We are looking for the visionaries, the change-makers, the self-starters who are
seeking more from their career. Change begins with the small decisions we make,
each day, to support each other and strive to create inspiring incredible
educational experiences for all students, no matter where they are or how they
learn. In choosing a career with Yorkville University, you will have the
opportunity to push boundaries, flex your creativity and inspire positive change
for so many people.
Our core values put the student experience at the center of what we do,
reflecting who we are and aspire to be. If you want to shine a light on academic
excellence, be empowered to make an impact on the transformation of the Canadian
post-secondary education landscape, and work collaboratively beyond levels, join
us.
Who we need
Reporting to the Dean, BBA On Campus, we are looking for an Associate Chair,
Supply Chain to join us in a full-time faculty member role. You will take on a
partial teaching load balanced with a key leadership role within the program,
where you will be responsible for overseeing the curriculum, industry engagement
and student experience for the Supply Chain specialization. You will represent
the specialization with prospective students, current students and alumni, as
well as with industry stakeholders, including the Supply Chain Specialization
Advisory Panel, other Post-Secondary Institutions (PSIs), employers and
community groups.
This is a hybrid role, working 2-3 days a week at our New Westminster campus.
What's in it for you
Impact. We are disrupting education, and you will be an invaluable player. You
want to make an impact at a progressive, private university. You want to align
your background in business and education to deliver best-in-class, relevant and
modern courses to our students. Joining us now is a genuine opportunity for
professionals who want to make a mark on academia.
Recognition and career development. You want to join a place that inspires
change, takes action, and continuously innovates. Yorkville is a progressive,
forward-thinking, innovative education centre. This is a visibly impactful,
reputation-building role with strategic and real-world impact, focused on
meeting the diverse needs of local, national, and global students, disrupting
traditional programming, and nurturing collaboration. Opportunities for your
future include growing further in academic leadership.
As our new Associate Chair, Supply Chain, you will:
- Act as a Course Lead for the Specialization. You will mentor and support
other course leads in the specialization stream. You will participate in
hiring committees. You will lead the analysis of student feedback data
pertaining to the specialization and outline an appropriate action plan. You
will review transfer credit equivalency for the specialization.
- Network and promote. You will partner with the Student Recruitment and
Marketing and Communications teams to ensure the specialization is well
understood and promoted. You will partner with Student Experience to support
the successful career placement of graduates and host special events to
profile student talent. You will attend open houses and key industry events
to promote the specialization with industry stakeholders, academic and
professional associations, accrediting bodies, employers, and community
groups.
- Act as the primary liaison between the Supply Chain Specialization Advisory
Panel and the Faculty. You will attend and actively participate in PSI
meetings and network to ensure best practices are implemented. You will
assist in the formation and ongoing operation of the Specialization Advisory
Panel. You will support YU’s alumni strategy as a faculty liaison.
- Oversee the curriculum development. You will conduct quarterly meetings with
EM course leads to discuss curriculum development and improvements. You will
support creating, reviewing, updating, and maintaining associated curriculum
management documentation related to the specialization stream.
You have:
- The experience. You have a Master’s degree in a related field and proven
success in teaching and course development at the post-secondary level. You
have published both academic and professional research. You have an in-depth
understanding of industry associations, certifications and regulatory bodies
in Supply Chain Management, and you are a member in good standing with Supply
Chain Canada.
- The leadership. You are a visionary leader with a passion for sharing
knowledge and creating access to courses, bringing real industry experiences
and examples into the classroom. You can leverage your network to host
industry experts as guest lecturers and generate employment opportunities
within the field. You prioritize taking and fostering a collaborative and
inclusive approach to teaching and can engage students and faculty. You have
a demonstrated ability to provide mentorship, guidance, and thought
leadership. You are a creative problem solver, able to balance and shift
priorities, anticipate and respond to issues, and manage change effectively.
- The interpersonal skills. You have exceptional oral and written communication
skills. You can build trusting, influential relationships with diverse
stakeholders, including funders, academic leaders, faculty, students, alumni,
regulatory bodies, and industry partners. You have the emotional
intelligence, business acumen and maturity to manage conflict, exercise
diplomacy, practice discretion, and apply constructive feedback.
Why work at Yorkville University?
- An atmosphere that successfully blends an entrepreneurial culture with
education. We value innovation and continuously look towards expanding our
programming, working with the latest research, tools and solutions. As a
private school with government approval of our offerings, we have the
opportunity to do more, stay current and be future-forward.
- The chance to accelerate your career and disrupt education by responding to
the needs you see and purposefully challenging the status quo. Everything we
do here is about delighting and engaging our employees - and ultimately our
students- from mentorship to teaching, from creative outlets to analytical
ones.
- A place where all individuals feel welcomed in the academic and workplace
environments and can bring their authentic selves to the educational and work
spheres. We celebrate the full range of human diversity and we acknowledge
that equal access to opportunities and services may require the removal of
barriers that equity-seeking communities experience in trying to obtain this
access.
- The opportunity to grow with access to free courses, certifications and
programs - right up to our Masters' offerings.
- An appreciation for the insights and skills you bring to work with a
competitive salary and comprehensive benefits, including a wide breadth of
wellness services and a work-life balance.
Compensation: Base salary is $100-110K per year plus benefits.
Join us
We welcome and appreciate candidates with a range of backgrounds and
experiences. If you have 70% of the qualifications we are looking for, express
your interest.
What you can expect from our hiring process:
- A virtual interview with a Talent Advisor discussing your interest in the
role and your professional and academic background.
- An introductory call with the team
- A panel interview with leadership, faculty, and a student
- A final interview with the Provost & President
- Reference, credential and background check
Diversity, equity and inclusion are a critical component of life at Yorkville
University and Toronto Film School and we are committed to making these values
an integral part of our culture. We encourage applications from all qualified
applicants, including women, persons with disabilities, Black, Indigenous and
People of Colour (BIPOC), people from the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender,
Transsexual, Queer, Questioning, Two-Spirit, Intersex, Asexual + (LGBTQ2SIA+)
community and other equity-seeking groups.
Yorkville University is committed to providing accessible employment practices
that are in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities
Act ('AODA'). If you require accommodation for disability, please notify Human
Resources at 1-877-429-4029.
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