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About the University of Georgia (UGA) Chartered by the state of Georgia in 1785, the University of Georgia is the birthplace of public higher education in America and is the state’s flagship university (https://www.uga.edu/). The proof is in our more than 240 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. The University’s main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,100 faculty and more than 7,700 full‑time staff. The University’s enrollment exceeds 41,000 students including over 31,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 19 schools and colleges, including our newly established School of Medicine.
Position Details
Posting Number:
F2506P
Working Title:
Dean of the School of Nursing
Department:
SRVPAA-SR VP Acad Affrs & Prov
Posting Type:
External
Employment Type:
Employee
Benefits Eligibility:
Benefits Eligible
Anticipated Start Date:
01/01/2026
Job Posting Date:
10/10/2025
Open Until Filled:
Yes
Location of Vacancy:
Athens Area
Classification Title:
Dean AC
Faculty Rank:
Professor
Contract Type:
Fiscal (12 mo.)
Tenure Status:
Negotiable
Is Position of Trust?:
Yes
Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources?:
Yes
Does this position require a P-Card?:
No
Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care?:
No
Does this position have security access?
Yes
Minimum Qualifications
A demonstrated record of strategic leadership and the skills required to oversee establishing and evolving a new school.
An earned doctorate (Ph.D. or DNP) from an accredited institution with at least one of the candidate’s graduate degrees being in nursing.
Academic and professional accomplishments that are sufficient to merit appointment at the rank of professor.
Current nursing licensure and eligibility for nursing licensure in the state of Georgia and appropriate professional and clinical certifications in nursing.
At least three (3) years of teaching experience in a nursing education program leading to a BSN or graduate degree.
Position Summary The Dean serves as the School’s chief academic and administrative officer, reporting directly to the Senior Vice President for Academic Affairs and Provost. The Dean is responsible for providing vision and leadership for the School of Nursing, ensuring overall academic program quality; achieving and maintaining accreditation; developing, administering, and evaluating the program’s curriculum and teaching modalities; fostering faculty research and scholarship; overseeing budgetary and fiscal matters; fundraising; developing new programs and clinical partnerships; and managing enrollment.
Preferred Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Competencies
The ability to promote scholarly excellence and ensure outstanding academic programs.
An understanding of the trends impacting healthcare, the nursing profession, and nursing education, and the ability to engage internal and external constituents to ensure the School of Nursing is positioned for success in a dynamic environment.
A leadership style that is collegial, collaborative, and committed to shared decision‑making and strong management skills, including experience with budgets and personnel.
Detail‑oriented, organized, a proactive problem solver, and an effective communicator.
The ability to successfully raise funds and to establish strong relationships with donors, alumni, public officials, and the nursing and healthcare community.
The ability to play a key role in University leadership, advocating for the School, forging advantageous and strategic connections across colleges, and working collaboratively with other deans and campus units to further the goals and objectives of the School and University.
Duties and Responsibilities
Develop and execute the mission, vision, and strategic direction for the new UGA School of Nursing.
Lead the accreditation process to ensure regulatory compliance and approval with the goal of enrolling the first UGA class of Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) students in fall 2027, including curriculum design, development, and approval aligned with AACN Essentials, GBON, CCNE, SACSCOC accreditation, and NCLEX‑RN requirements.
Attract and retain students, enrolling an initial undergraduate junior‑year cohort of roughly 60 students and expanding in subsequent years.
Establish a Master of Science in Nursing (MSN), a Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP), and research‑oriented Ph.D. programs in nursing to train future nurse educators and researchers.
Understand the needs of programs across undergraduate and graduate levels to advance the success of all students.
Oversee all School operations and personnel, including recruiting new full‑time, part‑time, and adjunct faculty, administrators, and staff; developing the School’s bylaws, policies, and committee structure for appointment, evaluation, promotion, tenure, and governance; and establishing and managing the budget, including during the school’s formation before credit‑hour revenue has been realized.
Establish external partnerships and agreements with clinical training sites in Athens and surrounding areas and identify opportunities for other partnerships that advance the University’s mission.
Cultivate relationships with state and community partners, supporters, donors, and public officials to establish and grow the new School, including generating public and/or private financial and non‑financial support.
Clearly communicate the School’s vision and mission to internal and external audiences.
Establish the new School’s presence within the nursing academy, serving as the primary representative of the School of Nursing at the national level, and build and maintain relationships with public, corporate, and non‑governmental organizations in the nursing field.
Promote collaborations and interprofessional education opportunities with other academic disciplines, leveraging UGA’s newly founded School of Medicine and broader health sciences expertise, including the College of Public Health, College of Pharmacy, School of Social Work, College of Family and Consumer Sciences, and comprehensive One Health portfolio.
EEO Statement The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, veteran status or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb@uga.edu).
Background Investigation and Credit Check Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including a criminal background check, confirmation of credentials and employment history, satisfactory credit check, and, if applicable, a pre‑employment drug test for positions with high‑risk responsibilities.
Contact University of Georgia is conducting a national search with the assistance of WittKieffer Inc. Applications, nominations, and inquiries can be directed to Ryan Crawford, Diane Smith, and Randi Miller at UGA‑NursingDean@wittkieffer.com.
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About the University of Georgia (UGA) Chartered by the state of Georgia in 1785, the University of Georgia is the birthplace of public higher education in America and is the state’s flagship university (https://www.uga.edu/). The proof is in our more than 240 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. The University’s main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,100 faculty and more than 7,700 full‑time staff. The University’s enrollment exceeds 41,000 students including over 31,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 19 schools and colleges, including our newly established School of Medicine.
Position Details
Posting Number:
F2506P
Working Title:
Dean of the School of Nursing
Department:
SRVPAA-SR VP Acad Affrs & Prov
Posting Type:
External
Employment Type:
Employee
Benefits Eligibility:
Benefits Eligible
Anticipated Start Date:
01/01/2026
Job Posting Date:
10/10/2025
Open Until Filled:
Yes
Location of Vacancy:
Athens Area
Classification Title:
Dean AC
Faculty Rank:
Professor
Contract Type:
Fiscal (12 mo.)
Tenure Status:
Negotiable
Is Position of Trust?:
Yes
Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources?:
Yes
Does this position require a P-Card?:
No
Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care?:
No
Does this position have security access?
Yes
Minimum Qualifications
A demonstrated record of strategic leadership and the skills required to oversee establishing and evolving a new school.
An earned doctorate (Ph.D. or DNP) from an accredited institution with at least one of the candidate’s graduate degrees being in nursing.
Academic and professional accomplishments that are sufficient to merit appointment at the rank of professor.
Current nursing licensure and eligibility for nursing licensure in the state of Georgia and appropriate professional and clinical certifications in nursing.
At least three (3) years of teaching experience in a nursing education program leading to a BSN or graduate degree.
Position Summary The Dean serves as the School’s chief academic and administrative officer, reporting directly to the Senior Vice President for Academic Affairs and Provost. The Dean is responsible for providing vision and leadership for the School of Nursing, ensuring overall academic program quality; achieving and maintaining accreditation; developing, administering, and evaluating the program’s curriculum and teaching modalities; fostering faculty research and scholarship; overseeing budgetary and fiscal matters; fundraising; developing new programs and clinical partnerships; and managing enrollment.
Preferred Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Competencies
The ability to promote scholarly excellence and ensure outstanding academic programs.
An understanding of the trends impacting healthcare, the nursing profession, and nursing education, and the ability to engage internal and external constituents to ensure the School of Nursing is positioned for success in a dynamic environment.
A leadership style that is collegial, collaborative, and committed to shared decision‑making and strong management skills, including experience with budgets and personnel.
Detail‑oriented, organized, a proactive problem solver, and an effective communicator.
The ability to successfully raise funds and to establish strong relationships with donors, alumni, public officials, and the nursing and healthcare community.
The ability to play a key role in University leadership, advocating for the School, forging advantageous and strategic connections across colleges, and working collaboratively with other deans and campus units to further the goals and objectives of the School and University.
Duties and Responsibilities
Develop and execute the mission, vision, and strategic direction for the new UGA School of Nursing.
Lead the accreditation process to ensure regulatory compliance and approval with the goal of enrolling the first UGA class of Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) students in fall 2027, including curriculum design, development, and approval aligned with AACN Essentials, GBON, CCNE, SACSCOC accreditation, and NCLEX‑RN requirements.
Attract and retain students, enrolling an initial undergraduate junior‑year cohort of roughly 60 students and expanding in subsequent years.
Establish a Master of Science in Nursing (MSN), a Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP), and research‑oriented Ph.D. programs in nursing to train future nurse educators and researchers.
Understand the needs of programs across undergraduate and graduate levels to advance the success of all students.
Oversee all School operations and personnel, including recruiting new full‑time, part‑time, and adjunct faculty, administrators, and staff; developing the School’s bylaws, policies, and committee structure for appointment, evaluation, promotion, tenure, and governance; and establishing and managing the budget, including during the school’s formation before credit‑hour revenue has been realized.
Establish external partnerships and agreements with clinical training sites in Athens and surrounding areas and identify opportunities for other partnerships that advance the University’s mission.
Cultivate relationships with state and community partners, supporters, donors, and public officials to establish and grow the new School, including generating public and/or private financial and non‑financial support.
Clearly communicate the School’s vision and mission to internal and external audiences.
Establish the new School’s presence within the nursing academy, serving as the primary representative of the School of Nursing at the national level, and build and maintain relationships with public, corporate, and non‑governmental organizations in the nursing field.
Promote collaborations and interprofessional education opportunities with other academic disciplines, leveraging UGA’s newly founded School of Medicine and broader health sciences expertise, including the College of Public Health, College of Pharmacy, School of Social Work, College of Family and Consumer Sciences, and comprehensive One Health portfolio.
EEO Statement The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, veteran status or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb@uga.edu).
Background Investigation and Credit Check Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including a criminal background check, confirmation of credentials and employment history, satisfactory credit check, and, if applicable, a pre‑employment drug test for positions with high‑risk responsibilities.
Contact University of Georgia is conducting a national search with the assistance of WittKieffer Inc. Applications, nominations, and inquiries can be directed to Ryan Crawford, Diane Smith, and Randi Miller at UGA‑NursingDean@wittkieffer.com.
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