Chair, Nursing Studies

2 weeks ago


Ottawa, Canada Algonquin College Full time

Department:
School of Health Studies

Position Type:
Full-Time Administrative

Salary Range:
$115,032.00-$153,374.00-Annual

Scheduled Weekly Hours:
36.25

Anticipated Start Date:
November 01, 2024

Length of Contract:
N/A

Posting Information

Posting Closing Date:
October 2, 2024

Please note: jobs are posted until 11:59 pm on the job closing date.

Job Description:
Reporting to the Dean for the School of Health Studies, the Academic Chair is responsible for providing academic leadership in the management and administration of faculty, support staff and students in the Nursing Studies Department. The Academic Chair is responsible for establishing a strategic direction for the Department that is aligned with the College’s strategic plan and Faculty goals.

The Academic Chair is accountable for the planning, development, delivery, quality assurance, and financial viability of the Departments’ full-time post-secondary programs. The Academic Chair provides broad academic leadership in curriculum development, design, and evaluation, applied scholarship, and experiential learning to meet the needs of a diverse student population. The incumbent has knowledge of and experience in the delivery of classroom and online curriculum using a wide range of technologies.

The incumbent is responsible for ensuring that the offerings are responsive and relevant to the needs of the students and the community at large, developing and implementing new initiatives, as required, to reflect changing technology, economic and market influences, and employment opportunities in accordance with current business/industry standards as well as College and Ministry guidelines.

Duties and Responsibilities:

- Provides Academic Leadership:_- Collaborates with the Dean to establish the Department’s strategic direction, aligning with the College’s plan and deploying resources accordingly.- Leads the development and implementation of new academic programs, ensuring they reflect current technology, economic trends, and market influences.- Builds partnerships with external communities, school boards, academic agencies, and universities to advance the Faculty’s vision and mission.- Promotes scholarly research and simulation-based learning, ensuring programs meet national and professional accreditation standards.- Assesses and responds to student needs, provides leadership in diverse health forums, and ensures effective supervision of teaching and learning processes.
- Responsible for Human Resources Management and Development:_- Facilitates communication between faculty and support staff, fostering collaboration to support departmental and college objectives.- Directs teaching activities, recruits and develops faculty and staff, and promotes their ongoing professional development.- Conducts investigations, resolves disputes, and advises students, referring them to appropriate resources.- Recommends full-time faculty and support staff appointments to the Dean and hires part-time and temporary staff
- Participates in Program Evaluation, Partnerships, and Marketing Promotions:_- Provides academic leadership in curriculum review and ensures adherence to program quality assurance processes.- Implements initiatives from College and Government authorities, including strategic plans and essential employability skills.- Establishes learning outcomes for programs in accordance with College and Ministry policies and external agencies.- Builds relationships with industry representatives, advisory committee members, professional associations, and participates in student recruitment and graduate placement initiatives.
- Responsible for the Effectiveness of Department Operations:_- Ensures compliance with Occupational Health and Safety regulations and establishes safe environment procedures.- Ensures the financial viability of the department through analysis of enrolment data, space utilization, and program costing.- Manages staff workloads, course loading, and equipment requirements to ensure efficient department operations.

Required Qualifications:
- Minimum of a Master’s Degree in Health Discipline; Health Administration or related fields required; PhD preferred;-
- Minimum of nine (9) years related experience in increasingly responsible roles, including a minimum of two (2) years spent in a supervisory/management role;-
- Demonstrated strong background in education/training through either prior teaching, curriculum development, and/or educational consultancy;- Demonstrated understanding and commitment to student success, teaching excellence, quality education and experiential learning, preferably within a post-secondary environment;- Demonstrated management style which nurtures individual initiative and creativity, within the context of organizational goals;- Strong communications, leadership, and interpersonal skills that make you a consensus builder, who can articulate an academic vision and execute on plans;- Excellent group facilitation a



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