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 Welland and Niagara-on-the-Lake. 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, School of Justice and Fitness in the Community Services, Justice, and Fitness Studies Division, 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 Community Services, Justice and Fitness, the successful candidate works collaboratively with high performance academic, administrative, and support teams 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, meet Ministry, College Quality Assurance Audit Process (CQAAP), Credit Validation Service (CVS) or Postsecondary Education Quality Assessment Board (PEQAB) standards, and are relevant to the needs of college students. The School of Justice and Fitness offers a range of programs including Advanced Law Enforcement and Investigations, Police Foundations, Protection, Security and Investigation – Customs Border Services, Protection, Security and Investigation – Private Security, Community and Justice Services, Fitness and Health Promotion, Exercise, Science for Health and Performance.

The Associate Dean is responsible for planning and implementing the academic delivery of School of Justice and Fitness 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.

Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in a relevant field of study

• 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

• Experience with supervision of staff within a unionized environment

• Academic planning, enrollment management and budget experience

• Experience working with diverse student populations

• 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

• Proven ability in moving ideas from conceptual to operational

• 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

Niagara College is a place-based organization, and all positions are primarily based on campus. On-campus work allows for close collaboration and a strong team culture. While most work will be done in the office, we offer the flexibility for some remote work, as the job allows.

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 http://www.wes.org/ca/.

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