Associate Dean of Nursing

Bay de Noc Community College · Escanaba, MI · 2 mo ago

HealthcarePart-time

Position Details

Academic Career & Executive Search is pleased to assist Bay de Noc Community College (Bay College) in its search for Associate Dean of Nursing. For full consideration, please apply by June 8, 2026.

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Position Information

Position Title Associate Dean of Nursing Pay Grade Level E-16N FLSA Exempt Benefits Health, dental, vision, life, short-term and long-term disability insurance, flexible spending and dependent care accounts, health savings accounts, Michigan Public School Employees Retirement Systems or TIAA 401(a) 12% employer contribution, TIAA 403(b), generous sick and vacation time, paid holidays, modified summer schedule, YMCA membership, Wellness Program, tuition reimbursement and professional development support. Department Allied Health Campus Location Escanaba Min Salary Commensurate with experience Max Salary Commensurate with experience FTE 1 Full-time/Part-time Full-Time Position Type Administration Job Summary/Basic Function

Academic Career & Executive Search is pleased to assist Bay de Noc Community College (Bay College) in its search for Associate Dean of Nursing. This is an exceptional leadership opportunity to join a well-established nursing program at a college serving as the cornerstone of healthcare education in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula. The Associate Dean of Nursing will join a college on a growth trajectory and play a key role in shaping the future of nursing education in the region. Supported by a dedicated capital budget, Bay College’s nursing program is committed to providing cutting-edge educational resources for students and faculty alike. The successful candidate will be a collaborative and student-centered leader who can build on this foundation while guiding the program through its next phase of growth, complexity, and regional impact. Bay College Nursing program offers nursing in Escanaba and Iron Mountain campuses. Both campuses house state of the art simulation centers with Iron Mountain recently completing a major simulation lab upgrade. The Associate Dean will provide inclusive and visionary leadership, management, and strategic direction for the Nursing Program. The Associate Dean will work collaboratively with faculty, the Director of Nursing for the Iron Mountain Campus, and stakeholders to promote student success, program quality, and foster community partnerships. Bay College is deeply integrated into the local community and committed to addressing rural healthcare workforce needs. As a critical partner to these providers, the College maintains strong clinical and workforce relationships across the Upper Peninsula, including OSF St. Francis Hospital in Escanaba, Schoolcraft Memorial Hospital, Marshfield Clinic Health System in Iron Mountain, the Iron Mountain VA, and other regional medical centers. The Associate Dean will sustain and expand these partnerships while ensuring program quality, regulatory compliance, and alignment with evolving healthcare needs. The nursing program is known for its comprehensive, student-centered approach to education. With a curriculum that blends rigorous academic coursework and extensive hands-on clinical experience, students are well prepared to meet the demands of the healthcare field. The program boasts strong NCLEX-RN pass rate, reflecting the effectiveness of its teaching methods and the dedication of its experienced faculty. Bay College also offers state-of-the-art simulation labs, small class sizes for personalized learning, and a supportive community that fosters both professional and personal growth. These features support graduates that are not only competent nurses but also compassionate caregivers ready to make a difference in their communities. In partnership with the Dean, this role includes oversight of planning, scheduling, budgeting, curriculum development, and compliance with state licensing and accrediting bodies. Responsibilities also include establishing articulation agreements, recruiting and supervising faculty, managing student admissions for nursing programs, and ensuring programs meet standards of accreditation, all while upholding the college’s mission, values, and strategic plan. This position reports to the Dean of Occupational and Workforce Programs and supervises the Simulation and Clinical Coordinator, Director of Nursing for the Iron Mountain Campus, and all full-time and part-time faculty within the division. This is an on-campus role across both campuses. The College offers a four-day work week during the summer months, with no work on Fridays.

About the Role

This is an exceptional leadership opportunity to join a well-established nursing program at a college serving as the cornerstone of healthcare education in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula. The Associate Dean of Nursing will join a college on a growth trajectory and play a key role in shaping the future of nursing education in the region. Supported by a dedicated capital budget, Bay College’s nursing program is committed to providing cutting-edge educational resources for students and faculty alike. The successful candidate will be a collaborative and student-centered leader who can build on this foundation while guiding the program through its next phase of growth, complexity, and regional impact. Bay College Nursing program offers nursing in Escanaba and Iron Mountain campuses. Both campuses house state of the art simulation centers with Iron Mountain recently completing a major simulation lab upgrade. The Associate Dean will provide inclusive and visionary leadership, management, and strategic direction for the Nursing Program. The Associate Dean will work collaboratively with faculty, the Director of Nursing for the Iron Mountain Campus, and stakeholders to promote student success, program quality, and foster community partnerships. Bay College is deeply integrated into the local community and committed to addressing rural healthcare workforce needs. As a critical partner to these providers, the College maintains strong clinical and workforce relationships across the Upper Peninsula, including OSF St. Francis Hospital in Escanaba, Schoolcraft Memorial Hospital, Marshfield Clinic Health System in Iron Mountain, the Iron Mountain VA, and other regional medical centers. The Associate Dean will sustain and expand these partnerships while ensuring program quality, regulatory compliance, and alignment with evolving healthcare needs. The nursing program is known for its comprehensive, student-centered approach to education. With a curriculum that blends rigorous academic coursework and extensive hands-on clinical experience, students are well prepared to meet the demands of the healthcare field. The program boasts strong NCLEX-RN pass rate, reflecting the effectiveness of its teaching methods and the dedication of its experienced faculty. Bay College also offers state-of-the-art simulation labs, small class sizes for personalized learning, and a supportive community that fosters both professional and personal growth. These features support graduates that are not only competent nurses but also compassionate caregivers ready to make a difference in their communities. In partnership with the Dean, this role includes oversight of planning, scheduling, budgeting, curriculum development, and compliance with state licensing and accrediting bodies. Responsibilities also include establishing articulation agreements, recruiting and supervising faculty, managing student admissions for nursing programs, and ensuring programs meet standards of accreditation, all while upholding the college’s mission, values, and strategic plan. This position reports to the Dean of Occupational and Workforce Programs and supervises the Simulation and Clinical Coordinator, Director of Nursing for the Iron Mountain Campus, and all full-time and part-time faculty within the division. This is an on-campus role across both campuses. The College offers a four-day work week during the summer months, with no work on Fridays.

Minimum Qualifications

Master’s degree in nursing from an accredited college or university
Current licensure as a Registered Nurse (RN), and eligibility for Michigan licensure in compliance with Michigan Board of Nursing and accrediting body requirement
Minimum of five years of experience working as a Registered Nurse
Minimum of five years of administrative management experience
At least two years of teaching experience in Nursing education
Excellent interpersonal skills including strong written and oral communication
Demonstrated management and leadership skills
Experience in analyzing and preparing budgets
Commitment to the philosophy and mission of a community/technical college
Demonstrated commitment to valuing diversity and contributing to an inclusive working and learning environment

Preferred Qualifications

Doctorate degree in nursing or a related allied health field from an accredited institution
Experience with ACEN accreditation
Knowledge of adult learning practices, research, and theories and pedagogical assessment techniques
Familiarity with strategic planning, budget development, and institutional assessment
Supervisory and management experience, particularly with faculty governed by a collective bargaining agreement
Recent experience as a department chair or program coordinator in a community college setting
Previous teaching experience at a community college

Months Per Year

Hours Worked Per Week

Work Schedule

Typical hours are 8:00 - 5:00 pm. The College offers a four-day work week during the summer months, with no work on Fridays.

Supervision Exercised

The Associate Dean supervises the Director of Nursing for the Iron Mountain Campus, Simulation and Clinical Coordinator, and all full-time and part-time faculty within the division.

Supervision Received

Reports to the Dean of Occupational and Workforce Programs

Work Environment

Work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this 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 required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; talk or hear; taste or smell. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; talk or hear; taste or smell. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision