Job Description

Working Title

Assistant Director, West River Health Science Center

Posting Number

NFE02906P

Department

BHSU-Academic Affairs

Physical Location of Position (City)

Rapid City

Posting Text

Black Hills State University is seeking applicants to fill the position of Assistant Director of the West River Health Science Center (WRHSC). Located at BHSU-RC, this Center is a one-stop service hub for students who wish to pursue a bachelor's degree in nursing or other health science disciplines.


Reporting to the Vice President for Continuing Education & Workforce Development, the Assistant Director of the West River Health Science Center will play a critical role in leading significant growth in health sciences, and specifically, nursing education for western South Dakota. The position will develop a one-stop, seamless process for students who seek a Rapid City-based baccalaureate nursing degree. This individual will oversee all marketing, recruitment, and pre-nursing curriculum offerings, will coordinate the BHSU Applied Health Science degree, collaborate with SDSU BSN programs, and serve as liaison to Western Dakota Tech's LPN and AAS-RN programs. This position will forge collaborative partnerships with Monument Health and other healthcare providers to meet the marketing and recruitment needs of the Center.

Successful applicant will have:

Demonstrated knowledge of current best practices in marketing, communications, recruitment, and a familiarity of nursing and health care are desirable. Strong leadership, management, and organizational skills, with a leadership style that relies on motivation, creative problem solving, and collaboration. Excellent communication, interpersonal, and analytical skills. A commitment to, and experience in working with diverse audiences. Appropriate computer, word processing, database management skills.

DUTIES

Develop pre-nursing program enrollment goals and create and implement integrated strategies and systems using a data-driven approach for enrollment growth of the pre-nursing pipeline, primarily for the Applied Health Sciences associate degree program. Regularly collaborate with the BHSU Admissions Office to ensure program admission procedures and policies are adhered to, and to enhance effectiveness and efficiencies in enrollment processes. Analyze inquiry, applicants, and enrolled student data for the development, implementation, and evaluation of the pre-nursing program admissions. Manage scheduling of all pre-nursing courses at the Black Hills State University Rapid City campus, ensuring that the necessary course rotation requirements are met.

Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree required. 1 to 3 years of experience in marketing, higher education, communications, student affairs, health care, or related field.

Preferred Qualifications:

Master's or terminal degree preferred.

COMMENTS

Sponsorship is not available for this position.

BENEFITS

Black Hills State University offers a wide range of benefits including medical, dental, and flexible benefits, retirement plans, compensation packages, paid holidays, and vacation leave. Employees also have access to internal and state-sponsored training as well as reduced tuition for state-supported courses at all State of South Dakota academic institutions.

TO

APPLY

Applications must be made at

http://yourfuture.sdbor.edu

. Please attach a cover letter, resume and the names and contact information of at least three professional references. This position is open until filled with a first review date of November 30, 2025 at 11PM MDT. For application assistance, please contact Human Resources at 605.642.6549. Questions specific to the position may be directed to the search chair, Ashley Armstrong, at Ashley.Armstrong@BHSU.edu.

Arrangements for accommodations required by disabilities can be made by contacting Cassie Maser at 605-642-6545 or

Cassie.Maser@bhsu.edu

. Employment is dependent upon a satisfactory background check.

Posting Date

11/14/2025

Closing Date

Open Until Filled

Yes

First Consideration Date

11/30/2025

Advertised Salary

$68,000-$74,000 depending on experience and qualifications

Duration of the Term

12 months

If Other, describe duration

Appointment Percent

100

Work Hours

8am-5pm Monday-Friday

Typical Hours Worked Per Week

Appointment Type

Regular

Faculty Status

No

Scope of Search

External (includes Internal)

If internal, define scope of search

This position requires

Travel

If other, please indicate

Department Description and Cultural Expectations

Black Hills State University is a masters-level state university with more than 3,600 students. The campus leads the region in sustainability efforts and maintains top academic programs in business (AACSB Accredited), exercise science, natural sciences, social sciences, the arts, mass communication, health sciences and education. The University, founded in 1883, is located in the northern Black Hills, a region abundant with outdoor activity and culture. Spearfish, S.D., is recognized as one of the top 10 most livable small towns in the USA and has also been recognized nationally for outdoor recreational opportunities. A second location, BHSU-RC, is in Rapid City, the state's second-largest city. BHSU, a member of NCAA Division II athletics, offers 14 sports, and has a legacy of champion rodeo teams.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Black Hills State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Black Hills State University and the Board of Regents ensure that all employment practices are free of discrimination.