Chair - Business Administration, Accounting (Temporary)

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Important Application Deadline Notice

Applications must be submitted by 11:59pm MST on the day before the posting end date shown above, as Workday automatically closes postings at that time.

Internal NAIT Employees

Current NAIT employees are welcome to apply for this opportunity. To be considered, please submit your application through the NAIT Jobs Hub rather than the external career site.

About the Opportunity

Please note: This is a temporary assignment with an anticipated duration of up to three years, subject to change and possible extension.

The Chair champions the program and ensures student success through instructional and curriculum excellence. The Chair supports program development and growth, maintains high-quality and relevant curriculum, serves as an industry liaison, leads program promotional efforts, and works collaboratively with the Associate Dean to identify opportunities for revenue generation. Committed to academic excellence, the Chair is also responsible for fostering instructor development through teaching observations, coaching, mentoring, and promoting the overall well-being of both staff and students. Additionally, the Chair encourages applied research and scholarly activity within the program by collaborating on and participating in related projects.
 

This Chair position will provide academic and strategic leadership for the following program:

• Business Administration - Accounting

The successful candidate will possess strong leadership skills and a proven track record of supporting both student and colleague success. A collaborative mindset, comfort with change, and a commitment to continuous improvement are essential. Given the relationship-focused nature of the role, being respectful, open-minded, and supportive will also be key to success.

Key Responsibilities

• Work closely with the Associate Dean to ensure the timely and effective leadership of the program(s), with a strong focus on staff support and student success.
• Lead the program(s) 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(s).
• Recommend staff development opportunities for the instructional team to the Associate Dean.
• Participate in the recruitment, selection, and orientation of program 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 curriculum in multiple technology-enabled delivery and 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, 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

• Related Master's required, Doctoral Degree preferred
• Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) designation is an asset
• Relevant industry experience
• Previous leadership/supervisory experience

Classification – Leader II - Chair

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

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 up to a three-year term with the possibility of a further three-year extension. 

Remuneration

Refer to Leader II salary range below; As outlined in the NASA Collective Agreement.

The compensation range for this job posting is : $83,662.68 - $136,369.27

Applicants with education credentials earned outside of Canada should have their credentials evaluated by a recognized agency in Canada - Foreign Credential Validation against Canadian Standards - Canada.ca.

NAIT is committed to a transparent, fair, and human-centered hiring experience. All candidates are assessed directly by our recruitment and hiring teams.

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

About NAIT

We are known as one of Alberta’s top employers. 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. For eligible positions, 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, eligible employees receive 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 a safe environment that supports equity and cultivates inclusion through our Centre for Community and Belonging (CCB). We are a proud partner of the Canadian Centre for Diversity and Inclusion. While we encourage all qualified applicants to apply, only those being considered will be contacted. If you require any assistance or accommodations please connect with us at careers@nait.ca.