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Background Information & Candidate Profile

Vice-President, Corporate Services

Confirmed: April 12, 2019

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B a c k g r o u n d I n f o r m a t i o n

Northern College

Northern College serves the postsecondary education needs of over 1,700 full-time postsecondary students, with an additional 700 students in China, and 6,700 part-time and continuing education students in the Cochrane and Timiskaming Districts of Northeastern Ontario. Its catchment area covers 160,000 square km and includes 65 communities, 18 of which are First Nations. The college has four campuses located in: Haileybury, Kirkland Lake, Moosonee and Timmins and seven Learning Centres throughout its service region. Northern College is recognized for its warm, welcoming and culturally inclusive environment. As a highly respected community and regional partner, the College plays a strong role in the region’s economic development and success. Northern College participates in regional development projects that build community capacity, and its faculty, support staff and administrators are dedicated to helping individual learners succeed. This commitment to student support, access and program relevance contributed to one of the highest rates of graduate employment and employer satisfaction in the province.

Vision: “Success for all through learning and partnerships”.

Mission: “Excelling in quality, accessible education through innovative programs, services and

partnerships for the benefit of our northern communities.”

Motto: “Your college. Your community”

Guiding Principles of the Northern Educational Experience:

Learning for success. Career opportunities through innovative education and transferable skills. Practical, hands-on experience. Value for your investment. Support for lifelong learning. A healthy, adaptive and progressive organizational culture.

Commitments:

At Northern College, we:

Are open, consultative and accountable; Act with personal responsibility and integrity; Pursue collaborative partnerships and entrepreneurial opportunities to better serve all of our communities; Foster and encourage a safe, caring and respectful organizational culture; Support, nurture and celebrate the contributions and accomplishments of learners and employees; Respond to the choices and directions of Indigenous peoples; Establish an organizational culture that reflects the diversity of our communities; Engage in applied research in the pursuit of northern development and continuous improvement;

Connect learners and communities through the innovative application of technology.

Practice ethical decision making that engenders trust while safeguarding the College and individuals Use our natural and built environments observing conservation and sustainable practices Enhance the quality and access to college education through global initiatives

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Facts about Northern College (2016/17) The College’s Region

111,933 population base (2016 Census) covering over 160,000 sq. km. 65+ communities 18 Indigenous communities

Programs

Northern College offers a range of full-time, part-time, certificate, diploma and apprenticeship programs, as well as a collaborative degree program, and hundreds of in-class, web-based and correspondence courses. Program areas of strength include:

Apprenticeship Trades and Technology Animal and Human Health and Wellness Sciences Welding Electrical Mining Environmental Technology Emergency Services

Students (2018/19)

1900 Full-time overall 700 Off-shore (China) 6,700+ Part-time and continuing education students 1,000+ graduates 16% Indigenous students; 16% First Generation students; and 6% Second Career students 12 industry partners involved in Applied Research projects currently; 19 entrepreneurial projects in

development. Key Performance Indicators 74% Student Satisfaction 89% Graduate Employment 76% Graduate Satisfaction 68% Graduation Rate 86% Employer Satisfaction Staffing 259 FT staff (80 Faculty; 143 Support Staff; 31 36 Administration)

2019/2020 Budget and Payroll $50 Million annual budget $30.5 Million payroll

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Campuses

Timmins Campus – the main and largest campus houses the Centre of Excellence for Trades and Technology (opened in 2010)offering cutting-edge programs in trades and engineering technology; and the newly opened Integrated Emergency Services Complex.

Haileybury Campus - home to the modern Veterinary Sciences Centre, which attracts students from across Ontario, and the world-renowned Haileybury School of Mines .

Kirkland Lake Campus – houses the School of Welding Engineering Technology - a leader in the field of welding education and training. The School was the first in North America to become an authorized training body for the International Institute for Welding (IIW).

Moosonee Campus – has a satellite Trades Centre, linked to the Centre of Excellence for Trades and

Technology, located at the Timmins Campus. It provides high-skills training in technology, trades and apprenticeship programs to James Bay coastal communities.

Each campus hosts areas of program specialization and a comprehensive range of programming.

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2016 – 2020 Broad Objectives

Support innovative delivery frameworks and methods; Increase strategic investments in people and technology to support learning; Enhance pathways between post-secondary education and training divisions; Maximize the strategic impact of Signature Programs; Enrich Signature Programs; Strengthen the “Northern” identity; Leverage and promote the benefits and values of the Northern Experience; Become the college of choice for Indigenous People. Improve the alignment of institutional processes and practices with Indigenous perspectives and values.

For further details on the College’s 2016- 2020 Strategic Plan, please visit:

http://www.northernc.on.ca/docs/pdfs/2016/strategicplan20162020.pdf

Draft Strategic Mandate Agreement (2017 – 2020)

The Strategic Mandate Agreement between the Ministry of Advanced Education and Skills Development (MAESD) and Northern College outlines the role the college currently performs in Ontario’s postsecondary education system and how it will build on its current strengths to achieve its vision and help drive system-wide objectives and government priorities. The term of the new SMA is from April 1, 2017 to March 31, 2020, and addresses the following Priorities for Differentiation:

Student Experience Innovation in Teaching and Learning Excellence Access and Equity Applied Research Excellence and Impact Innovation, Economic Development and Community Engagement Enrolment Strategy, Program Direction, Sustainability and Partnerships Institutional Collaborations and Partnerships

As an institution, Northern College identifies the following “Institutional Aspirations”:

Building collaborative partnerships provincially and internationally to attain a full-time enrolment (FTE) count of 2,020 students by 2020;

Achieving barrier-free learning; Becoming the college of choice for Indigenous learners.

Additional aspirations include:

Collaborating with Algoma University to see an expansion of undergraduate programs at the Timmins Campus that will create clear 2+1 and 2+2 pathways from college diploma to undergraduate studies;

Achieving national and international recognition for our postsecondary signature programs and corporate training services;

Pursuing expanded degree granting opportunities to fill the regional need.

A copy of Northern College’s “Strategic Mandate Agreement (2017 - 2020)” is available at: https://www.ontario.ca/page/2017-20-strategic-mandate-agreement-northern-college-applied-arts-and-technology

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R o l e S u m m a r y

V i c e - P r e s i d e n t , C o r p o r a t e S e r v i c e s

The Vice President Corporate Services is the senior administrative position at Northern College accountable for providing leadership, strategic planning and senior management direction to the managers and staff responsible for the administrative services of the college. The Vice-President, Corporate Services is accountable for finance, human resources, plant and property, and ancillary services. The Vice President holds an appointment as Treasurer of the Board of Governors. The Vice President Corporate Services is a senior administrator who participates in the overall management of Northern College as a member of the President’s Senior Management Team and as such shares accountability for the attainment of the college’s Strategic and Business Plans. The Vice President Corporate Services provides strategic advice to the President.

Management Principles and Responsibilities

Northern College promotes the following values and characteristics for all its employees in the belief that the shared responsibility and accountability in decision making processes will advance the Vision, Mission and Strategic Goals of the College. This shared responsibility, authority and accountability means that all employees of the College, regardless of their position in the organization: will have the responsibility to promote and practice transparency, respect, trust and integrity in building

our working relationships both internal and external to the college.

will have both the right to help formulate the mission, operating principles and strategic plan of the institution and an obligation to support and promote them;

will be actively involved in College committee work, College events and the ongoing promotion and evaluation of our programs and services;

will be simultaneously teachers and learners and have an obligation to fulfil each of these roles by undertaking to understand facets of the organization outside of their direct responsibilities and by teaching others about their role and how it relates to others in the organization;

will undertake personal and professional development activities to enhance their ability to provide a quality learning environment;

will be clear and constructive communicators and respectful listeners engaged in true dialogue;

will be problem solvers and consensus builders who constructively critique and strive to find and propose solutions employing the use of effective conflict resolution and mediation skills (when problems are encountered) and;

will be supported in their endeavours at constructive organizational transformation;

will be positively recognized for their achievements.

For further details on the position, please see the College’s Job Fact Sheet (“JFS”) for this position.

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Key Leadership Priorities for the new Vice-President, Corporate Services:

• As a member of the Senior Management Team of the College, share strategic and operational accountability for the attainment of the College’s Strategic and Business Plans.

• Working closely with the Corporate Services Team, oversee and champion the successful implementation and execution of initiatives contained in the Business Plan.

• Identify opportunities for positive change that will continue to enhance organizational efficiency, effectiveness and innovation, while maintaining high levels of quality, service and student satisfaction. Strive to enable a culture of continuous improvement, quality and effectiveness across the division and entire organization.

• As Treasurer, provide sound advice and support to the President and Board of Governors in order ensure the financial integrity and sustainability of Northern College while ensuring compliance with all Ministerial/legal/policy requirements and objectives.

• Provide solid leadership, management, mentorship and support to the core team of managers (and their respective teams) within the portfolio to ensure future success, continuous improvement and development. Be visible within the various campus locations of the college.

• Provide executive management and oversight of the College’s Private/Public Partnership.

• As a member of the Senior Management Team, help to spur new/enhanced entrepreneurial growth, contract/corporate training partnerships and opportunities to ensure sustainability and new revenue streams into the future.

• Provide strategic support to the President and College to ensure positive human resources, labour relations and engagement across the institution.

• Lead the development of long-term business plans and approaches to planning, including capital investment, planning and deferred maintenance costs – as part of the current and future budget plans and processes of the College.

• Champion and enable a collaborative philosophy and approach with all other leaders and departments across the College to ensure cohesion and synergy.

Reporting Structure to the Vice-President, Corporate Services Reporting directly to the President, The Vice-President, Corporate Services is a member of the Senior Management team of the College which includes the following positions currently:

Vice President, Corporate Services Vice President, Academic & Student Success Executive Director, Community, Business and Employment Services Executive Director, Student Services, Institutional Research and Registrar

The Vice-President, Corporate Services also holds an appointment as the Treasurer of the Board of Governors, and

assists the President in advising the Board of corporate issues, such as planning, by-laws, finance, budgeting and

facilities management.

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Reporting to the Vice-President, Corporate Services are the following positions and functions:

Manager of Human Resource Services Manager, Plant & Property Controller Executive Director, Community, Business Development & Employment Services (also a member of

Senior Management) There is a total of 70 full-time staff in the division.

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I d e a l C a n d i d a t e P r o f i l e

A minimum of a post-secondary degree (i.e., Business Administration) is required. A Master’s

degree/MBA, and professional accounting designation would be viewed as an asset, but is not considered mandatory.

A minimum of 13 years of corporate leadership and management experience from within a complex, unionized, public-sector environment or organization.

Proven ability to lead and manage a diverse team of professionals and leaders across different disciplines in the division which includes finance, human resources, physical resources, and corporate training services. Proven leadership and management skills to successfully support, mentor and develop teams and professionals. Experience and expertise in managing human resources, labour relations, health and safety, and the administration of collective agreements will be important.

Demonstrated strategic thinking, planning, and analytical skills within the context of the College’s strategic mandate and priorities and within a constantly-evolving environment. Proven skills providing leadership in strategic and business planning, budgeting, forecasting, modeling and preparation of financial statements, management reports and plans, as well as enterprise-wide risk management to ensure the effective allocation, management, alignment and optimization of resources across the College. Will be proficient in the use of financial and management software and business information technology.

Proven experience working with Boards and Audit/Finance Committees as a member of an executive

leadership team. Demonstrates a high degree of personal and professional integrity, competence and credibility, to ensure confidence.

Demonstrated ability to develop and optimize respectful, collaborative and mutually-beneficial relationships and partnerships across the institution, with community/business partners, as well as the Ministry of Training Colleges and Universities (MTCU). Experience working with Indigenous communities and/or partners would be valuable. Experience developing, negotiating and managing complex contracts and partnerships will be beneficial.

Strong decision-making and problem-solving skills. Exercises excellent judgment by relying on professional knowledge and experience. Will hold him/herself and others across the division and College accountable. Will have the courage and conviction to make tough decisions/recommendations, as required.

Ability to champion innovation and continuous improvement by offering new ideas, challenging the status quo, presenting new approaches, ideas and solutions, and encouraging others to do the same. He/she will maintain a supportive environment to develop and implement new approaches effectively balancing risk-taking and return on investment.

Excellent interpersonal skills and highly developed oral and written communication skills. An open, approachable, accessible and collegial style. A positive, optimistic attitude and good sense of humour is valued.

Demonstrated commitment to community involvement, with a strong desire to collaborate and contribute to the College’s presence, reputation and contribution to economic prosperity within the region. Brings an appreciation for, and/or desire to live and work in Northeastern Ontario.

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Compensation Package Salary band 16: $126,716 to $168,954 per annum (*presently under review) The position is eligible for an annual Performance Incentive of up to 15%. The College also offers a complete range of fringe benefits, including a comprehensive benefits plan, and CAAT (Colleges of Applied Arts and Technology) defined-benefit pension plan.

For Further information on this opportunity, please contact:

Jordene Lyttle, Partner Ken Robb, Associate Partner Promeus Inc. Promeus Inc. jordene.lyttle@promeus.ca ken.robb@nor_del.com (416) 850-1650 (519) 583-9797

For additional information on Northern College

Please visit the College’s web site at: http://www.northernc.on.ca/

Confidential submission of applications and nominations to: resumes@promeus.ca

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The College offers an inclusive work environment and encourage applications from all qualified individuals.