Academic Dean

10 hours ago

Waterloo, Ontario, Canada Confidential Full-time
Academic Dean

About the Company
Contemporary liberal arts university Industry Higher Education Type Educational Institution Founded 1959 Employees 51-200 Categories
- University of Waterloo Specialties
- psychology
- social work
- sociology
- english as a second language
- chinese language
- korean language
- japanese language
- social science
- university residence
- ace-tesol training
- university
- higher learning
- bachelor of social work
- and master of social work

About the Role
The Company is seeking an Academic Dean to play a pivotal role in shaping the institution's academic vision and strategic direction. The successful candidate will be the Senior Academic Officer, overseeing both undergraduate and graduate programs, academic planning, curriculum development, and student academic matters. This leadership position requires a PhD or equivalent terminal degree, a strong background in scholarship, education, and administration, and a proven track record in academic administration. The Academic Dean will be responsible for fostering academic excellence, innovation, and societal impact, and must be a strategic thinker with a commitment to equity, diversity, inclusion, and decolonization.

Key responsibilities
for the Academic Dean include working collaboratively to advance the institution's academic goals, championing equity and inclusion, and leading efforts in program innovation and quality. The role demands an inclusive, relationship-centered leader with exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, capable of building trust, fostering collaboration, and resolving conflicts with diplomacy. The ideal candidate will be a mentor and leader who inspires confidence, strengthens connections, and is dedicated to the institution's mission of preparing students to contribute meaningfully to their communities and the wider world. The position is open to all qualified individuals, with a particular emphasis on diversity and inclusion, and the company is committed to providing accommodations for candidates with disabilities. Hiring Manager Title President and Vice-Chancellor Functions
- Education/Academic Administration