Associate Dean, Applied Science, Computing and Technology

Salary $115,032.00 - $153,374.00 Annually Location Belleville, ON Job Type Full-Time Job Number 2024-00086 Department School of Applied Science, Skills and Technology Opening Date 04/19/2024 Closing Date Continuous Bargaining Unit N/A Start Date August 2024 Payband 13 Length of Term Permanent

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About Loyalist

Loyalist College is built upon the lands governed by the Dish with One Spoon wampum agreement. We affirm and thank the Haudenosaunee, Anishinaabeg and Huron-Wendat nations for their continued caretaking of the land. At Loyalist, we empower our students with wraparound support services and hands-on training to succeed on any path they choose. Our academic programs are responsive and innovative, designed to solve pressing social and economic challenges and meet the evolving needs of our regional industry and community partners. Our graduates enter the workforce equipped with the knowledge they need to be better global citizens, and with future-focused skills to lead change in their fields. With a presence in Belleville, Bancroft, Port Hope, Tyendinaga and Toronto, we believe our institutional responsibility extends beyond the classroom to seeing the big picture for the communities we serve. Our expertise in applied research and deep connections to local industry support economic development, to the benefit of businesses, entrepreneurs, changemakers and innovators. Our commitment to decolonization, and the pursuit of a more inclusive, equitable world, means we hold ourselves accountable to the diverse perspectives, cultures and experiences that shape our communities.

Position Summary

Reporting to the Dean, School of Applied Science, Skills and Technology, the Associate Dean, Applied Science, Computing and Technology provides broad academic leadership and operational effectiveness to programming including labs and facilities within the School of Applied Science, Skills, and Technology. With a keen focus on the academic well-being and growth of students, the incumbent provides support and direction to faculty and staff.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Ensure the objectives of the programs are attained through effective management of teaching and learning processes which includes managements of compliance with governmental, regulator and accrediting bodies and budget responsibility
• Facilitate on-going quality assurance processes for existing programs and development of new programs to reflect market changes and the employment needs of industry in alignment with the College’s strategic and academic plans.
• Establishes positive relationships with industry and business representatives and contributes to the College’s student recruitment, applied research and work/integrated learning initiatives
• Responsible for the effective delivery of Applied Science, Computing and Technology programs through effective management, quality assurance, provision of resources and deep understanding of student experiences
• Fosters an environment that model’s diversity and inclusion, innovation, and effective communication/interaction amongst and between faculty, staff and students.
• Plans operational effectiveness for student enrolment and ensures the accuracy of data for course loading, student timetables, calendar materials, course outlines, etc.
• Collaborate with and support programs to plan, implement and execute curriculum updates and improvements through a variety of delivery methodologies
• Collaborate with the Dean and other College Service Departments to contribute to the development of goals and objectives related to learning and faculty professional development, budgets, capital plans, and academic leadership team objectives
• Manages staff day-to-day operations, and through proactive planning, mentoring, and communication, models the College’s core values
• Maintain excellent relations with all stakeholders through active listening, encouraging dialogue and proactive problem-solving; investigates and resolves issues in an effective and timely manner in accordance with College procedures
• Manage student enrolment and ensure the accuracy of data for course loading, student timetables, calendar materials, course outlines, etc.
• Ensures a high level of performance through effective recruiting, selecting, hiring, developing, motivating, evaluating and training of faculty and staff including promotion of professional development
• Anticipates trends and shifts in funding and manages program risk

Qualifications

• Minimum of seven (7) years of progressive experience in applied science computing and/or technology preferably within the college system
• Completion of bachelor’s degree in applied science, computing, technology or a related field required; a Masters Degree in Education or a related technical field would be an asset
• Teaching experience, preferably in the college sector, considered an asset
• Experience in collaborative leadership, planning, goal setting, resource allocation and managing change initiatives
• Advocate and promoter of the applied sciences and technology and value relationships within, across, and outside the College and actively build and maintain relationships that support the College’s goals.
• Student-focused leader, committed to excellence in teaching, learning and applied research and supporting faculty in advancing a culture of innovation and excellence.
• Experience with supervision of staff within a unionized environment is required
• Advanced familiarity with a variety of teaching and learning methodologies and educational technology is preferred
• Experience with budgets and project management is required
• Coordination or management experience in the post-secondary sector is preferred
• Demonstrated leadership success in a diverse and inclusive environment
• Successful candidate must be organized and able to multi-task
• Self-directed team player with excellent interpersonal and communication skills

Please note:

Following an offer of employment, candidates with Canadian credentials will be required to provide official transcripts from the granting educational institution(s); candidates with international credentials must provide World Education Services (WES) evaluation (at their own cost) confirming Canadian equivalency of their credentials. Loyalist is committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive college community. We encourage and welcome applications from marginalized and equity seeking groups. Loyalist College is committed to accommodating applicants with disabilities throughout the hiring process. If you have accommodation needs, please inform us as soon as possible by sending an email to .

We thank all applicants, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Agency Loyalist College Address

376 Wallbridge Loyalist Rd. Belleville, Ontario, K8N 5B9 Phone
Website

About Loyalist

Loyalist College is built upon the lands governed by the Dish with One Spoon wampum agreement. We affirm and thank the Haudenosaunee, Anishinaabeg and Huron-Wendat nations for their continued caretaking of the land. At Loyalist, we empower our students with wraparound support services and hands-on training to succeed on any path they choose. Our academic programs are responsive and innovative, designed to solve pressing social and economic challenges and meet the evolving needs of our regional industry and community partners. Our graduates enter the workforce equipped with the knowledge they need to be better global citizens, and with future-focused skills to lead change in their fields. With a presence in Belleville, Bancroft, Port Hope, Tyendinaga and Toronto, we believe our institutional responsibility extends beyond the classroom to seeing the big picture for the communities we serve. Our expertise in applied research and deep connections to local industry support economic development, to the benefit of businesses, entrepreneurs, changemakers and innovators. Our commitment to decolonization, and the pursuit of a more inclusive, equitable world, means we hold ourselves accountable to the diverse perspectives, cultures and experiences that shape our communities.

Position Summary

Reporting to the Dean, School of Applied Science, Skills and Technology, the Associate Dean, Applied Science, Computing and Technology provides broad academic leadership and operational effectiveness to programming including labs and facilities within the School of Applied Science, Skills, and Technology. With a keen focus on the academic well-being and growth of students, the incumbent provides support and direction to faculty and staff.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Ensure the objectives of the programs are attained through effective management of teaching and learning processes which includes managements of compliance with governmental, regulator and accrediting bodies and budget responsibility
• Facilitate on-going quality assurance processes for existing programs and development of new programs to reflect market changes and the employment needs of industry in alignment with the College’s strategic and academic plans.
• Establishes positive relationships with industry and business representatives and contributes to the College’s student recruitment, applied research and work/integrated learning initiatives
• Responsible for the effective delivery of Applied Science, Computing and Technology programs through effective management, quality assurance, provision of resources and deep understanding of student experiences
• Fosters an environment that model’s diversity and inclusion, innovation, and effective communication/interaction amongst and between faculty, staff and students.
• Plans operational effectiveness for student enrolment and ensures the accuracy of data for course loading, student timetables, calendar materials, course outlines, etc.
• Collaborate with and support programs to plan, implement and execute curriculum updates and improvements through a variety of delivery methodologies
• Collaborate with the Dean and other College Service Departments to contribute to the development of goals and objectives related to learning and faculty professional development, budgets, capital plans, and academic leadership team objectives
• Manages staff day-to-day operations, and through proactive planning, mentoring, and communication, models the College’s core values
• Maintain excellent relations with all stakeholders through active listening, encouraging dialogue and proactive problem-solving; investigates and resolves issues in an effective and timely manner in accordance with College procedures
• Manage student enrolment and ensure the accuracy of data for course loading, student timetables, calendar materials, course outlines, etc.
• Ensures a high level of performance through effective recruiting, selecting, hiring, developing, motivating, evaluating and training of faculty and staff including promotion of professional development
• Anticipates trends and shifts in funding and manages program risk

Qualifications

• Minimum of seven (7) years of progressive experience in applied science computing and/or technology preferably within the college system
• Completion of bachelor’s degree in applied science, computing, technology or a related field required; a Masters Degree in Education or a related technical field would be an asset
• Teaching experience, preferably in the college sector, considered an asset
• Experience in collaborative leadership, planning, goal setting, resource allocation and managing change initiatives
• Advocate and promoter of the applied sciences and technology and value relationships within, across, and outside the College and actively build and maintain relationships that support the College’s goals.
• Student-focused leader, committed to excellence in teaching, learning and applied research and supporting faculty in advancing a culture of innovation and excellence.
• Experience with supervision of staff within a unionized environment is required
• Advanced familiarity with a variety of teaching and learning methodologies and educational technology is preferred
• Experience with budgets and project management is required
• Coordination or management experience in the post-secondary sector is preferred
• Demonstrated leadership success in a diverse and inclusive environment
• Successful candidate must be organized and able to multi-task
• Self-directed team player with excellent interpersonal and communication skills

Please note:

Following an offer of employment, candidates with Canadian credentials will be required to provide official transcripts from the granting educational institution(s); candidates with international credentials must provide World Education Services (WES) evaluation (at their own cost) confirming Canadian equivalency of their credentials. Loyalist is committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive college community. We encourage and welcome applications from marginalized and equity seeking groups. Loyalist College is committed to accommodating applicants with disabilities throughout the hiring process. If you have accommodation needs, please inform us as soon as possible by sending an email to .

We thank all applicants, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Benefits for full-time Administrative employees include:

• A comprehensive Extended Health & Dental Plan (covering 85% of eligible paramedical services up to a combined maximum of $2,000 in any calendar year): College Employer Council website with Benefit Booklet
• A defined benefit pension plan with CAAT pension where you will enjoy the certainty of predictable and secure lifetime pension payments: CAAT pension website
• Life and accident insurance
• Out-of-country travel insurance
• Pregnancy and parental leave, including a top-up to Employment Insurance benefits
• A tuition sponsorship plan and professional development opportunities

Work Life Balance Matters at Loyalist College
Full-time administrative employees can expect:

• 22 days of paid vacation after their first year on the job, increasing 1 day per year to 30 days
• December closure period with pay
• Employee Family Assistance Plan - provides timely short-term counselling and consultation assistance to employees and their immediate family
• Fitness Centre Membership - exclusive facilities for use by Staff and Students at the Belleville location free of charge
• An Inclusive and Accessible Workplace