Associate Dean, Norton Wolf School of Aerospace, Information, and Defence Technologies

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Note: This is for 1 Regular Full-Time vacancy. This position is deemed a critical replacement vacancy. Applicants who previously applied to this posting are already under consideration - please do not re-apply.

Why this Role is Important

Fanshawe College is pleased to announce the establishment of the Norton Wolf School of Aerospace, Information, and Defence Technologies, a newly organized and strategically focused school that brings together several of the College's fastest growing and most innovative program areas. The College is now seeking an exceptional leader to guide the school through its next phase of growth and impact.

Positioned at the intersection of advanced technology, applied research, workforce development, and industry partnership, the school delivers a diverse portfolio of programs spanning Aircraft Maintenance, Commercial Flight, Computer Science, Network and Systems Administration, Cybersecurity, Autonomous Systems, Data Analytics, and related disciplines. The successful candidate will champion interdisciplinary collaboration and innovation while fostering excellence in teaching, learning, student success, and industry engagement.

Fanshawe seeks a visionary and accomplished leader with a demonstrated record of success in academic administration, operational leadership, and strategic partnership development. Candidates will bring the capacity, experience, and passion to lead complex and evolving portfolios while navigating opportunities across higher education, industry, government, and the broader technology and aerospace sectors. Experience engaging with senior industry stakeholders and advancing strategic initiatives in innovation-driven environments will be considered strong assets.

As a member of the College's leadership team, the successful candidate will contribute to a future-focused agenda centered on people, partnerships, entrepreneurship, and continuous progress. They will play a key role in advancing the school’s reputation as a destination for talent development, applied innovation, and workforce readiness in sectors that are increasingly critical to Canada's economic competitiveness, technological advancement, and national resilience.

As a proud and innovative public institution, Fanshawe College is deeply committed to supporting students, communities, employers, and government priorities through exceptional education and training. The Norton Wolf School of Aerospace, Information, and Defence Technologies is uniquely positioned to strengthen Canada's future workforce and serve as a leading contributor to the advancement of aerospace, information, cybersecurity, and Defence-related industries.

Reporting to the Dean, the Associate Dean provides broad academic leadership to the diverse programs within the Norton Wolf School of Aerospace, Information, and Defence Technologies and ensures the objectives of the School’s programs are attained through effective supervision of teaching and learning processes. The Associate Dean facilitates the ongoing review of existing programs and the development of new programs to reflect changing market conditions, technological advances, workforce requirements, and emerging industry needs in aerospace, aviation, information technology, cybersecurity, defence, and related sectors, in alignment with the College's strategic plan.

The Associate Dean conducts investigations of complaints from students and staff and initiates appropriate problem-solving processes. The Associate Dean establishes positive relationships with industry, government, professional associations, and community stakeholders and participates in the College's student recruitment, retention, partnership development, and graduate employment initiatives.

How You’ll Make an Impact

Provides Academic Leadership

• Provides recommendations to the Dean on the school’s strategic plan, goals and objectives
• Works collaboratively in the development and implementation of the school’s/faculty’s strategic plan as part of the College’s academic planning process
• Contributes to the academic well-being of the College through competent planning and administration of the School’s programs and services
• Initiates, facilitates and actively participates in the development and implementation of new academic programs, leading the advancement of the new academic programs’ approval through the College’s stage-gate process, and the ongoing review of existing programs in response to changing economic and market pressures, changing technology and employment opportunities according to business/industry/field standards and College/Ministry guidelines
• Ensures that the objectives of the school/faculty are attained through effective supervision of the teaching and learning processes including the provision of appropriate learning resources and maintenance of close contacts with the external community, advisory committee and other educational institutions
• Participates in the development of new program initiatives to assist the College with the new partnerships and strategic alliances, and the development and implementation of alternative learning and delivery strategies.
• Ensures that the current and future educational needs of students are met by providing an ongoing review of programs; determines need for modification of existing courses/programs and the introduction of new programs
• Chairs several committees and represents the school/faculty on College-wide and provincial committees. Involves holding executive positions from time-to-time and facilitating college-wide initiatives 
• Promotes community ventures by forming linkages/networks and develops/establishes partnership arrangements through advisory committees, agreements and projects
• Advises and counsels students to help them resolve problems and coordinates crisis management strategies for vulnerable students
• Supports the Ontario Human Rights Code in that the needs of students with disabilities must be accommodated to ensure equal access to educational services

Manages and Develops Human Resources

• Maintains a high level of performance through effective recruiting, selecting, developing, motivating, evaluating and training of faculty and support staff within the assigned portfolio
• Promotes and monitors ongoing professional development of faculty
• Directs and administers the activities of faculty in their teaching assignments and complementary functions that create an effective working environment for all staff and the teaching/learning process, and ensures that faculty and staff assignments are consistent with College policies and procedures
• Promotes and monitors the ongoing professional development for faculty and staff
• Conducts first and second level investigations and initiates the problem solving process for disputes involving faculty, staff and students.  Utilizes Collective Agreements, Student Rights and Responsibilities documents, respective policies, etc. to assist in the dispute resolution process.  Participates as an administrative representative on the formal student appeal procedure
• Establishes and fosters a working environment that encourages respect, creativity, communication and interaction among and between faculty and support staff to meet new and existing school initiatives
• Recommends disciplinary and termination action as required

Contributes to Program Evaluation, Partnerships and Marketing Promotions

• Conducts curriculum review processes for assigned portfolio and implements initiatives related to curriculum
• Establishes learning outcomes for programs and strategic alliances, in accordance with provisions set out in College and Ministry policies and also in situations where established practices do not exist
• Seeks and promotes new initiatives that reflect and meet the needs of changing business and industry sectors, employers, college students and the goals/objectives of the College
• Establishes and maintains positive, ongoing relationships within the various fields including advisory committee members, professional associations, business/industry/government representatives 
• Coordinates partnership arrangements with other educational institutions and ensures these are promoted/marketed within the College and to the broader external community

Ensures Effectiveness of Operations

• Develops, monitors and directs budget activity for the school/faculty and keeps the Dean informed of budget status
• Projects student enrolment for the purpose of the College revenue distribution.  Develops budget submissions for appropriate/available external grants and determines related expenditures
• Ensures the effective use of human, physical and financial resources, reallocating resources appropriately as necessary
• Oversees the planning, generation and accuracy of data for course loading for student timetables, calendar materials, programs of study, etc.
• Ensures Occupational Health and Safety, Ontarians with Disabilities Act requirements are implemented and maintained
• Assists the Dean as necessary regarding implementation of special projects, and represents the Dean at assigned functions/activities
• Performs other duties as assigned

What You'll Bring

• Masters degree in a related Discipline
• Minimum 9 years’ of related and progressive administrative experience at point of hire
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered
• Teaching experience at the post-secondary level along with extensive knowledge in curriculum design and development, program planning, marketing, public speaking and budget management
• Subject matter expertise in aviation or aerospace training, preferred, and/or familiarity with Transport Canada regulatory frameworks and the delivery of accredited aviation programs
• Demonstrated ability to cultivate and foster a collegial, collaborative environment and a demonstrated ability to work with the applicable sector
• Effective leadership and team building skills
• Learner-centered approach to the teaching and learning process
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to establish alliances with the related occupational community

What This Opportunity Offers

• Comprehensive Pension & Benefits: Join a defined-benefit pension plan (through the CAAT Pension Plan) that delivers predictable lifetime retirement income, plus dental, disability, travel insurance and extended health coverage.
• Vacation: Enjoy paid time off and benefit from a scheduled holiday closure that offers additional rest and time with family during the winter season
• Tuition & Professional Development: Continue your learning journey — eligible employees and their dependents can take select Fanshawe programs or courses at a reduced cost
• Inclusive, Meaningful Campus environment: Work alongside passionate colleagues in an inclusive culture that values diversity, drives student success, and connects you to the local community and campus life.

Ready to Apply?

If you’re ready to strengthen our student experience and contribute to something bigger — we’d love to hear from you. Submit your application by the specified closing date.

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Educational Credentials

While transcripts are not required for the interview, they are mandatory as a condition of employment.

Equity, Diversity and Inclusion

Fanshawe College is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to equity, value diversity, and welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds.

Accommodation

Fanshawe College provides accommodations to job applicants with disabilities throughout the hiring process. If a job applicant requires an accommodation during the application process or through the selection process, the hiring manager and the recruiter leading the recruitment will work with the applicant to meet the job applicant’s accommodation needs. Accommodation requests per the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act can be emailed to: askhr@fanshawec.ca

Land Acknowledgement

Fanshawe College would like to acknowledge and honour the Anishinaabe, Lotinuhsyuní and Lenape people of southwestern Ontario as the traditional owners and custodians of the lands and waterways where Fanshawe College is located.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those chosen for an interview will be contacted.