Executive Director, Student Success and RetentionTo apply for this position, select 'Apply for this Job'. Executive Director, Student Success and RetentionTo apply for this position, select 'Apply for this Job'.Bookmark this Posting Print Preview |Apply for this JobPlease see Special Instructions for more details.Faculty positions are only required to be posted for a minimum of fourteen (14) calendar days.

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Employment is contingent upon a satisfactory background check.Posting DetailsPosition Information Job Title Executive Director, Student Success and Retention Department Academic Programs, College of Nursing - 35100 Pay Grade 1 Job Category Faculty Job Summary The ETSU College of Nursing invites applications for a 12-month Lecturer faculty position that will serve in the role of Executive Director for the Office of Student Success and Retention.

The Executive Director for Student Success and Retention provides strategic leadership and oversight for programs and services that enhance student retention, progression, graduation rates, advising, and enrollment within the College of Nursing. This role involves collaboration with faculty, staff, and external stakeholders to develop and implement initiatives that support student success. Preference will be given to candidates with a background in health care though applicants with significant experience in student success, advising, and enrollment management in higher education will also be considered.

The College of Nursing is part of the University’s Academic Health Sciences Center, which also includes the James H. Quillen College of Medicine, the Bill Gatton College of Pharmacy, the College of Public Health, and the College of Health Sciences. The College of Nursing is the largest in the State of Tennessee offering multiple tracks for students enrolled in undergraduate and graduate programs. The Department of Undergraduate Programs is home to over 45 full-time faculty and 700 students across five (5) tracks including the Traditional BSN , Accelerated BSN (Johnson City, Kingsport, Sevierville), LPN - BSN , and RN- BSN /Dual Degree. The Department of Undergraduate Programs boasts a record of excellence with 60% of faculty holding specialty certifications and a strong record of collaboration and successful student outcomes. All programs in the College of Nursing are fully accredited by the CCNE .

University Overview East Tennessee State University ( ETSU ) is an institution with over 14,000 diverse students highly ranked graduate and undergraduate programs. Located in the Southern Appalachian Mountains of Northeast Tennessee, ETSU serves as a hub for community, discovery, and service. Aligned with the institution’s mission, we value efforts to engage in teaching, scholarship, creative activities, and service that involve community partners and address significant societal needs in our region and beyond. Recognized in 2024 as a Great College to Work For, recent strategic initiatives prioritize the institution’s focus on community engagement.

The value of employment at ETSU goes far beyond salary. Regular benefited ETSU employees enjoy a full range of benefits, services, and programs including paid time off & leave, paid holidays, health and life insurance, retirement, access to University facilities and services, and much more!

Check out the ETSU Human Resources Benefits page for additional information. https://www.etsu.edu/human-resources/benefits/ .

ETSU is an Equal Opportunity employer.

Disclaimer: The Job Summary is intended to describe the general nature and level of work individuals perform in this classification. It is not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Management reserves the right to revise the job or require different tasks to be performed as assigned to reflect changes in the position. Employees must be able to perform the position’s essential functions satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Demonstrated leadership ability and experience in student support services. Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills. Proficiency in current computer technologies and educational software. Experience with data analysis and reporting.

Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by the employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job across various settings in the classroom, simulation, clinical, and/or community as required and/or needed. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be engaged in physical activities that involve prolonged standing, walking, bending, stooping, pulling/pushing, and assisting students in clinical, laboratory, and simulation environments. The employee must occasionally lift and carry clinical teaching materials and equipment (i.e. lift, carry, push, and pull) up to 100 pounds or more. The employee must be able to perceive and respond to sounds and alarms; communicate effectively with others; be able to observe and monitor situations and details at close range in full and dimmed light. The employee will provide clinical instruction in healthcare settings of up to 2-3 clinical courses per semester, with each clinical lasting up to twelve hours per day. Rapid mobility may also be required on occasion. The employee must be able to demonstrate and model clinical procedures and techniques, which may require physical dexterity and stamina. Stress levels may be high due to frequently dealing with numerous students, patients, family members, and other healthcare providers. This position demands concentration and the ability to work in emotionally charged situations. Required Qualifications Master’s degree in nursing or health-related field. Five (5) years of experience in higher education, with significant experience in student success, advising, retention, and enrollment management. Active Registered Nurse license in TN or compact state. Preferred Qualifications Earned terminal degree in nursing or health-related field. Salary Commensurate with Rank Posting Detail Information Posting Number F00941P Is this position subject to a criminal background check? Yes Is any part of the funding for this posting coming from a grant or outside funding source? No Open Date 06/09/2025 Close Date Open Until Filled Yes Special Instructions to Applicants Faculty positions are only required to be posted for a minimum of fourteen (14) calendar days.

The closing date for this posting is subject to change without notice to applicants.

All positions at East Tennessee State University are contingent upon sufficient funding.

Review of applicants begins immediately and continues until positions are filled.

An official transcript will be required upon hire. Copies and/or unofficial transcripts will be acceptable for application purposes only.

Employment is contingent upon a satisfactory background check.Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). Documents Needed To Apply Required Documents Cover LetterTranscriptsCurriculum Vitae Optional Documents OtherTeaching PhilosophyCertificationsEvidence of Teaching ExcellencePhilosophy of LeadershipVision StatementEast Tennessee State University is an AA/EEO employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, veteran status, or age in its programs and activities. Full Non-Discrimination Policy ... More #J-18808-Ljbffr