Associate Dean// TEDS
Job OverviewThe Associate Dean of Trinity Evangelical Divinity School (TEDS[redacted]) serves as a key member of the leadership team, partnering with the Dean and colleagues to provide strategic direction and operational leadership for the departments and disciplines within TEDS[redacted], while fostering collaborative partnerships across the University. In support of the Dean, the Associate Dean is typically responsible for advancing the Faculty's programs and initiatives, providing recommendations on faculty- related matters, and carrying out additional duties as assigned.
Key Responsibilities and Priorities- Supports collaborative long-term planning to ensure alignment with TEDS[redacted] and university objectives.
- Oversees and supports program and curriculum excellence through development, review, and revision processes.
- Fosters and promotes a culture of collegiality and works toward a systemic change.
- Supports onboarding and orientation for new faculty.
- Participates in the annual evaluation of the faculty.
- Supports student recruitment, monitors student progression and completion, and encourages alumni engagement.
- Enhances student engagement and promotes a high-quality educational experience.
- Assists the Dean in preparing and managing operating, capital, salary and revenue budgets.
- Represents the Faculty on internal and external committees and boards as required.
- Develops and maintains strong working relationships with internal and external partners.
- Supports the development and implementation of learning outcomes across the academic unit.
- Maintains high standards of service and performance through active participation in assigned duties, educational seminars, and training programs,
- Contributes to and promotes a safe, respectful, and inclusive work environment by adhering to University policies and procedures and completing the mandatory training.
- Performs additional duties and oversight as delegated by the Dean.
- Demonstrates academic expertise in an area encompassed by TEDS@TWU by teaching a prescribed number of courses as determined by the Dean and approved by the Provost.
Requirements- A doctorate or terminal degree in a theological discipline.
- At leave five years of teaching experience in a post-secondary environment, including demonstrated committee work and leadership experience.
- Experience working in a teaching-intensive post-secondary institution is an asset.
- Demonstrated evidence of definite progress in the scholarly integration of one's discipline with historic orthodox Christianity;
- Proven commitment to the principles of servant and transformational leadership;
- Ability to develop effective working relationships that facilitate collaboration, trustworthiness, and integrity;
- Cultural competence, including demonstrated skills in creating a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace;
- Effective organizational skills;
- Ability to exercise business acumen and effective stewardship of resources and budgets;
- Superior written and oral communication skills;
- Strong problem-solving capacity and exercise of good judgement;
- Knowledge of relevant expectations set by provincial/national and international organizations and accreditation authorities, including the Association of Theological Schools;
- English is the language of work.
Employer: Trinity Western University
Title: Associate Dean
NOC: 40020 - Administrators - post-secondary education and vocational training
Wage: $135,000 CAD per annum
Benefits: Health and benefits package, consisting of extended health and dental and a RRSP contribution plan, vacation days allotted as per University regulations, tuition benefits for family, professional development allowance
Job Type: Full-time, permanent (40 hours per week)
Location of Work: 22500 University Drive, Langley, BC V2Y 1Y1
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