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The AFA recognizes this is an extremely difficult time for Alberta's arts sector. Learn more about our COVID-19 response here.
Alberta University of the Arts (AUArts) is looking for a Chair, School of Visual Art – a strong leader who fosters inclusion and collaboration; an initiator who steps up to get the job done; someone who is organized, ambitious and looking to move our institution forward.
This role is a temporary three (3) or five (5) year term.
Why AUArts?
Alberta University of the Arts (AUArts) is a community of thinkers, shapers, makers and risk takers. We are students, faculty, staff and alumni rich in diversity of culture and thought, challenged to fearlessly explore what moves us, drives us, and implores us to see the world differently. As Alberta’s only dedicated art, craft and design institution, AUArts has deep roots in Calgary’s creative community and is proud to play an important role in nurturing creativity and driving innovation in our province and around the world.
AUArts’ 1,100 students enjoy small class sizes and studio-based programming in some of the best – and biggest – arts facilities Canada has to offer. Our faculty members, some of the most talented artists, designers, and critical thinkers in Canada, are dedicated mentors which form the beating heart of AUArts and give students unparalleled opportunity to grow and flourish as they earn a Bachelor of Fine Arts in one of nine disciplines, a Bachelor of Design in one of two, or an MFA in Craft Media.
AUArts’ campus includes two professional galleries, nine student-run exhibition spaces, various pop-up exhibitions, a library dedicated to art and design, and access to all the great things the neighboring Southern Alberta Institute of Technology (SAIT) campus has to offer.
The Opportunity (3 – 5 year term)
(Competition #2021-DE-MT-17)
As part of our academic leadership team and reporting to the Vice President, Academic Affairs & Provost, the Chair is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of the School of Visual Art, ensuring that policies, procedures, and guidelines are observed and that all students, staff and faculty are engaged in a safe, inclusive, and professional learning environment. The Chair will work collaboratively with all School Chairs, university faculty, staff, and students to provide leadership regarding curricula, financial and procedural administration, timetabling and scheduling, research and project activities, emergency operations, facilities resource management, and the management of conduct and discipline. The Chair will also provide leadership towards advancing a culture of inclusion and respect through principles of equity, diversity and anti-racism.
Key Responsibilities:
Academic Leadership
Academic Representation
Faculty and Staff Supervision
Financial Oversight and Institutional Compliance
Health and Safety
The successful candidate will have:
Compensation:
A competitive compensation package will be provided including an attractive base salary and benefits. Further details will be discussed in a personal interview.
How to Apply:
Applications must include the following in a SINGLE PDF DOCUMENT:
Please upload your single document to the "Resume" section - do not upload any documents to the "cover letter" section.
You will be required to create an account in order to submit your application. Please visit our How to Apply page to ensure your application is complete prior to submission.
Review of applications will begin on February 1, 2021 and will continue until the position is filled or the search is closed. While we thank all candidates for their interest, only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.
Further information about AUArts is available on our website at www.auarts.ca.
AUArts is an equal opportunity employer and is strongly committed to fostering diversity within our community. We welcome those who would contribute to the further diversity of the university. We encourage expressions of interest from all qualified applicants for consideration for this or other suitable vacancies although applications from Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority.
The collection of personal information is for the purpose of determining eligibility and suitability for employment as authorized by the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy (FOIP) Act, section 33(c). If you have any questions about the collection of your information, please contact our FOIP Coordinator at foip@auarts.ca.
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