Program Head, Architectural Technologies

Saskatchewan Polytechnic

Moose Jaw

On-site

CAD 70,000 - 100,000

Full time

8 days ago

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Job summary

Saskatchewan Polytechnic Moose Jaw Campus seeks a Class Head for the Classification Program to provide leadership, coordination and academic oversight for the program. You will work with the academic chair, faculty, staff and external partners to drive curriculum development, accreditation processes and student success.

The role requires a diploma or degree in Architecture/Architectural Technology, plus at least five years’ experience including recent relevant practice, strong instructional and

Qualifications

Diploma or degree in Architecture, Architectural Technology or related field.
Member of or eligible for membership/certification with IDAS, SAA, APEGS or TPS at a P. Tech level, as applicable.
Five years of experience, 2 years of which are recent/relevant in the related industry.
Effective instructional ability.
Effective interpersonal skills.
Demonstrates valuing diversity in all work interactions.

Responsibilities

Provide academic leadership and administration for the program.
Coordinate between program faculty, staff and external stakeholders such as industry and accrediting agencies.
Assist in curriculum development, renewal and program reviews.
Manage program resources, budget and scheduling; ensure safety and quality standards.
Foster inclusive learning environments and support Indigenous and diverse student populations.
Lead program recruitment strategies and support student enrolment and progression.

Skills

Instructional ability

Interpersonal skills

Diversity & inclusion

Team collaboration

Education

Architecture/Architectural Technology degree

Tools

Drafting software

Graphic/Visualization software

MS Office

Internet literacy

Job description

Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening.

To ensure consideration, applications must be RECEIVED no later than 23:59 pm on the closing date. Please note only those applicants selected for further consideration will be contacted.

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

Saskatchewan Polytechnic is committed to building a diverse and representative workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We recognize that First Nations, Métis, and Inuit peoples have been historically underrepresented in the labour market due to systemic barriers, and that advancing reconciliation includes addressing these inequities within our own institution. Strengthening Indigenous representation among employees is a priority in Sask Polytech's Inclusive Excellence: Equity, Diversity, Inclusion & Reconciliation Strategy 2025–2030 .

Competition Number

Competition Number P17838

Posting Title

Classification

Classification Program Head

Location

Location Saskatchewan Polytechnic Moose Jaw Campus

Other Location(s)

Other Location(s) Saskatchewan Polytechnic Moose Jaw Campus

Building

Other Building

Date Posted

Date Posted 08/21/2026

Closing Date

Closing Date 08/31/2026

JIQ #

Start Date

Start Date 08/20/2026

End Date

End Date 08/21/2028

Open Until Filled No

Ongoing

Ongoing No

Category of work

Category of work Full Time

Bargaining Unit

Bargaining Unit Faculty Association

Hours of Work

Hours of Work 825 hours (825 hours of student contact/1442.75 hours per year)

Salary Range

Salary Range As per the instructional grid.

Temporary Market Stipend

Total Assigned days (AC) / Total Hours per biweekly pay

199 Assigned Days

Posting Status

Posting Status Open

Job Duties/Qualifications, Skills and Abilities(QSA)

Job Duties

The program head provides academic and first-point-of contact leadership for students, faculty and staff in their assigned program. The program head works closely with the academic chair and program faculty, staff, and administration on a daily basis to assist students to achieve success through quality education and training delivery.
The primary role is to provide a link between the program faculty, staff and students to the academic chair with the purpose to maintain effective communication and support. This will include coordinating between the program and external stakeholders such as industry, accrediting agencies, other educational institutions and business sectors or government as they relate to programming needs. The program head will assist in developing and monitoring the program’s financial resources and recommending efficiencies as required.

The program head initiates curriculum development and renewal at the program level, is responsible for liaison with student affairs among a range of student services and provides academic advising and monitoring. This includes student recruitment and retention and managing confidential student issues.

QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND EXPERIENCE

Specific Accountabilities

1. Academic Leadership and Administration

Monitor delivery of quality programming responsive to the needs of students, business/industry and the public.
Support academic activity for the program areas including annual and comprehensive program reviews, program renewal, curriculum development and delivery, instructional methods and academic standards, ensuring commonality of program standards and outcomes.
Support clear and consistent student-centered program operations with a focus on excellence in service, safety and program delivery.
Monitor the quality of academic offerings and implement sound academic policies and procedures including preparing reports for and participating in Program Advisory Committees.
Coordinate program accreditation and involve relevant internal and external stakeholder groups.
Assess transfer credit and Prior Learning Assessment Reviews.
Recommend appropriate opportunities for applied research projects or other learning and research opportunities.
Facilitate and support quality assurance for extension and brokered programs.
Represent the program on committees as assigned.
Monitor quality in programs and alignment to Saskatchewan Polytechnic policies, procedures and standards.
Create an inclusive and supportive environment for all learners, faculty and staff. This will include strategies and programs to support indigenous student success and achievement, international and newcomer to Canada programs, disability and learner success models and other like programs or supports.
Collaborate on student recruitment strategies and implement initiatives that promote academic programs and services to potential students.
Develop and execute program specific student enrolment strategies to maximize student intakes and ensure consistent student experience.
Foster a positive student experience through the student life cycle.
Manage the daily operations of program activities related to student matters.
Monitor student attrition and ensure implementation of student success and enrolment management measures.
Collaborate with faculty to identify and refer students to appropriate supports as needed.
Mediate and advise on issues between students and faculty as necessary.
Promote teamwork and effective communication while supporting staff and faculty to reflect and model the values of Saskatchewan Polytechnic.
Foster an organizational environment that encourages personal productivity, job satisfaction and the professional growth of faculty and employees in the program areas.
Conduct faculty assessments.
Ensure a culture of safety and security.
Participate and support the employee life cycle (such as but not limited to recruitment, selection, orientation, reviews)
Responsible for workload assignment and scheduling for program faculty and staff.
Act as first point of contact for managing day to day operations.
Identify and communicate people management issues to the academic chair as necessary.
Cultivate an inclusive work and learning environment.

4. Relationship Management
Internal

Represent the program/school on internal committees and teams as assigned by the academic chair.
Build and maintain relationships across both academic and administrative divisions, and with our students.

External

Develop and maintain relationships with external agencies, educational and government organizations, colleges and universities.
Represent the program/school and Saskatchewan Polytechnic at relevant business, industry, community and sector functions as required.

5. Resource Allocation

Manage program resources on a day-to-day basis to ensure program delivery effectiveness.
Contribute to the budget development process and final budget requests.
Monitor expenditures for day-to-day supplies and equipment spending and ensure expenditures remain within the budget assigned to the program. Where required, elevate in accordance with management authorities grid requirements.
Implement and coordinate innovative solutions to resource challenges.
Bring forward opportunities for external partnerships.
Identify requirements for program development resource project needs and/or fund requests.

6. Strategic Planning

Contribute program perspective to strategic planning and implement program changes in alignment with strategic initiatives.
Identify program priorities and initiatives and implement at the program level.
Identify future trends/program development opportunities, which may include engagement with external or internal stakeholders.

Duties

Required Qualifications, Skills and Abilities (QSA)

Diploma or degree in Architecture, Architectural Technology or related field (i.e. Interior Design).
Member of or eligible for membership/certification with IDAS , SAA , APEGS or TPS , at an P. Tech level, as applicable., and
Five years of experience, 2 years of which are recent/relevant in the related industry.
Effective instructional ability
Effective interpersonal skills
Demonstrated competence and recent experience in the use of drafting software, graphic or visualization software, the internet, email, MS Office Suite software and the ability to learn and adapt to changing technology
Ability to function as a team member in an ever-changing environment, and
Demonstrates valuing diversity in all work interactions

Desired QSA

Leads Transformation
Anticipates emerging trends and creates opportunities that shape and transform the organization and polytechnic sector in Canada.

Inspires Courage & Innovation
Models and enables creative thinking, curiosity, and calculated risk taking to create new solutions.

Cultivates Strong Relationships
Builds strong and trusting relationships and brings a stakeholder and learner-centric mindset and focus to all elements of the organization.

Drives Operational Excellence
Leverages business insight, financial acumen, and operational rigor to maximize productivity and build long-term, sustainable success.

Builds Leadership & Culture
Brings authenticity, emotional intelligence, and accountability to develop leadership effectiveness in individuals, teams, and our culture.

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