Job Title

Academic Program Coordinator for the School of Nursing

Agency

Tarleton State University

Department

Department of Undergraduate Nursing

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

Stephenville, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

The School of Nursing Academic Program Coordinator works with stakeholders, including administrators, faculty, and staff, as the frontline coordinator for academic processing for all tracks of the School of Nursing leading to a Bachelor of Science in Nursing, including the School of Nursing off-campus instructional sites. The Admissions Coordinator is responsible for the organized coordination of admissions processes, degree completion audits, and maintaining student academic records. In addition, the coordinator demonstrates enthusiasm, actively paparticipatesn problem-solving, and is comfortable managing ambiguity and multiple priorities.

This position reports to the School of Nursing Dean. This is a 12-month in-person position located on Tarleton's main campus in Stephenville, TX. Work hours: Mon-Fri; 8 AM-5 PM or as work and teaching requirements indicate.

Requires the ability to teach and/or work remotely at the University’s discretion.

Essential Job Functions :

• Provide general information about all nursing tracks offered to prospective undergraduate and graduate nursing students.

• Guide prospective students in admission requirements,

• Design and manage the Nursing Central Application Service tools,

• Maintain records and a database of prospective candidates for the programs,

• Assist with the admissions process, including candidate application reviews and credentials,

• Present group information sessions and admission workshops for prospective students and their families,

• Attend recruitment fairs held at high schools, other colleges and universities, and various healthcare agencies,

• Provide academic support and guidance to prospective and current students in all tracks leading to a BSN in the SON.

• Verify completion of degree requirements and submit appropriate adjustments to the Office of the Registrar as necessary,

• Advise students with academic, probationary, and financial concerns and determine possible courses of action,

• Works collaboratively with College and University units to identify resources for academic or other types of support.

• Coordinate with appropriate committees and staff to support the SON total program evaluation plan and external accreditation requirements.

• Assist with the evaluation of the admissions process and academic support programming.

• Create and maintain a database of current and prospective learners to assist various committee recommendations for admission, progression, and retention.

  Required Education/Work Experience :

• Bachelor’s degree in applicable field or equivalent combination of education and experience

• Three years of related experience

  Preferred Education/Work Experience :

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing or health science education field or equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Five years of related experience in higher education or health science education

  Required Knowledge/Skills/Attitudes

• Knowledge of word processing, spreadsheet, and database applications.

• Knowledge of functions of Higher Education.

• Knowledge of student information systems, degree planning, and degree audits.

• Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.

• Ability to present information clearly and concisely.

• Ability to work with sensitive information and maintain confidentiality.

• Excellent written communication, analytical, interpersonal, and organizational skills.

  Salary

  Commensurate with experience

  The target base salary is $ 43,620 ma y be negotiable based on funding availability and candidate experience/skillset in relation to t h e mini m u m requirements of this position. Tarleton State University offers a career filled with purpose and opportunity in addition to competitive wages. As part of the Tarleton family, the following benefits ar e also available to full time and qualifying part time employees:

  Educational Benefits

• Family Education Benefit (Tuition Scholarship) (https://www.tarleton.edu/scholarships/employees/)

• Doctoral Educational Assistance

  Employee Health, Wellness, and Financial Planning (https://www.tarleton.edu/hr/benefits/)

• Fully covered employee health insurance

• Dental insurance

• Vision insurance

• Retirement and Insurance programs

  Paid Leave (https://www.tarleton.edu/hr/benefits/)

• Paid sick leave

• Holiday pay

• Vacation

• Longevity pay

• Paid Birthday Leave

  Other

• Complimentary tickets to all A thletic and P erforming F ine A rts events

• Employee Wellness Release Time

• Staff Gym Membership Discount with Campus Recreation

• and other Tarleton Discounts

  Qualified candidates are encouraged to submit a completed application for consideration. Initial review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

  Application Procedure:

  During the application process applicants have one opportunity to enter the requested information, upload documents and “ Submit ” the application. Applicants will not be able to make changes or add additional documents once the application materials have been submitted via "Submit" action.

  Employment applications must include:

• Completed online application

• Cover Letter / Letter of Interest addressing qualifications

• Curriculum Vitae or Resume

• At least 3 current professional references and their full contact information

  Applications received by Tarleton State University must have all job application data entered.  Failure to provide all job application data could result in an invalid submission and a rejected application.  “See resume” is not an acceptable entry in the job application.  Incomplete applications will not be considered.

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.

Founded in 1899, Tarleton State University a founding member of The Texas A&M University System, has a rich history and tradition through generations that have inspired educational excellence. Tarleton maintains a commitment to transformational student experiences and career readiness supported by engaged faculty, staff, and alumni mentors. Tarleton State University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC), earned the prestigious designation of Doctoral Universities: High Research Activity by the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education, and is a member of the NCAA Division I, Western Athletic Conference.

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  Tarleton State University is an Equal Opportunity/ Affirmative Action/ Veterans/ Disability Employer. If you have questions about submitting your application, please contact employment@tarleton.edu .