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Director, Nursing Operations - Full time Faculty Assignment with Release Time

Houston Community College

Job Description

We are currently seeking a Director Nursing Operations who will advance the institution’s proud tradition of excellence in academics, student life and community service.

Job Summary

Reporting directly to the Dean of Nursing, the Director will be responsible for the departmental day to day operations of the associate degree and vocational degree nursing programs. The Director will provide oversight for financial data and projected revenues and expenditures for all operating, auxiliary and grants budgets. Maintain records related to operations and services that are complete, accurate, available, and in compliance with all legal, regulatory, policy requirements, and college policy.

DURATION

This will be a 12-month contract, as assigned by VC, Instructional Services & Chief Academic Officer and President.

Four course releases for fall, spring and three releases for the summer sessions.

The Director will be required to teach one course each semester including the summer session.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

In collaboration with the Dean of Nursing and the College Operations Team, Plan, Develop and provide oversight of the annual budget planning process to secure funding for both nursing programs.

When applicable, collaborate with the Dean of Nursing in the application and acquisition of Nursing Shortage Grants.

Manage the day-to-day budget activity for the Nursing Shortage Grants in collaboration with HCC Grants Reporting, Assessment and Planning, Grants Accounting and Compliance and internal audit. This includes periodic communication with the state grantor and includes all grant quarterly reporting utilizing the state’s portal and submission of budget adjustments as needed that support the grant utilizing the Direct pay forms, Spend Down Plans, and Return of funds forms.

Review operating budgets by monitoring annual expenses and identifying and communicating potential budget shortfalls in a timely manner.

Participate in the annual budget planning cycle in adherence with HCC policies and procedures observing year end deadlines and following the annual budget preparation process; submit budget assignments in a timely basis to the college operations team.

Build and maintain working relationships with healthcare partners, community agencies and state and federal partners to create delivery of instructional MOUs ensuring maximum enrollment and revenue.

Collaborate with the Dean in the growth of the Nursing Programs, by ensuring acquisition of the latest technology to advance the curriculum.

Oversee the correct implementation of cohort and block scheduling, resolve discrepancies as they arise and implement corrective action plans as needed.

Collaborate with the Dean of Nursing, faculty, and support staff to facilitate team building and consensus.

Collaborate with the Dean and Nursing faculty to set departmental goals and objectives for faculty so that students are supported.

Conduct instructional and operational review of the nursing programs and meet with appropriate program leads and faculty to discuss cohort progress.

Participate in district-wide committees with administrators and faculty.

Perform other duties, tasks and assignments as required.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education & Experience 

  • Credentialed to teach within their discipline based on Southern Associate of Colleges and Schools and HCC requirements
  • 3 years’ experience as a full-time faculty required

Licensing & Certification

  • Valid Texas Driver License

RESTRICTIONS

Teaching overloads at HCC during the assignment period is prohibited; Adjunct teaching at other institutions is allowed outside normal work hours but not to interfere with performance of the position’s duties. 

Special Skills       

  • MS Office Programs
  • Budget Management
  • Analytical Skills
  • Professional/Large Group Presentations Skills
  • Project Management             

Competencies  

  • Delivering High Quality Work
  • Accepting Responsibility
  • Serving Customers
  • Supporting Organizational Goals
  • Driving Continuous Improvement
  • Acting with Integrity
  • Thinking Critically
  • Managing Change
  • Communicating Effectively

Working Conditions

General Office.  Must be able to perform all job requirements with or without reasonable accommodations; remain in a stationary position during shift; move items weighing up to 25 pounds; position self to operate job equipment; apply established protocols in a timely manner.  Must access, input and retrieve information from technology devices; communicate with others to accomplish job requirements.  May be required to work after hours to include weekends and holidays.

SECURITY SENSITIVE:  This job class may contain positions that are security sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of Texas Education Code § 51.215

The Organization

Houston Community College (HCC) is composed of 14 Centers of Excellence and numerous satellite centers that serve the diverse communities in the Greater Houston area by preparing individuals to live and work in an increasingly international and technological society. HCC is one of the country’s largest singly-accredited, open-admission, community colleges offering associate degrees, certificates, workforce training, and lifelong learning opportunities.

 

The Team
Play a central role at HCC as you keep our everyday operations running like clockwork. You’ll get the chance to make things happen and work closely with inspiring leaders across different parts of the institution. Whether your role is supportive, administrative, financial or something else, you’ll be part of a dynamic team that not only provides HCC students with cutting-edge academic and career tools, it also takes care of its people.

 

Location

Houston is a city with limitless possibilities:

  • Fourth-largest city in the U.S. and home to 54 Fortune 500 companies, second only to New York City’s 55.
  • Approximately 145 languages are spoken here.
  • Overall after-taxes living costs are 5.6 percent below the average for all 308 urban areas recently surveyed.
  • Houston is a major-league sports town, and don’t forget the annual Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo.
  • The weather is great! Mild winters ensure that outdoor activities can be enjoyed year-round.
  • World-renowned medical care. The Houston metro area has long been known for its first-rate healthcare system, with many Houston area hospitals consistently ranking among the nation’s top institutions.
  • With over 150 museums and cultural institutions in the Greater Houston area, museums are a large part of Houston’s cultural scene. 
  • Houston is the Culture & Culinary Capital of Texas with more than 7,500 restaurants and eating establishments covering 60+ cuisines.  

 

If this sounds like the role for you and you’re ready to join an amazing team, please apply right away. 

 

 

EEO Statement 

Houston Community College does not discriminate on the bases of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity and expression, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation or veteran’s status.  The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies:

 

Osvaldo Gomez, Director EEO/Compliance, Title IX Coordinator
Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX

PO Box 667517                                   

Houston TX, 77266

713 718.8271 or hcc.oeotix@hccs.edu  

 

HCC values its employees and their contributions, promotes opportunities for their professional growth and development, and provides a positive working and learning environment that encourages diversity, innovation and creativity, and inclusion.

 

Individuals with disabilities, who require special accommodations to interview, should contact (713) 718-8565.

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