Vice President, Academic & Student Experience

Vice President, Academic & Student Experience The Opportunity

Reporting directly to the President & CEO, the Vice President Academic and Student Experience (VPASE) is a member of the Executive Leadership Team. This pivotal role honors and implements Keyano College’s vision, mission, values and mandate as well as College policies and procedures to promote student success.

The VPASE focuses on academic excellence, student engagement and program sustainability through teaching and learning, applied and pure research, and the provision of academic support services that enhance program completion rates and promote student success.

The VPASE serves as a trusted advisor to the President & CEO and the Executive Team and provides leadership to Academic Council, Deans’ Council, and other internal and external stakeholders in support of Keyano College’s Strategic Plan.

The VPASE ensures appropriate communication, collaboration and coordination with business and community agencies to promote student success at Keyano College, including strategic enrolment management.

The VPASE is accountable for the academic integrity of all academic programs and student support services. This position provides oversight to the various departments within the academic and student experience portfolio, in addition to other duties as assigned by the President or Board of Governors.

The VPASE ensures quality and integrity for the awarding of all certificates, diplomas, degrees and other related program offerings.

Note:

this is not a remote or hybrid work opportunity, you will be required to work on campus and relocate to Fort McMurray, AB.

Keyano College is a comprehensive community institution in the Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo. Stretching from north-central Alberta to the borders of Saskatchewan and the Northwest Territories, Wood Buffalo is one of the largest municipalities in Canada.

Keyano College supports the region with two campuses in Fort McMurray (Clearwater Main Campus and Suncor Energy Industrial Centre (SEIC)). The College meets both the training and skills acquisition needs of industry, and the personal enrichment and cultural needs of the Wood Buffalo community. Keyano provides opportunities for lifelong, relevant and practical learning, and is committed to increasing access to post-secondary programs.

The College offers programs that lead to certificates, diplomas, certificates of qualification (trades), and baccalaureate degrees. The College also supports the development of professional knowledge and skills in several sectors, including energy, construction, business, health and safety, arts, sciences, education, human services, and transportation. A wide range of corporate training options are available to client companies as well as Indigenous Education and Regional Stewardship programming focused on improving access to learning opportunities.

Values Keyano College lives and breathes our 3 core values – Accountability, Respect and Empathy

Vision Educating to change lives

Mission In partnership with industry and community, develop a relevant workforce and leaders of tomorrow, in a safe learning environment that embraces equity, diversity, and inclusivity (EDI).

Fort McMurray Wood Buffalo is a place like no other. Everyone who calls it home will tell you that. You need to be here to appreciate it all. And that’s exactly what this is about. To welcome you to our unique part of the world. Where a small-town feel is combined with large scale career opportunities set against a backdrop of natural wonder.

It’s all here.

Other attractions of the region include economic opportunity, family friendliness, a culture of innovation, Indigenous strength, and natural wonders such as the Northern Lights and Canada’s largest national park.

To learn more about Keyano College and the region, please visit:
Keyano College and We Are Fort McMurray Wood Buffalo.

Academic Leadership & Student Success

• Ensure the academic integrity, quality, and relevance of all programs, credentials, and learning pathways.
• Lead teaching and learning excellence, applied research, and academic innovation.
• Oversee student…