Provost jobs in Rockford, IL

Expected pay for this position is $160,930- $213,240/year eligibility for our incentive plans. Actual pay will be determined by experience, skills and internal equity. 

POSITION SUMMARY: Serves as the chief academic officer of the College of Nursing and reports directly to the President of OSF College of Health Sciences. Works collaboratively with the President and others to develop and execute the strategic direction of the College of Nursing. The Provost oversees academic initiatives; instruction and assessment; student, faculty and staff affairs; strategic planning and college development; and stewardship of fiscal, physical and human resources of the College. Administers the operation of the College of Nursing within the philosophic framework and general policies of the Board of Directors and President of the College of Health Sciences and in conformity with state, federal, and accreditation regulations. As Chief Academic Officer, the Provost works closely with the deans to plan, implement and coordinate academic and co-curricular programs. Coordinates preparation of and approves reports for federal, state and accrediting bodies. Ensures the Catholic identity of the college is sustained as understood by the Sisters of the Third Order of Saint Francis and aligned with the mission of Catholic higher education.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Education: Doctorate degree in education or nursing

Experience:

• Five years of progressive administrative leadership experience in education within an academic health organization.
• Strong working knowledge of Higher Learning Commission (HLC) and Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE) Accreditation Requirements and understanding of Medicare Reimbursement.

Other Skills/ Knowledge:

• Demonstrated ability to plan, organize, coordinate, direct, lead and build consensus.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to communicate clearly and collegially with both internal and external stakeholders, and to foster a sense of community.
• Strong academic background including accomplishments in scholarship and research.
• Demonstrated commitment to the success of students in their academic pursuits.
• Commitment to the recruitment retention and success of a diverse faculty, staff and student body.
• Strong analytical abilities and ability to work effectively under strict time constraints.
• Ability to work on several projects at one time with good organizational skills and judgment.
• Strong management, organizational, problem solving, conflict management, and time management skills.
• Ability to make and implement difficult decisions in a timely, collaborative and coordinated manner.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Licensure/ Certification: Current state licensure as a Registered Nurse. If licensed in a state other than Illinois, the candidate would have to go through the reciprocity process to gain licensure in Illinois within the first six months of employment.

Other Skills/ Knowledge: Knowledge of Corporate Compliance, Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) and Research activities desired.

OSF HealthCare is an Equal Opportunity Employer.