Academic Chair, Hospitality and Tourism Management Programs

2 weeks ago

Calgary AB, Canada SAIT Full time

SAIT's School of Hospitality and Tourism is consistently recognized as one of the best hospitality schools in the world. We are proud to be the only institution in Canada to hold a Top 50 hospitality school ranking with both CEOWORLD Magazine and QS University Rankings.
Our prestigious reputation has been built on our progressive curriculum, strong relationships with industry and our unparalleled approach to applied education.
The School of Hospitality and Tourism (H&T) is hiring an Academic Chair, Hospitality and Tourism Management Programs . This position reports to the Associate Dean and champions our hospitality and tourism management portfolio, including a diploma and bachelor degree. This portfolio offers year-round student intakes in several areas of industry focus (i.e. hotels; restaurants; events; beverage; travel and tourism; There are three Academic Chairs who co-lead this portfolio to ensure success across this diverse spectrum. The School of Hospitality and Tourism is actively exploring satellite campuses and international partnerships which may require travel for the successful candidate.
Our school is proud to be ranked as both the #1 hospitality management school and #1 culinary school in Canada, and #14 in the world. Our faculty and students operate The Highwood Kitchen + Bar, Tastemarket Canadian Kitchen; Culinary Campus International Market, 4Nines Diner and Destinations Travel Centre. We also create and execute several events and work hand-in-hand with industry to provide our students with highly relevant experience such as practicums, internships and class project work.
Working collaboratively with the school leadership team, faculty, staff, SAIT community and industry, you will help us on our journey to become recognized as one of the world’s preeminent schools in hospitality, tourism and culinary arts education. You will help share, celebrate and amplify our never-ending and passion-filled journey to excellence. You will help cultivate an environment of inclusion that creates a sense of belonging for all faculty, staff and students.
Planning, Strategy and Operational Management(20%)
Collaborate with the leadership team and other stakeholders as appropriate to help create and drive program strategy.
Support the various operational requirements related to program management (i.e. scheduling; enrollment management; data analysis; managing KPI’s; executing SAIT policy; Champion a culture of quality and continuous improvement.
Seek out data, best practice and collaboration to inspire our strategic direction and advance our practice of learning.
In collaboration with the Academic Advising team, engage and mentor students throughout their journey.
Build an inclusive learning community where diversity is encouraged and harnessed to enhance educational experience
Nurture relationships to support school strategic priorities and vision.
Support professional development that helps maintain industry relevancy, while advancing excellence in teaching practice.
Nurture a culture of inclusion, community, respect, professionalism and excellence.
Bachelor’s degree in a related field (hospitality/tourism management or business management)
~10+ years of relevant experience in hospitality and tourism
~ Combination of relevant work experience and education may be considered

Preference will be given to candidates with a Master’s degree in related field
Prior experience working at SAIT is an asset
Creative and strategic thinker with sound judgement
These are integral to nurturing the culture we aspire to in the school
Able to effectively manage competing priorities and work well under tight deadlines
Detail-oriented with strong organizational and project management skills
Proficient in MS Office (experience in SAIT systems – Banner/Tableau - an asset)
Job Classification : ACADEMIC CHAIR - M1110
View a summary of our benefits and perks for salaried employees as one of Alberta's Top Employers, including health & dental care, pension plan, vacation & special leave and flexible work options at our beautiful inner-city campus.
Building on our 100+ year history, we’re looking for innovative, bold and collaborative employees who embrace change and deliver world-class customer experiences. Equity, diversity and inclusion (EDI) is essential to achieving SAIT’s vision to be a global leader in applied education. We encourage applications from women, Indigenous people, racialized people, people with disabilities, people from gender and sexually diverse communities, and/or people with intersectional identities. SAIT is committed to supporting persons with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. We will work with applicants to provide accommodations upon request to the Talent Advisor.
Career opportunities at SAIT will always be posted on the SAIT career site and we encourage applicants to only apply directly through there.

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