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Program Director
Affinity Search
Location : Diablo, CA, 94528
Job Type : Full Time / Part Time
Salary : $130,000 - $145,000 per year
Date Posted : 2 December 2025
Program Director- Vocational Nursing Program
Salary:$130,000 - $145,000 per year
Location:Concord, CA
Posted:November 17 2025
Minimum Degree:
Relocation Assistance:Available
Location:Concord, CA
Overview:
We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Program Director to lead our Vocational Nursing Program. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in nursing education, exceptional leadership skills, and a commitment to student success. This role requires an innovative leader who can manage the program's strategic direction while ensuring compliance with state regulations and educational standards.
Key Responsibilities:
- Oversee the daily operations of the Vocational Nursing Program, ensuring academic excellence and integrity.
- Develop and implement curriculum that meets state requirements and prepares students for licensure.
- Recruit, mentor, and evaluate faculty and staff to maintain a high standard of teaching.
- Monitor program outcomes and implement improvements for student retention and graduation rates.
- Ensure compliance with accrediting bodies and state nursing board regulations.
- Foster a supportive and inclusive environment for students and faculty.
- Collaborate with other departments and external partners to enhance program resources and opportunities.
Qualifications:
- Have a minimum of three years’ experience as a registered nurse; one year shall be in teaching or clinical supervision, or a combination thereof, in a state approved registered nursing or vocational or practical nursing, or have a minimum of three years’ experience in nursing administration or nursing education within the last five years
- Master’s degree in Nursing or a related field; Doctorate preferred.
- Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of California.
- Strong understanding of vocational nursing education and state regulations.
- Proven track record of program development and accreditation processes.
- Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
Benefits:
- Comprehensive healthcare package.
- Retirement savings plan with employer match.
- Professional development opportunities.
- Tuition assistance for continued education.
- Generous paid time off and holidays.
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A Program Director typically oversees strategic planning, compliance, and curriculum development in vocational nursing, while a Program Manager might focus more on daily operations and project execution. In nursing education, directors ensure academic standards and state regulations are met, highlighting leadership and regulatory expertise.
Possessing a master’s or doctorate in nursing enhances a Program Director’s ability to develop curriculum and lead faculty effectively. Alongside an active RN license, advanced degrees provide the theoretical and practical foundation necessary to navigate accreditation standards and promote student success.
Daily tasks often include faculty mentoring, curriculum oversight, compliance monitoring, and collaboration with various departments. The Program Director ensures academic quality while fostering an inclusive environment, balancing administrative leadership with educational innovation.
Career advancement can lead to higher administrative roles within educational institutions, healthcare system leadership, or specialized program development roles. Experience in accreditation processes and nursing education management opens doors to executive positions in both academic and clinical settings.
The Diablo-Concord area shows a steady need for skilled nursing education leaders due to growth in healthcare training programs. Local institutions value candidates with a strong RN background and compliance expertise, making the market moderately competitive but promising for qualified professionals.
Holding a California RN license is essential, but additional certifications like nurse educator credentials or leadership training recognized by California nursing boards can distinguish candidates. Familiarity with state-specific nursing education regulations also enhances employability in this region.
Affinity Search emphasizes candidates with a blend of clinical experience and educational leadership, valuing innovation and compliance expertise. Their recruitment process seeks leaders committed to student success and program excellence, reflecting a tailored focus on vocational nursing program growth.
Affinity Search offers comprehensive healthcare benefits, retirement matching, and tuition assistance, fostering ongoing education. Their support for paid time off and professional development ensures that Program Directors can grow their careers while maintaining a healthy work-life equilibrium.
The salary for a Program Director in this role ranges from $130,000 to $145,000 annually. This reflects the specialized nature of nursing program leadership in the Concord area, competitive within healthcare education roles requiring advanced nursing and administrative expertise.
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