• Work in a dynamic campus and drive meaningful impact in education through our Health Sciences and Human Services programs
• Earn a competitive salary of $96,646 - $128,861, plus comprehensive benefits
• Contribute to the future of education while fostering strong community partnerships and student success

About the College of New Caledonia

The College of New Caledonia (CNC) has been a cornerstone of post-secondary education in B.C.’s Central Interior since 1969, with roots dating back to 1962 through the B.C. Vocational School. Serving a diverse population of over 148,000 people, our region covers 117,500 square kilometers—about 12% of the province—and includes three school districts: Quesnel (SD28), Prince George (SD57), and Nechako Lakes (SD91).

At CNC, we are deeply connected to the communities we serve, offering a wide range of career, technical, vocational, and university credit programs. With six community campuses and an average annual enrolment of 5,000 students, we are committed to providing accessible and high-quality education that supports the unique needs of Northern B.C.

For more information, please visit our website: cnc.bc.ca/

Live and Work in North Central B.C.

North Central B.C. offers an exceptional quality of life with a wide range of affordable housing, minimal traffic, and easy access to amenities like education, retail, arts, and sports. The region is a year-round outdoor playground, perfect for hiking, fishing, skiing, and more, surrounded by stunning mountains and pristine lakes. Rich in history and culture, it fosters a strong sense of community where residents and organizations support each other in work and play.

Whether you're seeking adventure or a welcoming place to call home, there's something for everyone!

For more information about our Prince George campus, please visit: cnc.bc.ca/campuses/prince-george

About the Opportunity

CNC is looking for a full-time Associate Dean, for our School of Health Sciences and Human Services, based in our Prince George, B.C. campus.

As Associate Dean, you’ll play a key leadership role in the day-to-day operations and academic planning with a focus on Applied Health and Education. Reporting to the Dean, you will oversee programs, while supporting faculty, operational staff, and students, and ensuring high-quality program delivery and alignment with the College’s strategic and academic goals.

More specifically, your responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Managing daily operations and faculty performance within assigned programs
• Leading recruitment, onboarding, evaluation, and professional development of faculty and operational staff
• Supporting program and curriculum development, academic scheduling, and workload planning
• Analyzing enrolment trends and using data to inform strategic planning and program sustainability
• Ensuring academic quality through program review, assessment, and compliance with institutional and accreditation standards
• Advising and resolving student issues, appeals, and academic conduct matters
• Supporting an inclusive, Indigenized, and student-centered learning environment
• Leading initiatives aligned with CNC’s Strategic, Academic, Indigenous, International, and SEM Plans
• Collaborating with Student Affairs and other departments to enhance student experience and success
• Monitoring budgets and ensuring fiscal accountability for assigned programs
• Liaising with regulatory bodies and representing the Dean as needed
• Participating in college-wide leadership, policy development, and strategic planning initiatives

About You

To qualify, you will need an undergraduate degree in a field of study related to the School, a master's degree in a relevant field, and a minimum of 2 years of managerial experience, along with at least 3 years of post-secondary teaching experience. 

Additionally, the following skills and background will be highly valued:

• Experience in educational leadership within the post-secondary sector
• Understanding of adult learning models and the role of community colleges
• Familiarity with inclusive, Indigenized, and internationalized educational practices
• Proven ability to lead strategic planning and implement long-range academic initiatives
• Ability to analyze enrolment trends and apply data to planning and decision-making
• Experience managing the full employee life cycle

As our ideal candidate, you possess strong communication, interpersonal, analytical, and problem-solving skills, along with sound judgment and a collaborative, student-centered leadership approach. You bring a proven ability to navigate change, manage transitions, resolve conflict, and identify opportunities for innovation.

This is a meaningful leadership opportunity for someone passionate about advancing inclusive education, fostering faculty excellence, and supporting student success across a dynamic and community-connected college environment.

About the Benefits

Compensation based on skills and experience, is a competitive annual salary of $96,646 - $128,861, dependent on skills and experience, and a host of excellent benefits including:

• Relocation assistance
• Extended health, medical travel, dental and vision coverage
• Life insurance and AD&D
• Long-term disability insurance
• Health Spending Account
• College Pension Plan with employer match
• Employee Family Assistance Program
• 4 weeks vacation to start, with yearly increases 
• Maternity/parental leave top-up 
• Generous personal and sick leave 
• Tuition exemption and professional development funding  
• Ability to qualify for Northern living tax exemptions
• Regular staff appreciation events, and community events! 

If you share our values and have the skills necessary to bring success to the role, then we invite you to apply today!