Dean of the Seminary

Posted: February 10, 2022

SUMMARY

Briercrest College & Seminary invites applications for the Dean of the Seminary position which oversees the academic operation of our Seminary, commencing August 1st, 2022.

This role includes part-time teaching alongside administrative leadership in guiding the faculty, attending to student needs, programming, and networking with the church. The successful candidate will be an enthusiastic teacher, planner, organizer, and leader with a view to serving the church in forming reflective practitioners. While doctoral training is preferred, candidates should possess a Master’s degree in a relevant field with considerable church ministry and educational administrative experience.

Questions about the nature of the post may be directed to Dr. Don Taylor, Provost & Dean of the College. (dtaylor@briercrest.ca)

Briercrest College and Seminary is a private, confessional post-secondary institution in the evangelical Protestant tradition. Candidates must be committed to historic Christian orthodoxy and be sympathetic to the traditions of Briercrest College and Seminary. All employees agree to sign a doctrinal statement and code of conduct. Information about the school can be found at the institutional web site, www.briercrest.ca.

APPLICATIONS

Applicants should submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, writing sample, statement of educational philosophy, evidence of teaching effectiveness, sample of syllabi and exams, and three professional letters of reference to Mr. Adrian Leister, Director of Human Resources (hr@briercrest.ca) 510 College Drive, Briercrest College, Caronport, SK, S0H 0S0.

Applications received until the position has been filled.

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply. However, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority. While Briercrest College and Seminary hires on merit, we are committed to the principle of equity in employment, welcoming diversity and encouraging applications from all qualified women and men, including persons with disabilities, members of visible minorities, and Indigenous persons.

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