Dean, School of Energy & Natural Resources

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Dean, School of Energy & Natural Resources

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Job Information

Positions Available

1

Closing Date

15 Apr 2024

Type

Permanent Full-Time

Location

Edmonton AB

Remote Option

None

Department

School of Energy & Natural Resources

School

School of Energy & Natural Resources

Campus

Main Campus

Detailed Job Description

In order to ensure your application is received by
NAIT for thorough review and consideration, please apply directly through our
Careers site at  www.nait.ca/careers

 

We
are on the search for a visionary and dynamic leader to be our next Dean, School of Energy and Natural Resources.

If you are ready to make a lasting impact and lead
with agility and foresight, this position offers a unique platform to shape the
future of academic programming and professional development in alignment with
industry needs. This is an unparalleled opportunity to shape the future of
polytechnic education in Alberta and beyond.

Reporting
to the Vice President, Academic, the Dean functions as an agile and
future-focused leader to make an impact strategically and collaboratively in a
culture of innovation and professional development. By exercising sound
judgement and decision making, the Dean will be a key member in driving NAIT’s
Vision, Promises and Values.

The
Dean develops strategies to meet the current and future needs of polytechnic
education and applied research by identifying and forecasting current and
emerging needs, ensuring the School of Energy and Natural Resources is globally competitive,
recognized, and strategically networked.

Along
with leading the School
of Energy and Natural Resources to success, the Dean also serves as
senior member of the NAIT Academic Leadership Team, which contributes to the
overall leadership of the Institute through participation in the development of
academic and business plans, financial plans, and performance objectives.

The
Dean ensures the School is responsive to the needs of industry, and students
through achievement of the following key accountabilities:

• Providing visionary leadership to the School that
  guides and supports program leaders and faculty towards a culture of innovation
  to meet industry needs and achieve student success.
• Driving and advancing meaningful and effective
  relations with industry to effectively align the school with current, and
  future industry needs. The Dean will work collaboratively with:
• Internal industry solution-focused
  support areas to develop and implement the integration of applied research into
  academic plans
• Local, regional, and provincial
  governments to position and enhance the School’s presence and reputation within
  those arenas
• Other institutes to create and
  collaborate on partnership initiatives.
• Advocating for funding to establish and maintain
  state-of-the-art facilities for applied learning and research.
• Developing and executing the strategic enrolment
  management plan, with focus on strategic and sustainable growth through
  introduction of new or renewed programming.
• Championing institute initiatives that link academic
  learning with practical skills development, facilitating seamless transitions
  to professional environments.
• Strategically developing and managing the School’s
  overall budget and providing strategic oversight of school administrative
  functions.
• Providing mentorship and leadership guidance to others
  as part of successional planning.

 

Along with
excellent communication skills, sound knowledge of academic and administrative
leadership functions in a post-secondary environment; and a strong desire to
develop others, success in this role is achieved through consistent and
well-developed application of the following core competencies:

• Drives Vision and Purpose – Painting a compelling
  picture of the vision and strategy that motivates others to action.
• Balances Stakeholders – Anticipating and balancing the
  needs of many stakeholders.
• Strategic Mindset – Seeing ahead to future
  possibilities and translating them to breakthrough strategies.
• Drives results – Consistently achieving results, even
  under tough circumstances.
• Instills Trust – Gaining the confidence and trust of
  others through honesty, integrity, and authenticity.

 

Qualifications:

• Graduate degree, doctorate degree an asset
• Recent experience in a senior leadership role within a
  complex organization leading a large, high-functioning team.
• Leadership experience within an academic institution
  as well as significant faculty experience within a related discipline preferred.
• Equivalent sum of relevant education and experience
  considered.

 

Remuneration: $
140,327.20 – $ 185,914.56 annually, plus a comprehensive benefits package.

Please submit a resume and cover letter
to be considered for this opportunity.

 

About
NAIT

At
NAIT, people matter.

We’re
proud to have been named one of Alberta’s Top Employers  for 13
consecutive years. Developing an engaging, supportive, and rewarding work
culture is something we take seriously. We know that people are our biggest
asset – they are what makes NAIT a great place to work.   

At
NAIT, you are part of a community that makes a difference in the lives of
students, staff and industry clients and partners. The NAIT culture reflects
our shared values of respect, collaboration, celebration, creativity, and
accountability. We are committed to equity, diversity and inclusion  and are a
proud partner of the Canadian Centre for Diversity and Inclusion  and Pride at
Work Canada.  NAIT is committed to
advancing equity and cultivating inclusion throughout the hiring process. We
especially encourage applications from Aboriginal and Indigenous people, Black
and racialized people, gender and sexually diverse (2SLGBTQIA+ and women) people,
immigrants, and people with disabilities.

 

What
we offer

We’ve
created a benefits package that focuses on health and wellness, professional
and personal growth, recognition, and work-life balance.

NAIT
is a flexible workplace and depending on the nature of your role, you may
request flexible work arrangements with respect to where and when you work,
including being on-campus full-time, working off-site, or a combination of the
two. 

Employees
also have access to excellent vacation time, paid time off between Christmas
and New Year’s, a strong recognition program, learning opportunities, 2 annual
all-staff professional development days and so much more. 

 

Additional
requirements

Applicants
with education credentials earned outside of Canada who have not had them
previously assessed should have their credentials evaluated by World Education
Services or the International Qualifications Assessment
Service  (IQAS)

www.alberta.ca/iqas-contact.aspx.

 

Accommodations

NAIT
is an inclusive employer and strives to hire a diverse workforce. If you are
contacted by us regarding a job opportunity, please don’t hesitate to contact
us if you require any accommodation during the selection process. Please
contact us via email at [email protected].

 

We
thank you for your application, however, only those selected for an interview
will be contacted.

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