Dean of Health Sciences

THE ORGANIZATION: COLLEGE OF NEW CALEDONIA
The College of New Caledonia (CNC) has been dedicated to helping meet the adult and post-secondary educational needs of northern British Columbians since 1969. Serving an area approximately 117,500 square kilometers in size, or 12% of the province, CNC plays an important role in training and educating students in health sciences, trades and technologies, social services, business and university studies. CNC is a pillar in its communities and has six campuses across BC’s Central Interior – Prince George, Burns Lake, Fort St. James, Mackenzie, Quesnel and Vanderhoof. Across all campuses, 5,000 students in 90 distinct programs are enrolled each year.

With affordable tuition, practical, hands-on learning and no more than 37 students per class, students can acquire the skills they need for a long-lasting, stable and successful career in as few as 10 months. CNC offers students the ability to easily transfer into the third year of degree programs, with 15 agreements with 10 universities in BC, AB, and elsewhere.

CNC is honoured to work with the Aboriginal people in this region, inclusive of the First Nations, Métis and Inuit peoples. CNC acknowledges the graciousness of the First Nations peoples in welcoming those who are seeking knowledge on their traditional territories. There are 22 First Nations communities within the region served by the College: Cheslatta Carrier Nation, ?Esdilagh First Nation, Kwadacha Nation, Lake Babine Nation, Lheidli T’enneh Nation, Lhoosk’uz Dene Nation, Lhtako Dene First Nation, McLeod Lake Indian Band, NadlehWhut’en, Nak’azdliWhut’en, Nazko First Nation, Nee Tahi Buhn Band, Saik’uz First Nation, Skin Tyee Nation, Stellat’en First Nation, Takla Lake First Nation, Tl’azt’en First Nation, Tsay Keh Dene Band, Ts’il Kaz Koh, Wet’suwet’en First Nation, and Yekooche First Nation.

To learn more, please visit CNC’s website: https://www.cnc.bc.ca/

THE LOCATION: PRINCE GEORGE & NORTHERN BC
Prince George is a mid-sized city of about 74,000 people located in central British Columbia on the traditional territory of the Lheidli T’enneh. Surrounded by tree covered hills and a short drive in all directions from the beautiful BC outdoors, Prince George has all of the amenities of a larger city mixed with the charm and friendliness of a smaller town. Due to being the largest city in the surrounding region and its wide variety of employment options, Prince George serves as a dynamic hub for Northern BC.

Prince George has a thriving and diverse economy that offers professionals and tradespeople numerous opportunities to advance their careers. Prince George is growing faster than both the provincial and national economies in terms of GDP. The largest employment sectors include Wholesale & Retail Trade, Manufacturing, Healthcare & Social Assistance, Construction, and Forestry, Fishing, Mining and Oil & Gas.

The dream of owning a home can become a reality in Prince George, where the average cost of a single-family home well under the costs in other urban areas across Canada.

Prince George’s location offers immediate access to four-season outdoor recreation activities that are complemented by a full range of urban amenities. Whether you prefer a relaxing day at the lake, hiking in an inland cedar rainforest, kayaking, canoeing, playing soccer or hockey, a day of shopping, an evening spent watching live theatre or a symphony performance, or good food at a top-notch local restaurant, Prince George has it all. And the best part is that everything is accessible, with the average round-trip in Prince George being only 30 minutes.

THE OPPORTUNITY: DEAN OF HEALTH SCIENCES
Reporting to the VP, Academic, the Dean of Health Sciences (“Dean”) plays a pivotal leadership role in fostering academic excellence, student success, and community engagement. Through a lens of strategic enrolment management, the Dean has responsibility for leading, guiding, and managing the development and operation of the School of Health Sciences, consistent with the College’s strategic and academic plans, providing leadership and oversight of program delivery excellence. The Dean will oversee multiple academic programs, ensuring alignment with the College’s mission, strategic goals, and community needs. They balance the operational needs of academic programs with visionary leadership to ensure innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement in teaching and learning, as well as student success.

This is an outstanding opportunity for an inclusive, progressive post-secondary leader to make a significant impact in one of the CNC’s core schools. With an emphasis on building culture and engagement, the Dean will work closely with faculty, staff, students, partner organizations, licensors, and CNC’s communities to ensure the School of Health Sciences remains vital and relevant. The Dean will also work across CNC, in partnership with other faculty, staff, and administrators to collaboratively achieve the broader College mission and objectives.

Nature and Scope:
• Inspires a commonly held school vision and provides leadership in planning, supported by the Associate Dean, establishing goals, priorities and procedures;
• Provides leadership and oversight in teaching excellence, curriculum and faculty development;
• Accountable for budgeting, resource allocation and the overall financial management of the School;
• Responsible for the management of human resources, including faculty, operational, and excluded staff;
• Liaises with regulatory bodies and external partners with respect to programming and partnerships;
• Collaborates within the School with Program Coordinators and faculty, as well as with other Deans, Directors, and Executive Leadership;
• Actively engages in contributing to and accomplishing the vision, mission, and goals of the College and in supporting the aspirations and needs of its learners; and
• Promotes a positive work atmosphere by interacting in a professional manner that demonstrates mutual respect with students and colleagues.

Key Responsibilities:
• Articulates a shared vision, mission and goals for the School, consistent with the College’s Strategic and Academic Plans, and based on current best practices;
• Participates in advising, coordinating, and decision-making on College-wide operational and strategic matters;
• Keeps the School advised of institutional directions and strategies which have an impact on departmental and School planning;
• Develops operating procedures , policies, and communications within the School and, where appropriate, in the College; ensures decisions are communicated within the School and College and the external community;
• Mentors faculty, staff, and Associate Deans with respect to institutional policies and procedures, governance, and teaching;
• Participates in the Academic Plan development;
• Provides leadership in teaching excellence, curriculum and faculty development;
• Ensures the quality and integrity of programs and academic offerings within the School;
• Oversees academic program review, renewal, and the assessment of program outcomes;
• Promotes learning-centered approaches where a culturally inclusive environment facilitates respect, equality, and understanding;
• Provides leadership in new program and curriculum development, including resource al-location and advice, as required;
• Keeps the VP, Academic and other senior-level administrators advised of initiatives and interests of the School which require coordination and support across the institution;
• Co-leads and collaborates with regional campuses in regards to program delivery and improvement;
• Within a matrix reporting structure, works collaboratively with leaders and managers on other campuses to provide consistent direction on work functions, processes, and standards;
• Monitors enrolment and retention of students within the School and devises, in consultation with faculty and Student Services, strategies for managing and enhancing both;
• Analyzes enrollment trends and data to inform decision-making and strategic planning; ensures SEM is integrated across the division;
• Utilizes data to forecast future enrollment and adjust strategies to meet institutional targets;
• Pursues partnerships and revenue generating opportunities within the School and College, and with other domestic and international institutions or organizations;
• Builds and maintains strong partnerships with local businesses, industries, and community organizations to ensure relevant academic programs that meet workforce needs;
• Engages with government agencies, educational institutions, and other partners to advocate for the College’s interests and enhance opportunities for students;
• Establishes and participates in program and advisory committees engaging in college-wide, community consultation initiatives;
• Leads the development of the annual depart-mental plan, including budget planning and management of financial resources, including equipment, staffing and facilities;
• In consultation with Associate Deans, provides oversight with the School timetable and work-load allocations;
• Develops a staffing plan for the School that balances resources, opportunities, and limitations to advance the strategic plan of the College;
• Monitors staff and faculty succession plans, and is responsible for managing hiring within the School in accordance with college policies and procedures as well as collective agreements, and chairing committees as required;
• Orients new staff to all aspects of the School and faculty to instructional responsibilities;
• Responsible for faculty and staff evaluations and where necessary, in collaboration with Human Resources, designs and implements performance improvement plans;
• Act as a resource to faculty, staff, on academic and professional matters and effectively facilitate problem solving and conflict resolution in a sensitive and professional manner;
• Responsible for advising / mentoring students, addressing student appeals, and administering the Academic Conduct Policy and Procedures;
• Ensures compliance with academic standards, accreditation requirements, and legislation;
• Collaborates with Student Affairs and Student Services to create an inclusive, supportive, and accessible learning environment;
• Champions initiatives that promote equity, diversity, inclusion and belonging across the institution;
• Ensures that the College’s commitment to reconciliation with Indigenous communities is integrated into academic practices, programs and policies;
• Attends and provides advice as requested at all relevant internal and external committee meetings;
• Represents the School on Education Council, other committees, and external meetings;
• Administers of collective agreements within the School; and
• Provides input on contract negotiations and serves on contract negotiating committee when requested.

THE PERSON:
The ideal candidate should be a humble, skilled leader who is well experienced with the complexities of post-secondary administration. Possessing an inclusive and collaborative leadership style, they build engagement with both staff and external partners by creating a true team environment, leveraging the considerable expertise that exists within CNC. The Dean should be decisive and possess sufficient planning expertise and team leadership skills to assist CNC with complex decisions and guide employees through challenging initiatives. The Dean should leverage their experience with healthcare service providers, licensors, and partners to build relevant, world-class educational offerings for students.

Professional and Personal Qualifications:
• Master’s degree in a related field;
• Minimum of 3 years managerial experience plus 5 years of post-secondary teaching experience; a combination of other relevant leadership experience may be considered;
• Experience in strategic planning and the development and implementation of operational plans;
• Understanding of current instructional methods, best practices in the classroom, and educational technology;
• Proven track record of curriculum review and development;
• Understanding of the principles and practices of quality assurance, program review and renewal;
• Demonstrated experience in strategic enrolment management and with student success initiatives;
• Considerable knowledge of and experience with budgetary processes;
• Proven ability to foster strong relationships with external partners, including industry, government, licensors, and community organizations;
• Working knowledge of and experience with the administration of collective agreements;
• Demonstrated commitment to the values of equity, diversity, inclusion and belonging, with experience leading related initiatives; experience working with Indigenous communities and a commitment to Truth and Reconciliation;
• Impeccable interpersonal and communication skills;
• Demonstrated ability to work with individuals in a variety of consultative and collaborative processes;
• Superior ability to develop and apply College, government, agency, and departmental policies, procedures and guidelines, and collective agreements;
• Ability to think and lead creatively and strategically;
• Demonstrated ability to develop, motivate and empower a team; and
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.

Competencies and Personal Characteristics:
Culturally Grounded and Inclusive – Leads with kindness and with values that are grounded in Indigenous cultural teachings and ways of being; with humility and respect, seeks and includes diverse perspectives in decision making.
Leadership – Achieves desired organizational results by encouraging and supporting the contribution of others; a proactive and positive team player who leads by example; sets and communicates clear goals.
Influential and Collaborative – Has an honest, open, and consistent approach to working with others, possesses strong relationship and interpersonal skills, and has the ability to build relationships and develop/ maintain partnerships.
Communication – Clearly presents written and verbal information; writes with clarity and purpose; communicates effectively in both positive and negative circumstances; listens well.
Integrity and Honesty – Demonstrates a resolute commitment and respect for the spirit and intent behind the core values of the organization, setting an example of professionalism and ethical propriety.
Accountable – Holds self and others accountable for responsibilities; focuses on results and measuring attainment of outcomes in a business focus.
Creativity and Learning – Develops new insights into situations; questions conventional approaches; encourages innovation; possesses a passion for learning, development, and growth.
Effective Working Relationships – Treats staff, colleagues, and visitors with respect; resolves conflicts respectfully, diplomatically, and in a timely manner; negotiates effectively, and provides effective feedback to colleagues/employees.
Strategic – Develops and implements a plan in support of organizational strategic direction. Demonstrates an understanding of the link between one’s job responsibilities and overall organizational goals and needs and performs one’s job with broad-er goals in mind.
People Development – Fosters learning and development of others through coaching, managing performance, and mentoring; has a genuine desire to develop others and help them succeed; formally and informally recognizes staff and colleagues.

CNC is dedicated to developing and maintaining a barrier-free environment and promoting diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging in the workplace. We are working to better embrace differences, create opportunities, and improve access. We believe in a space where all voices can be heard, and we can learn from each other. CNC will continue to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment.

CNC values diversity as a strength and strives to be an equitable and inclusive college community of students and employees. The College is an Equal Opportunity Employer that adheres to the BC Human Rights Code which protects against discrimination based on Indigenous identity, race, colour, ancestry, place of origin, religion, marital status, family status, physical and mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or age. CNC also recognizes and honors UNDRIP, the TRC Calls to Actions and the BC Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples’ Act. Going beyond legislation, CNC recognizes the historical and persistent inequities that many people of marginalized groups have faced in society and in the workplace.

COMPENSATION:
A competitive compensation package will be provided including an attractive salary and excellent benefits. The salary range is $116,941 to a control point of $155,922. Details can be discussed in an interview.

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