Nursing A.D. Faculty Position

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Working Title:

Nursing A.D. Faculty Position

Institution:

Rochester Community and Technical College

Classification Title:

Community College Faculty

Bargaining Unit / Union:

210: Minnesota State College Faculty

City:

Rochester

FLSA:

Job Exempt

Full Time / Part Time:

Full time

Employment Condition:

Unclassified - Unlimited Academic

Salary Range:

Job Description

Rochester Community and technical College is accepting applications for an Unlimited, Full-time, Nursing Faculty. This position becomes unlimited upon completion of the required probationary period.

Faculty responsibilities include developing and delivering course content; preparing instructional materials and laboratory activities; assessing and evaluating student learning and performance; maintaining appropriate course records; and continually evaluating courses to support student learning and program outcomes. The instructor will provide guidance and support to students both inside and outside the classroom to promote academic progress, skill development, retention, and successful completion of the program.

Consistent with the MSCF collective bargaining agreement, faculty work also includes professional responsibilities beyond classroom instruction, including student advising, course preparation and evaluation, professional development, committee participation, classroom research, community service, and service to the college.

The successful candidate will collaborate with faculty, staff, administration, and industry partners; remain current with evolving building systems, technologies, codes, and industry practices; maintain a safe and effective learning environment; and contribute to the continued development and success of the Facilities and Services Technology program.

Anticipated start date: January 11th, 2027.

Review of Applications will begin on Monday October 26th, 2026.

Salary Range:

Salary is dependent on education and experience, in accordance with the Minnesota State College Faculty [MSCF] bargaining agreement (available on the Minnesota State website or by clicking here ). The range for this position is $43,067 - $98,660. Official transcripts and job verification required upon hire. The position also includes excellent fringe benefits.

Minimum Qualifications

Education Requirement

Graduate degree with a major in nursing, or

• •Bachelor's degree in nursing and a graduate degree in support of the field of nursing and/or education.
• •A nursing program director must hold a graduate degree in nursing, nursing administration, nursing education, public health nursing or a nursing clinical specialty.

Occupational Experience Requirement

• •Two full-time years (or equivalent) of verified related paid work experience as a registered nurse at the professional level.
• •As a registered nurse at the professional level, experientially qualified to accomplish the mission, goals, and expected student and faculty outcomes; including experiential preparation in the areas the faculty will teach.

Recency Requirement

One year of this work experience shall be within the five years immediately preceding the date of application for the credential field. The recency requirement shall be waived if the individual has two years of successful full-time (or equivalent) postsecondary teaching experience in the credential field within the last five years.

Professional Requirement

• •Current unencumbered licensure as a registered nurse (RN) with current registration in Minnesota.
• •Other Requirement: Compliance with clinical affiliate policies for attending on-site clinical teaching assignments.

Preferred Qualification

• •Experience in or demonstrated commitment to fostering a diverse and equity-focused working and learning environment.
• •Teaching experience at the community /technical college level or demonstrated commitment to the mission, vision, and values of community and technical colleges.
• •Evidence of active and experiential learning strategies.
• •Experience in assessment of student learning that includes a variety of summative and formative strategies.
• •Evidence of active and continuous professional development.
• •Exceptional team player who is willing to devote time to students and the department.
• •Recent experience in Acute Adult Care nursing.

Work Shift (Hours / Days of work)

Exempt - typical work week Monday-Friday, 8am-4:30pm

Telework (Yes/No)

At RCTC, occasional and situational telework is welcomed for some roles. Our aim is to ensure that the needs of our students, employees, and the College are consistently met. This position is based at RCTC in Rochester, Minnesota, where relationships and the needs of our employees matter.

Application Procedures

Applications will ONLY be accepted through the online application process. No paper applications will be considered. Please attach a resume and a cover letter.

Interviews

The college will schedule interviews after initial screening of applications. Initial screening will begin on 10/26/2025.

About RCTC

Established in 1915, RCTC is the largest higher education provider in the fastest-growing city in Minnesota, serving more than 7,500 students a year in credit courses and nearly 4,000 in non-credit continuing and workforce education programs. RCTC combines the best in liberal arts, technical, and life- long learning with more than 70 credit-based programs and over 100 credential options. RCTC’s expansive 518-acre campus includes university partnerships, a diverse student body, and a vibrant student life program. RCTC provides a unique learning environment that offers the feel of a four-year university campus with the commitment to access and opportunity of a two-year college.

RCTC is a member of Minnesota State—a higher education system that includes 24 two-year community and technical colleges and seven state universities serving more than 430,000 students. It is the fifth- largest higher education system of its kind in the United States.

NON-DISCRIMINATION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY

Rochester Community and Technical College acts affirmatively in aggressively soliciting applications and hiring members of protected groups, including women, minorities, and disabled persons. We apply equal opportunity in our hiring process and provide reasonable accommodation upon request. Persons in protected classes are encouraged to apply. Please assist us in this affirmative action endeavor by encouraging all qualified candidates to apply for vacancies at our institution.

It is Rochester Community and Technical College policy to ensure that the selection process for this position is accessible to all candidates. Please contact the Human Resources Office (507) 285-7183 or 285-7125, to obtain these materials in an alternate media and/or to request reasonable accommodation during the selection process.

NOTICE: In accordance with the Minnesota State Colleges & Universities (MnSCU) Vehicle Fleet Safety Program, employees driving on college/university business, whether using a personal, rental or state vehicle, shall be required to conform to MnSCU’s vehicle use criteria and consent to a Motor Vehicle Records check.

Other Information

Employment information for this position can be found in its collective bargaining agreement or its plan document at http://mn.gov/mmb/employee-relations/labor-relations/Labor/ .

The safety of all members of the Rochester Community and Technical College campus community is of vital concern. Resources including the current Annual Security Report are available at our Campus Safety webpage .

Benefits Information:

At Minnesota State, we have a GREAT BENEFITS PACKAGE! Our generous benefits include 11 paid Holidays, Vacation Time, Sick Time, six weeks of Paid Parental Leave, low cost medical and dental insurance with low deductibles ($250 - $1500), a Pension Plan, 457(b) and 403(b) retirement plans and other re