Dean, Continuing Education and Corporate Training

2 months ago


Red Deer, Canada Red Deer Polytechnic Full time

Position Information

**Position Title**
- Dean, Continuing Education and Corporate Training**Position Summary**
- The role of the Dean is to contribute to the strategic leadership of Red Deer Polytechnic as a member of the Polytechnic Leadership Team (PLT) and to provide operational leadership to the Division of Continuing Education and Corporate Training.

The Division of Continuing Education and Corporate Training (CECT) at Red Deer Polytechnic is a hub for lifelong learning with responsibility for responding to labour market needs by providing in-demand programming and flexible offerings, as well as expanding opportunities for learning and educational innovation for lifelong learners and industry skills development.

The Division of Continuing Education and Corporate Training has a mandate for both building and managing continuing education and contract training. CECT, in addition to programming, is expected to contribute to net revenue generation and overall sustainability at RDP and is also focused on expanding the educational and service impact of the Polytechnic. This is an entrepreneurial Division that works actively and collaboratively with both internal resources and external stakeholders (customers) and partners.

In addition, CECT plays a critical role in the successful achievement of Red Deer Polytechnic’s 2030 Strategic Plan (Productivity & Social Impact) by contributing to the Polytechnic’s Strategic Drivers with particular emphasis on: Learner Impact, Program Mix & Delivery, Brand Recognition, and Employer of Choice.

In addition, the Dean may carry out other roles and projects as requested by the Vice President, Development & Partnerships.**Position Responsibilities**
- The Dean is seen as an effective collaborator with other senior leaders throughout the Polytechnic; open to feedback; seeks to create interoperability between credit and non-credit programming; and pushes the envelope toward innovation of new programs and service delivery.
- Provides a growth mindset and market-focused strategies and vision to the CECT division in alignment with Red Deer Polytechnic’s 2030 Strategic Plan (Productivity & Social Impact).
- Employs strong management principles and mentorship in leading, managing and supporting the work of the Division.
- Demonstrates self-awareness and supportive leadership that understands and is aware of team strengths and weaknesses and encourages/facilitates ongoing training and professional development.
- Identifies and proactively engages stakeholders to leverage grants and government funding opportunities as well as general business development initiatives for training and professional development.
- Responds to industry and economic demands by creating and commercializing academically rigorous and timely programs for rapidly evolving disciplines along with growth and expansion opportunities for net revenue activities.

**Required Qualifications**
- 10 years’ experience in a strategic leadership role with demonstrated success in development, delivery, management and administration of net revenue training and consulting products and services in either private or post-secondary environments.
- 5-10 years’ experience in a private or public sector environment where there is demonstrated success with public and private partnerships and a strong commitment to collaborative ventures that benefit student learning.
- Demonstrated tolerance for ambiguity and reasonable risk taking, and 5-10 years’ progressively responsible leadership experience.
- Demonstrated skills in negotiating complex education, training, and service contracts with public, private and community organizations.
- Experience in a post-secondary environment is required.

**Preferred Qualifications**
- Minimum of an earned master’s degree achieved from a recognized institution (or an equivalent combination of education and experience).**Salary or Hourly?**
- Salary**Salary**
- $126,736 - $154,049**Benefits and Compensation Information**

**About Red Deer Polytechnic**
- Focused on advancing the economic and social priorities of Alberta, **Red Deer Polytechnic**(RDP) provides more than 80 industry-relevant programs within a breadth of credentials to approximately 6,300 credit and apprenticeship students and 3,400+ learners with Continuing Education programming. With modern teaching and learning spaces, and state-of-the-art research and innovation centres in advanced manufacturing and energy innovation, the Polytechnic provides applied research opportunities, leadership in the social, economic, and cultural development of Alberta, and myriad lifelong learning opportunities.
- Red Deer Polytechnic’s main campus is located on Treaty 7, Treaty 6 and Métis ancestral lands. This is where we will strive to honour and transform our relationships with one another.- Whatever brings you to Red Deer Polytechnic, we are glad you are here. And we look forward to having you as a valued member of our **polytechni



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