Manager, Academic Programs, Simulation and Skills

Seneca Polytechnic; Toronto; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Seneca Polytechnic's School of Nursing is seeking a Manager, Academic Programs, Simulation and Skills to coordinate simulation and skills labs, supervise staff, and ensure delivery of programs.

You will lead operational plans, align curricula with standards, and collaborate with faculty and external partners to grow Living Classrooms.

A master’s degree in nursing, Health Management, or Education and 3–5 years of leadership or clinical education experience in healthcare simulation are required.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in nursing, health management, or education.
• 3–5 years of progressive leadership or clinical education experience with health care simulation.
• Experience with post-secondary simulation and equity, diversity, and inclusion.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead administrative management and recruitment processes.
• Oversee simulation and skills labs; supervise staff and student assistants.
• Coordinate program delivery, scheduling, and alignment with standards.

Skills

Leadership

Staff management

Strategic planning

Educational technology

Collaboration

Education

Master’s degree in Nursing

Master’s degree in Health Management

Master’s degree in Education

Tools

LMS platforms

Educational technology tools

Job description

Are You Ready to Make an Impact with Our School of Nursing Team?

We are seeking a Manager, Academic Programs, Simulation and Skills to join our School of Nursing team to provide day-to day coordination and management of the simulation and skills labs for the efficient implementation, operation, and continuous improvement of the School of Nursing Programs which includes oversight of support staff (simulationists) and student lab assistants. Reporting directly to the Academic Chair, School of Nursing, you will be responsible to lead the creation of operational plans and short/long term strategies congruent with the School of Nursing’s strategy to sustain and enhance the growth and expansion of the simulation and skills program, including Living Classrooms.

Here’s What’s on Your Horizon

Leadership and Administrative Management

• Manage people and lead the recruitment, orientation and training process
• Leverage educational technology tools and platforms to optimize program delivery, student engagement and communication
• Initiate and sustain ongoing, long-term strategic planning processes collaboratively with Faculty and Staff that includes New Program Development, Curriculum Review, International partnerships, and program accreditation

Simulation and Skills Lab Management

• Lead the planning, implementation and ongoing coordination of academic programs, specifically simulation and skills
• Provide day to day supervision to staff to ensure all necessary activities related to academic program delivery are complete in an efficient and timely manner
• Collaborate closely with faculty, department heads and stakeholders to ensure program content, curriculum and schedules align with educational goals and standardsand ensures individuals are compliant with established Seneca policies and procedures

Student Support

• Provide comprehensive information about program requirements, course offerings, and academic policies
• Act as a resource for students in the facilitation of issues and advise students with their needs including appropriate counselling services as required

Resource Management

• Manage resources and staffing to ensure effective program operations and growth
• Plan, coordinate and manage the development of budget submissions and mid-year review reports
• Coordinate and track special accounts and instructional capital expenditures

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Collaborate with stakeholders and other departments to ensure a cohesive and enriching academic experience for students
• Represent Seneca in community groups, businesses, professional associations and international institutions by participating in and/or facilitating meetings and events as well as establishing and maintaining relationships with external groups

Join Our Team

Do you hold a master’s degree in nursing, Health Management, or an Education related discipline, have at least 3-5 years of progressive leadership or clinical education experience with a strong background in health care simulation-based education? We seek individuals with a proven track record of experience with post-secondary simulation and have exceptional leadership skills who promote and encourage equity, diversity, and inclusion in all decision-making. Additionally, possessing extraordinary customer service skills, detail orientation, adept diplomatic relationship management, and collaborative abilities, and excellent communication skills are crucial for success in this role. If you're ready to make a significant and lasting impact, we invite you to join us!

Note:

• Current registration as a Registered Nurse (RN) with the College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO)in good standing
• Must be able to support multiple Seneca campus locations (Newnham and King), including future expansion of Living Classrooms

As part of our commitment to dismantling barriers to success, Seneca may consider applicants with an equivalent combination of education and experience.