Associate Chair, Digital Design Program

**COMPETITION NUMBER: 1091**

**FACULTY OF ARTS AND SCIENCES**

NorQuest College employees are difference makers in the work we do for our college and community. We transform lives together. We work together in the spirit of Wahkotowin (togetherness) in good relations—Miyo Wahkotowin.

The Digital Design diploma program is looking for a full-time Associate Chair who will report to the Program Chair, and work closely with the Academic Program Manager, Dean, Vice-Dean, and Business Manager to establish, implement, and achieve program goals and objectives through faculty mentorship and teaching excellence. The primary role of the Associate Chair is to support academic leadership and management to promote teaching and learning at the program level. The Associate Chair will work with the Program Chair to evaluate course delivery and outcomes, as well as provide instructional leadership for all casual instructors in the program. The Associate Chair will also be required to teach.

**THE PROGRAM**

**HOW YOU’LL MAKE A DIFFERENCE**:
**Program Development and Delivery**
Working with the Program Chair to engage in collaborative reviews and evaluating curricula that connects students to the Digital Design field. Collaborate with the Program Chair and various college teams on student and faculty recruitment, retention, and recognition. Maintain a 70% teaching load that allows for connection of students and lifelong learning.

**Faculty Support and Development**
Foster a community of learning by recruiting and guiding faculty who prioritize inclusion, community, and culturally responsive pedagogy.

**Student Success**
Promote and support sound adult educational strategies that are grounded in respect, inclusivity, and diverse ways of knowing. Oversee utilization and management of program Moodle.

**Internal and External Liaison**
Create open lines of communication with community members, including advisory committees, and industry leaders.

**This appointment begins April 7, 2025.**

**WHAT YOU BRING**:

- Bachelor's degree in digital design, graphic design, UX/UI, or related field. Master’s degree considered an asset.
- Minimum 5 years' experience in both applied digital design tools and design methodologies.
- Significant (3-5 years) teaching and/or mentoring experience is required, as is evidence of quality teaching

**WHAT MAKES YOU A DIFFERENCE MAKER?**

**As a difference maker you bring**:

- Strong connection to external industry partners.
- Expertise in tools such as; Adobe Creative Cloud, Figma, etc.
- Experience using Learning Management Systems (LMS) such as Moodle and Blackboard, comfort with technology and software to teach online/hybrid if required
- Demonstrated commitment to anti-racism, equity, diversity, and inclusiveness (EDI) initiatives and anti-oppressive practices
- Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to coach faculty and staff in a changing environment
- Strong writing skills
- Demonstrated ability to consistently meet timelines

**SALARY**: Reflective upon what you bring, AKA your education and experience. This is a Faculty role therefore the pay range is quite large, the Faculty Association agreement Appendix A outlines how pay is determined.

We offer flexible work options. We strive for balance between a flexible work environment, connectedness to the campus community, and ensuring NorQuesters are set up to succeed in their roles and responsibilities.

**Our Commitment to Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion**:
We're on a journey to become an inclusive, anti-racist, and decolonized organization. NorQuesters are trailblazers - we are curious, creative, and innovative - our lived experiences are honoured, creating accessibility and a sense of belonging for everyone.

NorQuest 2030 We Are Who We Include shares our strength and difference comes from who is included, and along with our students we are learning and growing to listen deeply and say what we feel.

NorQuest College is committed to being an employer of choice for First Nations, Métis, and Inuit people by recognizing, respecting, and supporting Indigenous people's self-determination through the institution’s work in decolonization, reconciliation, and Indigenization.