Job Description

Located in the heart of the Niagara Region - just minutes from one of the world's most well-known tourism destinations - Niagara College offers more than 130 innovative programs between our campuses in Welland and Niagara-on-the-Lake. Since opening its doors in 1967, Niagara College has grown to become a leader in education and training and one of the most enterprising colleges in Canada.


Applications are invited for the position of Associate Dean, School of Technology in the Media, Trades and Technology Division, located at the Welland Campus. The salary range is $115,032 to $153,374 for a 35-hour work week. Additional hours may be required as necessary.


Reporting to the Dean of Media, Trades and Technology, the successful candidate works collaboratively with a high-performance academic, administrative, and support divisional team to lead in the development, delivery and ongoing review of the full-time and part-time post-secondary and non-post-secondary programs and services in the department. The Associate Dean will ensure that the programs are effectively and efficiently delivered, meet Ministry, CQAAP, CVS, or PEQAB standards, and are relevant to the needs of college students. The School of Technology offers a range of Engineering Technician and Technologist programs, including Civil, Construction, Computer, Electrical, Electronics, Mechanical, Photonics, and Renewable Energies, and outstanding facilities for the delivery of the various programs and the technical training of our students. Faculty, staff, and students actively participate in research and innovation projects. The Associate Dean is also responsible for assisting in the ongoing management of the other Schools in the Division.


The Associate Dean is responsible for planning and implementing the academic delivery of the School of Technology courses and programs, in line with the college budget and enrolment forecasts, while providing leadership in the development and renewal of curriculum, effective hiring and development of faculty, and management of workload assignments. The incumbent will supervise faculty and staff and manage the delivery of courses and programs in the portfolio. This role requires a high degree of collaboration with the Dean, Associate Deans, faculty, and college stakeholders to ensure that courses and programs are delivered effectively and efficiently with a focus on quality and student success. Resolving academic integrity cases, dealing with student issues, attending community and college recruitment events, and participating in college-wide committees are also responsibilities of the Associate Dean.

Qualifications:

Master's degree in a related field of study Minimum 9 years combined experience, which includes management and industry experience Minimum of 5 years of successful teaching at a post-secondary level Experience working with diverse student populations Demonstrated experience in developing student-centered programs and supports Experience with curriculum design and development in a post-secondary/adult environment Proven development abilities in moving academic ideas from conceptual to operational Advanced team building, collaboration, and networking abilities Superior skills in communication, organization, problem solving/conflict resolution, and prioritizing within a multi-faceted role

Preferred candidates may also possess:

Experience in academic leadership Enrollment management and budget experience Experience working in a cross-functional team environment Experience with the supervision of staff within a unionized environment

Salary and Total Rewards:

Pay band range: $115,032 - $153,374 Target hiring salary: $115,032 - $134,203

What we offer:

Defined Benefit pension plan (CAAT) with contributions matched by Niagara College 93% top-up of maternity and parental leave pay for 52 weeks Generous vacation time Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, and paramedical services (massage therapy, acupuncture, naturopathy, psychotherapy, and psychology) Short-term and long-term disability Access to Employee Family Assistance Program, including counseling services, financial literacy services, nutrition advice, and more Employee tuition assistance and dependent tuition subsidy Hybrid work arrangements: a balance of on-campus and remote work

Close Date: July 27, 2025

We also provide a balance of on-campus and remote work through our recently introduced Remote Work Policy. As a place-based organization all positions will involve some degree of on-campus work.


If selected for an interview, candidates must present proof of education (original transcripts/credentials).

Note: Credentials obtained outside of Canada require an evaluation to determine the Canadian educational equivalence. This evaluation must support the educational requirements for the position as a condition of employment. For further information, visit: World Education Services http://www.wes.org/ca/.


Niagara College is strongly committed to diversity and inclusion within its community. We offer an inclusive work environment and welcome applications from all qualified individuals who feel they can further enhance campus diversity and equity efforts.

If requested, accommodations will be made to support applicants with disabilities during the recruitment and selection process.


While we thank all applicants, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.