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 Niagara on the Lake and Welland. 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 Hospitality and Tourism, Culinary, Tourism and Beverage Division, located at the Daniel J. Patterson 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 Culinary, Tourism and Beverage Studies, the successful candidate works collaboratively with a high-performance divisional team to lead in the development, delivery and ongoing review of the full-time and part-time post-secondary programs and services in the department. The Associate Dean will ensure that the programs are effectively and efficiently delivered, meeting Ministry, CVS or PEQAB standards, and are relevant to the needs of college students. The School of Hospitality and Tourism offers a range of programs including Hospitality - Hotel and Restaurant Operations, Hospitality and Tourism Management, Tourism Management – Business Development, Esthetician, and our Honours Bachelor of Business Administration in Hospitality. The programs are all offered in classroom, specialized labs, and sensory facilities.
The Associate Dean is responsible for planning and implementing the academic delivery of School of Hospitality and Tourism courses and programs, in line with 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 as they 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 on college-wide committees are also responsibilities of the Associate Dean.
Required Qualifications:
Preferred candidates may also possess:
This position requires primarily on-campus work.
A Job Fact Sheet is available for review from Human Resources during the posting period. Please contact humres@niagaracollege.ca to request a copy.
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/.
While we thank all applicants, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
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.