Chair, Advanced Carpentry Technology

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Please note: This is a temporary assignment ending on or before June 30, 2026, with the possibility of extension. This competition is limited to current NAIT staff within the School of Construction & Building Sciences.

Reporting directly to the Associate Dean Construction Trades and Technologies, the Chair will act as the program champion to ensure student success through instructional and curriculum excellence. As a program champion, the Chair is considered a content expert and is responsible for supporting program development and growth; high caliber relevant curriculum; industry liaison; program promotional activities and identifying and recommending revenue generation opportunities. Striving for academic excellence, the Chair is also responsible to promote instructor learning and development opportunities, perform classroom observations, provide coaching and mentoring, and promoting the health and well-being of staff and students.

The successful candidate for this assignment will be an experienced supervisor/leader with a proven track record of success. A steadfast commitment to student success is required in this role all the while honoring our core values of respect, creativity, collaboration, accountability, and celebration.

Key Responsibilities:

• Work closely with the Associate Dean to ensure the timely and effective leadership of the program cluster, with a strong focus on staff support and student success.

• Lead the program cluster in striving for continual quality improvement and implement best practices related to curriculum management to ensure courses and programs are relevant and of the highest quality.

• Provide instruction to students and fulfill instructional responsibilities as required.

• Mentor, motivate, coach, and provide guidance to instructors to ensure instructional excellence and professional growth within the program cluster.

• Recommend staff development opportunities for the instructional team to the Associate Dean.

• Participate in the recruitment, selection, and orientation of the program cluster staff aligned with NAIT’s vision, promises, and values.

• Engage in discussions to support fair and equitable workloads and scheduling for program team members.

• Encourage and promote research activities at the instructional level to support applied learning and innovation.

• Engage with industry, external stakeholders, and other post-secondary institutions to ensure each program’s content, equipment, and outcomes remain relevant and responsive to current needs.

• Participate in activities related to student recruitment, retention, and program promotion.

• Availability to work some evenings and weekends as required.

• Support program-level expertise development through participation in relevant committees, where possible.

• Provide guidance and support to students, in collaboration with advising services.

Skills & Abilities:

• Demonstrated proactive leadership with strong supervisory and administrative capabilities to effectively guide academic teams and manage program operations.

• Proven ability to work collaboratively and build consensus as an effective member and leader across multiple interdisciplinary teams and committees.

• Broad instructional experience within the program areas, with a strong background in delivering technical training in open-exit and blended learning environments.

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook), with the ability to leverage digital tools for communication, scheduling, reporting, and program management.

• In-depth knowledge of institutional policies, academic frameworks, and strategic plans (e.g., NAIT’s Academic Plan and Business Plan), with the ability to align program goals accordingly.

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, demonstrating a positive, supportive, and transparent leadership style that fosters trust and engagement among staff and students.

• Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to work in a fast-paced environment, balancing multiple priorities, deadlines, and strategic initiatives.

• Effective time management and the ability to adapt to changing circumstances while maintaining focus on long-term goals and program outcomes.

Qualifications:

• Carpenter journeyperson certification is required.

• Previous leadership/supervisory experience.

• The successful candidate will be required to complete orientation and encouraged to complete a variety of HR related training for the Chair assignment.

Applicants with education credentials earned outside of Canada should have their credentials evaluated by World Education Services or the International Qualifications Assessment Service (IQAS).

Remuneration: As outlined in the NASA Collective Agreement. (Classification - Leader II – Chair).

NAIT believes in the learning and development of our employees so that they are equipped to support the achievement of our organizational goals and as such, you may be required to engage in learning opportunities related to the chair/associate chair assignment.

Appointment to this assignment is for a three-year term with the possibility of a further three-year extension.

This assignment is covered by the NASA (NAIT Academic Staff Association) Collective Agreement.

Please submit a resume and cover letter to be considered for this opportunity.

About NAIT

We are proud to have been named one of Alberta’s Top Employers for 14 consecutive years. Being part of a community that makes a difference in the lives of students, staff, industry clients and partners, NAIT’s culture reflects our shared values of respect, collaboration, celebration, creativity, and accountability.

People are what make NAIT great, and we prioritize the employee experience. We offer benefits and unique perks focusing on health and wellness, work-life balance, recognition, and professional and personal growth. In addition to excellent vacation time, we offer paid time off between Christmas and New Year's.

NAIT supports a flexible work environment, enabling staff to request approval for on-campus, off-site, or hybrid work arrangements based on the nature of the role. Please note that remote positions require employees to reside within Canada.

NAIT is committed to fostering an environment that supports equity and cultivates inclusion through our Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Strategy. We are a proud partner of the Canadian Centre for Diversity and Inclusion and Pride at Work Canada. While we encourage all qualified applicants to apply, only those being considered will be contacted. If you require any accommodations, please connect with us at [email protected].

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