California State University, San Bernardino (CSUSB) is a preeminent center of intellectual and cultural activity in the Inland Empire region of Southern California. Opened in 1965 and set at the foothills of the beautiful San Bernardino mountains, the university serves approximately 19,000 students. CSUSB is a federally recognized minority-serving and Hispanic-serving institution that reflects the dynamic diversity of the region and has the most diverse student population of any university in the Inland Empire: 74 percent of its students are members of underrepresented groups, 80 percent are first-generation, and 56 percent are Pell eligible. For more information on the campus, please visit the CSUSB website.

CSUSB employs 467 full-time faculty and offers 48 undergraduate, 35 graduate, and one doctoral degree programs and 14 academic programs with national accreditation. At CSUSB, diversity, equity and inclusion are values central to our mission. We recognize that diversity and inclusion in all its forms are necessary for our institutional success. By fully leveraging our diverse experiences, backgrounds and insights, we inspire innovation, challenge the status quo and create better outcomes for our students and community. As part of CSUSB’s commitment to hire, develop and retain a diverse faculty, we offer a variety of networking, mentoring and development programs for our junior faculty. We are committed to building and sustaining a CSUSB community that is supportive and inclusive of all individuals. Qualified applicants with experience in ethnically diverse settings and/or who demonstrate a commitment to serving diverse student populations are strongly encouraged to apply.

JOB SUMMARY

California State University, San Bernardino invites applications for the Department Chair position in the Department of Nursing for the start of the academic year, 2025-2026. The Department of Nursing (DON) is seeking visionary candidates who can provide academic, nursing, and administrative leadership to achieve the mission and goals of the Department, College, and University in a multicultural community. Preferred candidates will be expected to meet the traditional requirements of excellence in teaching, research and creative activity, and service to the university, the profession of nursing, and the community. The goals and challenges for the new Department Chair include leading and strengthening a diverse faculty and student body representing baccalaureate and graduate programs in nursing across two campuses in meeting the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE) accreditation standards and California Board of Registered Nursing (BRN) regulations and approvals as well as enhancement of scholarship and development of sufficient external financial support and community involvement. CCNE requires the Nursing Department Chair to be a Registered Nurse, hold a graduate degree in nursing and a doctoral degree, and be vested with the administrative authority to administer the Mission, Vision, and Values of CSUSB and the Department of Nursing.

TYPICAL ACTIVITIES

Qualified candidates must demonstrate a commitment to excellence in teaching and mentoring a diverse student population and to working effectively with faculty, staff, and students within the Nursing Department and across the University. The successful candidate will:

• coordinate and ensure that standards for national accreditation and State approvals of programs are in compliance and liaise with accreditation agencies.
• lead academic strategic program planning to meet community needs, maintaining awareness of current trends in the nursing profession and higher education
• plan, develop, and oversee program assessment, evaluate, and improve efforts focusing on teaching and learning excellence
• guide curriculum development that includes evidence-based, innovative instruction and incorporation of current technology
• recruit, perform evaluation, and support the professional development of faculty and staff
• provide administrative oversight of retention, tenure, and promotion, including faculty mentoring
• effectively communicate with and resolve/address students, faculty, and staff concerns
• Manage departmental resources including the budget allocated to the department
• manage and oversee faculty and staff workload/assignments
• Lead in creating a department climate supportive of personal and professional growth and development of students, faculty, and staff
• Lead effort to secure and oversee grant funding and other financial resources to support faculty scholarship and program initiatives
• preside as Chair over Department of Nursing (DON) faculty meetings and serve on college/university councils and committees
• establish and maintain collaborative partnerships with community organizations
• advocate for the mission, vision, and values of the DON to stakeholders within and outside the university and to professional and academic and public policy groups at local, regional, state, national, and international levels
• promote and engage in activities that support diversity, equity, and inclusion on campus, in local and global communities, and in the profession
• actively participate in professional organizations governing nursing education.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• An earned Doctorate in Nursing (e.g., PhD, DNP, DNS) or an EdD from a regionally accredited institution. A master’s degree with a major in Nursing is required if the doctorate is not in nursing.
• Current, unencumbered, and unrestricted RN licensure in the State of California, with no disciplinary action pending or imposed
• Currently tenured at CSUSB at the rank of Associate or full Professor.
• History of excellence in teaching, scholarship, and professional service and the ability to promote the same in others.
• 5 to 7 years of progressively more responsible faculty experience in baccalaureate or higher nursing education.
• demonstrated experience in curriculum and program development/ improvement and accreditation/regulation.
• demonstrated excellence in communication, management, productive teamwork, and navigating complex organizational dynamics.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• PhD in Nursing.
• An established reputation as a leader in nursing and higher education with prior experience as a Nursing Chair or Dean.
• Experience in the administration of nursing programs in accordance with the State of California BRN regulations and approvals and/or with the CSU System.
• Evidence of experience with strategic and financial planning.
• Experience with grant preparation and distance education.
• Strong command of macro-level changes in the healthcare landscape including but not limited to technology, information science, and innovation.

SPECIAL CONDITIONS

The person holding this position is considered a 'mandated reporter' under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements outlined in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment.

For health and well-being, CSUSB is a smoke & tobacco-free campus. The university is committed to promoting a healthy environment for all members of our community.

ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT

The Department of Nursing (DON) at California State University San Bernardino is committed to continuing to build a diverse faculty, staff, and student body as it responds to the changing population and educational needs of California and the nation. The DON offers courses that are predominantly face-to-face for pre-licensure BSN, registered nurse, and graduate students. DON has an enrollment of approximately 400 undergraduate and 30 graduate students. The DON degree programs are BSN (prelicensure and RN to BSN) and MSN with specialty options as Nurse Educator, Population Health for Clinical Nurse Leaders, and Advanced Community/Public Health Nursing. The department is preparing to launch a Doctor of Nursing Practice Program with a Nurse Practitioner focus to meet the healthcare needs of the communities served.

To find out more about the Department of Nursing at: https://www.csusb.edu/nursing

For more information regarding the position, please contact:

Recruitment Chair

Dr. Yeon Kim (909) 537-3481

yeon.kim@csusb.edu

HOW TO APPLY

Please submit:

1. Curriculum Vitae
2. Cover Letter that includes:
   1. A statement of your teaching interest/philosophy
   2. A statement of your research experience/plans
3. If available, evidence of teaching effectiveness such as teaching portfolios, reports on teaching observations, and/or student evaluations of teaching.
4. Reference List - names, telephone numbers, and email addresses of three (3) referees whom we may contact to obtain letters of recommendation.
5. Confidential letters of recommendation may be solicited from those listed as references on the application if the applicant is moved forward in the recruitment process. Non-confidential letters of recommendation can be uploaded by the applicant during the application process.
6. Diversity Statement, which may include your interpretation of diversity, equity, and inclusion, and must include specific examples of how your background and your educational and/or professional experiences have prepared you for this role at California State University, San Bernardino (maximum 500 words).

The deadline for application is January 31, 2025, after which formal review of applications begins.

If you are interested in this opportunity, we invite you to apply by using this CSU Recruit Hyperlink at:

https://secure.dc4.pageuppeople.com/apply/873/gateway/Default.aspx?c=apply&sJobIDs=545208&SourceTypeID=803&sLanguage=en-us&lApplicationSubSourceID=11243

Salary is commensurate with experience.

Department Chair 12 Mo.  (Associate Professor)       (Range 4) - $7,830 – $18,029

Department Chair 12 Mo.  (Professor)                      (Range 5) - $9,883 – $18,882

CSU Salary Schedule: https://www.calstate.edu/csu-system/careers/compensation/Pages/salary-schedule.aspx

The person holding this position is considered a 'mandated reporter' under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment.

California State University, San Bernardino is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, medical condition, disability, marital status, or protected veteran status. This position adheres to CSU policies against Sex Discrimination, Sexual Harassment, and Sexual Violence, including Domestic Violence, Dating Violence, and Stalking. This requires completion of Sexual Violence Prevention Training within 6 months of assuming employment and on a two-year basis thereafter. (Executive Order 1096)

This position may be “Designated” under California State University's Conflict of Interest Code. This would require the filing of a Statement of Economic Interest on an annual basis and the completion of training within 6 months of assuming office and every 2 years thereafter. Visit the Human Resources Conflict of Interest webpage link for additional information:
https://www.csusb.edu/human-resources/current-employees/employee-relations/conflict-interest