The Opportunity

The Faculty of Health is seeking an experienced and collaborative academic leader to serve as Associate Dean. This is a pivotal leadership role offering the opportunity to shape the Faculty’s academic direction, support faculty and student success, and help advance health education in a dynamic post-secondary environment. Reporting to the Dean, the Associate Dean works closely with academic and administrative partners to provide strategic guidance, oversee program and curriculum excellence, support faculty development, and foster a positive and inclusive learning environment.

Key responsibilities include:

Providing leadership in collaborative long-term planning to advance Faculty and University goals and priorities.
Facilitating the development and implementation of new initiatives to meet evolving health education needs.
Overseeing curriculum development, program review, revision, and academic program change processes.
Supporting Faculty of Health accreditation activities and ensuring program quality and compliance.
Reviewing academic program enrollment trends and coordinating course offerings.
Preparing and reviewing academic content for the University calendar and other publications.
Chairing faculty and BCGEU search committees and overseeing recruitment, hiring, orientation, retention, and assignment of faculty and staff.
Managing faculty workload assignments, instructional hours, course scheduling, and coverage arrangements.
Administering faculty evaluation processes and supervising assigned campus personnel.
Supporting faculty renewal forecasting and contributing to succession planning.
Encouraging and supporting research and scholarship within the Faculty.
Responding to and resolving student complaints, appeals, and academic integrity matters.
Reviewing and interpreting University and Faculty policies and ensuring student compliance.
Administering collective agreements and representing management in the grievance process.
Consulting with Human Resources Services on labour relations and collective agreement interpretation.
Supporting the Divisional Business Manager in developing and monitoring operating and capital budgets and approving expenditures as delegated.
Serving on Faculty, division, and University committees and representing the Faculty of Health internally and externally.
Performing related duties as assigned.

What You Bring

You are a collaborative and experienced academic leader with a deep understanding of post-secondary education and the unique dynamics of teaching-intensive environments. You bring strategic thinking, sound judgment, and a people-centred leadership style that balances long-term priorities with day-to-day operational demands. You communicate clearly, build trust across departments, and lead with integrity, respect, and accountability.

We’re looking for someone who:

Holds a Master’s degree in a related discipline (Doctorate preferred).
Has proven success in progressively responsible academic leadership roles.
Has at least five (5) years of teaching experience, preferably in a post-secondary environment.
Has experience working in a unionized academic environment and administering collective agreements.
Demonstrates strong leadership, sound judgment, and the ability to analyze complex academic and operational issues.
Possesses deep knowledge of academic health programs, curriculum development, quality assurance, and accreditation processes.
Has experience with faculty recruitment, evaluation, workload planning, mentoring, and succession planning.
Is an effective communicator and relationship builder who collaborates across departments and stakeholder groups.
Brings experience with budgeting, resource planning, and operational oversight.
Demonstrates strong organizational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities under pressure.
Fosters inclusive, collaborative, and respectful academic and work environments.

The Location

KPU is a multi-campus institution. The Faculty of Health has programs located on the Langley and Richmond campus, however travel to the other campuses and to off-site locations is required.

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Application Process

To apply for this opportunity, please submit your cover letter and resume as one document via KPU’s Career Centre.

For inquiries or recommendations related to this position, please contact:

Evita Gandhi
Interim Talent Acquisition Specialist
Email: evita.gandhi@kpu.ca

Under the direction of the Dean and, when required, in consultation with campus leadership within the College region, the Associate Dean provides day-to-day operational management of designated program areas within the school which includes the planning, organizing, staffing, and managing resources for assigned programs. This role provides a perspective and analysis of academic and educational requirements for assigned portfolios within their School ensuring effective, relevant and inclusive delivery of learning opportunities that support student success.

NATURE & SCOPE:
• This role leads, plans, implements within alignment with the school’s vision and the Deans priority in providing strategic leadership in the planning, and establishing goals, priorities and procedures of their assigned school.
• This position is responsible for the day-to-day management within the assigned portfolio, including faculty and operational staff.
• The Associate Dean works consultatively with the Dean and Faculty Coordinators from assigned program areas in the strategic planning process; formulating and implementing the strategic vision for the school; and works closely with coordinators, faculty, and operational employees to operationalize the school’s strategic initiatives that supports the College’s strategic and academic plans.
• As an educational administrator, the Associate Dean is responsible for the day-to-day operational management, guidance, and direction of specific programs within the assigned School.
• The Associate Dean provides on-going leadership, academic and student-centered perspective and analysis pertinent to the academic and educational requirements, needs, and development of assigned programs.
• You will be part of a team actively engaged in contributing to and accomplishing the vision, mission, and goals of the College and in supporting the aspirations and needs of our learners.
• You will promote a positive work atmosphere by interacting and communicating in a professional manner that demonstrates mutual respect with students and colleagues.

For full details and/or to apply, please visit our Career Website – https://cnc.peopleadmin.ca/postings/10165

If you require an accommodation during any stage of our recruitment process, please contact hr@cnc.bc.ca to let us know how we can assist you.

Under the direction of the Dean and, when required, in consultation with campus leadership within the College region, the Associate Dean provides day-to-day operational management of designated program areas within the school which includes the planning, organizing, staffing, and managing resources for assigned programs. This role provides a perspective and analysis of academic and educational requirements for assigned portfolios within their School ensuring effective, relevant and inclusive delivery of learning opportunities that support student success.

NATURE & SCOPE:
• This role leads, plans, implements within alignment with the school’s vision and the Deans priority in providing strategic leadership in the planning, and establishing goals, priorities and procedures of their assigned school.
• This position is responsible for the day-to-day management within the assigned portfolio, including faculty and operational staff.
• The Associate Dean works consultatively with the Dean and Faculty Coordinators from assigned program areas in the strategic planning process; formulating and implementing the strategic vision for the school; and works closely with coordinators, faculty, and operational employees to operationalize the school’s strategic initiatives that supports the College’s strategic and academic plans.
• As an educational administrator, the Associate Dean is responsible for the day-to-day operational management, guidance, and direction of specific programs within the assigned School.
• The Associate Dean provides on-going leadership, academic and student-centered perspective and analysis pertinent to the academic and educational requirements, needs, and development of assigned programs.
• You will be part of a team actively engaged in contributing to and accomplishing the vision, mission, and goals of the College and in supporting the aspirations and needs of our learners.
• You will promote a positive work atmosphere by interacting and communicating in a professional manner that demonstrates mutual respect with students and colleagues.

For full details and/or to apply, please visit our Career Website – https://cnc.peopleadmin.ca/postings/10164

If you require an accommodation during any stage of our recruitment process, please contact hr@cnc.bc.ca to let us know how we can assist you.

We are currently seeking a Director, Alumni Affairs to join our Alumni Affairs team.

The Director of Alumni Affairs is a dual-role position that will manage and develop Alumni Affairs at Kwantlen Polytechnic University (KPU) as well as provide dedicated support to the KPU Alumni Association (KPUAA) and its members.

The Director, Alumni Affairs has strategic oversight of Alumni Affairs at KPU and plays a key role in developing a passionate, connected community of KPU Alumni. The Director uses their extensive knowledge of KPU alumni within key alumni markets to develop a plan to increase Alumni engagement by solidifying the relationships between KPU and its Alumni. Further, the Director is responsible for the planning and implementation of programs and projects that strategically engage alumni. The Office of Alumni Affairs operationalizes the strategic plan of the KPU Alumni Association, and the Director leads this effort.

Serving as an ambassador, the Director, Alumni Affairs is charged with engaging alumni and securing commitments from them to engage with their alma mater in a variety of ways. The Director collaborates with colleagues in the University’s Faculties and appropriate administrative divisions (including, but not limited to Co-op and Career Services, the Future Students’ Office, and the Office of Advancement) to create and maintain pathways for alumni participation that advance the goals of the University. This includes actively engaging with future alumni before they graduate.

The Director, Alumni Affairs will also provide leadership to the KPU Alumni Association in promoting its goals and aspirations. As support to the Board of Directors, this position provides leadership in the area of governance, fundraising and resource development, strategic planning and implementation, financial oversight, and program and project support. The Director ensures the recruitment, succession planning, training, and development of alumni volunteers, including those serving on the Board of Directors.

Education and Experience

Bachelor’s degree in a related field, Master’s preferred.
A minimum of seven years of experience in alumni relations with demonstrated accomplishment in engaging alumni and future alumni, fostering productive relationships with volunteers and developing volunteer leadership.
A minimum of five years of management/leadership experience in a post-secondary setting.
Project management experience would be considered an asset.
Or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Proven leadership abilities, including experience working with a volunteer board of directors
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, together with the ability to work collaboratively and courteously with colleagues throughout the University, alumni, volunteers, other constituents, and the public.
Excellent verbal and presentation skills.
Strong interpersonal and intercultural skills; an appreciation for diversity and adaptability to different groups and cultures.
The demonstrated ability to strategize, implement and build constituency programs and activities, along with a talent for motivating volunteers.
Demonstrably strong writing, planning and organizational skills and a collaborative problem-solving approach.
Flexibility and initiative, as well as the ability to work independently, combined with the skills for thriving in a team environment to achieve institutional goals.
Experience in initiating, planning, implementing, and evaluating Alumni engagement programs.
Demonstrated ability to set priorities and be creative in an environment where resources are generally outstripped by demand.
Ability to organize and complete multiple tasks simultaneously with close attention to detail and the ability to prioritize to meet deadlines.
Experience with Budget development and management.
High degree of professional and ethical standards for handling confidential information, including a shared donor database.
High level of competency in computer, software, and technology skills to maximize organizational goals.
Experience with Blackbaud NXT or a similar constituent database.
Strong working knowledge of B.C.’s Societies Act and any other relevant legislation.
Knowledge and connection to corporate and not-for-profit sectors in the Lower Mainland.
Understanding of the post-secondary sector and its associated government regulations.
Intercampus and community travel is required, possession of a valid driver’s license and access to a vehicle is preferred.

Competencies

Leadership: KPU employees inspire, coach, mentor, and support students, employees and KPU as a whole in achieving objectives.
Accountability: KPU employees demonstrate fiscal accountability and take ownership for their actions, decisions and results.
Continuous Improvement: KPU employees take a creative approach to opportunities, exploring unique ways to create optimal value for the KPU community
Collaboration: KPU employees work in functional and cross-functional teams, coming together to solve complex issues and accomplish objectives that will benefit the KPU community.

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Salary Information

The compensation range is the span between the minimum and maximum base salary (as listed above) for a position. Approximately halfway between the minimum and the maximum represents an employee that possesses full job knowledge, qualifications and experience for the position. In the normal course, employees will be hired, transferred or promoted between the minimum and approximately halfway of the salary range for a job. Annual salary increases are available through participation in the Administrative Performance Management program

Total Rewards

As a part of our total rewards offerings, KPU also offers extended health and dental benefits, healthcare spending account, generous vacation package, defined pension plan, parenthood top-up, sick leave, long-term disability, life insurance, professional development days, tuition waiver, inhouse training & development, inter-campus transportation, and more!

Note: Eligibility requirements apply, benefits may vary depending on the employee group the position belongs to and whether the position offered is temporary or part-time.

Visit https://www.kpu.ca/hr for more information on KPU’s workplace, culture and total rewards.

Note to Applicants

Kwantlen Polytechnic University welcomes and encourages applications from equity deserving groups and diverse experiences including, but not limited to, Indigenous people, racialized people, people with disabilities, and members of the 2S/LGBTQIA+ community.

If there are any barriers that you are experiencing or an accommodation that we can provide to support you through the application process, please reach out to us at talentacquisition@kpu.ca.

Kwantlen Polytechnic University is committed to protecting the safety and welfare of employees, students, and the general public, and upholding the reputation and integrity of the University. For this reason, final applicants will be asked to undergo a background check.

We thank all applicants for their interest in employment with KPU. Only candidates who are legally eligible to work in Canada will be considered; only those selected for an interview will be contacted.