Academic Chair, Automotive

Academic Chair, Automotive
Calgary, AB
Academic – School of Manufacturing, Automation & Transportation /
Management Permanent Salary /
Hybrid
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SAIT’s School of Manufacturing, Automation & Transportation provides the skills-based training and development to prepare students for a career in Alberta's rapidly growing oil and gas, transportation, manufacturing and automation sectors. We provide applied learning in action through our trades and technology programs.
The Opportunity
Reporting to the Dean and Associate Dean, the Academic Chair will lead a portfolio of educational programs within School of Transportation. You will oversee the development and delivery of curriculum to adult learners, and nurture relationships with industry partners to ensure high quality, relevant curriculum. Additionally, you will propel continuous improvement activities and entrepreneurial thinking to establish the school as the premiere educational institution in Alberta.
Look forward to collaborating on school and institutional initiatives connected to SAIT’s Strategic Plan and Education Plan in the areas of student success, employee engagement, and innovation in applied education and partnerships.  
The Role

• Enhance curriculum using input from industry partners and best practices from other post-secondary schools to deliver high-quality education
• Lead efforts to establish the school as a recognized center of excellence in the Automotive industry
• Build relationships with established enterprises across multiple industries to understand current and expected future skill needs for workers
• Contribute to industry conferences, workshops, and networking sessions to promote the school as a knowledge leader
• Act as an ambassador for SAIT, the School of Transportation, its students, and alumni in the community
• Grow opportunities for students to participate in work-integrated learning with industry partners or through entrepreneurial ventures
• Direct initiatives in the school that streamline operations and implement unique educational experience
• Oversee faculty and coach them to achieve performance excellence
• Set strategic objectives and direction to support the achievement of short, medium and long term goals
• Resource management, scheduling and recommendations for growth based on market demand to ensure an effective learning environment for learners
• Foster the development of a strong faculty team
• Lead the development of program strategic plan in the area that addresses quality 
• Support and promote initiatives that enhance learner success and retention in the programs, such as active learning, technology-enabled learning, online or blended delivery, etc.
• Support and participate in projects and action research initiatives with faculty, focused on Teaching Excellence and the integration of technology into instructional practice
• Set and meet budget objectives associated with area operation

Qualifications & Experience

• Post-secondary education in a management, education, or related discipline is preferred but not required
• Red seal in automotive is preferred but not required
• 5 years leadership experience in automotive or post-secondary with a broad understanding of current and emerging trends in the Automotive Industry

Skills & Knowledge

• Financial and business acumen with experience leading change in a large organization
• Exceptional product management skills from developing, launching, and continuously improving successful products
• Experience in curriculum development and delivery, or in a faculty/managerial role at a post-secondary institute ideal
• Possess an entrepreneurial mindset with comfort taking risks and identifying new opportunities
• Ability to effectively coach and support employees
• Ability to positively influence and maintain relationships with external stakeholders
• Equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered
• Project management experience and organizational skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills both verbal and written
• Strong leadership capabilities and supervisory experience

Job classification: Academic Chair
Salary: $120,098.48
Paid Leave: 4 Weeks Vacation / 14 Flex Days per year
Hours Per Week: 37.5
Posting closing date: March 1, 2024
View a summary of our benefits and perks for salaried employees as one of Alberta's Top Employers, including health & dental care, pension plan, vacation & special leave and flexible work options at our beautiful inner-city campus.
About SAIT
 
SAIT is a global leader in applied education. Named one of Alberta’s Top Employers , we offer the chance to work with a purpose — preparing the next generation of industry leaders, entrepreneurs, advocates and explorers.
 
Building on our 100+ year history, we’re looking for innovative, bold and collaborative employees who embrace change and deliver world-class customer experiences. Your future starts now at SAIT.
 
Equity, diversity and inclusion (EDI) is essential to achieving SAIT’s vision to be a global leader in applied education. We encourage applications from women, Indigenous people, racialized people, people with disabilities, people from gender and sexually diverse communities, and/or people with intersectional identities. Learn more about EDI at SAIT . 
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