Company Description About Chamberlain University Chamberlain University has a 130-year history and the mission to educate, empower, and embolden diverse healthcare professionals who advance the health of people, families, communities, and nations. Our regionally accredited University is comprised of the College of Nursing and the College of Health Professions. Our College of Nursing offers a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) degree program at 23 locations and online post-licensure degree programs and certificates including RN to BSN, RN to MSN, a Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) with six Specialty Tracks, and a Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP). Our College of Health Professions offers online options with a Master of Public Health degree, Master of Physician Assistant Studies, Public Health Certificate programs, and a Master of Social Work degree. Learn more about Chamberlain University, part of Adtalem Global Education, at is one very significant way Chamberlain is different than other Universities - Chamberlain Care®. Healthcare education is offered in a culture of service excellence and care in four ways: care for self, care for colleagues, care for patients/clients, care for all. By living Chamberlain Care®, we've built a culture in which colleagues and students thrive and we graduate extraordinary healthcare professionals who transform the health of people worldwide.
Chamberlain Care® is the guiding principle we provide to each other and to our students to help our students achieve their goals, reach their dreams and impact healthcare at a national level.
If you're ready to live Chamberlain Care®, we invite you to apply today!
Job Description Are you a visionary leader passionate about academic excellence and operational success? Chamberlain University is seeking an
Executive Dean of Academic Operations to lead our
BSN program on our Irwindale, CA, campus , with strategic direction, community engagement, and a culture of care.
As the chief campus administrator reporting to the Regional VP of Campus Operations, you'll drive academic and operational goals, foster a high-performing team, and serve as a key ambassador in the local community.
What You'll Lead: - Culture & Leadership: Champion a student-centric culture rooted in TEACH values and Chamberlain Care. Lead by example with optimism, integrity, and a growth mindset.
- Academic Excellence: Ensure collaborative accountability for student success, including NCLEX outcomes, service quality, and academic compliance.
- Campus Operations: Oversee all functional areas of the campus, supporting efficient structures and partnering with university teams to drive outcomes.
- Talent Management: Hire, develop, and retain top talent. Empower teams with the resources and support they need to thrive.
- Change Leadership: Inspire and unite faculty and staff around shared goals. Maintain a visible presence and continuously seek improvement.
- Financial Stewardship: Manage campus P&L, monitor expenses, and ensure financial goals are met or exceeded.
- Student Lifecycle: Support strategies for recruitment, retention, graduation, and employment outcomes.
- Community Engagement: Build strong relationships with local leaders, employers, advisory boards, and government agencies.
- Compliance & Accreditation: Ensure full compliance with accreditation, regulatory, and legal standards. Lead internal audits and institutional assessments.
- Policy & Standards: Maintain and implement campus policies. Drive alignment and standardization across academic and operational processes.
- National Collaboration: Liaise with national teams and other campuses to share best practices and execute university-wide initiatives.
- Campus Safety & Facilities: Ensure a safe, functional environment for students, staff, and visitors. Partner with co-location leaders to meet facility needs.
- Regulatory Compliance: Adhere to state authorization and licensing board regulations across multiple states.
- Campus Security Authority: Fulfill designated responsibilities as a Campus Security Authority.
- Additional Duties: Perform other duties as assigned and comply with all institutional policies and standards.
Qualifications - Education: Master's in nursing, education, or business from an accredited institution required; DNP/PhD in nursing preferred. Education and experience must meet state regulatory requirements.
- Licensure: Current, unencumbered RN license or multi-state licensure privilege to practice nursing in the Commonwealth/State required.
- Experience:
- Minimum 5 years as a practicing RN, including 2 years as faculty in a professional nursing education program or in higher education administration (preferred).
- At least 2 years in educational administration (required).
- Proven leadership with budget responsibility and operational oversight.
- Experience managing a P&L, overseeing multiple functions, and working in proprietary education, consulting, or healthcare (preferred).
- Strong engagement with community leaders and politicians (preferred).
- Skills & Competencies:
- Strategic agility, critical thinking, and deductive reasoning.
- Emotional intelligence and strong interpersonal skills.
- Results-focused with a collaborative mindset.
- Ability to lead teams, foster belonging, and drive performance.
- Comfortable working in a matrixed environment with broad functional knowledge (Admissions, Academics, Career Services, Finance, Financial Aid, Compliance).
- Global and growth mindset with cultural awareness.
- Stakeholder-focused problem solving and decision-making.
- Other Requirements:
- Availability after hours as needed.
- Compliance with state authorization agencies and licensing boards across multiple states.
- Designated Campus Security Authority.
- Commitment to institutional policies and standards.
Additional Information In support of the pay transparency laws enacted across the country, the expected salary range for this position is between $110,171.61 and $191,034.70. Actual pay will be adjusted based on job-related factors permitted by law, such as experience and training; geographic location; licensure and certifications; market factors; departmental budgets; and responsibility. Our Talent Acquisition Team will be happy to answer any questions you may have, and we look forward to learning more about your salary requirements. The position qualifies for the below benefits.
Adtalem offers a robust suite of benefits including:
- Health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance
- 401k Retirement Program + 6% employer match
- Participation in Adtalem's Flexible Time Off (FTO) Policy
- 12 Paid Holidays
For more information related to our benefits please visit: are also eligible to participate in an annual incentive program, subject to the rules governing the program, whereby an award, if any, depends on various factors, including, without limitation, individual and organizational performance.
Equal Opportunity - Minority / Female / Disability / V / Gender Identity / Sexual Orientation
