Dean of Programs and Curriculum

3 months ago

Island View, Canada University of Fredericton Full time

The Dean of Programs and Curriculum is a pivotal academic leadership role dedicated to the strategic development, implementation, and continuous improvement of the institution's educational programs and curricular offerings. This role is vital to ensuring that academic offerings are cohesive, comprehensive, and aligned with institutional goals. This position demands a visionary leader with a profound understanding of academic excellence, curriculum development, and pedagogical innovation.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

  1. Minimum 5 years experience in an administrative leadership position/role in a higher education setting.
  2. PhD or other terminal degree with a track record in research or teaching at the post-secondary level.
  3. Experience with program development and instructional design.
  4. Outstanding skills in writing, oral communication, and developing interpersonal relationships.
  5. Experience in imagining, developing, implementing, and overseeing academic programs' curricular processes and collaboratively leading and supporting faculty.
  6. Ability to effectively engage with a wide range of people. These skills must enable the person to maintain professionalism and sound judgment during difficult conversations, under stress, and in managing challenging situations.

Preferred Qualifications:

  1. Experience with online and hybrid learning modalities.
  2. Proven track record of fostering innovation in curriculum and program development.
  3. Familiarity with data-driven decision-making and educational technology.
Responsibilities

Academic Leadership and Coordination:

  1. Lead the design, evaluation, and enhancement of academic programs to ensure rigorous standards and alignment with institutional goals.
  2. Foster collaboration and synergies between different programs to enhance the overall academic experience.
  3. Oversee the review and assessment of curricula to ensure they meet high standards of quality and relevance.
  4. Collaborate with faculty to integrate industry trends and best practices into the curriculum.
  5. Participate in strategic planning processes and contribute to the development of academic policies and procedures.
  6. Ensure that academic initiatives are aligned with UFred's mission, vision, and strategic goals.

Faculty Support and Development:

  1. Provide leadership and support to faculty in curriculum development and instructional innovation.
  2. Offer professional development opportunities related to teaching, assessment, and academic leadership.
  3. Promote an inclusive and collaborative academic environment.

Other Responsibilities:

  1. Monitor trends in higher education and recommend strategies to enhance UFred's academic offerings.
  2. Build and maintain relationships with industry partners, accrediting bodies, and other external stakeholders.
  3. Represent UFred at academic conferences, meetings, and other relevant events.
  4. Promote UFred's academic programs to prospective students and partners.
Additional Information

Compensation Package: In addition to your base compensation, joining the UFred team means you will be part of a rapidly expanding organization. UFred values its employees and ensures they are able to enjoy Wellness and Balance.

Wellness and Balance: UFred employees actively utilize subsidized Health and Vision Care, as well as an RRSP Match program. They spend paid time off with those who are important to them between Christmas and New Years, as well as on their birthdays. The possibility for flexible work arrangements, an Active Living Benefit, and Wellness Days are additional benefits enjoyed by our staff.

Hours of Work: This is a fulltime permanent position (35 hours) under regular business hours. The position is located in Fredericton, NB with the possibility to work remotely from anywhere in New Brunswick, and attend in-office meetings, as required. The ideal candidate should reside in New Brunswick or be willing to relocate.

Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion: The University of Fredericton is passionately committed to ensuring a positive and professional working environment in which all people are treated with dignity and respect. We value diversity, equity, and inclusion and aim to provide a fair and consistent method for filling job openings in support of equality of opportunity and cultural diversity within the company. We encourage applications from all qualified applicants, including women, persons with disabilities, Black, Indigenous, and People of Colour (BIPOC), people from the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Transsexual, Queer, Questioning, Two-Spirit, Intersex, Asexual + (LGBTQ2SIA+) community, and other equity-seeking groups.

We appreciate all applications received

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