Manager, Continuing Dental Education, College of Dentistry

University of Saskatchewan • Saskatoon • 2d ago

Manager, Continuing Dental Education, College of Dentistry Primary Purpose The Manager, Continuing Dental Education (CDE) leads and manages all aspects of the College’s continuing education portfolio in dentistry. This role develops the annual CE program, recruits speakers, secures sponsorships, organizes lectures and hands-on courses, ensures accreditation compliance, engages external stakeholders, and supports the financial sustainability and growth of CE activities. The position must work independently and in collaboration with College leaders, communication officers, and development officers. Nature of Work This Phase 2 professional position requires autonomy, advanced judgment, and the ability to coordinate complex CE activities. The Manager works closely with academic directors, faculty, clinic leadership, communication officers, development officers, administrative staff, and industry partners. The work includes planning, event management, sponsorship development, budgeting, stakeholder engagement, and marketing. Some evening or weekend work may be required based on CE activities. Key Responsibilities Program Planning & Development Develop an annual CE strategy aligned with College priorities Design a balanced CE calendar including lectures, workshops, hands-on sessions, and online offerings Identify emerging topics and professional development needs in dentistry Speaker Recruitment Recruit high-quality local, national, and international speakers Manage speaker contracts, travel, accommodations, honoraria, and presentation requirements Maintain a speaker/expert database Sponsorship & Partnership Development Engage and secure sponsorships from industry partners and dental suppliers Develop sponsorship packages and ensure sponsor visibility during CE activities Coordinate closely with the College’s development officer to align sponsorship strategies Course & Event Coordination Lead the full organization of CE activities, including logistics, registration, equipment, materials, catering, and onsite support Coordinate hands-on courses ensuring safety, clinical standards, and operational readiness Ensure participants receive clear communication and high-quality support throughout events Accreditation & Compliance Ensure CE courses meet professional accreditation requirements Maintain documentation for regulatory and licensing bodies Issue certificates and track attendance and CE credits Marketing & Communications Collaborate with the College’s communications officer to promote CE offerings Develop promotional materials, online content, and marketing campaigns Expand outreach to dental professionals locally, nationally, and internationally Financial Management Prepare budgets, set course fees, and ensure financial sustainability of CE offerings Manage revenue, expenses, sponsorship funds, and financial reconciliation Provide financial and participation reports to the Dean Stakeholder Collaboration Work independently and collaboratively with College leaders, communication officers, and development officers Coordinate with academic directors, faculty, clinic operations, procurement, IT, and administrative staff Maintain strong partnerships with provincial and national dental organizations Other Duties Support College-wide events involving CE components Assist the Dean with strategic or emerging CE initiatives Perform additional responsibilities as needed to advance the CE portfolio Qualifications Education Bachelor’s degree required (education, business, communications, health administration, or related) Additional training in event management, marketing, or project management is an asset Experience 3–5 years of experience in continuing education, event management, or professional development Experience in dentistry, health care, or academic environments is preferred Demonstrated success organizing events, recruiting speakers, and managing sponsorships Proven ability to work independently and collaboratively Skills & Competencies Strong organizational and project-management skills Ability to work independently with minimal supervision Strong interpersonal skills for collaborating with leaders, communications, and development teams Excellent written and verbal communication skills Competence in budgeting and overseeing financial performance Strong problem-solving abilities and attention to detail Proficiency in Microsoft Office and event-management systems Department: College of Dentistry Status: Term 2 years with the possibility of extension or becoming permanent Employment Group: ASPA Shift: Monday to Friday 8:00 to 4:30 Full Time Equivalent (FTE): 1 Salary: The salary range, based on 1.0 FTE, is $69,035.00 - 107,868.00 per annum. The starting salary will be commensurate with education and experience. Salary Family (if applicable): Specialist Professional Salary Phase/Band: Phase 2 Posted Date: 11/28/2025 Closing Date: 12/25/2025 at 6:00 pm CST Number of Openings: 1 Work Location: On Campus The successful applicant will be required to provide the following current verification(s) where 'Yes' is indicated below. Further information is available at: https://careers.usask.ca/tips-for-applying.php Criminal Record Check: Not Applicable Driver's License and Abstract Check: Not Applicable Education/Credential Verification: Yes Vulnerable Sector Check: Not Applicable The University of Saskatchewan aspires to be what the world needs and embraces equity, diversity and inclusion as foundational to excellence and innovation. We actively seek to create a welcoming environment where all individuals feel empowered to thrive, contribute, and grow. Applications from equity-deserving groups are encouraged as part of our ongoing efforts to reflect the diversity of the communities we serve: EDI Framework for Action. We continue to grow our partnerships with Indigenous communities across the province, nationally, and internationally and value the unique perspective that Indigenous employees provide to strengthen these relationships. Verification of Indigenous Membership/Citizenship at the University of Saskatchewan is led and determined by the deybwewin | taapwaywin | tapwewin: Indigenous Truth policy and the Standing Committee in accordance with the processes developed to enact the policy. Successful candidates that assert Indigenous membership/citizenship will be asked to complete the verification process of Indigenous membership/citizenship with documentation. The University of Saskatchewan provides an accessible and inclusive workplace. 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