Chair, Environmental Design, Faculty of Design

3 weeks ago

Toronto, Canada OCAD University Full time

**NOTE: THIS APPOINTMENT IS OPEN ONLY TO CURRENT OCAD U FACULTY MEMBERS WITH TENURED OR PERMANENT TEACHING STREAM STATUS.**

The Environmental Design program focuses on designing ourselves back into the environment through expressive interior and architectural space. Projects are developed in an interior architectural, environmental and societal context, with thoughtful respect to the surrounding and pre-existing environments.

**SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES**:

- Provide academic leadership in designated program areas and support the implementation of the Academic Plan and strategic priorities of the University, including the Diversity & Equity Action Plan
- Work closely with Associate Dean on the development of recruitment and retention strategy for designated programs, including the monitoring of enrolment projections/targets and the establishment of admissions team and criteria
- Convene and Chair meetings with faculty and curriculum leaders to lead the review, development and implementation of new and revised curriculum, as well as propose curricular and program changes to the Curriculum and Innovation Committee of Faculty (CICOF) (if applicable)
- Participate in undergraduate program reviews and in the preparation and implementation of the review’s recommendations in compliance with the OCAD U Institutional Quality Assurance Process (IQAP) (if applicable)
- Provide input in planning and preparation of the Faculty annual operating budget in consultation with the Executive Director, Institutional Planning and Budgeting, as well as oversee the accounts and provide periodic reports to the Dean regarding fiscal matters of the Environmental Design program
- Contribute to a collaborative environment and initiatives across faculties, including Graduate Studies
- Maintain an active scholarly research record and professional practice within diverse fields of Environmental Design
- Provide service to the Faculty and University-wide governance system, as well as participate in building the University community and promoting the quality of student life and University culture
- Academic Staffing and Planning:_
- In conjunction with the Associate Dean and the Office Manager, ensure business continuity by developing annual course scheduling and faculty assignments in the Environmental Design Program
- Oversee the work of curriculum leaders and faculty working on special projects and initiatives
- Actively participate in the faculty hiring process by participating in search committees for Tenure-Track, Continuing, CLTA, Teaching Stream (TS) and Sessional faculty appointments, as appropriate
- In consultation with the Associate Dean, provide input in faculty performance reviews and interviews
- Oversee the review of faculty course outlines
- Outreach and Fundraising:_
- Act as an ambassador and spokesperson for the Environmental Design program, and work with the Dean and Associate Dean on fundraising initiatives and creative leadership projects
- Provide stewardship and continuity for the existing relationships with donors and external partners/projects
- Communication and Representation:_
- Work with the Dean, Associate Dean and other Chairs to communicate and consult regularly with students and faculty regarding matters pertaining to the designated programs and the Faculty as a whole
- Hold regular faculty and student office hours and provide monthly reports to the Dean
- Liaise with various University offices and stakeholders and participate in academic committees and University governance
- In consultation with the Office Manager, assign and oversee the work of the Program Assistants and/or Coordinators and provide input in their annual performance reviews and setting of annual objectives
- In conjunction with the Associate Dean, other Chairs, Studio Management, Information Technology (IT) Services, and Facilities, support the management of facilities and allocation of resources and address issues arising from studio, computer and classroom facilities and ensure Health and Safety

**QUALIFICATIONS**:

- A current Tenured or Permanent Teaching Stream appointment at OCAD University;
- Must hold a MDes or PhD or equivalent degree or experience and possess an understanding of environmental design as well as familiarity with its professional community
- A minimum of three to five years of teaching experience at the post secondary level with an excellent record of professional activity in various Environmental Design disciplines, as well as an affinity for cross-disciplinary dialogue and collaboration with an aptitude for innovative curriculum development
- Previous experience teaching in interdisciplinary programs, and teaching and supervising graduate students will be considered assets
- Proven record of research, scholarship, and publication, and experience in academic administration;
- Excellent oral and written communication skills and organizational abilities
- Demonstrated collegiality and ability to take initiat

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