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Department:
School of Health StudiesPosition Type:
FullTime AdministrativeSalary Range:
$117333.00$156441.00AnnualScheduled Weekly Hours:
36.25Anticipated Start Date:
June 02 2025Length of Contract:
N/APosting Information
This job posting is now accepting applications from all qualified individuals.Posting Closing Date:
April 25 2025Please note: jobs are posted until 11:59 pm on the job closing date.
Job Description:
Reporting to the Dean School of Health Studies the Chair is responsible for providing broad academic and instructional leadership to the diverse programs in the Department. The Chair Allied Health ensures that the programming meets the needs of students and community partners and adheres to Ministry guidelines.
The Chair has familiarity with academic and administrative policies and the interrelationships with College departments. With accountability for the planning development quality delivery evaluation and financial management/viability of the Departments activities the incumbent ensures the effective use of current pedagogical and financial practices. The incumbent will be responsible for working closely with the other departments within the School of Health Studies to lead and support applied research and simulation initiatives.
The incumbent conducts firstlevel investigations of complaints from students and staff and initiates the problemsolving process. The incumbent establishes positive working relationships with internal employees students and external industry and business representatives. The incumbent participates in student recruitment and College marketing efforts.
Required Qualifications:
Minimum of a Masters Degree in Health Discipline; Health Administration or related fields;
Sound knowledge of health disciplines to understand curriculum and pathways;
Demonstrated knowledge and experience in simulation and applied research;
Minimum of nine 9 years of related experience in increasingly responsible roles including a minimum of two 2 years spent in a supervisory/management role;
Experience in managing personnel in a unionized environment;
Demonstrated understanding and commitment to teaching excellence and quality education preferably within an applied postsecondary environment;
Demonstrable understanding of student engagement for the purpose of achieving student success;
Demonstrated understanding of the value and practice of applied research and simulation;
Strong communications leadership and interpersonal skills that make you a consensus builder who can articulate an academic vision and execute on plans;
Demonstrated ability to speak with external groups and individuals and the ability to engage partners and other relevant organizations to enhance College operations;
Excellent organizational planning and financial management skills.
Algonquin College values diversity and is an equal opportunity employer. We offer an inclusive work environment and encourage applications from all qualified individuals. If you require accommodation during the recruitment process please contact the Human Resources department at While we thank all those who apply only those to be interviewed will be contacted.
Full-Time