Dean, Applied Community Studies

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Reporting to the Vice President, Academic and Provost, the Dean, Faculty of Applied Community Studies provides academic and strategic leadership to the Faculty and is responsible for planning, developing, promoting, and evaluating the effectiveness of the Faculty’s academic and continuing professional education programs. As a senior member of the Academic Division, the Dean works closely with the Vice President, Academic and Provost to further the initiatives in the College’s Strategic Plan and with the Faculty to develop and implement initiatives in accordance with the Faculty’s operational plans. The Dean plays an instrumental role in fostering a supportive environment for both faculty and staff to maintain the highest quality of service for students, encourage superior standards of course instruction and promote excellence in academic scholarship

TO BE SUCCESSFUL IN THIS ROLE YOU WILL NEED:

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Established professional and academic credibility as usually evidenced by a graduate degree (Doctoral preferred) in a relevant field or discipline represented within the Faculty
Qualified to teach in at least one discipline relevant to the Faculty
A minimum of five years of leadership experience in an academic administrative position in a unionized post-secondary institution or other relevant organization
Knowledge of the teaching environment as usually evidenced by having taught at a post-secondary level or equivalent combination of teaching and administrative experience
Work experience as a practitioner in the human service sector is an asset
Experience with online or blended learning strategies is an asset
An equivalent and/or related combination of education and experience may be considered

EXPERIENCE AND REQUIREMENTS
A demonstrated record of scholarly activity and the ability to support research and scholarly activities within the Faculty
A commitment to student-centered post-secondary education
The ability to lead the development and implementation of strategic and operational priorities
The ability to lead within a complex academic environment
Experience with current and evolving technology and its impact on teaching, learning, and resources
Experience leading and implementing programs and initiatives to support equity, diversity, and inclusion in the post-secondary setting
Experience managing teams in a multi-disciplinary environment
Experience in student enrolment, recruitment, and retention strategies
Demonstrated success in the recruitment, development, and retention of dynamic team members

Champion a student-focused culture across the Faculty and College, in alignment with the broader institutional mission, goals, values, and strategic objectives

Foster a culture of academic integrity across the Faculty and College, in collaboration with faculty, students, administrators, and staff

Engage and advance the College’s commitment to decolonization and advance the College’s Indigenization Strategy and goals

Lead and promote equity, diversity, and inclusion across the Faculty and College

Foster and grow existing and new opportunities and partnerships

Recognize and support the diversity of programming and disciplines within the Faculty and facilitate the development of innovative programs, research, and applied learning

Lead, partner and/or participate in Faculty and College-wide initiatives and committees

Full job description and application can be found on the Douglas College website: https://www.douglascollegecareers.ca/postings/13530

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