Associate Dean, Faculty of Science at Kwantlen Polytechnic University

We are currently seeking an Associate Dean to join our Faculty of Science team. This is a five year term position.

Job Overview
This position reports to the Dean, Faculty of Science. Reporting directly to this position are including but not limited to Laboratory Supervisors, Laboratory Instructors, Laboratory Technicians, Instructional Associates, Instrumentation Specialists, Horticulture Technicians, Program Assistants and the KPU Farm Coordinator. The Associate Dean is an integral member of the Faculty of Science leadership team, working closely with the Dean and the Divisional Business Manager to provide strategic and day-to-day administrative and educational leadership to a group of diverse departments and disciplines.

Why Join the Faculty of Science as an Associate Dean 
KPU is a teaching-focused institution, and the Faculty of Science specializes in providing hands-on training across a diverse range of sciences. As an Associate Dean, you will be advancing the academic mission of the institution, and helping give faculty and staff the tools they need to create a positive learning environment. The Faculty of Science has a supportive, collegial leadership team that encourages risk-taking and personal growth. To learn more https://www.kpu.ca/science

Education and Experience

• A Ph.D. in a related discipline is preferred. A Master’s degree is a minimum requirement;
• At least five (5) years of teaching experience in a post-secondary environment, including significant committee work and leadership experience;
• Experience working in a teaching-intensive post-secondary institution is an asset;
• Experience working in a unionized academic environment preferred;
• Or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Demonstrated ability to provide leadership and direction, analyze situations, and develop effective solutions.
• Outstanding interpersonal communication skills and a record of effective working relationships.
• Demonstrated ability to build leadership capacity in the Faculty by hiring, mentoring, and coaching faculty.
• Ability to respond well to working under pressure and resolve complex issues in an effective manner.
• Knowledge of academic programs, and a commitment to academic excellence; ability to advance the quality and content of programs, courses, initiatives and the student learning experience.
• Strong organizational skills applicable to operational and logistical tasks,
• Knowledge of faculty management processes and a demonstrated ability to set a tone of support and respect.
• Ability to travel between campuses is required.

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 above compensation range is the span between the minimum and maximum base salary for a position.  Typically, initial salary placement is approximately halfway between the minimum and the maximum.  This 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 with consideration given to internal equity.

Application: Please apply with a professional resume and cover letter