Job Description

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Reporting to and working closely with the Deans, the Director, Academic Operations provides strategic leadership to the schools to achieve goals as outlined in NAIT\'s strategic plan. The Director, Academic Operations is a strong advocate for the school and will assist in the development, enhancement and cultivation of collaborative partnerships with internal stakeholders. As a senior member of the schools\' leadership teams, this position contributes to the schools through participation in the development of business plans, administrative strategies, financial plans, capital/facility planning and performance objectives.

Key Responsibilities:

Responsible for supporting the Dean\'s Office with respect to budgeting, strategic enrolment management, program viability, campus planning, as well as capital & space planning at the school level.

• Monitor, analyze and summarize a variety data plus prepare reports and recommendations.
• Coordinates consistency across schools with respect to budget process, policy and process development, section/enrolment management, space planning, capital equipment and renovation investments and staff planning processes.
• Collaborate with Financial Services staff to ensure school budgets are submitted according to established process/timelines as well as coordinate the submission of quarterly budget forecasts.
• Cooperate with Registrar\'s Office staff to ensure scheduling process, timelines, guiding principles align with school operations. Support a shared strategic enrolment management approach (recruiting, admissions, establishing enrolment targets).
• Coordinate with Marketing & Communications department to ensure alignment between school direction and priorities on brand development, advertising, and website presence.
• Support the new program development process with respect to operational budget, tuition setting, determining viable enrolment levels, and staffing impacts.

Other duties as assigned

Skills & Abilities:

• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
• Employs high degree of initiative and independent judgment
• Excellent leadership and interpersonal skills.
• Effectively collaborate with internal and external client groups.
• Ability to plan and manage a high volume of varied work
• Problem-solving, project and time management skills

Qualifications

• Related post-secondary education or industry designation required
• Minimum 5 years of significant budget oversight experience
• Senior leadership and administrative experience in a post-secondary education setting
• Equivalencies may be considered.

Remuneration: $4,735.60 - $6,273.98 biweekly. Salary will be commensurate with education and experience and will include a comprehensive benefit package.

Please submit a resume and Cover Letter to be considered for this opportunity. Apply online today at nait.ca/careers

About NAIT

At NAIT, people matter.

We\'re proud to have been named one of for 11 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 and are a proud partner of the and Pride at Work Canada.

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.

Health and safety

NAIT continues to encourage everyone coming to our campuses to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and to get their booster shots as soon as they are eligible. Vaccination against COVID-19 remains the best way to prevent severe illness and death, and third doses can boost immunity to improve protection and limit spread.

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 (IQAS)

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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 advise if you require any accommodation during the selection process. Please contact us via email at careers@nait.ca.

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

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