Mendocino-Lake Community College District is currently accepting applications for a full-time, Assistant Dean, Health Careers/Registered Nursing Program Director.
This is a full-time, 40-hour per week, 12 month per year Educational Administrator position. We are seeking an equity- minded person who is committed to supporting our diverse student population and the District Mission. Please review our District Mission, Goals, and Values.
This position reports to the Dean of Career Education. The Assistant Dean, Health Careers/Registered Nursing Program Director will serve as the BRN recognized Director of the Nursing Program and perform all of the duties associated with that role, including supervising and coordinating the nursing program in accord with applicable regulations, requirements, and policies. As an Assistant Dean, this position will oversee other health career related disciplines in addition to Nursing.
This includes the Mendocino College Licensed Vocational Nursing program. The successful candidate will supervise all RN and LVN faculty and staff. The LVN faculty includes a LVN Director who provides the day-to-day operational leadership.
RECRUITMENT TIMELINE:
Position closes: 10/5/25
Interviews for selected candidates: 11/5/25
Second level interviews for selected candidates: 11/7
Selected candidates name presented at the December MLCCD Board Meeting
We recommend downloading this job announcement as you prepare your application materials for submission. Incomplete applications will not be forwarded to the screening committee.
APPLICATION PROCEDURE Through the online portal, submit the following documents:
Completed online application
Cover Letter that succinctly addresses how your experience and professional qualifications prepare you for this position;
CV including education, experience, professional organizations, and accomplishments;
List three(3) professional or academic references who can speak to your qualifications for the position and their contact information (personal references will not be accepted);
Photo copies of all transcripts; a foreign transcript evaluation must be attached if applicable. Official copies of transcripts are required upon employment;
Copy of a valid CA RN License
During the supplemental questions section of the application you will be required to answer the two (2) questions below. We recommend you prepare your answers before completing the application.
Why are you interested in the position of Assistant Dean of Health Careers at Mendocino College?
Mendocino College is committed to supporting all students with equity-minded teaching practices. Describe your experience supporting faculty and community partners in creating engaging and inclusive learning environments.
Mendocino College welcomes applications from all qualified candidates who demonstrate sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, and ethnic backgrounds of our community college students.
SALARY AND BENEFITS The starting annual salary range is $142,578 - $149,707. There are six annual step movements; initial placement will be at step 1, unless approved by the Superintendent/President. Please see the current salary schedule here: MLCCD - Salary Schedule
Benefits: With no monthly premium contribution from the employee, we offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes family medical, dental, vision, EAP benefits and employee life insurance. Additional voluntary life insurance is available for employee purchase. Benefits are effective the first of the month following hire date.
Holidays and Paid Time Off: The successful candidate will earn twenty-one (21) days of vacation and twelve (12) days of sick leave per year. Vacation leave increases with the length of service. There are twenty (20) paid holidays annually.
Retirement: This position is eligible for CalPERS OR CalSTRS Retirement.
REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES
The successful candidate will support institutional and student success with the completion of the following duties:
Duties as Assistant Dean, Health Careers:
Oversees selection, training and evaluation of full-time and part-time faculty, program managers and support staff; determines teaching assignments; provides general supervision including orientation, professional development, general assistance, determining priorities, resolving problems and coordinating/conducting evaluations.
Provides administrative oversight for assigned instructional programs including program review, program and curriculum development and staffing recommendations and capital outlay requests.
Supervises and promotes curriculum development by faculty to respond to student and community needs, including student learning outcomes, and ensures the assessment and use of those outcomes.
Assists with the institutional accreditation process and individual program accreditation processes as needed.
Collaborate with the Mendocino College Instructional Office to oversee faculty load assignment for individual programs as needed.
Develops and prepares grant applications, budgets, and reports for local, state, and federal grant-supported and district programs; follows up as necessary.
Oversees fiscal management of assigned instructional programs.
Represents the college to the public; establishes contact with the local community public agencies, school principals, counselors, teachers, business organizations, clinical partners, service organizations, and cultural entities.
Assists in the promotion and marketing of the college image and assigned instructional programs.
Establishes connections and partnerships with local businesses that support the programs.
Receives student, faculty, and other complaints and conducts appropriate follow-up.
Researches, analyzes and maintains information needed for instructional administration purposes; prepares a variety of reports; makes presentations; reviews legislation, code, policies, and procedures related to area of responsibility; apprises others of pending or needed changes to current practice.
Builds upon collaborative efforts locally and regionally with health care partners, other colleges, and the Mendocino Lake Adult and Career Education (MLACE) Consortium.
Promotes cooperative planning efforts among educational agencies and institutions in the District to improve articulation and planning of educational services and avoid duplication of services; takes the lead in development of articulation agreements with the high schools, including Programs of Study.
Arranges and facilitates advisory committee meetings; retains related records.
Represents the District at assigned local, regional, and state meetings; organizes and serves on committees as assigned; works evenings and weekends when necessary.
Performs other duties as assigned by the Dean of Career Education.
Duties as Registered Nursing Program Director:
Interprets registered nursing program requirements and objectives to administration and other relevant college departments and personnel; serves as liaison to facilitate student success.
Completes required reports and approval forms for the California Board of Registered Nursing (BRN), Mendocino College and other constituencies; completes annual program reviews for College as well as taking primary responsibility for the total program review/recertification.
Facilitates the Mendocino College Registered Nursing Program Curriculum Review.
Monitors the registered nursing program for compliance with applicable laws, regulations, policies, and rules.
Prepares self-study report for BRN approval visit; the nursing program evaluation plan; and curriculum development, submits proposals for curriculum changes.
Responds to any recommendations from the BRN approval visit and leads the department in resolving those recommendations.
Determines teaching assignments, including clinical and classroom instructional load and continuing education, prepares the nursing class schedule, in compliance with applicable regulations.
In collaboration with Human Resources, assists with recruitment and selection of registered nursing program faculty including the determination and verification of required qualifications; submits faculty to BRN for approval.
Supervises all faculty in the nursing program including orienting new nursing faculty to the college, conducting or participating in faculty evaluations, facilitating faculty meetings, developing and supervising BRN remediation plan for nursing faculty.
Continues and builds upon collaborative efforts locally and regionally with health care partners, other colleges, and the Mendocino Lake Adult and Career Education (MLACE) Consortium.
Initiates and maintains contractual agreements and clinical schedules with community service agencies used as clinical sites for nursing students.
Evaluates the Registered Nursing Program through an equity lens.
Supports and oversees student recruitment and application activities; reviews and maintains any required student records; assists students with licensure applications.
Organizes and facilitates agenda, guest speakers, and instruction for student orientations and workshops.
Organizes program Content Area Expert recruitment and onboarding.
Facilitates other stipends or hourly compensation where appropriate.
Facilitates and enforces program safety requirements, including N95 Respiratory Fit Testing for all students and faculty.
Coordinates and submit results for annual reporting and surveys, including the BRN/UCSF School Survey
Issues certificates of completion for continuing education courses consistent with BRN regulations. Ensures currency and completeness of nursing program information in the college catalog and website.
Collaborates with faculty to review and approve the nursing program's textbook list with Library personnel to ensure breadth and currency of library resources.
Collaborates with other departments to prepare students for graduation, ensuring that all General Education and Institutional Requirements have been met.
Receives, reviews, and facilitates resolution of complaints for nursing program.
Completes other duties as legally required for the program.
WORKING CONDITIONS Office, classroom, and clinical settings. May be required to travel to various clinical sites and Center Locations throughout Mendocino and Lake County. May be required to work evenings and weekends.
QUALIFICATIONS
Must meet the minimum qualifications for faculty in California Community Colleges; Master's in Nursing OR Bachelor's in Nursing AND Master's in Health Education of Health Science OR the equivalent OR the minimum qualifications as set by the Board of Registered Nursing, whichever is higher. AND Must meet the following minimum requirements of the Board of Registered Nursing (1425(a)) to work as a Director of a Professional registered Nursing Program: The director of the program shall meet the following minimum qualifications: Sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students. KNOWLEDGE OF:
BRN rules and regulations that govern undergraduate professional registered nursing educational programs.
Pre-licensure nursing program curriculum and instructional program development.
Learning theory and teaching techniques.
Hiring and evaluation practices.
Post-secondary educational operations.
Related laws, policies, and regulations.
Curriculum/program development.
Educational needs of the local community.
Techniques of class scheduling.
Principles of budgeting, supervision, and management.
Long and short-range planning techniques.
Educational technology including integrated information management systems.
Grant application processes and management.
Instructional support services.
Teaching-learning process, including Student Learning Outcomes.
Quality instructional methods.
Community College operations.
ABILITY TO:
Plan, coordinate, and administer multifaceted nursing programs, curricula, and course schedules.
Provide administrative leadership, including selecting, training, supervising, and evaluating faculty and staff.
Interpret, apply, and develop laws, regulations, policies, and procedures.
Develop and manage program budgets and resources.
Evaluate and improve instructional materials; effectively teach assigned courses.
Maintain accurate records; prepare and present reports.
Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; relate well to diverse students, faculty, staff, and community members.
Represent the college positively as a liaison with the community.
Assess and respond to community educational needs and interests.
Encourage professional development and recognize excellence among faculty and staff.
Utilize relevant technology and research skills to compile, analyze, and apply data.
Exercise sound judgment, make effective decisions, prioritize competing demands, and take independent action.
Adapt to variable hours, locations, and demanding environments, including evenings and weekends.
Maintain required licensure and professional currency.
Provide own transportation.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS The following physical and mental standards are identified as necessary to perform the essential duties and responsibilities. However, reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.
Mobility: frequent sitting for long periods; frequent walking and standing; occasional reaching above and below desk level; frequent balancing on varied surfaces.
Dexterity: frequent fine manipulation sufficient to operate a computer keyboard; frequent grasping to handle individual papers, write/take notes and feel individual objects.
Lifting: frequent lifting of papers, files, equipment and material weighing up to 15 pounds; may lift up to 25 pounds occasionally.
Visual Requirements: frequent use of vision sufficient to read files, documents, and computer screens and do close-up work.
Hearing/Talking: frequent hearing and speaking in person and on the telephone.
Emotional/Psychological Factors: frequent need to make decisions and concentrate; frequent contact with others; frequent deadlines and time-limited assignments.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
IMPORTANT NOTES REGARDING APPLICATION PROCEDURE
All application materials must be received by 11:59 pm on the closing date indicated above
Only completed applications with the above required documents will be reviewed by the committee
Application materials not required (including reference letters) for this position will not be reviewed
Remove personally identifiable information such as personal photos, social security number, birth date, age, and gender from your application materials.
Expenses related to the recruitment process are the responsibility of the applicant
Incomplete application packets will not be accepted
Interviews are by invitation only
The college does not reimburse applicants for related travel expenses
SELECTION PROCEDURE
A search committee will review and invite applicants for an interview. Meeting the posted requirements does not guarantee an interview. A written performance exercise and/or presentation may be a part of the interview, and finalists may be invited to return for a second interview. All notifications will be via email, and by accessing your application profile.
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT(Prior to beginning employment)
In accordance with Federal Law all employees must provide proof of eligibility to work in the United States;
Must be fingerprinted through DOJ and FBI and have background clearance; and Must take a TB test (once hired and every four years thereafter).
Within 6 months of employment, must complete required District trainings such as Sexual Harassment Prevention.
Mendocino-Lake Community College District is not authorized to sponsor employment visas and be the employer of record for F-1 Visa - OPT extension
COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY
The Mendocino-Lake Community College District is committed to employing qualified administrators, faculty, and staff members who are dedicated to student success and to recruiting and hiring persons from diverse backgrounds. Diversity in the academic environment fosters cultural awareness, promotes mutual understanding and respect, and provides suitable role models for all students including first generation students, underrepresented students, and students of color. The District strives to employ and retain faculty, staff and administrative personnel who promote a positive learning environment and are well prepared to serve our increasingly diverse student population.
Mendocino College takes active steps to ensure equal employment opportunity and to create a diverse work and academic environment that is welcoming and inclusive for all.
Mendocino-Lake Community College District is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
EEO STATEMENT
Mendocino College is an equal opportunity employer and actively seeks a diverse pool of qualified applicants. The policy of the College is to encourage applications from all persons. Mendocino College does not discriminate on the basis of ethnicity or race, color, sex or gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, religion, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, national origin, medical conditions, genetic conditions, pregnancy (including pregnancy, childbirth, and medical conditions related to pregnancy or childbirth), military or veteran status. Mendocino College also prohibits harassment on any of these bases, including sexual harassment, as well as sexual assault, domestic violence, dating violence, and stalking.
ACCOMMODATIONS
Persons with disabilities who require reasonable accommodation to complete the employment process must notify Human Resources no later than 72 hours prior to the closing date. Human Resources can be contacted at (707) 468-3065 or via email at HRRecruiting@mendocino.edu.
ABOUT OUR COLLEGE
Established in 1973, Mendocino College, a Hispanic Serving Institution, is a vibrant and inclusive academic community, rich in culture, creativity, diversity, and technology. A fully accredited two- year community college, the District serves more than 6,500 students across four locations in the greater parts of Lake and Mendocino Counties. Complete with a friendly small-campus academic setting and a respectfully collaborative work environment, Mendocino College prepares students for a future of innovation and success.
The beautifully landscaped main campus is located in Ukiah, California. With views of oak- covered hills, sprawling vineyards, and distant mountains, the 127-acre campus is equipped with a state-of-the-art Library/Learning Center, high-tech Nursing Facility, and Student Center. The college operates three fully equipped centers in Fort Bragg, Lakeport, and Willits, conveniently providing our valued students with quality instruction, academic support and administrative services in neighboring communities.
With a comprehensive curriculum and engaging instruction, Mendocino College provides a wide variety of degree, certificate, transfer, occupational, and basic skills programs. Mendocino College students learn in a nurturing and supportive environment enhanced by small-sized classes, personalized academic advising, and several hundred dedicated faculty and staff.
ABOUT OUR COMMUNITIES
Mendocino and Lake Counties include some of California's most picturesque landscape. Because of the geographic location, climate, and natural beauty, Mendocino and Lake Counties attract many visitors. Agriculture, timber, and tourism industries form the economic base of the area with some light manufacturing. Mendocino and Lake Counties have a long and colorful history as a premium grape-growing region within the state's famous North Coast wine country. A relaxed and friendly lifestyle is characteristic of our communities. Recreational opportunities abound for water skiing, swimming, fishing, boating, sailing, camping, hiking, tennis, and golf.
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ABOUT OUR COLLEGE
Established in 1973, Mendocino College, a Hispanic Serving Institution, is a vibrant and inclusive academic community, rich in culture, creativity, diversity, and technology. A fully accredited two- year community college, the District serves more than 6,500 students across four locations in the greater parts of Lake and Mendocino Counties. Complete with a friendly small-campus academic setting and a respectfully collaborative work environment, Mendocino College prepares students for a future of innovation and success.
The beautifully landscaped main campus is located in Ukiah, California. With views of oak- covered hills, sprawling vineyards, and distant mountains, the 127-acre campus is equipped with a state-of-the-art Library/Learning Center, high-tech Nursing Facility, and Student Center. The college operates three fully equipped centers in Fort Bragg, Lakeport, and Willits, conveniently providing our valued students with quality instruction, academic support and administrative services in neighboring communities.
With a comprehensive curriculum and engaging instruction, Mendocino College provides a wide variety of degree, certificate, transfer, occupational, and basic skills programs. Mendocino College students learn in a nurturing and supportive environment enhanced by small-sized classes, personalized academic advising, and several hundred dedicated faculty and staff.
ABOUT OUR COMMUNITIES
Mendocino and Lake Counties include some of California's most picturesque landscape. Because of the geographic location, climate, and natural beauty, Mendocino and Lake Counties attract many visitors. Agriculture, timber, and tourism industries form the economic base of the area with some light manufacturing. Mendocino and Lake Counties have a long and colorful history as a premium grape-growing region within the state's famous North Coast wine country. A relaxed and friendly lifestyle is characteristic of our communities. Recreational opportunities abound for water skiing, swimming, fishing, boating, sailing, camping, hiking, tennis, and golf.
