Program Head - Saskatchewan Collaborative Bachelor of Science in Nursing (SCBScN)

Saskatchewan Polytechnic; Regina; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Saskatchewan Polytechnic seeks a Program Head for the Saskatchewan Collaborative Bachelor of Science in Nursing (SCBScN). You will lead academic and program operations, partnering with the Academic Chair, faculty and administration to deliver quality nursing education and ensure alignment with accreditation and industry needs.

You will oversee curriculum development, student services collaboration, and staff mentorship to foster an inclusive learning environment and drive program excellence

Qualifications

• Academic leadership and administration responsibilities to deliver quality nursing education.
• Student affairs focus including recruitment, retention and student success.
• Program leadership and coordination with industry, accreditation, and external stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Provide academic and first-point-of-contact leadership for students, faculty and staff; support curriculum development and renewal in the SCBScN program.
• Coordinate with Academic Chair, faculty and administration on program delivery, accreditation, and external partnerships; oversee budgeting and resource planning.
• Lead recruitment and student engagement efforts; monitor student success and collaborate with student services and programs.

Job description

Program Head - Saskatchewan Collaborative Bachelor of Science in Nursing (SCBScN)

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 .

In alignment with Section 48 of The Saskatchewan Human Rights Code, and in partnership with the Saskatchewan Polytechnic Faculty Association, we will prioritize candidates who meet the qualifications for this position. Applicants who identify as First Nations, Métis, or Inuit are encouraged to voluntarily self-identify during the application process. Self-identification information is kept confidential and supports our reconciliation commitments and efforts to foster inclusive and culturally grounded learning and working environments. Choosing not to self-identify will not negatively impact an applicant’s consideration.

Job Duties/Qualifications, Skills and Abilities(QSA)

Job Duties

Job Duties

General Accountability
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.
Nature & Scope
The program head reports to the Academic Chair, Saskatchewan Collaborative Bachelor of Science of Nursing. It may be necessary for the program head to travel for program and administrative responsibilities including participation in inter-site committees. The School of Nursing provides diploma and certificate programs. The School also offers general, introductory and specialized courses in a variety of disciplines through varied delivery methods
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.
The program head will participate in staff recruitment/selection, orientation, and coaching and mentoring staff for their program areas. Of particular focus will be supporting teaching staff to model excellence using Saskatchewan Polytechnic Instructor Competencies. The program head in collaboration with the Academic Chair, will facilitate assessment of faculty.

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.

2. Student Affairs• 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.

3. Program Leadership• 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