Assistant Dean of Assessment, Evaluation and Accreditation

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Position Summary:

The Christine E. Lynn College of Nursing is seeking an Assistant Dean of Assessment, Evaluation and Accreditation. We are seeking candidates to join our community of scholars who are passionate about nursing and want to thrive in a creative and caring work environment. FAU’s Christine E. Lynn College of Nursing is known internationally for its dedication to Caring: expanding the science, practicing the art, studying the meaning, and living it day-to-day. We offer four-degree programs (BSN, MSN, DNP and PhD) and post-graduate certificates with curricula that are unique and caring-based with opportunities for interprofessional education. All our programs are endorsed by the American Holistic Nurses Credentialing Corporation (AHNCC).

Candidates for this position should be a nurse with a terminal degree and extensive experience in nursing education in an academic setting. They should have expertise in academic program assessment and evaluation, and experience with Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE) accreditation standards and processes.

This position reports to the Dean of the Christine E. Lynn College of Nursing.

Assistant Dean, Assessment, Evaluation and Accreditation

The Assistant Dean of Assessment, Evaluation and Accreditation will provide visionary leadership in the Christine E. College of Nursing. They will oversee academic assessment and evaluation for all academic programs and oversee CCNE accreditation and AHNCC endorsement processes.

The Assistant Dean of Assessment, Accreditation and Evaluation initiates, manages, and evaluates a broad spectrum of academic initiatives, including the development of legislatively-mandated and administratively-requested academic program reviews, assessment reports, and accreditation activities. This position serves as the accreditation liaison for the College to the University. The teaching requirement for this position is approximately one course per semester.

Minimum Qualifications:

1. Candidates must have a terminal degree in nursing or a terminal degree in another related field with a Master’s of Science in Nursing (MSN).

2. Demonstrated expertise in CCNE Accreditation, program assessment, and evaluation.

3. Current, unencumbered RN license and eligibility for RN licensure in the state of Florida by time of application.

4. Minimum 5 years of progressive educator or leadership experience in nursing education.

5. Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.

6. Graduate concentration (MSN) in Nursing education, post master's teaching certificate or Certified Nurse Educator.

7. Experience with accreditation standards from the American Holistic Nurses Credentialing Corporation (AHNCC).

8. Background in data analysis and/or informatics, with emphasis on statistical methods, data visualization, and information systems.

9. Evidence of research/scholarship productivity, including dissemination of accomplishments.

Salary:

$135,000.00 - $150,000.00

College or Department:

Christine E. Lynn College of Nursing

Location:

Boca Raton

Work Days and Hours:

N/A

Application Deadline:

2026-03-31

Special Instructions to Applicant:

This recruitment has been reopened; all previous applicants are still under consideration and need not reapply. This position is open until filled and may close without prior notice.

This position is subject to funding.

All applicants must apply electronically to the currently posted position on the Office of Human Resources' job website (https://fau.edu/jobs) by completing the required employment application for this recruitment and submitting the related documents.

Required Documents:
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PLEASE NOTE: A maximum of five (5) documents may be attached to your application. If more than five (5) documents are required for submission, please combine additional documents into a single attachment to not exceed the maximum permitted.

The site permits the attachment of required/requested documentation. Candidates wishing full consideration are to provide the following: a cover letter and curriculum vitae.

Transcripts:
The selected candidate for this position is required to submit an official transcript sent directly from the institution for the Provost’s credential file prior to the first day of employment. Similarly, for degrees from outside the United States, the evaluation by an organization belonging to the National Association of Credential Evaluation (NACES), with an indication of the documents the evaluation was prepared from (official transcripts, diplomas, dissertation abstracts) is required for the Provost’s credential file prior to the first day of employment. Transcripts must be issued to Florida Atlantic University, not to the individual applicant.

Background Screening:
Selected candidates must successfully complete and pass all employment screenings prior to the start of employment. Employment screenings may include a criminal background check (level I and level II), motor vehicle check, credit check, reference checks, alcohol, and drug screening check.

Accommodations:
Individuals requiring accommodation, please call 561-297-3057. 711