Illinois State University-Mennonite College of Nursing
Dean, Mennonite College of Nursing
Illinois State University-Mennonite College of Nursing, Normal, Illinois, United States, 61761
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Illinois State University-Mennonite College of Nursing . Job no: 520687. Work type: On Campus. Location: Normal, Illinois. Title: Dean, Mennonite College of Nursing. Division Name: Academic Affairs. Department: Mennonite College of Nursing. Campus Location: Normal, IL. Job Summary
Illinois State University seeks a strategic and innovative academic leader committed to the mission, vision, and values outlined in the University’s strategic plan. The dean is the chief academic and executive officer of the college, providing vision and leadership in the context of shared governance. The dean leads the development and implementation of the college’s strategic future and reports to the provost, who also serves as vice president for academic affairs. The dean’s responsibilities include developing an effective collegial environment that supports excellence in teaching, scholarship, and service and advancing the nursing profession. The dean facilitates collaborations within the college, university, and broader community, and provides leadership to advance equity, diversity, access, and belonging for students, faculty, and staff. The dean will engage faculty, staff, and students in developing a shared plan for the college’s future and its role in the University’s broader mission. Additional duties include leadership for promotion and tenure standards, supervision of associate and assistant deans and college staff, fiscal responsibility for the college, and advocacy to the provost, president, alumni, and external stakeholders. The Mennonite College of Nursing comprises approximately 23 tenure/tenure-track faculty, 22 non-tenure track faculty, 18 staff, and about 50 part-time faculty. Salary and Benefits
Salary range: $220,000 – $250,000 annually. University benefits include health, dental, vision, life insurance; retirement and supplemental retirement options; tuition waiver for staff and eligible dependents; paid holidays/administrative closures during Thanksgiving and Winter Breaks; and paid benefit time. Additional information on benefits is available through the University. Required Qualifications
Be registered as a nurse or be eligible for RN licensure in the State of Illinois. Hold at least one graduate degree in nursing and hold a terminal degree in nursing or a related field from an accredited institution of higher learning. A record of outstanding scholarship and teaching, meriting appointment as Professor with tenure in the Mennonite College of Nursing at Illinois State University. Full-time administrative leadership experience in dynamic academic organizations, with accomplishments in roles such as dean, associate dean, department chair, or school director, or comparable leadership. Experience aligning fiscal resources with strategic priorities and managing people and resources to support instruction, scholarship, nursing practice, and outreach. Fundamental understanding of the scholarly, teaching, and service responsibilities of a nursing faculty at an R2 university. Experience with the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education accreditation and knowledge of fundraising/donor stewardship. Ongoing participation in state/national nursing professional organizations. Preferred Qualifications
Experience with academic doctoral programs. Experience with curriculum development and/or online degree programs. Exceptional communication skills and ability to build relationships across stakeholder groups. Experience in professional mentorship and securing/existing extramural funding. Commitment to shared governance and ability to work with other deans, administrators, and stakeholders in developing goals and programs. Experience in developing and implementing a strategic plan; leadership/oversight of facilities resources. Commitment to ISU’s core values: Excellence in Teaching, Learning and Scholarship; Individualized Attention; Equity, Diversity, Access, and Belonging; Collaboration; Community and Civic Engagement; Respect; and Integrity. Work Hours
A fast-paced, productive office environment where work demands may extend beyond traditional hours of operation. Functional Expectations
Must be able to complete the following with or without a reasonable accommodation: Remain at a workstation for extended periods. Move about in various locations on and off campus as needed to complete day-to-day work. Effectively communicate on a daily basis. Proposed Starting Date
July 1, 2026. Special Instructions for Applicants
Please see more information about this position here: Office of the Provost - Current Opportunities. Greenwood Asher & Associates is assisting Illinois State University in this search. Applications and nominations are now being accepted. Inquiries, nominations, and application materials should be directed to Julie Schrodt and/or Jeremy Duff from Greenwood Asher & Associates. Application materials should include: A letter of interest clearly stating how the candidate’s experiences align with the opportunities and expectations for leadership to address a university-wide perspective. A leadership/administrative philosophy statement. A current résumé/curriculum vitae. Candidates should also provide the names and contact information for three references. References will not be contacted without prior knowledge and approval from candidates. Submissions as PDF attachments are encouraged. The search will be conducted with confidentiality until finalists are selected. Initial screening will begin immediately and continue until an appointment is made. For best consideration, applications and nominations should be provided by October 3, 2025. Please direct inquiries, nominations, and application materials to: Julie Schrodt, Senior Executive Search Consultant — julieschrodt@greenwoodsearch.com Jeremy Duff, Vice President of Executive Search — jeremyduff@greenwoodsearch.com Important Information for Applicants
This position is subject to a criminal background investigation and, if applicable, an employment history review. Employment is contingent upon satisfactory background results. You may not begin work until results are cleared by Human Resources. Illinois State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. If you require a reasonable accommodation under ADA or other law, contact the Office of Equal Opportunity and Access at (309) 438-3383. If you have difficulty accessing the system, call Human Resources at (309) 438-8311. Application Opened: 08/22/2025 11:00 AM CST. Application Closes: Open Until Filled.
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Illinois State University-Mennonite College of Nursing . Job no: 520687. Work type: On Campus. Location: Normal, Illinois. Title: Dean, Mennonite College of Nursing. Division Name: Academic Affairs. Department: Mennonite College of Nursing. Campus Location: Normal, IL. Job Summary
Illinois State University seeks a strategic and innovative academic leader committed to the mission, vision, and values outlined in the University’s strategic plan. The dean is the chief academic and executive officer of the college, providing vision and leadership in the context of shared governance. The dean leads the development and implementation of the college’s strategic future and reports to the provost, who also serves as vice president for academic affairs. The dean’s responsibilities include developing an effective collegial environment that supports excellence in teaching, scholarship, and service and advancing the nursing profession. The dean facilitates collaborations within the college, university, and broader community, and provides leadership to advance equity, diversity, access, and belonging for students, faculty, and staff. The dean will engage faculty, staff, and students in developing a shared plan for the college’s future and its role in the University’s broader mission. Additional duties include leadership for promotion and tenure standards, supervision of associate and assistant deans and college staff, fiscal responsibility for the college, and advocacy to the provost, president, alumni, and external stakeholders. The Mennonite College of Nursing comprises approximately 23 tenure/tenure-track faculty, 22 non-tenure track faculty, 18 staff, and about 50 part-time faculty. Salary and Benefits
Salary range: $220,000 – $250,000 annually. University benefits include health, dental, vision, life insurance; retirement and supplemental retirement options; tuition waiver for staff and eligible dependents; paid holidays/administrative closures during Thanksgiving and Winter Breaks; and paid benefit time. Additional information on benefits is available through the University. Required Qualifications
Be registered as a nurse or be eligible for RN licensure in the State of Illinois. Hold at least one graduate degree in nursing and hold a terminal degree in nursing or a related field from an accredited institution of higher learning. A record of outstanding scholarship and teaching, meriting appointment as Professor with tenure in the Mennonite College of Nursing at Illinois State University. Full-time administrative leadership experience in dynamic academic organizations, with accomplishments in roles such as dean, associate dean, department chair, or school director, or comparable leadership. Experience aligning fiscal resources with strategic priorities and managing people and resources to support instruction, scholarship, nursing practice, and outreach. Fundamental understanding of the scholarly, teaching, and service responsibilities of a nursing faculty at an R2 university. Experience with the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education accreditation and knowledge of fundraising/donor stewardship. Ongoing participation in state/national nursing professional organizations. Preferred Qualifications
Experience with academic doctoral programs. Experience with curriculum development and/or online degree programs. Exceptional communication skills and ability to build relationships across stakeholder groups. Experience in professional mentorship and securing/existing extramural funding. Commitment to shared governance and ability to work with other deans, administrators, and stakeholders in developing goals and programs. Experience in developing and implementing a strategic plan; leadership/oversight of facilities resources. Commitment to ISU’s core values: Excellence in Teaching, Learning and Scholarship; Individualized Attention; Equity, Diversity, Access, and Belonging; Collaboration; Community and Civic Engagement; Respect; and Integrity. Work Hours
A fast-paced, productive office environment where work demands may extend beyond traditional hours of operation. Functional Expectations
Must be able to complete the following with or without a reasonable accommodation: Remain at a workstation for extended periods. Move about in various locations on and off campus as needed to complete day-to-day work. Effectively communicate on a daily basis. Proposed Starting Date
July 1, 2026. Special Instructions for Applicants
Please see more information about this position here: Office of the Provost - Current Opportunities. Greenwood Asher & Associates is assisting Illinois State University in this search. Applications and nominations are now being accepted. Inquiries, nominations, and application materials should be directed to Julie Schrodt and/or Jeremy Duff from Greenwood Asher & Associates. Application materials should include: A letter of interest clearly stating how the candidate’s experiences align with the opportunities and expectations for leadership to address a university-wide perspective. A leadership/administrative philosophy statement. A current résumé/curriculum vitae. Candidates should also provide the names and contact information for three references. References will not be contacted without prior knowledge and approval from candidates. Submissions as PDF attachments are encouraged. The search will be conducted with confidentiality until finalists are selected. Initial screening will begin immediately and continue until an appointment is made. For best consideration, applications and nominations should be provided by October 3, 2025. Please direct inquiries, nominations, and application materials to: Julie Schrodt, Senior Executive Search Consultant — julieschrodt@greenwoodsearch.com Jeremy Duff, Vice President of Executive Search — jeremyduff@greenwoodsearch.com Important Information for Applicants
This position is subject to a criminal background investigation and, if applicable, an employment history review. Employment is contingent upon satisfactory background results. You may not begin work until results are cleared by Human Resources. Illinois State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. If you require a reasonable accommodation under ADA or other law, contact the Office of Equal Opportunity and Access at (309) 438-3383. If you have difficulty accessing the system, call Human Resources at (309) 438-8311. Application Opened: 08/22/2025 11:00 AM CST. Application Closes: Open Until Filled.
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