Associate Dean, Engineering and Environmental Technologies

Georgian is more than just an employer – we're a community. With multiple campuses located across Central Ontario, Georgian College offers rewarding employment opportunities in academics, administration, research, and more. We take pride in working alongside a dynamic team of student-focused educators, dedicated supporters, and passionate advocates. Together, we can advance our mission to inspire innovation, transform lives, and connect communities through the power of education.

Our exciting work environment offers the opportunity to learn and grow, while collaborating in a team-oriented culture that promotes equity, diversity, inclusion and belonging. Together, we deliver unrivaled experiences for our students, employees and the communities we serve. Read our 2025-2030 strategic plan.

If you share our energy and passion, please consider joining Team Georgian.

Position Overview:

We’re seeking a strategic and forward-thinking academic leader who will play a pivotal role in broad academic management to a cluster of diverse programs within the Engineering and Environmental Technologies, Skilled Trades academic area. The Associate Dean provides oversight to programs, including apprenticeship, certificate, and diploma programs. The Associate Dean will also work closely with the Dean and Georgian’s Research and Innovation department to support applied research within Centre of Industrial Simulation and Prototyping

Job Details:
Job posting date: February 24, 2026
Department: Engineering and Environmental Technologies, Skilled Trades
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

Key Responsibilities:

• Managing the operations of Engineering and Environmental Technologies, Skilled Trades
• Conducting curriculum review processes and facilitating the on-going review of existing programs
• Initiating, facilitating and actively participating in the development and implementation of new academic programs and opportunities to reflect market changes and the employment needs of industry, to enhance students’ experience and increase enrolment
• Ensuring program outcomes are achieved through effective leadership and supervision of the teaching and learning processes
• Establishing positive relationships with internal (faculty, staff and students) and external (industry/sector representatives, professional associations) partners
• Working collaboratively in the development and implementation of the academic area’s operational plan in alignment with the academic direction and Georgian’s strategic plan
• Recruiting, hiring and evaluating all faculty and support staff
• Ensuring that faculty and staff assignments are consistent with college policies, procedures and collective agreements
• Initiating problem solving processes for disputes involving staff, faculty and students
• Supporting enrolment targets and work collaboratively with internal partners to meet Georgian College’s strategic priorities
• Responsible for managing the health and safety program in the academic area (e.g., training, SOPs, documentation, etc.)
• Attending Program Advisory Committee meetings, facilitating and/or chairing committees that involve college-wide and/or campus initiatives
• Initiating and executing community outreach to enhance interest in trades and technology opportunties
• Representing the Dean, as necessary, at designated events
• Assisting as necessary with the implementation of special projects across the portfolio

Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in Engineering preferred, with an accredited undergraduate engineering degree suitable for professional engineering licensure
• Training in teaching/training/curriculum (e.g. Centre for Teaching & Learning courses)
• A minimum of 9 years of experience in the engineering technology, environmental and/or manufacturing, skilled trades fields with diverse experience in technical shops/labs/fieldwork settings, and good knowledge of industrial-related applications
• A minimum of 5 years of leadership experience in an academic and/or industry setting
• Experience with the Ontario apprenticeship system and apprenticeship program delivery is an asset
• Experience with academic processes and procedures (including curriculum development, teaching and learning styles and techniques, complaint procedures, program reviews, collective agreements, etc.)
• Project management experience with demonstrated analytical and organizational skills to be able to manage multiple projects in an effective and timely manner
• Experience with an industrial-based Health and Safety environment; knowledge of practices/regulation as applicable to those environments
• Communication (written and oral) and interpersonal skills in order to build and cultivate relationships with a variety of stakeholders and manage difficult situations with diplomacy and tact
• Ability to identify, address and resolve problems or conflicts in an efficient and diplomatic manner
• Experience monitoring budgets
• Demonstrated community connections and networking experience
• Demonstrated ability to work collegially in a unionized environment
• Ability to lead effectively in organizational change management

Why Work with Us?

Georgian’s multiple campuses are in some of the most sought-after areas in Central Ontario. Our campuses play important roles in each of these communities, serving as centers for academic, social, and cultural activities, and contributing to the social and economic well-being of the areas.

In addition to a rewarding career, here are some of the other benefits offered to full-time employees of Georgian College:

• We offer a competitive compensation rate, comprehensive benefits plan and a generous vacation policy as well as CAAT defined-benefit pension plan which includes fully matched contributions.
• A tuition reimbursement program that offers reduced course fees for college staff and their dependents.
• A holiday shut down period that allows employees to rest and relax with family and friends.
• A flex work program for most positions allowing employees the flexibility of working both on campus and remotely.
• All Georgian Employees have access to the EFAP: Employees and their family members can call the program 24/7 for completely confidential support, information, and assistance.
• Campus Safety Services: Georgian is committed to providing a safe, respectful and inclusive environment through the delivery of professional health and safety, security, parking, emergency management, conflict resolution and investigative services.

For a more in depth look at what Georgian has to offer, check out our website.

Are you ready to Experience Georgian?

If this opportunity matches your interest and experience, please apply online at: https://www.georgiancollege.ca/about-georgian/career-opportunities/ quoting Competition #24-26 by 11:59 pm on March 31, 2026. We thank all applicants; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Georgian College supports diversity, equity and a workplace free from harassment and discrimination and is committed to an inclusive, barrier-free environment. We invite applications from all qualified candidates and actively encourage applications from members of groups with historical and/or current barriers to equity, including, but not limited to persons of Indigenous ancestry, racialized persons, persons with disabilities, women and members of the 2SLGBTQ+ community. If you are contacted to participate in the interview, please advise the coordinator of any accommodations needed with respect to any materials or processes used to ensure you have access to a fair and equitable process.

Alternate formats will be provided upon request throughout the recruitment and selection process.