Lead skilled trades education at Keyano College as Dean, combining practical trade expertise with strategic academic leadership in Fort McMurray.

Reporting to the Vice President, Academic, the Dean serves on Keyano’s senior leadership team. You will guide apprenticeship, occupational certification, industry training and workforce development programs. The mandate includes partnerships, program quality, financial stewardship and workforce planning.

Key Responsibilities:
Provide strategic, academic and operational leadership aligned with institutional priorities
Lead Chairs, faculty and staff through growth and accountability
Oversee apprenticeship programming and Alberta Apprenticeship and Industry Training relationships
Manage budgets, equipment,



facilities and protected training settings
Develop sustainable trades and industry training opportunities

Requirements:
Red Seal Journeyperson certification and skilled trade experience
At least five years of senior leadership experience
Experience managing teams, budgets and organizational change
Understanding of Alberta’s apprenticeship system and workforce development
Robust communication and stakeholder relationship skills

Represent Keyano College while advancing program quality, industry partnerships and skilled trades pathways across Northern Alberta.

📌 Dean School Of Trades Fort Mcmurray (Canada)
🏢 Keyano College
📍 Canada