Academic Services Director

The University of Washington Tacoma is an anchor institution that is deeply invested in its local communities and in student success. As one of three campuses of a world‑class university, UW Tacoma is dedicated to interdisciplinary and innovative teaching and scholarship and to engaging the community in mutually beneficial partnerships. UW Tacoma’s commitment to access and diversity is central to an environment where students, staff, faculty and South Sound residents find abundant opportunities for intellectual, personal and professional growth.

More information about UW Tacoma and its strategic plan can be found here.

The Academic Services Director for the School of Nursing and Healthcare Leadership (SNHCL) is responsible for managing day‑to‑day operations for the academic unit and overseeing management of faculty and staff human resources, internal and external events, facilities/space/equipment utilization, finance, and academic programs. Reporting to the Dean of the School of Nursing and Healthcare Leadership, this position provides the oversight required to implement, integrate, evaluate and ensure the quality and effectiveness of all unit business practices and processes.

The Academic Services Director is responsible for ensuring all academic program operational processes are aligned to meet curricular program outcomes and accreditation requirements. The Academic Services Director works with faculty, staff and students to create a healthy, collaborative and inclusive environment. This position maintains effective internal and external relationships with the campus community and community partners. The Academic Services Director works collaboratively and engages in appropriate decision‑making to advance the operational and administrative effectiveness of the unit in accordance with established University policies and procedures, and relevant state and/or national accreditation standards.

• Bachelor’s Degree in public administration, business, or related field and at least five years of increasingly responsible experience managing administrative operations, with office management, financial planning, and supervisory responsibilities to include two years of experience in higher education with leadership and daily administration of a complex academic or business unit.

Equivalent education/experience will substitute for all minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a license/certification/registration.

Additional requirements include:

• Strong record of leadership.
• Ability to work effectively with students, faculty, staff, administrators and local community members.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and make appropriate decisions.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office applications:
  Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint & Outlook.
• Financial planning & budget management experience.
• Skills and knowledge of quality improvement principles and practices.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal, analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to handle student and personnel issues with discretion and confidentiality.
• Demonstrated commitment to advancing the vision, mission and values of the School of Nursing & Healthcare Leadership, campus and university.

• Master’s degree in public administration, business, or related field
• Working knowledge of University of Washington and University of Washington Tacoma policies and procedures.
• Experience with UW administrative systems including Workday;
  Adaptive;
  Interfolio;
  Keynes – SDB; BI Portal, SAGE, Grant tracker, and 25
  
  Live,or similar systems.
• Demonstrated experience in nursing higher education and/or related health professions education, including maintaining accreditation standards.
• Proficiency in Drupal website editing.

This recruitment requires a cover letter. Your application will not be considered unless you attach a cover letter.

Your letter should outline your interest in the position, highlight relevant experience or qualifications, and explain how you would…