Program Head - Instrumentation Programs

Saskatchewan Polytechnic; Saskatchewan; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Saskatchewan Polytechnic is seeking a Program Head for its School of Mining, Manufacturing and Engineering Technologies. This leadership role involves fostering educational excellence, managing resources, and coordinating efforts between faculty, students, and industry stakeholders. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in Instrumentation Engineering Technology with demonstrable experience in a leadership capacity.

Qualifications

• Journeyperson Instrumentation and Control Technician in Saskatchewan with certification.
• Minimum of two years’ relevant experience in Instrumentation.
• Competence in effective teamwork in a dynamic environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide academic leadership and support to students and faculty.
• Coordinate with external stakeholders and manage financial resources.
• Initiate curriculum development and manage student recruitment.

Skills

Effective communication skills

Strong interpersonal skills

Adaptability to new technologies

Effective instructional abilities

Education

Diploma or Degree in Instrumentation Engineering Technology

Tools

MS Office Suite

Internet

Job description

Job Duties / Qualifications, Skills and Abilities (QSA)

The program head provides academic leadership and serves as the first point of contact for students, faculty, and staff in their assigned program. They work closely with the academic chair, faculty, staff, and administration to support student success through quality education and training delivery.

The program head reports to the academic chair of the School of Mining, Manufacturing and Engineering Technologies (MMET). Responsibilities may include travel for program and administrative duties, including participation in inter-site committees. MMET offers diploma and certificate programs across various disciplines, utilizing diverse delivery methods.

The primary role is to facilitate communication between program faculty, staff, students, and the academic chair, and to coordinate with external stakeholders such as industry, accrediting agencies, and other educational institutions. The program head also assists in managing the program’s financial resources and recommends efficiencies.

Key responsibilities include initiating curriculum development and renewal, liaising with student services, providing academic advising, and managing student recruitment and retention. The role involves staff recruitment, orientation, coaching, and mentoring, with a focus on modeling teaching excellence based on Saskatchewan Polytechnic Instructor Competencies. Faculty assessment in collaboration with the Academic Chair is also part of the role.

Qualifications, Skills, Abilities, and Experience

1. Diploma or Degree in Instrumentation Engineering Technology, with membership or eligibility for certification with TPS as a P. Tech. or APEGS as a P.Eng., which must be obtained as a condition of employment.
2. Journeyperson Instrumentation and Control Technician in Saskatchewan, with interprovincial certification plus 5 years of experience.
3. Minimum of two years’ recent relevant experience in Instrumentation.
4. Effective communication skills (written and oral).
5. Strong interpersonal skills.
6. Ability to work effectively as part of a team in a dynamic environment.
7. Competence in using the internet, email, MS Office Suite, and adaptability to new technologies.
8. Effective instructional abilities.

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