Manager, School Health and Human Services

What you'll do

Responsibilities

What you will be doing…

As the Manager, School of Health and Human Services, you will:

• Provide leadership for developing and stewarding sector-specific programming and strategies for the College and ensure that this programming mix is current, relevant and meeting the evolving industry and community needs.
• Be a key member of the School leadership team, provide strategic advice and expertise to the Dean, and contribute to the overall direction and implementation of School programming and priorities.
• Develop and leverage internal and external relationships to identify new programming and project opportunities for the respective School across Certificate, Diploma and Advanced Diploma programs as well as Continuing Education, Apprenticeship, Customized Training and across multiple delivery modes. The Manager may also develop and lead in applied research and innovation initiatives, which contribute to the growth and development of the key industry sectors in the province.

You are a creative and action-oriented leader who demonstrates a passion for education and economic growth and inspires cross-functional teams to create the programming of today and tomorrow.

What you'll need

Qualifications

Qualifications and Occupational Experience:

• The minimum educational qualification for this position is an undergraduate degree in a discipline related discipline to the School of Health and Human Services.
• A Master's degree in Education would be considered an asset.
• An MBA would be considered an asset.
• A Project Management designation would be considered an asset.
• You have a minimum of 7 years of recent and related occupational leadership experience of a results-oriented team.
• Occupational leadership experience in post-secondary would be considered an asset.
• Occupational leadership experience in adult education management and program management would be considered an asset.
• Experience developing and managing strategy, plans and projects.
• Experience developing and managing budgets.
• Proven track record in building internal and external relationships.
• Specific areas or required demonstrated experience include analytical skills, strong technical writing and communication skills, interpersonal skills, and the ability to multi-task and meet tight deadlines.
• Occupational experience working with regulated health and human services professions would be considered an asset.
• Occupational experience incorporating simulation and debriefing into health and human services learning environments would be considered an asset.
• You are familiar with and comfortable using computer applications such as the Microsoft Office Suite, E-mail.
• You are comfortable working in a digital environment; you take responsibility for acquiring knowledge about advancing technology; and you are committed to using technology to create an exceptional student experience.
• You have experience in training/facilitation preparation, delivery and evaluation.

Relevant Skills and Knowledge

• You demonstrate a commitment to inclusion, diversity, equity, accessibility and anti-racism
• You possess excellent interpersonal skills that enable you to interact at all levels of an organization.
• You are known for your superior customer service skills and are able to create a relationship of trust beyond the immediate interaction.
• Your superb team working skills enable you to contribute positively to a team environment.
• You are known for your problem solving and critical thinking skills.
• You are a strong communicator.
• You have demonstrated an understanding of relevant privacy laws and discretion related to dealing with confidential information.
• You possess excellent coordination skills specifically related to coordinating services, work, events, logistics, etc.
• You have specific technical occupational knowledge and skill in health and human services systems, with demonstrated understanding of how safety and quality improvement is nurtured, while addressing workforce planning demands.
• You have demonstrated strength in supervising, managing and leading a team.
• You demonstrate a strong commitment to excellence and have strong desire to keep current with pertinent policies, standard practices, laws and regulations as well as any proposed changes, and you can apply policies, standards and practice consistently.
• You are known for your ability to direct, influence and manage several functions simultaneously with a demonstrated practice of promoting collaboration and collegiality.
• You are dedicated to life-long learning and view challenges as opportunities for learning and continuous improvement.
• You show a strong commitment to community involvement and the ability to establish respectful working relationships across all groups and with diverse stakeholders.
• Frequent travel within Nova Scotia will be required