Open Rank Professor - Colorado Springs, United States - University of Colorado

Description

The University of Colorado Colorado Springs will not sponsor work visas or permanent resident applications for this position.

Envision yourself in a collaborative, inclusive, and innovative work environment that has a deep commitment to position our graduates for success in their professional and personal lives.

Visualize applying your energy and skills for an organization that respects and cares about its employees enough to offer some of the best benefits of the industry while encouraging every team member to grow, collaborate, and provide input on how to consistently make the workplace a place people love to work.

Imagine working at a college that welcomes everyone - students, faculty, staff, and community members - regardless of their backgrounds, beliefs, or traditions.

If what was just described is what you look for in a workplace, welcome to the University of Colorado Colorado Springs (UCCS)

The Helen and Arthur E.

Johnson Beth-El College of Nursing and Health Sciences (Johnson Beth-El, JBE) invites applications for the position of Assistant/Associate/Full Professor with tenure, as well as to fill the role as Chairperson in the Department of Nursing.

The primary faculty position is a full-time, 9-month, on-campus appointment. This position is expected to teach, conduct research, and provide service to the department, college, university and/or community.

The Chairperson appointment is an annual, secondary appointment with a planned start date of July 1, 2024. This secondary role requires 12-month availability and time on-campus. The Chairperson provides leadership, strategic planning, and oversight of the Department of Nursing.

The Chairperson is an articulate advocate and spokesperson for the Department and College, working effectively with students, staff, faculty, campus leadership, and community partners.

This position is expected to provide administrative services.

This position also supports the core strategy of the UCCS 2030 Strategic Plan related to equity, diversity, and inclusion by fostering an accessible, supportive environment and an educational experience that recognizes diversity and cultural competence as integral components of academic excellence.

Who We Are:

The University of Colorado Colorado Springs (UCCS) is one of four campuses in the University of Colorado system and is home to over 9,000 undergraduate and 1,800 graduate students.

We have a strong focus in fueling student success by creating, using, and maintaining a multitude of different offices and programs.

Overall, UCCS is constantly focused of preparing our students to have success in the future, and we understand that every single employee on our campus has a significant effect on that focus.

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Job Duties:
Final workload determination will be negotiated with the Dean at the time of hire.

The duties and responsibilities of the primary faculty position with the addition of the secondary appointment include, but are not limited to:

Administrative/Service - to include the Chair's responsibilities (65%)

• Engages in various service activities within the Department, College, University, the profession of nursing, and the community.
• Participates in meetings and other activities that advance the mission and goals of the Department, College and University.
• Supports the work and role of the Dean, including acting on the Dean's behalf.
• Participates in the evaluation process of Department staff and faculty.
• Oversees implementation of system, university, college and departmental policies/procedures for faculty appointment, reappointment, tenure, promotion, termination, and dismissal.
• Provides guidance in the advising and recruitment of students.
• Provides oversight regarding curriculum evaluation and implementation.
• Coordinates course scheduling and associated faculty teaching responsibilities.
• Provides Department level strategic direction and leadership.
• Develops, implements, interprets, and evaluates Department policies and procedures.
• In collaboration with the Dean and College Finance Accounting Manager, manages Department resources, including personnel, facilities, and operating budgets, and makes recommendations and implements actions to increase revenue.
• Works with the Assistant Dean for Interprofessional Education to develop and support Interprofessional Education in the Department and College.
• Collaborates with the Dean and College Marketing Director to develop a marketing strategy for the College and Department.
• Facilitates communication and coordination of activities between staff and faculty.
• Serve as the College representative on the Deans and Directors of Colorado Nursing Education (DDCNE) organization.
• Serves as the liaison with the Colorado Board of Nursing.
• Collaborates with program option leaders to direct program development, implementation, evaluation, and improvement to ensure program outcomes are achieved and sustained.
• Oversees and manages accreditation requirements for all Nursing academic programs by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE).
• Has the authority to sign documents when approved and directed by UCCS legal counsel.
• Ensures compliance with all grants, regulatory, accreditation, and licensing/certification requirements, including submission of annual and other reports.
• Engages with community partners and chairs the JBE Nursing Community Advisory Council.
• Identifies and guides faculty development needs.
• Provides operational oversight, including personnel, of the Nurse Family Partnership grant.
• Engages in various service activities within the Department, College, University, the profession of nursing, and the community.
• Participates in meetings and other activities that advance the mission and goals of the Department, College, and University.

Teaching (15%)

• Teach undergraduate and graduate students in classroom, online, hybrid, and clinical settings.
• Maintain clinical and academic expertise.
• Plan learning experiences and guide students in achieving desired academic outcomes.
• Plan, develop, and implement evaluation tools to assess student progress.
• Participate in curriculum development.

Research, Scholarship, and Creative Work (20%)

• Develop and maintain a focused area of research/scholarship/creative work that advances regional, national, and international knowledge.
• Submit and secure internal/external funding to support focused area of research/scholarship as necessary.
• Mentor students in the various stages of the research/scholarship process.

The job duties listed are typical examples of work performed by positions in this job classification and are not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, tasks, and responsibilities.

Specific duties and responsibilities may vary depending on department or program needs without changing the general nature and scope of the job or level of responsibility.

Employees may also perform other duties as assigned.

Job Competencies:
To be successful in this position, the employee will need the following:

• Ability to maintain clinical advanced practice nursing and academic expertise.
• Ability to communicate effectively with students, faculty, and staff both orally and in writing.
• Ability to work as part of a team.
• Ability to use an online teaching platform and basic IT applications.
• Good organizational skills.
• Ability to meet deadlines.
• Ability to facilitate highly effective learning and working environments.
• Demonstrated commitment to and leadership in equity, inclusiveness, diversity, and belonging.

Work Location:
On-site

This position has been determined to be exempt from the overtime provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA).

What We Offer:

Salary Range:

Generally starting at:

• Assistant Professor: $80,000 - $89,000 per academic year, PLUS chair appointment at $15,000 - $20,000 annually
• Associate Professor: $89,500 - $97,500 per academic year, PLUS chair appointment at $15,000 - $20,000 annually
• Full Professor: $101,000 - $108,500 per academic year, PLUS chair appointment at $15,000 - $20,000 annually

The salary of the finalist(s) selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, internal equity, experience, education, specialty and training.

The University of Colorado Colorado Springs offers excellent benefits, some of which include:

• Medical insurance, with the lowest cost option being $0 to the employee
• Dental, Vision, Life and Disability insurance
• Mandatory retirement plans. Employees contribute 5% of their annual compensation. CU doubles that and contributes 10%
• Tuition Assistant Benefit available to you or a dependent
• Paid Parental Leave after 12 months of employment
• Faculty Housing Assistance Program

Tentative Search Timeline:

• Priority will be given to applications submitted by January 1, 2024. However, this posting will remain open until filled.
• The potential dates for interviews with the search committee will be the week of January 7, 2024.
• The potential dates for interviews with the supervisor and appointing authority will be the week of January 21, 2024.
• The potential employee start date is July 2024.

The University of Colorado Colorado Springs is committed to providing a safe and productive learning, living and working community. To assist in achieving this goal, we conduct background investigations for all prospective applicants being considered for employment. Background investigations include a criminal history record check, and when appropriate, a financial and/or motor vehicle history check.

UCCS is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer.

In compliance with applicable laws and in furtherance of its commitment to fostering an environment that welcomes and embraces diversity, the University of Colorado does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, disability, age, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, political affiliation or political philosophy in its programs or activities, including employment, admissions, and educational programs.

Alternative formats of this ad can be provided upon request for individuals with disabilities by contacting the Office of Human Resources at

The Immigration Reform and Control Act requires that verification of employment eligibility be documented for all new employees by the end of the third day of work.

Please note that while the position details both required qualifications as well as preferred qualifications below, we want applicants to be aware that they do not need to have all of the desired skills and experience to be considered for this position.

If you meet the minimum qualifications, have passion for the work, along with experience in a related field, you are encouraged to apply.

We encourage on-the-job training for any additional skills or knowledge that become relevant to the position.

Minimum Qualifications:
Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.

• Terminal degree (PhD, EdD) in Nursing or related field from an accredited institution.
• Active unencumbered license to practice as a registered nurse in Colorado, or ability to obtain by date of hire.

Preferred Qualifications:

Previous experience with:

• Nursing Accreditation processes.
• Curriculum development, program, planning, program evaluation.
• Improving and enhancing undergraduate/graduate program quality.
• Administration at the department or professional level.
• Budget management.
• Strategic enrollment and retention activities, as well as assessment strategies.
• Use of shared governance in decision making process.

Record of teaching, scholarly, creative work, and leadership and service sufficient to merit appointment as a tenured associate or full professor.

Physical Requirements:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit. The employee is occasionally required to move. Tasks may involve using a computer screen continuously for long periods of time, hearing within normal range. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each of the established essential functions and meet the physical and environment demands described satisfactorily.

The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, ability, physical and environmental conditions required of the employee on the job.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions, physical and environmental demands.

Applicants with disabilities:
If you have a mental or physical impairment, which limits one of your major life activities (e.g. walking, hearing, seeing, speaking, breathing, or learning) and require special accommodations for testing or interviewing, it is your responsibility to notify the office scheduling the interview or test at least 3 working days before the interview or test date. If you need special accommodations at the work site, you must notify the appointing authority or Human Resources.