Academic Chair (25-01)

Ncchamber; North East; On-site; CAD 111,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Academic Chair to lead its Academic department. This role involves developing and implementing academic strategies, managing financial planning, and ensuring student success. The successful candidate will collaborate with faculty and administration while fostering strategic partnerships. The position promises a rewarding work environment with generous benefits and a commitment to diversity and inclusion. If you are passionate about education and leadership, this opportunity offers a chance to make a significant impact in the academic community.

Benefits

Wellness programs

Employee Assistance Program

Tuition assistance

Generous vacation and holiday closure

Group insurance benefits (medical, dental, life insurance, LTD)

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in higher education or managing human resources and budgets.
• Demonstrated leadership and strategic planning skills.

Responsibilities

• Contributing to the College’s Vision/Mission/Strategic Priorities.
• Leading the annual program review process and ensuring compliance with accreditation standards.
• Managing financial planning activities and forecasting budgets.

Skills

Verbal and written communication skills

Organizational skills

Financial management skills

Interpersonal skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

Master’s Degree in Education or related field

Tools

MS Office Suite

College systems (MIS)

Job description

Northern College is seeking an Academic Chair in our Academic department. The successful candidate will have excellent verbal and written communication skills, organizational, planning, and financial management skills, as well as excellent interpersonal skills to mediate, build consensus, and resolve conflict. The candidate must also possess excellent problem-solving skills to address operational challenges. Experience working in a unionized environment is an asset.

At Northern College, we’re committed to the ongoing success and development of everyone who passes through our learning spaces—students, employees, and community members alike. We believe in investing in those who invest in us, striving to build a collaborative and friendly working environment, while offering top-tier benefits and generous pension packages to our eligible full-time employees, along with purposeful, rewarding work, supportive supervisors, and positive, engaged work teams.

Reporting to the Dean of Trades, Technology & Apprenticeship, the successful candidate will support the Dean assigned to programs such as Law Clerk, Vet Sciences, Mining, Environmental, and Instrumentation. The Academic Chair is a member of the Academic Leadership Team, providing support and direction to faculty, administration, and support staff. In consultation with the Dean, the Academic Chair is responsible for supporting the planning, development, maintenance, delivery, and ongoing review of related full- and part-time post-secondary programs, partnerships, projects, and services.

What you will be doing:

1. Contributing to the College’s Vision/Mission/Strategic Priorities by participating in internal committees and supporting the development and maintenance of strategic partnerships and projects.
2. Developing and implementing academic strategies, policies, and procedures specific to departments and program offerings under the supervision of the respective Dean.
3. Leading the annual and comprehensive program review process, including preparation for College Quality Assurance Accreditation Process (CQAAP) and other external accreditation processes, ensuring programs and course learning outcomes meet standards.
4. Participating in establishing enrollment targets and projecting student enrollment for academic planning, as outlined in the Strategic Enrolment Management & Marketing plan.
5. Ensuring student retention and success, and attainment of program objectives on the Haileybury Campus.
6. Identifying staffing requirements for part-time faculty and maintaining high performance through recruitment, development, motivation, evaluation, and training.
7. Assigning part-time faculty to appropriate courses, collaborating with Human Resources for employee management.
8. Managing financial planning activities, including developing, monitoring, and forecasting budgets, and reporting to the Dean.
9. Maintaining collaborative partnership, consortium, and articulation agreements with other educational institutions, ensuring compliance with terms and directions from the Dean.

A detailed job description is available from the Human Resource Services department.

What you will need to be considered:

• Master’s Degree in Education, Business, Biological Sciences, Mining Engineering, Environmental Sciences, Veterinary Sciences, or related field.
• At least seven (7) years of experience in higher education or managing human resources and budgets, with demonstrated leadership and strategic planning skills. Relevant experience in team management or external partnerships is also valued.
• Proficiency with College systems (MIS) and MS Office Suite.
• Demonstrated commitment to student success, teaching excellence, and quality education.
• An appreciation for and ability to incorporate the recommendations of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission and Indigenous Education Protocols.

What Northern College offers:

• Wellness programs, Employee Assistance Program, Tuition assistance, Generous vacation and holiday closure, Group insurance benefits (medical, dental, life insurance, LTD, etc.)

The incumbent may be required to undergo a criminal reference check.

As part of our reconciliation efforts, Northern College encourages Indigenous applicants to apply. We are committed to an inclusive, barrier-free selection process; please contact Human Resource Services for accommodations. We value diversity and are an equal opportunity employer.

Interested candidates should submit their cover letter and resume online at www.northerncollege.ca/careers/.

Classification: Administration
Status: Full Time
Stage: Internal/External
Campus: Haileybury
Start Date: Immediately
Salary Range: $111,288 to $139,110 (Payband 12)
Competition#: 25-01
Closing Date: May 22, 2025