Associate Dean, Electrical & Transportation Trades

MOHAWK COLLEGE OF APPLIED ARTS & TECHNOLOGY; Hamilton; On-site; CAD 128,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

22 vacation days

CAAT pension

Maternity leave top-up (93%)

Performance incentive

Benefits package

Course discount for employees

Job summary

Mohawk College of Applied Arts & Technology invites applications for the Associate Dean, Electrical & Transportation Trades. Based at Stoney Creek, this full-time role provides academic, financial, and strategic leadership for electrical, motive power and elevating device programs, including apprenticeship offerings.

The incumbent will supervise faculty and staff, ensure educational quality for 1000+ students, foster industry partnerships and lead project management to align programs with

Job description

Associate Dean, Electrical & Transportation Trades

Status: Full Time
Hours: Monday– Friday, 35 hours/week
Home Campus: Stoney Creek
Rate of Pay: Payband 13 ($127,656.42 – 159,570.51)
Vacancy Status: 1 vacancy available
Posting Date: October 14th, 2026
Closing Date: October 28th, 2026 at 7:00 pm EST

We believe the rich diversity among our students and the communities we serve should be reflected within our workforce. As educators, we believe it is important to act and show leadership in advancing the principles of reconciliation, equity, diversity, and inclusion in our community.

Job Summary

Reporting to the Dean of the Faculty of Climate Action, Trades, Apprenticeship & Transportation, the incumbent will be responsible for providing academic, financial, and strategic planning leadership in the electrical, motive power and elevating device programs, as well as apprenticeship offerings. Responsibility for these programs includes the supervision and management of full and part-time Faculty and Support Staff, the quality of education provided to over 1000 students, and the distribution of and use of all resources in the department. In addition, this position will have an emphasis on outreach to the community, business, and industry for the purposes of promoting positive community relations, partnerships and work integrated learning in the community. This position will also require the participation and leadership to engage faculty and enhance the learning experience for students. The incumbent will also be responsible for providing leadership in project management for key activities within their area as well as supporting the faculty in the planning, development, delivery, and on-going review of the strategic plan to ensure the programs are aligned with student and employer needs.

What you’ll bring to the role

The successful candidate will demonstrate strong leadership and management skills within a complex organization. They will be adept at implementing programs and services that address current and future education and training needs while providing leadership in curriculum and academic policy development. A commitment to collaboration and alignment with Mohawk College’s Vision, Mission, Values, and Strategic Directions is essential.

The ideal candidate will hold a Bachelor’s degree in a related field, with a Master’s degree considered an asset. They should have extensive experience in teaching, coordination, or management within post-secondary education, along with significant industry experience. A background in skilled trades and apprenticeship is also considered an asset.

This role requires administrative or management experience, preferably in the community college system or community services field, with knowledge of issues affecting skilled trades and apprenticeship. The candidate must be highly organized, able to multitask, and possess excellent interpersonal, communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills. Experience fostering partnerships, working within a unionized environment, and collaborating across multiple stakeholders is essential. The incumbent will also work closely with other Associate Deans across the College.

What we offer

• Progressive vacation plan starting with 22 vacation days per year plus holiday closure.
• Defined Benefit pension plan (CAAT) with contributions matched by Mohawk College.
• 93% top up of maternity and parental leave pay for 52 weeks.
• Annual employee performance incentive program.
• Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, paramedical services (massage therapy, acupuncture, naturopath, psychotherapy, and psychology), short-term and long-term disability.
• Ability to take courses at a reduced rate for employees and dependents.

To find out more about working at Mohawk College, please visit https://www.mohawkcollege.ca/about-mohawk/careers-at-mohawk

We are committed to reconciliation and nurturing an inclusive, diverse, equitable, and accessible (IDEA) environment for everyone who learns and works at Mohawk College. We welcome applications from racialized persons, women, Indigenous people, persons with disabilities, 2SLGBTQIA+ persons, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas. The College is committed to fostering inclusive ad barrier-free recruitment and selection processes. If you require accommodation during any stage of the recruitment process, please contact Human Resources.

To learn more about Mohawk College’s commitments, please visit https://www.strategicplan.mohawkcollege.ca/