Canadore College, Vice President, Academic

POSITION TYPE:Full Time

COMPETITION:39/19

POSITION SUMMARY:

Canadore College’s history has been shaped upon an unwavering focus on student success. The college has built a strong reputation for providing a world-class education. Canadore provides access to over 75 quality full-time and apprenticeship programs to students from over 400 communities across the province, Canada and around the world. Each year approximately 1,000 graduates join a network of more than 45,000 alumni working across the globe as the world’s next leaders, social citizens, innovators, entrepreneurs and catalysts for economic health, sustainability and growth.

Canadore College is seeking a Vice President, Academic (VPA). The Vice President is the senior academic officer of the College and is responsible for the planning, organizing, staffing, and managing of all the College’s academic operations. The position is accountable for the development, content, currency, delivery, and standards of all the College’s post-secondary and non-post-secondary full-time and part-time academic programs and services. The position is accountable for all applied research activities in the College and for effective development and management of partnerships, joint offerings and articulation agreements between the College and other academic institutions, businesses and community organizations as they pertain to the academic divisions. The VPA is an organizational leader who participates in the overall management of the College as a member of the President’s senior management team.

Qualified candidates must hold a Master’s level degree. Candidates must also have a strong understanding of the process of learning, the student challenges in today’s classroom, and of the development of learning models for post-secondary institutions is required. As the ideal candidate, you have an in-depth understanding of Indigenous communities and what First Nations students require in order to be successful. You bring an understanding of, and experience with, international education and partnership development. You possess strong skills in the areas of judgment, communication, collaboration, interpersonal skills, problem solving, administration management, teaching, presentation skills, adult education, human relations and negotiating.

To explore this key leadership position at Canadore College further, please contact Jane Griffith or Krutika Hotwani at krutika.hotwani@odgersberndtson.com or submit your resume and related information in confidence online at https://www.odgersberndtson.com/en/careers/15849 .

Canadore College is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005, upon request, accommodation will be provided by both Odgers Berndtson and Canadore College throughout the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process to applicants with disabilities.

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Photographer, Graphic/Digital Media Designer

Marketing Department

Location: College Drive Campus – North Bay

POSITION TYPE:Contract

COMPETITION:68/19

POSITION SUMMARY:

35 hours per week; approx. 12-month assignment

SUPERVISOR – ACADEMIC SUCCESS

Student Success Services

Location: College Drive Campus – North Bay

POSITION TYPE:Full Time

COMPETITION:72/19

POSITION SUMMARY:

Reporting to the Director, Student Experience and Success, the Supervisor – Academic Success will be accountable for the strategic planning, operationalizing and directing of integrated, multi-campus services supporting student success through the following functional areas of Student Success Services:

Accessibility Services (including adaptive technology and alternative format services and support)
Peer and Professional tutoring
Testing

The Supervisor will make day-to-day operating decisions such as resolution support or development of accommodations in complex circumstances considering the essential requirements of the program of the student, due process and effective cost management.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Four (4) year Degree in Education or other Degree with emphasis in adult learning theory or closely related field; Learning Disability Specialist and/or English as a Second Language (ESL) Certification highly desirable
Minimum five (5) years of progressive leadership experience in administration and the supervision in the delivery of human services programs; completion of specific coursework and supervised practice in accessibility preferred
Demonstrated knowledge of the psycho-social and psycho-educational assessment process
Knowledge of the availability and application of disability-related assistive devices and community-based programs and services
Experience in public sector and/or experience within the post-secondary environment is preferred in areas of administration, coordination, developing, planning and monitoring all aspects of a tutoring program
Experience in recruiting, training and evaluating of tutors
Experience in reviewing, evaluating and assisting in the selection of materials used in tutoring and supplemental learning
Familiarity with CRLA and NTA certification and assessment methods
Familiarity with D2L or other Learning Management Systems
Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with students, faculty, staff from diverse backgrounds
Financial administration in a transfer payment organization
Knowledge in the use of word-processing and database computer software applications and assistive technology
Strong client focus with an awareness of and sensitivity to diversity

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Administer, monitor and prepare input to Student Experience and Success Department budget with accountability for the Student Success Services office budget
Set mandate and approve operational procedures and expenditures related to Student Services
Approve the acquisition of accessibility resources including publications, computer interactive software and hardware and provide regular and ongoing performance of technology
Oversee proposal creation, organization and facilitation of the Summer Transitions Program and prioritize and assign projects to staff within the Student Success Service Department
Evaluate the effectiveness and efficiency of programs and services which are delivered under the auspices of the Student Success Services Department

A cover letter together with a current resume, quoting the above competition number, will be accepted by the Organizational Development and Talent Management Department, Room C343, or by E-Mail at careers@canadorecollege.ca , or Fax: 705-474-8005, until 12:00 p.m., Friday, October 25, 2019.

Canadore College is committed to diversity, inclusion and equity.

While we thank all applicants, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

PROFESSORS

Location: AVIATION CAMPUS – NORTH BAY

POSITION TYPE:Part Time

COMPETITION:73/19

POSITION SUMMARY:

Winter Semester – January to April 2020

AMT - Aviation Technician – Aircraft Maintenance
AVN - Aviation Technician – Avionics Maintenance
ASR - Aircraft Structural Repair Technician

3 – 6 hours/week (part-time) and 12+ hours/week assignments

QUALIFICATIONS:

Valid Aircraft Maintenance Engineer License; Category M or E or S depending on the program/courses
Experience in the applicable specialty in accordance with STD566
Minimum 7 years recent field experience in avionics and/or advanced composite manufacturing and repair
Minimum 2 years of teaching experience, or equivalent, preferably in a college setting
Experience in non-destructive testing methods is an asset
Instructional techniques training would be an asset
Demonstrated passion for teaching, learning, and student success
Demonstrated knowledge of student success strategies in a postsecondary setting
Highly effective communication, presentation, and organizational skills
Evidence of commitment to the success of all learners

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Plan, deliver and evaluate effective learning related to Aviation Technician - Avionics Maintenance courses

Work closely with students and colleagues to provide an optimal learning environment.
Perform all responsibilities associated with the learning environment including preparation, delivery and evaluation of theory and practical learning activities.

A cover letter together with a current resume, quoting the above competition number, will be accepted by the Organizational Development and Talent Management Department, Room C343, or by E-Mail at careers@canadorecollege.ca , or Fax: 705-474-8005, until 12:00 p.m., October 31, 2019.

Canadore College is committed to diversity, inclusion and equity.

While we thank all applicants, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

PUBLIC RELATIONS & COMMUNICATIONS SPECIALIST

POSITION TYPE:Full Time

COMPETITION:74/19

POSITION SUMMARY:

Reporting to the Manager, Office of the President, the Public Relations and Communications Specialist will provide leadership and oversight of the College’s internal and external communications including informational, media and promotional activities to foster the College image and brand in support of the strategic direction. The Specialist will establish and implement college communication plans to strategically identified audiences to share and reinforce desired college correspondence and connections with a variety of stakeholders.

The Specialist will promote the institution to all levels of government and other external stakeholders to ensure that the college and its stakeholders are well positioned and understood as well as celebrated for delivering on strategic directions.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Three (3) year post-secondary education in Marketing, Advertising, Media, Public Relations, Communications or a related field
Five (5) years of relevant, progressive experience in a large complex operating environment with multiple and diverse stakeholders with related project and budget management expertise
Superior written and verbal communication skills with proven ability to meet organizational targets
Progressive experience with media platforms, trends and analytics
Demonstrated ability to translate complex issues (government policy) into understandable text and/or terms
Proven ability to deliver key outcomes supporting established strategies
Demonstrated project management skills to manage multiple relationships and needs of various stakeholders
Proficiency using Microsoft Office Suite of programs
Demonstrated ability and comfort working in an environment of continuous improvement and innovation
Strength in developing collegial working relationships within the organization and with external stakeholders
Flexible schedule to work some evenings and weekends as required
Bilingualism considered an asset

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Act as the primary media relations contact for Canadore
Effectively tell the Canadore story to a broad spectrum of audiences
Plan the college’s internal and external communications approach including informational, media, and promotional activities
Advise and share strategic communications activities with college community members
Provide direction and guidance to college staff on the tone and timing of key messaging around issues and opportunities that affect the corporate image and reputation of the college
Liaise with members of the television and film production industry as the primary contact for the institution, negotiating site rentals, interface opportunities and contracts in collaboration with other college departments
Develop relations with all levels of government to ensure that the college and its stakeholders are well positioned and understood and celebrated for delivering on strategic directions
Liaise, plan and promote the college to government by strategically linking college objectives to government priorities and make connections between appropriate members of the college and external audiences
Supervise all aspects of internal communications including the provision of external communications including media releases, media kits and promotional opportunities while maintaining positive working relationships with members of the media
Plan visits of external delegations; ensuring high quality, well prepared interactions for all attendees
Coordinate special events for the President’s Office including activities such as funding announcements, grand openings, employee recognition events and other like functions
Liaise regularly with the Supervisor, Marketing and Social Media on activities and functions of shared interest to leverage activities in a common direction
Work with the Office of the President to establish, monitor and report on metrics

A cover letter together with a current resume, quoting the above competition number, will be accepted by the Organizational Development and Talent Management Department, Room C343, or by E-Mail at careers@canadorecollege.ca , or
Fax: 705-474-8005, until 12:00 p.m., October 31, 2019.

Canadore College is committed to diversity, inclusion and equity.

While we thank all applicants, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.