Opportunities

Salary Information

HL25 - $86,470.00 - $112,410.59 per annum

Duties and Responsibilities

• Leads and oversees the implementation, delivery, evaluation, and quality assurance of academic programs.
• Manages operational and administrative services for designated programs and CCL.
• Reviews program logistics, resources, hiring, and budgets for CCL programs.
• Aligns campus activities with College's strategic objectives, ensuring academic and operational effectiveness.
• Collaborates with the Leadership Team to assess and set campus priorities based on enrolment, trends, and stakeholder input.
• Ensures effective program delivery, faculty retention, and compliance with accreditation standards.
• Oversees support services, facilities, and resources to ensure smooth program operation and staff performance.
• Reviews campus performance, manages resources, and adjusts strategies to meet defined goals.
• Represents the College in the community, promoting its values and building local relationships.
• Builds and maintains relationships with external stakeholders to address emerging needs and support student engagement.
• Collaborates with Deans and industries to develop programs that address regional labor needs and secure funding opportunities.
• Contributes to program design and strategic planning, ensuring relevance through program reviews and advisory committees.
• Monitors and ensures the accreditation process for campus programs.
• Leads initiatives and projects to improve program delivery, operational effectiveness, and student support.

Screening Criteria

• Post-secondary degree in public or business administration with relevant work experience.
• Knowledge of the post-secondary environment, including a wide range of academic programs and essential facilities such as libraries, and childcare.
• Proven expertise in driving the implementation of strategic goals, leading academic planning, and overseeing program development and evaluation processes to ensure continuous improvement.
• Experience in business planning, resource management, risk management, and continuity practices, ensuring efficient and effective management of facilities and building operations.

Assessment Criteria

• Operational and Administrative Expertise: Ability to understand and apply policies & processes to optimize efficiency and ensure smooth program delivery across academic and support services.
• Visionary Leadership and Innovation: Ability to align organizational efforts with strategic goals, driving improvement and inspiring change.
• Academic Programming Management: Skilled in overseeing the planning, execution, and evaluation of programs to ensure quality education and support services.
• Crisis Management and Student Support: Proficient in emergency response and implementing student support services during crises to ensure well-being and continuity.
• Guidance and Conflict Resolution: Capable of addressing student and employee issues, providing clear direction, and fostering a productive environment.
• Community Engagement and Marketing: Ability to build partnerships and driving initiatives that promote the College’s brand and community involvement.
• Stakeholder Relationship Management: Ability to maintain strong relationships with external partners to support institutional goals.
• Program Development and Innovation: Expertise in developing and innovating programs to meet the evolving needs of students and the job market.
• Strategic Planning and Accreditation: Ability to contribute to strategic planning and accreditation processes, ensuring alignment and compliance with standards.
• Organizational Leadership and Decision-Making: Skilled in providing leadership to drive effective decision-making and optimize resource management.
• Interpersonal and Communication Skills: Ability to engage with students, faculty, staff, and stakeholders to foster collaboration and a supportive environment.

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 is located at Prince Philip Drive Campus.
• This competition will be used to fill one full time permanent vacancy & one full time temporary vacancy.
• 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!