Opportunities

Salary Information

HL24 - $84,873.00 - $110,335.26 per annum.

Duties and Responsibilities

• As a member of the School management team, actively engages in and contributes to the annual budget and business planning processes, ensuring academic planning and program development needs are reflected in operational, facility, and administrative planning efforts.
• Plays a key role in program planning, development, and resource allocation, advising the Dean on emerging program opportunities, potential risks, and the need for capital equipment and related resources.
• Acts as the official point of contact responsible for ensuring adherence to and enhancement of program quality and accreditation standards, including maintaining compliance with faculty qualifications for teaching assignments.
• Ensures high-quality instruction, adherence to accreditation standards, and identifies professional development opportunities.
• Provides program-related guidance and support to campus faculty and instructional staff, fostering a culture of academic excellence, continuous improvement, and innovation in program delivery.
• Encourages the identification, evaluation, and adoption of superior program delivery models, promoting a "One College" approach to consistent program delivery while respecting the unique characteristics of each campus setting.
• Actively participates in College-wide initiatives aimed at promoting consistent program delivery and academic standards across the College system.
• Develops and maintains effective relationships with academic stakeholders and partners at the provincial level, both public and private, particularly concerning student placements, work terms, and internships.

Screening Criteria

• Undergraduate degree in Sustainable Development, Environmental Science, Environmental Studies, Sustainability, or a related area.
• Recent relevant work experience in the field of Sustainable Development.
• Master’s Degree in Post-Secondary Education, Educational Leadership, or related Sustainable Development field. (asset).
• An equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.

Assessment Criteria

• Understanding of program planning & review, accreditation, development, and delivery.
• Understanding of the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and their applicability to the College of the North Atlantic.
• Ability to understand and apply sustainability tracking and rating systems, such as STARS (Sustainability Tracking, Assessment & Rating System) or equivalents.
• Knowledge of pedagogical principles and educational technology advancements relative to the School of Sustainable Development.
• Ability to clearly communicate information, ideas, and feedback.
• Ability to guide, motivate, and inspire teams or individuals toward achieving common goals.
• Organizational skills, with an ability to muti-task & prioritize.
• Ability to analyze and apply complex documentation to ensure program quality, meeting curriculum, industry, government, accreditation, and certification standards.
• Interpersonal skills to provide the necessary level of support and foster a cooperative working environment.
• Ability to cultivate strong partnerships with a variety of stakeholders including academic, business, industry, and alumni partners.
• Collaborative decision-making skills with a focus on academic excellence and developing student-centered programming.

Conditions of Offer

• When requested by the Employer, a recent and satisfactory Certificate of Conduct must be provided.
• Verification of credentials and applicable licenses, certifications, and/or professional memberships as required for the position.

Conditions of Acceptance

College of the North Atlantic (CNA) recognizes the importance of and is committed to offering flexible work arrangements to its employees. The successful applicant may qualify for a telework arrangement within the province, subject to eligibility criteria. Where appropriate, consideration may be given to a primarily remote, hybrid, or ad-hoc arrangement. However, as a place-based organization, candidates are expected to report to the specified work location identified in this job posting, as all positions will involve some degree of on-site work, unless otherwise indicated.

Applicant Information

• This position provides flexibility in location, with consideration being given to candidates requesting to work from any one of our campuses throughout the province.
• Applications must be submitted online through https://www.cna.nl.ca/careers/opportunities on or before the closing date stated for this job posting.
• It is the responsibility of the applicant to submit an application that demonstrates the required screening criteria. Applications that do not clearly and effectively demonstrate the required criteria will be screened out of the competition.
• Preference will be given to applicants who are a Canadian citizen, permanent resident of Canada, or those who are legally entitled to work in Canada.
• Applicants who elect to include a cover letter (optional) must upload cover letter and resumé as a combined document (PDF). Resumés should be in chronological order specifying education and employment in months and years including part-time and full-time employment.
• Information submitted as part of the application process must be clear, factual, and current to date of submission and is subject to verification.
• Applicants will be notified of their status throughout each stage of the recruitment process.
• An offer of employment is conditional upon the satisfactory completion and review of all pre-employment requirements by the College.
• The results from this competition may be used to fill similar vacancies.

Closing Statement

For more information about this job opportunity or should you require an accommodation as part of this recruitment and selection process, please contact Sarah Gaudon, Selection Board Chair, by email at sarah.gaudon@cna.nl.ca.

College of the North Atlantic (CNA) strives to create an organizational culture that welcomes and amplifies diverse perspectives, nurtures belonging and actively seeks to eliminate barriers to equity. We invite all interested individuals to apply, and as part of our shared commitment to the advancement of equity, diversity and inclusion (EDI) as a true reflection of CNA’s core values (Excellence, Integrity, Diversity, Respect and Transparency), we encourage applications from equity-seeking groups including, but not limited to, Indigenous Peoples, racialized persons, persons with disabilities, those who identify as women, and members of 2SLGBTQIA+ communities.

We appreciate your interest in College of the North Atlantic!