Associate Dean, Health Sciences

Located in the heart of the Niagara region – just minutes from one of the world's most well-known tourism destinations – Niagara College offers more than 130 innovative programs between our campuses in Niagara on the Lake and Welland. Since opening its doors in 1967, Niagara College has grown to become a leader in education and training and one of the most enterprising colleges in Canada.

Applications are invited for the position of Associate Dean, Health Sciences, located at the Welland Campus.  The salary range is $125,153 to $156,441 for a 35-hour work week. Additional hours may be required as necessary.  
 

Reporting to the Dean of Health Sciences, the successful candidate works collaboratively with a high-performance divisional team to lead in the development, delivery and ongoing review of the full-time and part-time post-secondary programs and services in the department. The Associate Dean will ensure that the programs are effectively and efficiently delivered, meeting Ministry, CVS or PEQAB, Accreditation standards, and are relevant to the needs of college students. 

The Associate Dean oversees a diverse portfolio of online and in-person health programs that are integral to our mission of providing high-quality education and training to future healthcare professionals.  Programs within the School of Allied Health hold external accreditation encompassing a range of regulated health professions that we are dedicated to maintaining the highest standards of academic excellence and compliance with industry regulations. These include study in these fields but not limited to: pre-health sciences, massage therapy, paramedicine as we look to build on this important suite of programs and educate new health professionals.

The Associate Dean is responsible for planning and implementing the academic delivery of School of Allied Health courses and programs, in line with college budget and enrolment forecasts, while providing leadership in the development and renewal of curriculum, effective hiring and development of faculty, and management of workload assignments. The incumbent will supervise faculty and staff as they manage the delivery of courses and programs in the portfolio. This role requires a high degree of collaboration with the Dean, Associate Deans, faculty, and college stakeholders to ensure that courses and programs are delivered effectively and efficiently with a focus on quality and student success. Resolving academic integrity cases, dealing with student issues, attending community and college recruitment events, and participating on college-wide committees are also responsibilities of the Associate Dean. 

 Required Qualifications:  
* Master's degree in a relevant field of study
* A regulated health professional
* Minimum 9 years combined experience which includes academic leadership, management, and industry experience as well a minimum of 5 years of successful teaching at a post-secondary/adult level
* Demonstrated experience with program accreditation 
* Experience with supervision of staff within a unionized environment
* Experience working with diverse student populations
* Proven ability in moving ideas from conceptual to operational 
* Demonstrated experience in developing student-centered programs and supports
* Advanced leadership, team building, collaboration, and networking skills
* Superior skills in communication, organization, problem solving/conflict resolution, and prioritizing within a multi-faceted role

Preferred candidates may also possess: 
* Academic planning, enrollment management and budget experience
* Experience with program or curriculum design and development in a post-secondary/adult environment

What we offer:
* Defined Benefit pension plan (CAAT) with contributions matched by Niagara College
* 93% top-up of maternity and parental leave pay for 52 weeks
* Generous vacation time
* Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, and paramedical services (massage therapy, acupuncture, naturopathy, psychotherapy, and psychology)
* Short-term and long-term disability
* Access to Employee Family Assistance Program, including counseling services, financial literacy services, nutrition advice, and more
* Employee tuition assistance and dependent tuition subsidy 
* Hybrid work arrangements: a balance of on-campus and remote work 

This position requires primarily on-campus work.

Niagara College is strongly committed to diversity and inclusion within its community. We offer an inclusive work environment and welcome applications from all qualified individuals who believe they can contribute to further enhancing campus diversity and equity efforts. If requested, accommodations will be made to support applicants with disabilities during the recruitment and selection process.

Note: Credentials obtained outside of Canada require an evaluation to determine the Canadian educational equivalence. This evaluation must support the educational requirements for the position as a condition of employment. For further information, visit: World Education Services

      While we thank all applicants, only those selected for an interview will be contacted