Job Description
About Durham College:Durham College (DC) is a leading post-secondary institution that supports students to develop career-ready skills for the ever-changing job market. With a focus on experiential learning, led by expert faculty, through field placements, applied research, co-ops and other hands-on opportunities, DC grads are known for having the skills and knowledge they need to adapt to the ever-changing workforce.A leader in innovative teaching and learning, Durham College offers a wide range of market-driven programs across multiple disciplines, including culinary management, farming and horticulture, business, IT, construction and trades, science and technology, health care, engineering, social and community services, media, art and design.Our modern campuses in Oshawa and Whitby offer 145 programs – including six honours bachelor’s degrees and 11 apprenticeship programs – to more than 13,700 full-time post-secondary and 2,300 apprenticeship students. In addition, more than 14,600 students participate in professional and part-time learning. More than 110,500 alumni represent the college, both locally and around the world.A forward-looking organization committed to collaboration, innovation and sustainability, Durham College is ranked annually as one of the GTA’s Top 100 employers and one of Canada’s Greenest Employers and has been recognized as a Top 50 Research College in Canada, 10 times.DC has an estimated annual economic impact of more than $913 million on Durham Region and is proud to be an active and engaged member of the communities we serve by contributing resources and expertise to enhance social and economic well-being through partnerships, investments and collaboration.DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:Professional and Part-time Learning (PPL) is seeking a proven leader with a passion for student success and innovation. The Manager will oversee a portfolio of programs and courses spanning a variety of areas with a focus on business programing. This position reports to the Director of Professional and Part-time Learning Programs.The Manager will have full responsibility for achieving all budget and enrolment targets established for the portfolio. The incumbent will also handle all aspects of people leadership and management for a large group of part-time facilitators and instructors, ensuring appropriate staffing and the consistent delivery of high-quality student learning experiences. In addition, the Manager will participate in a wide range of initiatives to ensure that the existing programs/courses under their direction remain viable and up-to-date, and to expand the portfolio on an ongoing basis.Working as a member of a high-performing and innovative management team, the incumbent will collaborate closely with their colleagues in order to jointly advance the department’s strategies and goals. Effective relationship management skills are critical to success in this position, as the Manager will establish and maintain effective working relationships with a diverse range of professionals both internally and externally, in order to maintain and grow the portfolio moving forward. The incumbent will also be comfortable assuming responsibility for additional projects/initiatives as identified by the Director and the Executive Dean.Along with the areas noted above, the Manager will be responsible for the resolution of complex student/instructor issues and concerns using the lens of intersectionality. The incumbent will also directly handle administrative responsibilities for their portfolio such as, but not limited to, facilitator and instructor hiring, course scheduling, updating information for the PPL website, establishing and maintaining contractual agreements, developing and launching new programs and courses and monitoring/analyzing portfolio performance throughout the year.QUALIFICATIONS: * A master’s degree in a related fieldA minimum of 5 years of related experienceExperience in people and budget managementExperience working within a business setting is considered an assetExperience working in a post-secondary education setting – preferably at the college level considered an assetExperience teaching at the post-secondary level considered an assetProven success working in a fast-paced, high volume, complex environment while applying very strong skills in the areas of problem solving, analysis, negotiation and conflict resolutionAbility to effectively apply an equity, diversity, inclusion and belonging lens to student and staff scenarios as well as appreciate the impacts of intersectionalityExceptional relationship management skillsSuperior interpersonal skills, along with the proven ability to work both independently and as part of a team in a professional and highly collaborative mannerExcellent written and verbal communication skillsConflict resolution and de-escalation skillsOutstanding organizational skills, including managing multiple deadlines and tasks with competing prioritiesExperience in course development considered an assetHighly motivated to not only succeed, but excelA passion for both student success and innovationUnderstanding of the Ontario college system; added familiarity with OntarioLearn and the nature of continuing education in Ontario would be an assetRequired SkillsBand 11: $96,466 – $120,582Required ExperiencePlease apply below by submitting your cover letter and resume to the online portal. Job Competition closes on July 22, 2024. Competition number AD24-23.Band 11: $96,466 – $120,582Please apply below by submitting your cover letter and resume to the online portal. Job Competition closes on July 22, 2024. Competition number AD24-23.Durham College
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