Associate Dean, School of Trades Niagara College yesterday Welland, Ontario

3 weeks ago

Welland ON, Canada Academica Group Full time

Located in the heart of the Niagara region – just minutes from one of the world’s most well-known tourism destinations – Niagara College offers more than 130 innovative programs between our campuses in Welland and Niagara-on-the-Lake. Since opening its doors in 1967, Niagara College has grown to become a leader in education and training and one of the most enterprising colleges in Canada.

Applications are invited for the position of Associate Dean, School of Trades in the School of Media, Trades and Technology Division, located at the Welland Campus. The salary range is $115,032 to $153,374 for a 35-hour work week. Additional hours may be required as necessary. 

Reporting to the Dean of Media, Trades and Technology, the successful candidate works collaboratively with a high performance academic, administrative, and support divisional team to lead in the development, delivery and ongoing review of the full-time and part-time post-secondary and non post-secondary programs and services in the department. The Associate Dean will ensure that the programs are effectively and efficiently delivered, meet Ministry, CQAAP, CVS or PEQAB standards, and are relevant to the needs of college students. The School of Trades offers a range of apprenticeship, techniques and technician programs including Automotive Service Technician Apprenticeship, Carpentry and Renovation Techniques and Technician (Co-op), Electrician-Construction and Maintenance Apprenticeship, Electrical Techniques, General Carpenter Apprenticeship, General Machinist Apprenticeship, Hairstyling, Hairstyling-Barbering, Hairstyling Apprenticeship, Industrial Electrician Apprenticeship, Industrial Millwright Mechanic Apprenticeship, Mechanical Techniques (General Machinist), Metal Fabricator (Fitter) Apprenticeship, Motive Power Technician – Automotive (Co-op), Motive Power Techniques – Automotive, Welder Apprenticeship, Welding Techniques, and Welding Technician. The programs are all offered in classroom and specialized lab facilities.

The Associate Dean is responsible for planning and implementing the academic delivery of School of Trades courses and programs, in line with college budget and enrolment forecasts, while providing leadership in the development and renewal of curriculum, effective hiring and development of faculty, and management of workload assignments. The incumbent will supervise faculty and staff as they manage the delivery of courses and programs in the portfolio. This role requires a high degree of collaboration with the Dean, Associate Deans, faculty, and college stakeholders to ensure that courses and programs are delivered effectively and efficiently with a focus on quality and student success. Resolving academic integrity cases, dealing with student issues, attending community and college recruitment events, and participating on college-wide committees are also responsibilities of the Associate Dean.

Required Qualifications, Skills and Experience: 

  • Master’s degree in a relevant field of study
  • Minimum 9 years combined experience which includes academic leadership, management and industry experience as well a minimum of 5 years of successful teaching at a post-secondary/adult level
  • Experience with supervision of staff within a unionized environment
  • Academic planning, Enrollment management and budget experience
  • Experience working with diverse student populations
  • Demonstrated experience in developing student-centered programs and supports
  • Advanced leadership, team building, collaboration, and networking skills
  • Superior skills in communication, organization, problem solving/conflict resolution, and prioritizing within a multi-faceted role

Preferred candidates may also possess: 

  • Proven ability in moving ideas from conceptual to operational
  • Experience with program or curriculum design and development in a post-secondary/adult environment
  • A related Certificate of Qualification

This position requires primarily on-campus work.

A Job Fact Sheet is available for review from Human Resources during the posting period. Please contact humres@niagaracollege.ca to request a copy.

If selected for an interview, candidates must present proof of education (original transcripts/credentials). 

Note: Credentials obtained outside of Canada require an evaluation to determine the Canadian educational equivalence. This evaluation must support the educational requirements for the position as a condition of employment. For further information, visit: World Education Services .

While we thank all applicants, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Niagara College is strongly committed to diversity and inclusion within its community. We offer an inclusive work environment and welcome applications from all qualified individuals who feel they can further enhance campus diversity and equity efforts.

If requested, accommodations will be made to support applicants with disabilities during the recruitment and selection process.

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