Associate Dean, School of Health Sciences and Human Services

White Spot; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 96,000 - 129,000; Full time

Job summary

The College of New Caledonia is seeking a full-time Associate Dean for Health Sciences and Human Services, based in Prince George. This role involves overseeing academic planning, faculty support, and fostering community partnerships, contributing to educational excellence and student success in a vibrant Northern B.C. environment.

Benefits

Relocation assistance

Extended health, dental, and vision coverage

Life insurance and AD&D

Long-term disability insurance

Health Spending Account

Employee Family Assistance Program

4 weeks vacation to start

Tuition exemption and professional development funding

Ability to qualify for Northern living tax exemptions

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of managerial experience and 3 years of post-secondary teaching experience.
• Experience in educational leadership within the post-secondary sector.
• Familiarity with inclusive, Indigenized educational practices.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily operations and faculty performance within assigned programs.
• Support program and curriculum development, and analyze enrolment trends.
• Lead recruitment, onboarding, and professional development of faculty.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Communication

Problem-Solving

Education

Undergraduate degree related to the School

Master's degree in a relevant field

Job description

Work in a dynamic campus and drive meaningful impact in education through our Health Sciences and Human Services programs

Earn a competitive salary of $96,646 - $128,861, plus comprehensive benefits

Contribute to the future of education while fostering strong community partnerships and student success

About the College of New Caledonia

The College of New Caledonia (CNC) has been a cornerstone of post-secondary education in B.C.’s Central Interior since 1969, with roots dating back to 1962 through the B.C. Vocational School. Serving a diverse population of over 148,000 people, our region covers 117,500 square kilometers—about 12% of the province—and includes three school districts: Quesnel (SD28), Prince George (SD57), and Nechako Lakes (SD91).

At CNC, we are deeply connected to the communities we serve, offering a wide range of career, technical, vocational, and university credit programs. With six community campuses and an average annual enrolment of 5,000 students, we are committed to providing accessible and high-quality education that supports the unique needs of Northern B.C.

For more information, please visit our website: cnc.bc.ca/

Live and Work in North Central B.C.

North Central B.C. offers an exceptional quality of life with affordable housing, minimal traffic, and easy access to amenities like education, retail, arts, and sports. The region is a year-round outdoor playground, perfect for hiking, fishing, skiing, and more, surrounded by stunning mountains and lakes. Rich in history and culture, it fosters a strong sense of community where residents and organizations support each other in work and play.

Whether you're seeking adventure or a welcoming place to call home, there's something for everyone!

For more information about our Prince George campus, please visit: cnc.bc.ca/campuses/prince-george

About the Opportunity

CNC is looking for a full-time Associate Dean for our School of Health Sciences and Human Services, based in our Prince George, B.C. campus.

As Associate Dean, you’ll play a key leadership role in the day-to-day operations and academic planning with a focus on Applied Health and Education. Reporting to the Dean, you will oversee programs, support faculty, operational staff, and students, and ensure high-quality program delivery and alignment with the College’s strategic and academic goals.

More specifically, your responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Managing daily operations and faculty performance within assigned programs
• Leading recruitment, onboarding, evaluation, and professional development of faculty and operational staff
• Supporting program and curriculum development, academic scheduling, and workload planning
• Analyzing enrolment trends and using data to inform strategic planning and program sustainability
• Ensuring academic quality through program review, assessment, and compliance with institutional and accreditation standards
• Advising and resolving student issues, appeals, and academic conduct matters
• Supporting an inclusive, Indigenized, and student-centered learning environment
• Leading initiatives aligned with CNC’s Strategic, Academic, Indigenous, International, and SEM Plans
• Collaborating with Student Affairs and other departments to enhance student experience and success
• Monitoring budgets and ensuring fiscal accountability for assigned programs
• Liaising with regulatory bodies and representing the Dean as needed
• Participating in college-wide leadership, policy development, and strategic planning initiatives

About You

To qualify, you will need an undergraduate degree in a field of study related to the School, a master's degree in a relevant field, and a minimum of 2 years of managerial experience, along with at least 3 years of post-secondary teaching experience.

Additionally, the following skills and background will be highly valued:

• Experience in educational leadership within the post-secondary sector
• Understanding of adult learning models and the role of community colleges
• Familiarity with inclusive, Indigenized, and internationalized educational practices
• Proven ability to lead strategic planning and implement long-range academic initiatives
• Ability to analyze enrolment trends and apply data to planning and decision-making
• Experience managing the full employee life cycle

As our ideal candidate, you possess strong communication, interpersonal, analytical, and problem-solving skills, along with sound judgment and a collaborative, student-centered leadership approach. You bring a proven ability to navigate change, manage transitions, resolve conflict, and identify opportunities for innovation.

This is a meaningful leadership opportunity for someone passionate about advancing inclusive education, fostering faculty excellence, and supporting student success across a dynamic and community-connected college environment.

About the Benefits

Compensation based on skills and experience, is a competitive annual salary of $96,646 - $128,861, dependent on skills and experience, and a host of excellent benefits including:

• Relocation assistance
• Extended health, medical travel, dental and vision coverage
• Life insurance and AD&D
• Long-term disability insurance
• Health Spending Account
• College Pension Plan with employer match
• Employee Family Assistance Program
• 4 weeks vacation to start, with yearly increases
• Maternity/parental leave top-up
• Generous personal and sick leave
• Tuition exemption and professional development funding
• Ability to qualify for Northern living tax exemptions
• Regular staff appreciation events, and community events!

If you share our values and have the skills necessary to bring success to the role, then we invite you to apply today!