Regional Dean Mentor, WFS - Travel Required

Workforce Solutions • Tempe, AZ

20h

About The Position

The Regional Dean Mentor provides strategic leadership, mentorship, and operational oversight to new and current Campus Deans/Assistant Deans across multiple nursing programs within an assigned region. This role partners closely with the National Dean of WFS and other National Nursing Leadership to ensure program quality, regulatory compliance, faculty effectiveness, and student success across campuses. The Regional Dean Mentor supports leadership development, continuity, and consistency while leading regional initiatives and special projects aligned with institutional goals.

Requirements

• Minimum three (3) years of experience as a Program Director, Campus Dean, or higher-level nursing academic leader
• Current, active Registered Nurse license; will require obtaining additional licenses as needed
• Master’s degree in nursing from an approved institution (Doctoral degree preferred)
• Demonstrated experience in multi-campus oversight, leadership development, and regulatory compliance
• Strong analytical, communication, and coaching skills
• Ability to travel regionally as needed

Nice To Haves

• Doctoral degree preferred

Responsibilities

• Serves as a mentor and leadership coach to Campus Deans, Assistant Deans, Program Directors, and emerging academic leaders across the region
• Provides structured onboarding, development, and performance support for new and existing academic leaders
• Acts as interim Dean or Program Director for campuses within the region during leadership vacancies or transitions
• Supports succession planning and leadership readiness across regional programs
• Provides regional oversight of nursing programs to ensure consistent implementation of curriculum, policies, and academic standards
• Monitors program performance indicators including retention, graduation, NCLEX pass rates, and student outcomes
• Identifies risks and leads early intervention strategies for programs demonstrating performance concerns
• Supports continuous quality improvement and regional strategic planning efforts
• Ensures regional compliance with state Boards of Nursing, accrediting bodies, and institutional policies
• Reviews and supports preparation of required regulatory documentation, including reports, proposals, self-studies, surveys, and site visits
• Serves as a regional resource for interpretation of state and accreditation standards
• Maintains current knowledge of applicable state rules and regulations governing nursing education and practice
• Assists campus leadership in addressing clinical capacity, risk mitigation, and experiential learning quality
• Provides evidence-based recommendations related to program improvement, faculty utilization, and student success strategies
• Supports campuses in leveraging data for decision-making and compliance documentation
• Participates in and may lead regional or institutional committees, task forces, and special initiatives
• Collaborates with National Deans, Academic Affairs, and other institutional stakeholders to advance organizational goals
• Other duties, as assigned by the National Dean of WFS

Benefits

• Medical, Dental and Vision starting the 1st of the month following 30 days of employment
• 2 Weeks’ starting Vacation per year. Increasing based on years of service with company
• 12 paid Holidays and 2 Floating Holiday
• 401K with company match
• Company Paid Life Insurance at 1x’s your annual salary
• Leadership development and training for career advancement
• Tuition assistance and Forgiveness for you and your family up to 100% depending on program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager