Associate Dean, School of Allied Health

George Brown College; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational institution in Toronto is seeking an Associate Dean to lead the School of Allied Health. Responsibilities include managing faculty and staff, developing strategic plans, and ensuring quality in programming. The ideal candidate will have a Master’s Degree, relevant leadership experience, and a commitment to diversity and inclusion. This role offers hybrid work opportunities and competitive benefits.

Benefits

Competitive pension plan

Generous holiday and vacation time

Tuition assistance program

Discounted rates for Continuing Education courses

Qualifications

• Minimum nine years of experience in the field, including management/leadership experience.
• Experience in fostering excellence in teaching and learning and academic programming.
• Demonstrated administrative/leadership experience, including budget management.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the Dean on divisional leadership activities.
• Supervise approximately 15 employees, providing feedback and mentorship.
• Lead development and implementation of programs in response to changing factors.

Skills

Advocacy for professions

Leadership in accessibility

Teaching expertise

Team management

Strategic planning

Digital skills

Education

Master’s Degree in a relevant health discipline

PhD degree preferred

Job description

Position Summary

Reporting to the Dean, Faculty of Health Sciences, the Associate Dean provides collaborative academic leadership and management of the School of Allied Health in alignment with the College's academic plan. The Associate Dean is accountable for providing both academic and administrative leadership, including supervision and direction to faculty, managers, support staff, and students within their portfolio. The School currently runs 6 full-time programs, both on-line and on campus (including Sunnybrook).

Key Responsibilities

• Works collaboratively with the Dean and the leadership team in all divisional leadership activities including the development and implementation of the Faculty’s and School’s strategic plans as part of the college’s academic and operational planning exercises.


• Maintains a high level of performance through all aspects of people management, supervising approximately 15 employees in any given semester. Conducts effective hiring, orienting, and developing faculty, managers, and support staff. Conducts ongoing performance reviews, providing regular feedback, coaching and mentorship.


• Resolves conflicts and addresses complaints – from employees and from students – and manages complex team dynamics effectively following relevant College policies and procedures and accessing appropriate resources and supports.


• Initiates, facilitates, and leads the review, development, implementation, and quality assurance of new and existing programs and initiatives in response to changing external and internal factors, including accreditation review and adherence to applicable regulatory bodies and professional associations standards. Ensures a focus on access, equity, and inclusion in delivering high quality, student-focused programming.


• Ensures that the objectives of the School are attained through effective supervision of the teaching and learning processes. Engages, encourages and directs scholarly and applied research activities.


• Leads workload and workforce planning for School, determining faculty teaching and complementary function assignments, making strategic human resource decisions and maintaining the best interests and needs of the School.


• Leads partnership development with external academic and community partners, including Program Advisory Committee (PAC) in consultation with the Dean. Ensures positive and effective brand awareness of programs, working collaboratively with Marketing and Communications, Registrar’s Office, Community Partnerships Office, Global Partnerships & Education Office, and other areas to ensure positive reputation across the College and the community.


• Leads the development, monitoring and directing of the School’s operating budget in collaboration with the Manager, Academic Operations, Senior Manager of Finance and Operations and the Dean. Oversees and ensures fiscal accountability for all funding sources accessed to operate the School’s programs and initiatives.

Educational and Experience Requirements

• Master’s Degree in a relevant health discipline is required.


• PhD degree preferred.


• Membership in good standing with the relevant regulatory college.


• Additional certification in teaching, UDL, project management, leadership, etc., is a strong asset.


• Minimum nine (9) years of experience in the field, including management / leadership experience, preferably in a unionized environment.


• Experience in fostering excellence in teaching and learning and academic programming, including accreditation and understanding of regulatory standards for academic and clinical program delivery.


• Demonstrated administrative / leadership experience, including developing and managing budgets, administration of policies and procedures and management of human resources.

Skills and Attributes

• Demonstrated advocacy for the professions associated with their portfolio and awareness of the professional landscape locally, nationally, and internationally.


• Ability to expertly and inclusively lead others in ensuring accessibility, reduction of barriers, and application of UDL in courses and programs.


• Demonstrated expertise in teaching and curriculum development. Leadership experience to advance quality in programming and to improve the student experience and engage faculty in activities to advance scholarship.


• Experience managing multiple, diverse teams. Advanced leadership skills, including advanced communication, collaboration, team building, conflict resolution, negotiation, and change management skills. Demonstrated ability to create a positive, inclusive, and community-focused environment.


• Skills in systems-thinking, strategic planning, and creative problem-solving. Strong ability to set priorities and manage time effectively to meet commitments and achieve goals.


• Skills in utilizing data to inform decision-making and set strategic priorities to widen access, improve the student experience, and advance on student success and program goals for the Schools.


• Digital skills essential, including expertise in virtual management as well as relevant experience with software to support teaching, research and administrative activities.


• Demonstrated commitment to uphold the College’s priorities on diversity, equity, and inclusion.


• Willingness to work remotely and on campus as well as travel between campuses and for external meetings and events.

Notes

• The College requires proof of degrees, credentials, or equivalencies from accredited regional or federal post-secondary institutions and / or their international equivalents. Credentials may require validation at the time of interviews or offer.

About Us

George Brown College prides itself on educating students through real-world learning, in the heart of Toronto. Our faculty and employees make this vision a reality, and we support them by making George Brown a great place to work. See why we are consistently ranked as GTA’s top employers.

Why work here?

George Brown College offers hybrid work opportunities, a competitive pension plan, generous holiday and vacation time, a tuition assistance program, discounted rates for employees taking Continuing Education courses, and an equitable work environment where everyone matters.

George Brown College is committed to accommodating applicants with disabilities throughout the hiring process, in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Candidates who require accommodation in the hiring process may contact TalentAcquisition at George Brown College confidentially.

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