Associate Dean, Health, Wellness and Sciences

Position Overview  We’re seeking a strategic and forward thinking academic leader who will play a pivotal role in providing academic leadership to the School of Nursing within the Health, Wellness & Sciences portfolio. The Associate Dean will champion high standards of academic excellence, ensure outstanding program delivery and lead evidence informed enhancements that keep programs current, innovative, and responsive to evolving labor markets, technology, and professional practice expectations.

This also includes championing scholarly and research activities while strengthening community engagement and external partnerships that enrich learning experiences, support innovation, and enhance opportunities for students and faculty. With a strong understanding of the post secondary health education landscape, the Associate Dean will advance college wide academic priorities and cultivate a collaborative and engaged team culture centered around shared commitment to student success.

This role requires a leader with strong decision making skills, sound judgement, and a high level of accountability. If you are passionate about supporting students, enriching the student experience, and advancing meaningful workplace and learning initiatives, we invite you to consider this exciting opportunity.
Job Details   Job posting date:
June 16, 2026
Department:
Health, Wellness and Sciences

Location:

Barrie Campus – hybrid work environment
Classification:
Administration

Employment Type:

Full Time
Hours of Work: 37.5 hours per week
Salary Range: $116,182-$154,908 per year
Leadership   Providing academic leadership that cultivates a strong, collaborative team culture grounded in creativity, innovation, academic excellence, continuous improvement, and interdisciplinary collaboration.
Ensuring program quality through ongoing curriculum review, program evaluation, and compliance with internal and external quality assurance frameworks and alignment with regulatory and professional standards.
Supporting development of new programs that respond to emerging market needs, technology trends, and community/industry priorities.
Making informed, timely decisions that support academic integrity, operational effectiveness, and student and faculty experience.
Overseeing budgets, resource planning, enrolment projections, and financial stewardship to ensure responsible and strategic use of resources.
Managing workload assignments, scheduling considerations, and operational processes in accordance with college policies and collective agreements.
Recruiting, onboarding, mentoring, evaluating faculty and support faculty within the academic area.
Ensuring assignments, expectations, and performance align with academic priorities and collective agreement provisions.
Driving fiscal responsibility and accuracy in developing, monitoring, reporting obligations while ensuring that the financial targets are met.
Ensuring OHS compliance by overseeing health and safety responsibilities for all employees and students, supported by strong risk management practices.
Teaching and Scholarship   Overseeing teaching and learning practices to ensure achievement of program outcomes and student success.
Creating conditions that encourage faculty engagement in applied research, scholarship, and evidence informed practice and facilitating opportunities for student involvement in research and innovation activities.
Promoting the integration of current scholarship and industry best practice into curriculum and teaching.
Promoting ongoing professional learning, teaching excellence, and role clarity.
Teamwork and Collaboration   Fostering a collaborative and inclusive team environment across all program areas, supported by open and transparent communication.
Building strong relationships with faculty, support staff, academic leadership, and cross college partners to support collective goals and initiatives.
Working collaboratively on the development and implementation of the academic area’s operational plan in alignment with the academic direction and Georgian’s strategic plan.
Addressing issues involving faculty, staff, and students through fair, consistent, and collaborative…