Date Posted: August 29, 2025

Posting Deadline: September 12, 2025

Department: Program Development Support & Innovation

Type of Employment: Temporary, Full Time (2 Years)

Group Affiliation: APC Group 8 ($83,160 - $107,174 annually)

At Saint Mary's University, you will be surrounded by a talented and dedicated team of professionals committed to accessibility, diversity, and the provision of a positive and supportive learning environment. We recognize the importance of the contribution and growth of each individual in the University's success. We are currently looking to fill the temporary position of Director, Executive & Professional Development.

What we offer

As a team member at Saint Mary's, we are proud to offer many benefits. Some of these include:

• Competitive compensation
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Defined Contribution Pension plan
• Vacation
• Personal days
• Hybrid Flex Option
• Professional development
• Holiday closure
• Summer hour schedule
• Employee Transit EPass through Halifax Transit

Job Information and Responsibilities

Under the direction of the AVP, Program Innovation & Strategic Initiatives, the Director, Executive and Professional Development (EPD) will:

• Provide transformational leadership and professional management of the academic, administrative, programmatic, fiscal and strategic operations of the EPD

• Supervises full-time and part time staff

• Play a pivotal role in developing the EPD into an agile, dynamic, and self-sustaining enterprise that can cater to the changing education and professional development needs of executives and career-focused life learners in the Atlantic region and beyond (nationally and internationally)

• Consult with both private and public sector employers, professional associations and internal stakeholders regarding assessment, development, design and delivery of professional development programs

• Develop, implement and evaluate a marketing and promotional strategy consistent with the Division's Marketing strategy

• Oversee and monitor budget submissions, variances and monitor program revenues

• Supervise full and part-time employees and student assistants as required

  Experience and Education Requirements

To be the successful Continuous Improvement Specialist you will have:

• Master's Degree in educational leadership, adult education, business administration
• Minimum eight (8) years' experience of directly related experience
• Demonstrated leadership skills with a particular focus on building and leading organizations in a fluid and dynamic environment
• A strong record of participation in professional activities, public presentations, and/or published writing indicating leadership in the areas of executive education and other areas of higher education
• Extensive and successful administrative experience in higher education or organization development with an emphasis on life-long learning, executive education and professional development
• Strong ability to communicate effectively with varying levels of the University and in an environment of shared governance
• Demonstrated ability in budgetary and financial affairs
• Experience and skills in entrepreneurship, business development, and non-credit education will be considered an asset

Application Details

Apply for this opportunity online using our online application system through Career Beacon. Click on "Apply Now" and complete all required information fields. Qualified candidates should submit the following with their application:

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• Three Professional References

Late applications may not receive consideration. We appreciate all applications and note that only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. No telephone calls please.

At Saint Mary's University, equity and diversity are integral to excellence and enrich our community. As an institution committed to fostering an environment of inclusion and respect, we encourage all qualified candidates to apply; however, preference will be given to applicants who self-identify as Black/African Nova Scotians, Indigenous peoples, racialized persons/visible minorities, persons with disabilities and women. If you require accommodations during the recruitment process, please contact Talent Acquisition at [email protected].