Administrative and Professional Staff (APSA)
Pay range:
$70,943 To $84,719 Annually
SFU Department Descr:
Continuing Studies – Career and Professional Programs
Position Grade:
10
Biweekly Hours:
72
SFU Lifelong Learning, which encompasses SFU Continuing Studies and the SFU English Language and Culture Program, strives to be the leading provider of flexible, responsive education in British Columbia and beyond. In addition to offering non-credit courses and programs for professional and personal development, we engage the community in lifelong learning through a variety of public activities and events.
As we work to transform, empower and mobilize learners for life in a changing world, we remain nimble, curious and ready to adapt to evolving needs. We continuously learn and find new ways of doing things, and are committed to fostering a culture where equity, diversity, inclusion and decolonization underpin all our work.
The Associate Director is responsible for the initiation, development, management, marketing, coordination, administration, and evaluation of revenue-generating programs, and other related courses, seminars and workshops. The Associate Director develops and modifies new courses, programs, and certificates within the portfolio through various delivery options. The Associate Director assumes responsibility for the overall management and growth of programs, instructor hiring and development, and student recruitment.
Qualifications:
Master’s degree in Education, Management, or a related discipline, and four years of related experience in areas such as conceptualizing, planning, designing, and initiating discipline-related curriculum, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
Ability to oversee a team of external contractors (e.g. Instructors) involved with the planning, development, implementation and evaluation of courses and programs.
Ability to develop and maintain effective collaborative and collegial relationships with community, professional, and industry representatives.
Excellent knowledge of program development and curriculum design.
Excellent leadership and educational innovation skills.
Excellent organizational, administrative, and management skills.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (verbal, written and presentation).
Ability to establish and maintain strong relationships with clients and other stakeholders.
Ability to provide support in the design and implementation of strategies that promote diversity, inclusion and equity.
Excellent skills in marketing, financial management, strategic planning, business development, relationship-building, program and curriculum planning, and conflict management.
Ability to work collaboratively and consensually in an academic shared governance environment.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment exercising mature judgment.
Assignment End Date: 1 year from start date
Please include your cover letter and resume in one attachment.
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