The University of Pittsburgh School of Nursing is seeking a qualified Graduate Academic Advisor. Recently ranked 5th (tie) by US News & World Report for our Nurse Anesthesia DNP program and 12th (tie) for our Bachelor of Science in Nursing program the School of Nursing continues to be one of the most reputable and well-known nursing education schools in the country for both undergraduate and graduate level programs. The School is searching for a Director to create and run its Clinical Management Office. This role has strategic oversight of placement site development, regulatory compliance, and licensure processes, requiring strong relationship-building skills with internal and external stakeholders. The Director leads complex projects, makes strategic decisions, and serves as the face of the program to ensure high-quality clinical experiences that meet educational and accreditation standards. The Director will be responsible for the supervision of several staff members.
Develops and implements the vision and strategic plan of a program in conjunction with managing administrative functions. Fosters effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders. Develops budgets, marketing, education, and outreach strategies. Identifies potential funding and creates policies.
1. Develop and execute the strategic plan for clinical placements, creating timelines and measures to track success
2. Supervise and manage Clinical Placement Coordinators, including hiring, performance reviews, and human resource administration.
3. Identify, develop, and maintain relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including community partners.
4. Identify, develop, and maintain a robust network of clinical placement sites through comprehensive research, strategic outreach,and relationship building with internal and external stakeholders while ensuring compliance with accreditation standards.
5. Oversee the School’s process for matching students to qualified placement sites, ensuring alignment with curricular and program needs.
6. Ensure timely and successful student placements to meet curriculum requirements and address site-related challenges.
7. Develop and implement marketing, education, and outreach strategies to expand the program's reach.
8. Lead high-stakes, complex projects involving multidisciplinary teams and national program expansion.
Must be able to stand or sit for prolonged periods of time
The University of Pittsburgh is an equal opportunity employer / disability / veteran.
Job Details
- Assignment Category: Full-time regular
- Job Classification: Staff.Director - Program Management
- Job Family: Administrative Support
- Job Sub-Family: Program & Project Management
- Campus: Pittsburgh
- Minimum Education Level Required: Bachelor's Degree
- Minimum Years of Experience Required: 7
- Substitution in lieu of education or experience: No
- Work Schedule: Monday-Friday 8:30 am - 5:00 pm
- Work Arrangement: Hybrid: Combination of On-Campus and Remote work as determined by the department.
- Hiring Range: $76,000 to $86,000 annual
- Relocation Offered: No
- Visa Sponsorship Provided: No
- Background Check: For position finalists, employment with the University will require successful completion of a background check
- Child Protection Clearances: The following PA Act 153 clearances and background checks are required prior to commencement of employment and as a condition of continued employment: PA State Police Criminal Record Check, FBI Criminal Record Check, PA Child Abuse History Clearance.
- Required Documents: Resume, Cover Letter
- Optional Documents: Not Applicable