Director Of Nursing
El Camino College
Director Of Nursing
Req: A2526-011
Division: Health Sciences & Athletics
Close Date: MONDAY, JANUARY 5, 2026 at 3:00 p.m.
Complete job description and application available online at: https://elcamino.igreentree.com/css_academic
Under direction of the Dean of Healthcare Sciences, exercise direct leadership of the Nursing Program. Provide functional supervision over assigned positions. Implement the program's vision and develop, organize and implement goals and objectives; direct, improve and evaluate the Nursing Program's services and activities; and provide oversight, development, and coordination of all assigned elements of the Associate Degree Nursing Program; develops and administers Extended Nursing Programs and Partnership Programs; coordinates and facilitates movement of nursing students through a curriculum that meets the standards of the Board of Registered Nursing (BRN), and the Education Code of the State of California and provisions of the Nursing Practice Act; and maintains BRN and national accreditation from the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN).
FUNCTIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES: Job Level
1. Provide a curriculum that meets the requirements mandated by the BRN; prepare reports needed for continued approval by the BRN. Report changes in faculty positions. In collaboration with the Dean of Healthcare Sciences, serve as a resource for curriculum development and program evaluation.
2. Assist with the recruitment of students. Coordinate and supervise the admission of students into the program. Responsible for advanced placement of nursing students into appropriate classes. Supervise the submission of applications for students taking the state licensing exam (NCLEX-RN). Prepare evaluation summaries for graduating students as requested by employers. Maintain secure files for faculty, students, curriculum, and continuing education courses.
3. Prepare organized processes for new students in orientation to the program; in preparation for graduation; in preparation for application to the NCLEX examination, nursing licensure steps, and transfer programs for current or dual enrollment for BSN programs.
4. Facilitate communication between the nursing program, the division office, and other areas on campus. Interpret and implement the administrative policies, rules, regulations, and recommendations of the college. Attend college management meetings as directed.
ORGANIZATION MANAGEMENT
1. Maintain up-to-date knowledge of the regulations, policies, requirements, and eligibility criteria for assigned programs and ensure compliance with the College's policies, procedures, and practices.
2. Strengthen processes, programs, and services through the effective and efficient use of assessment, program review, planning, and resource allocation. Implement priorities in conjunction with the College's comprehensive planning and budgeting guidelines. Implement an organizational structure that maximizes utilization of resources and ensures effective and efficient delivery of services.
3. Train, supervise, motivate, and evaluate the performance of assigned managerial, professional, operational, technical, and support personnel; recommend transfers, reassignment, termination, and disciplinary actions as needed; delegate and review assignments; evaluate work products and results, implement appropriate procedures to accommodate need for information and assistance; establish and monitor timelines and prioritize work. Monitor employee performance on a regular basis and provide coaching for performance improvement and/or development as needed. Anticipate, prevent, and resolve conflicts under areas of supervision.
4. Implement plans for efficient and appropriate use and security of assigned facilities; ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Education: Master's degree from an accredited college or university that includes coursework in nursing, nursing education, or administration.
Experience: One (1) year of prior full-time experience in an administrative position working in a nursing department with direct responsibility for administrative decision-making for an educational program including budgeting, employing, delegating assignments, planning, evaluating, and allocating resources. Two (2) years of teaching experience in a pre- or post-licensure nursing program. One (1) year of experience as a registered nurse providing direct patient care.
LICENSES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS
Current registered nurse licensure in California or eligibility for reciprocity.
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Desirable Education: Master's or Doctorate degree from an accredited college or university in nursing and that includes coursework in nursing education or administration.
Equivalency defined: An academic year of 2 semesters or 3 quarter system semesters is the equivalent to one year of administrative experience. Pre- or post-licensure nursing programs include diploma, associate, baccalaureate or master's degree registered nursing programs.
Knowledge/Areas of Expertise: Job Level
Knowledge of Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN) and Board of Registered Nursing (BRN) standards.
Experience in a community college setting.
Plan, organize and administer the processes and operations of the College's Nursing Program, Extended Nursing, and Partnership Programs.
Interpret, apply, and explain rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.
Abilities/Skills: Job Level
Effectively and accurately read, interpret, and follow Collective Bargaining Agreements.
Proficient in grant submissions and attainment.
Evidence in implementing diversity, inclusivity, and equity in the workplace.
Assess and evaluate programs and personnel.
CLOSING DATE: MONDAY, JANUARY 5, 2026 at 3:00 p.m.
SALARY Starting salary is $138,600 (Annually). Generally, new employees start at the first step on the salary schedule. Advanced salary placement may be considered on a case-by-case basis. Salary increases are granted on the first day of the month following each year of service, until Step F is reached ($160,668 annually).
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
Full-time, 12-month, educational administrator position. Educational Administrators are employed on an initial one-year contract stating terms and conditions of employment. Contracts are subject to renewal and board approval to confirm continued employment.
Administrators may work all or a portion of the work days that fall between December 25 and January 1. Administrators may also use their accrued vacation days to cover all or a portion of the work days that fall between December 25 and January 1.
TO APPLY
An applicant must submit the following by the closing date:
1. Online application: http://www.elcamino.edu/jobs
2. Cover letter describing how applicant meets the qualifications.
3. Resume including educational background, professional experience, and related personal development and accomplishments.
4. Pertinent transcripts as stated in the required qualifications. (Unofficial computer-generated academic records/transcripts must include the name of the institution and degrees awarded to be acceptable.) Multiple page transcripts must be loaded as ONE PDF document.
5. Valid California Registered Nurse License or eligibility for California Licensure as a registered nurse.
