Assistant Program Director
Company: twenty80.io
Location: San Jose
Posted on: February 15, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description Role Summary Our client, a
postsecondary nursing education provider, is seeking an Assistant
Program Director to support the leadership, administration, and
delivery of its nursing program. This role partners closely with
senior academic leadership to ensure program quality, regulatory
compliance, faculty effectiveness, and student success. The
position blends academic administration with instructional
responsibilities and plays a key role in clinical partnerships,
accreditation readiness, and curriculum execution. Key
Responsibilities Program Administration & Compliance Support the
supervision, planning, coordination, implementation, and evaluation
of nursing program activities. Assist senior academic leadership
with program operations and special initiatives. Prepare required
reports, proposals, self-studies, surveys, and documentation for
state and Nursing Board requirements. Ensure compliance with
applicable state Board of Nursing regulations, including timely
reporting of faculty changes as required. Develop, implement, and
maintain program policies and procedures. Maintain current
knowledge of state rules and regulations related to nursing
practice and education. Faculty & Instructional Leadership
Participate in nursing faculty recruitment, hiring, orientation,
and scheduling. Assign faculty to courses and clinical sites;
facilitate regular faculty meetings and maintain accurate records
and minutes. Monitor instructional quality and participate in
faculty and program review, evaluation, and strategic planning.
Teach nursing courses and/or supervise clinical instruction
(approximately 50% of role). Clinical Partnerships & Oversight
Develop, initiate, and maintain educational partnerships and
contracts with clinical sites. Conduct or delegate clinical site
evaluations to assess capacity, safety, staffing, and alignment
with course objectives. Coordinate clinical rotations, ensuring
appropriate faculty coverage, schedules, and objectives. Ensure
clinical contracts are current and properly maintained. Collect
evaluations from students, faculty, and clinical partners at the
conclusion of rotations and provide summary reports to senior
leadership and advisory committees. Student Services & Academic
Support Oversee admissions processes and student orientation.
Provide advising, academic planning, and support to prospective and
current students. Ensure students are properly oriented to skills
labs and clinical facilities prior to rotations. Monitor student
progress and confirm completion of all documentation and
requirements for graduation and licensure eligibility. Participate
in planning and execution of Nursing Advisory Committee meetings.
Collaboration & Professional Engagement Serve as liaison between
the college, clinical partners, and the community. Assist in
identifying and securing external resources to support the nursing
program. Engage in ongoing professional development and maintain
required continuing education hours. Required Qualifications
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) with active Registered Nurse
(RN) license in the state of employment (or higher degree). Minimum
of three (3) years of direct nursing experience as a Registered
Nurse. Demonstrated ability to support academic administration and
program compliance. Strong organizational, communication, and
collaboration skills. Ability to work effectively with diverse
stakeholders in academic and clinical environments. Preferred
Qualifications Three (3) years of nursing leadership experience.
Three (3) years of experience as a Nursing Instructor (vocational
nursing or RN programs). At least one (1) year of clinical
instruction experience (highly preferred). Master of Science in
Nursing (MSN). Experience in supervision, planning, and program
coordination within nursing education. Education & Regulatory
Requirements (Summary) Active RN license in the state of
employment. Baccalaureate degree from an approved nursing program.
Within the past five (5) years, one of the following: At least
three (3) years of RN experience including teaching or clinical
supervision in an approved nursing program; or At least three (3)
years of experience in nursing administration or nursing education.
Coursework in administration, teaching, and curriculum development
completed through an approved institution. About the Organization
Our client is an education-focused organization committed to
delivering high-quality nursing education aligned with regulatory
standards and workforce needs. The institution emphasizes academic
rigor, strong clinical partnerships, and student-centered
outcomes.
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