Seneca College - Dean, Faculty of Communication, Art & Design

[Meaghan Howard]

Position: Dean, Faculty of Communication, Art and Design
Department: Faculty of Communication, Art and Design (FCAD)

POSITION SUMMARY:
Reporting to the Vice-President Academic, the Dean, Faculty of Communication, Art and Design (FCAD) is a dynamic, senior leader who works with an inspirational team of administrators and faculty to realize the vision of Seneca's Academic and Strategic Plans. With Schools in Creative Arts, Animation, Fashion, Media, and Liberal Studies, the Dean leads entrepreneurial and applied research initiatives that raise the College’s profile in the community while directing student-centric program delivery and sound administration for the Faculty.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Senior Leadership:
 Maps the future direction of FCAD through the development of a clear, distinct and achievable long-term plan;
 Provides transformational and visionary leadership to ensure FCAD programs are differentiated, offer diverse and transferable skills, and have the resources and facilities required to include distinctive, experiential learning;
 Develops a brand for FCAD that is forward-looking and embodies the future;
 Leads the development of new FCAD programs to address applicant and labour market needs as well as emerging opportunities for international, cross-disciplinary and technology-enabled offerings;
 Leads the development and implementation of entrepreneurial and applied research initiatives;
 Leads the development of mutually beneficial relationships with local industry as well as cultural, community and municipal partners, to develop new programs and establish outstanding opportunities for Seneca students;
 Serves as a member of the Deans committee;
 Represents the College on provincial and national committees in the communication, art and design sector.
Operational Management:
 Provides leadership to a large portfolio under the Academic division, including 4 administrators, 233 faculty and 46 staff;
 Develops and implements an annual business plan that aligns with Seneca’s Strategic and Academic Plans;
 Oversees and is accountable for the Faculty’s enrolment plan and budget;
 Recruits, manages and develops administrative staff, and oversees the recruitment and development of faculty and staff;
 Participates in College-wide initiatives and develops strong working relationships with other college departments and the external postsecondary education community.
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POSITION SPECIFICATIONS:
Mandatory Education and Professional Requirements:
 A Master’s degree in a related field is required
Qualifications:
 A minimum of five years academic leadership experience, employer sponsored or industry training experience.
 A demonstrated commitment to experiential and cross-disciplinary learning
 Extensive experience in working with industry and the communication, art and design community
 Demonstrated business acumen developed through the leadership of entrepreneurial initiatives
 Excellent interpersonal and communications skills
 Dedication to student success and a commitment to learning and development

Seneca College is committed to diversity and encourages applications from all qualified candidates, especially aboriginal persons, francophones, members of sexual minority groups, persons with disabilities, visible minorities and women.

To apply, please contact:
Heather Austin
905-985-1916
heather@recruitmentresource.ca