Lead Academic Manager for Electrical Engineering and Technology

2 days ago


Burnaby BC, Canada BCIT Full time
About BCIT
At the British Columbia Institute of Technology (BCIT), we prioritize putting people at the core of everything we do. Our People Vision is built on this foundation, outlining our goals and priorities in respect to our staff. In a rapidly changing world, it's essential that our employees feel valued, supported, and connected. We champion innovation and global progress through imagination and creativity. With a competitive compensation package, great work-life balance, and career advancement opportunities, see why we've been named one of BC's Top Employers for over ten years.

School of Energy: A Key Role
The School of Energy at BCIT seeks an exceptional Lead Academic Manager for Electrical Engineering and Technology. As a vital member of the Educational Leadership Team, this individual will provide administrative and educational leadership to designated programs and courses, adhering to BCIT and industry standards. Reporting to the Dean, the Lead Academic Manager represents the School's interests and contributes to overall Institute planning and administration.

Main Responsibilities
This role entails leading various initiatives impacting daily and long-term strategic issues important to the School of Energy and the Institute. The ideal candidate must be a strategic thinker with effective change management skills, able to foster an organizational environment promoting personal productivity, job satisfaction, and professional growth among support and academic staff. Some key responsibilities include:
  • Representing the Institute, School, and Department at relevant Industry, community, and sector functions.
  • Participating in the development and implementation of strategic plans, organizational structures, systems, and processes.
  • Establishing and maintaining effective liaisons with industries, professional groups, associations, government agencies, and other stakeholders.
  • Identifying and leading new educational and business opportunities for the Institute.
  • Attending Program Advisory Committee meetings and working with the Foundation to secure industry support.

Leadership and Education
The Lead Academic Manager is responsible for providing educational leadership to a range of full-time and part-time programs, including Electrical and Computer Engineering Technology, Bachelor of Engineering in Electrical Engineering, and Master of Engineering in Smart Grid Systems and Technologies. This individual will direct the design, development, and implementation of new programs and courses, establishing curriculum development strategies consistent with Institute standards. Additionally, they will oversee program accreditation processes and ensure compliance with relevant provincial and federal legislation.

Financial Management
The salary for this position is estimated to be within the range of $136,202 - $195,791 per annum, with a control point of $170,253. The successful candidate will manage complex budgets, determining costs, allocations, and expenditures, while monitoring processes for multiple programs. They will also negotiate operating and capital budget components, controlling by program expenditures and being responsible for year-end performance.

Benefits and Qualifications
We offer a competitive pay package, minimum twenty-five days of vacation, a comprehensive employer-paid extended health and dental plan, a defined benefit pension plan, and flexible hybrid work arrangements. The ideal candidate will possess a university graduation at the Master's level or higher, eight to ten years of directly related experience, and strong leadership skills, good organizational skills, and high self-motivation and business acumen. The ability to communicate effectively with all levels of customers and familiarity with office software and state-of-the-art information and educational technology are also essential.

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