division. Assisting the Workforce Development program in meeting the needs of business and industry. Promoting the integration of technology into teaching and learning. Leading faculty in their efforts to increase student retention, graduation rates and job placement. Performing other duties as assigned.
Special Assignments | May be required to perform other duties as assigned. May be required to assist the agency or state government generally in the event of an emergency declaration by the Governor.
KSA's/Required Qualifications | Current unrestricted RN license in Virginia. Master’s degree in nursing or nursing education from a regionally accredited college or university. At least two years’ experience as a registered nurse. Knowledge of external state and national agency regulations and accreditation agency standards pertaining to nursing, allied health, and emergency medical services. Knowledge of emerging trends in nursing, allied health, and emergency medical services. Demonstrated understanding of and commitment to community college philosophy and student success initiatives. Successful post-secondary teaching and/or administrative experience. Knowledge of the importance of recruiting, selecting, evaluating, mentoring, and supervising faculty and/or other personnel. Commitment to online learning and innovative use of technology for instruction. Knowledge of course development and curriculum design. Knowledge of strategic planning and budgeting. Knowledge of the importance of assisting the college’s Workforce Development unit to meet the needs of business and industry. Excellent oral and written communication skills. Ability to cultivate and maintain positive relationships with internal and external college constituencies. Energetic leadership with high ethical standards and a commitment to excellence and integrity.
Additional Considerations | Additional factors that may be considered include:
Experience with college-high school dual enrollment instructional programs. Experience with managing productivity requirements. Experience with program review and assessment. Experience with emergency medical services programs. Experience with ACEN, AHIMA, AAPC, and CAAHEP/CoAEMSP accreditations.
Operation of a State Vehicle | No
Supervises Employees | Yes
Required Travel | As needed
Role Title |
Role Code | 01123-SW
FLSA | Exempt
Pay Band | 00
Position Number | 275FA097
Agency | New River Community College
Agency/Division | New River Community College (Div)
Work Location | Pulaski - 155
Hiring Range | $82,000-$105,000 Dependent on academic qualifications and previous work experience.
Emergency/Essential Personnel | No
EEO Category | A-Official or Administrator
Full Time or Part Time | Full Time
Does this position have telework options? -Telework options are subject to change based on business needs- | No
Does this position have a bilingual or multilingual skill requirement or preference? | No
Work Schedule | Monday – Friday
Sensitive Position | No
Job Description
New River Community College is a two-year state institution of higher education operating under a statewide system of 23 community colleges. The college is located on a one-hundred plus acre site at the intersection of U.S. Routes 11 and 100 in Dublin, Virginia. The campus provides modern, well-equipped facilities for the career technical education programs as well as for the college transfer programs. Approximately 4,000 students comprise the student body.
The people employed by New River Community College promote the philosophy that all individuals should have an opportunity to develop and extend their skills and knowledge to increase awareness of their roles and duties as citizens. The college serves the educational needs of the public and assumes a duty to help provide the requirements for trained workers in the region through a combined effort with local industry, business, professions, and government. The college promotes equal opportunity for prospective students and employees.
Duties:
The position will report to the Vice President for Instruction and Student Services with responsibility for leading and managing the Division of Health Professions. Primary duties will include: Serving as the program director for the associate degree in nursing, practical nursing, and certified nurse assistant programs. Mentoring, supervising, and evaluating full-time and adjunct faculty, including screening and recommending new faculty. Promoting faculty and staff development and growth. Ensuring nursing, allied health, emergency medical services, etc., programs comply with all national and state laws, regulations, state regulatory agencies and accrediting bodies. Coordinating the development and submission of required state regulatory and accrediting agencies reports. Managing curriculum development and leading faculty in the determination of programs and course offerings. Managing division productivity, budget, and master course schedules. Managing the dual enrollment program for the division, including fostering and enhancing partnerships with public schools. Providing leadership for assessment and program review activities for the division. Assisting the Workforce Development program in meeting the needs of business and industry. Promoting the integration of technology into teaching and learning. Leading faculty in their efforts to increase student retention, graduation rates and job placement. Performing other duties as assigned.
Special Assignments | May be required to perform other duties as assigned. May be required to assist the agency or state government generally in the event of an emergency declaration by the Governor.
KSA's/Required Qualifications | Current unrestricted RN license in Virginia. Master’s degree in nursing or nursing education from a regionally accredited college or university. At least two years’ experience as a registered nurse. Knowledge of external state and national agency regulations and accreditation agency standards pertaining to nursing, allied health, and emergency medical services. Knowledge of emerging trends in nursing, allied health, and emergency medical services. Demonstrated understanding of and commitment to community college philosophy and student success initiatives. Successful post-secondary teaching and/or administrative experience. Knowledge of the importance of recruiting, selecting, evaluating, mentoring, and supervising faculty and/or other personnel. Commitment to online learning and innovative use of technology for instruction. Knowledge of course development and curriculum design. Knowledge of strategic planning and budgeting. Knowledge of the importance of assisting the college’s Workforce Development unit to meet the needs of business and industry. Excellent oral and written communication skills. Ability to cultivate and maintain positive relationships with internal and external college constituencies. Energetic leadership with high ethical standards and a commitment to excellence and integrity.
Additional Considerations | Additional factors that may be considered include:
Experience with college-high school dual enrollment instructional programs. Experience with managing productivity requirements. Experience with program review and assessment. Experience with emergency medical services programs. Experience with ACEN, AHIMA, AAPC, and CAAHEP/CoAEMSP accreditations.
Operation of a State Vehicle | No
Supervises Employees | Yes
Required Travel | As needed
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number | FAC_1788P
Recruitment Type | General Public - G
Number of Vacancies | 1
Position End Date (if temporary) |
Job Open Date | 12/04/2025
Job Close Date | 01/26/2026
Open Until Filled |
Agency Website | https://www.nr.edu/jobs/
Contact Name | Stacie Whitlock
Email | hrinformation@nr.edu
Phone Number | 540-674-3635
Special Instructions to Applicants | Submit a completed state application, resume, three current letters of recommendation and unofficial transcripts.
Additional Information |
Background Check Statement Disclaimer | The selected candidate’s offer is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background investigation, which may include: fingerprint checks, local agency checks, employment verification, verification of education, credit checks (relevant to employment). Additionally, selected candidates may be required to complete the Commonwealth’s Statement of Economic Interest. For more information, please follow this link: http://ethics.dls.virginia.gov/
EEO Statement | The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, political affiliation, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or other non-merit factors.
ADA Statement | The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Acts (ADA and ADAAA), to provide, reasonable accommodation to applicants in need of access to the application, interviewing, and selection processes when requested.
E-Verify Statement | VCCS uses E-Verify to check employee eligibility to work in the United States. You will be required to complete an I-9 form and provide documentation of your identity for employment purposes.
Quicklink for Posting | https://jobs.vccs.edu/postings/91128
Recruitment Type | General Public - G
Number of Vacancies | 1
Position End Date (if temporary) |
Job Open Date | 12/04/2025
Job Close Date | 01/26/2026
Open Until Filled |
Agency Website | https://www.nr.edu/jobs/
Contact Name | Stacie Whitlock
Email | hrinformation@nr.edu
Phone Number | 540-674-3635
Special Instructions to Applicants | Submit a completed state application, resume, three current letters of recommendation and unofficial transcripts.
Additional Information |
Background Check Statement Disclaimer | The selected candidate’s offer is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background investigation, which may include: fingerprint checks, local agency checks, employment verification, verification of education, credit checks (relevant to employment). Additionally, selected candidates may be required to complete the Commonwealth’s Statement of Economic Interest. For more information, please follow this link: http://ethics.dls.virginia.gov/
EEO Statement | The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, political affiliation, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or other non-merit factors.
ADA Statement | The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Acts (ADA and ADAAA), to provide, reasonable accommodation to applicants in need of access to the application, interviewing, and selection processes when requested.
E-Verify Statement | VCCS uses E-Verify to check employee eligibility to work in the United States. You will be required to complete an I-9 form and provide documentation of your identity for employment purposes.
Quicklink for Posting | https://jobs.vccs.edu/postings/91128
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
- Resume
- Cover Letter/Letter of Application
- Unofficial Transcripts
Optional Documents
- Teaching Philosophy
- Other Document
- Curriculum Vitae
- Certificate
- Unofficial Transcript 2
- Unofficial Transcript 3
- PDF Portfolio or Website
- Sample Lesson Plan
- Sample Syllabus
- Statement of Leadership Philosophy
- (877) 340-5577
- ats@ssc.vccs.edu
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