Associate Dean, School of Health Sciences & Human Services; Nursing and Social Services Portfolio

Associate Dean, School of Health Sciences & Human Services (Nursing and Social Services Portfolio)

Job Title Associate Dean, School of Health Sciences & Human Services (Nursing and Social Services Portfolio)

Full Time

Regular

Under the direction of the Dean and, when required, in consultation with campus leadership within the College region, the Associate Dean provides day‑to‑day operational management of designated program areas within the school which includes the planning, organising, staffing, and managing resources for assigned programs. This role provides a perspective and analysis of academic and educational requirements for assigned portfolios within their School ensuring effective, relevant and inclusive delivery of learning opportunities that support student success.

NATURE & SCOPE :

• This role leads, plans, implements within alignment with the school’s vision and the Deans priority in providing strategic leadership in the planning, and establishing goals, priorities and procedures of their assigned school.
• This position is responsible for the day‑to‑day management within the assigned portfolio, including faculty and operational staff.
• The Associate Dean works consultatively with the Dean and Faculty Coordinators from assigned program areas in the strategic planning process; formulating and implementing the strategic vision for the school; and works closely with coordinators, faculty, and operational employees to operationalize the school’s strategic initiatives that supports the College’s strategic and academic plans.
• As an educational administrator, the Associate Dean is responsible for the day‑to‑day operational management, guidance, and direction of specific programs within the assigned School.
• The Associate Dean provides on‑going leadership, academic and student‑centered perspective and analysis pertinent to the academic and educational requirements, needs, and development of assigned programs.
• You will be part of a team actively engaged in contributing to and accomplishing the vision, mission, and goals of the College and in supporting the aspirations and needs of our learners.
• You will promote a positive work atmosphere by interacting and communicating in a professional manner that demonstrates mutual respect with students and colleagues.

• Responsible for the day‑to‑day management of operations within the assigned portfolio, which includes leading the recruitment, onboarding, evaluation and performance management processes for all school faculty and operational staff while promoting a culture of collaboration, inclusivity and continuous improvement. This includes providing leadership to all school faculty in collaboration with the support of local campus leadership within the College regional campuses
• Within a matrix reporting structure, works collaboratively with leaders and managers on other campuses to provide consistent direction on work functions, processes, and standards.
• Supports faculty in their professional development, teaching effectiveness, and scholarly activities. Participates in evaluation processes and assessment of instructional skills and faculty effectiveness.
• Ensures portfolio adherence to the College’s timetabling policy, procedures and deadlines.
• Ensures a deep knowledge and understanding of and analyzes enrollment trends and data to inform school planning and decision‑making for program mix, sustainability and growth opportunities.
• Works with Faculty Coordinators to plan academic schedules, workloads, and other administrative requirements in program areas, and contributes to improvements in these academic processes.
• Assists the Dean in ensuring the quality and integrity of programs and academic offerings within the school; and supports the oversight the academic program review, renewal, and the assessment of program outcomes. Fosters continued development and improvement of curriculum and other educational resources in keeping with the expectations of CNC , the School, accreditation bodies, and funders to ensure program standards are consistently met.
• Meets with students to resolve issues, and when delegated by…