Dean, Liberal Arts

We are looking for the visionaries, the change-makers, the self-starters who are seeking more from their career. Change begins with the small decisions we make, each day, to support each other and strive to create inspiring incredible educational experiences for all students, no matter where they are or how they learn. This concept connects deeply to the idea that, in choosing a career with Yorkville University, you will have the opportunity to push boundaries, flex your creativity and inspire positive change for so many people. It’s also a call-back to the transformative power of education itself. Seek a career that will challenge you to make a meaningful difference through work with a passionate, empowered team in an environment where your voice matters and your ideas are always important.

If you want to shine a light on academic excellence, be empowered to make an impact on the transformation of the Canadian post-secondary education landscape, and work collaboratively beyond levels, join us.

• Chair the BC AA curriculum committee; sit on the Academic Council of Yorkville and the BC Provincial Senate. 
• Ensure that admissions and faculty hiring committees are functioning effectively and consistent with Yorkville University policies and best practices.
• Recommend the hiring of faculty based on term-rollouts and the program’s academic plan. 
• Develop and maintain a Program Advisory Committee consistent with Yorkville University policies.
• Model and promote excellence in teaching and professional practice to maintain currency.
• Assure adherence to all academic policies and appeals procedures.
• Participate in the production and updating of essential documents, including the student handbook; develop the faculty handbook for the AA program.
• Address student complaints, problems, and appeals, applying University policy as appropriate.
• Participate in governance and management as a member of Academic Council and the Academic Committee.
• Perform other duties as required to ensure academic and professional standards and effective administration of the AA program.
• Collaborate closely with the BBA program to ensure that BBA students’ humanities and social sciences needs are met. 

• An earned doctorate in a humanities or social science field from a recognized university
• A record of peer-reviewed scholarly publication and research
• At least 10 years’ experience teaching on-campus and online at the postsecondary level
• At least 3 years’ administrative experience, with increasing responsibilities, in a post-secondary education environment (e.g. program development, program accreditation, program review, quality assurance practices, student and faculty policies, faculty hiring).
• Experience as a seasoned, decisive leader and diplomat with strong organizational and consensus-building skills, and the ability to inspire and lead faculty with diverse interests.
• A record of success in recruiting and retaining talented and diverse faculty; a champion of faculty eager to excel in teaching and creative activities.
• Strong work ethic and commitment to the University’ strategic goals
• High personal integrity
• Exceptional oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills
• Strong focus on students with emphasis on retention, academic success, and wellbeing.

We provide a transformative, accessible and flexible higher education environment, our team shares a passion for learning, teaching, and growing. We nurture an inclusive, supportive, and diverse work environment throughout our three campus locations. 

• Health Benefits 
• Dental Coverage 
• Retirement Savings Plan 
• Competitive Salary 
• Fun, competitive, and challenging work environment 
• Incentives and rewards 
• Career growth
• Free tuition for all Yorkville University programs 
• Employee and family assistance program

• An atmosphere that successfully blends an entrepreneurial culture with education. We value innovation and continuously look towards expanding our programming, working with the latest research, tools, and solutions. As a private school with government approval of our offerings, we have the opportunity to do more, stay current, and be future-forward.
• The chance to accelerate your career and disrupt education by responding to the needs you see and purposefully challenging the status quo. Everything we do here is about delighting and engaging our employees - and ultimately our students- from mentorship to teaching, from creative outlets to analytical ones.
• A place where all individuals feel welcomed in the academic and workplace environments and can bring their authentic selves to the educational and work spheres. We celebrate the full range of human diversity, and we acknowledge that equal access to opportunities and services may require the removal of barriers that equity-seeking communities experience in trying to obtain this access.
• The opportunity to grow with access to free courses, certifications, and programs - right up to our Doctorate offerings.
• An appreciation for the insights and skills you bring to work with a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits, including a wide breadth of wellness services, and a work-life balance.

We welcome and appreciate candidates with a range of backgrounds and experiences. If you have 70% of the qualifications we are looking for, express your interest now.

Diversity, equity and inclusion are a critical component of life at Yorkville Education Company and we are committed to making these values an integral part of our culture. We encourage applications from all qualified applicants, including women, persons with disabilities, Black, Indigenous, and People of Colour (BIPOC), people from the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Transsexual, Queer, Questioning, Two-Spirit, Intersex, Asexual + (LGBTQ2SIA+) community, and other equity-seeking groups.

Yorkville University is committed to providing accessible employment practices that are in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act ('AODA'). If you require accommodation for disability, please notify our People Team at 1-866- 467-0661.