Job Description

ACADEMIC DEVELOPMENT SPECIALIST

RESEARCH AND ACADEMIC INNOVATION

NorQuesters are difference makers and we’re searching for someone dedicated to finding ways forward to join our Program Development team as an Academic Development Specialist. The Program Development department leads the development of new programs and maintains quality assurance of our programs in collaboration with faculty and staff across the college to support NorQuest 2030, We Are Who We Include. We are looking for someone to join our team, grow their skills, find ways forward, and be part of providing exceptional programing to our learners!

Reporting to the Manager, Program Development, the Academic Development Specialist is responsible for assisting the program development process, program review process, grant call projects, as well as supporting the Program Plan 2030 and Program Review Revitalization initiatives. This position will require excellent organizational skills, decision-making capabilities, writing skills, and relationship building skills with a range of internal and external stakeholders.

HOW YOU'LL MAKE A DIFFERENCE

• Develop and launch new credit programming and alternative credentials at the college by providing expertise and guidance in new program development to faculty, staff, and subject matter experts engaged in program development.
• Develop and maintain program development templates and tools to guide programs through the internal and external approval process.
• Promote a culture of collaboration and consultation in program development and program review by communicating the processes and statuses of programs to departments, divisions, and executive, by seeking feedback and partnership with faculty, staff, and subject matter experts, and by carrying out needs assessments and consultations with community, business and industry, and government stakeholders.
• Work with key internal stakeholders to develop an implementation process to support the launch and operationalization of new programs.
• Research and coordinate grant funding applications to help develop future programs at the College.
• Administer NorQuest’s program records on the Government of Alberta’s PAPRS through the creation, update, and termination of program records following internal approval processes, submission of applicable external templates, and external approval processes.
• Support the program life-cycle at NorQuest by assisting program proposals, learner calculations, budgets, and program suspension and termination proposals.
• Maintain currency and relevancy by understanding and leveraging best practices for development, innovation, and continuous improvements in credit programming and alternative credentials to ensure our methods result in quality programming.

WHAT YOU BRING

• An undergraduate degree in a related field.
• 3+ years’ experience, preferably in a post-secondary environment.
• Proven experience and success managing multi-disciplinary initiatives preferably in an academic setting.
• Experience and training in project management.
• Experience in developing academic programs would be an asset.

WHAT MAKES YOU A DIFFERENCE MAKER

As a difference maker you bring:

• Excellent planning and organizational skills.
• Self-motivation and ability to exercise a high level of sound and independent judgment, reasoning, and discretion.
• Ability to work collaboratively and effectively with other team members from other areas of expertise within the organization.
• Ability to multi-task at a high level of performance.
• Excellent communication, writing, research, and relationship building skills.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to perform in front of groups i.e., group facilitation.

SALARY: $61,635-$80,033 reflective upon what you bring AKA your education and experience. This is a fulltime term position until December 30, 2024 with immediate access to our great benefit program.

We offer flexible work options. We strive for balance between a flexible work environment, connectedness to the campus community, and ensuring NorQuesters are set up to succeed in their roles and responsibilities.

Our Commitment to Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion :

We're on a journey to become an inclusive, anti-racist, and decolonized organization. NorQuesters are trailblazers – we are curious, creative, and innovative - our lived experiences are honoured, creating accessibility and a sense of belonging for everyone.

NorQuest 2030 We Are Who We Include shares our strength and difference comes from who is included, and along with our students we are learning and growing to listen deeply and say what we feel.

NorQuest College is committed to being an employer of choice for First Nations, Métis, and Inuit people by recognizing, respecting, and supporting Indigenous people's self-determination through the institution’s work in decolonization, reconciliation, and Indigenization.

ACCESSIBILITY: At NorQuest, we are who we include. We strive to provide access and accommodation throughout the recruitment, application, and selection process. We want to create opportunities for you to confidently be your authentic self. If you would like an accommodation at any stage of the process, please reach out to human.resources@norquest.ca.

APPLY TO BECOME A NORQUESTER: If this opportunity delights you and your expertise will shine in this role, we invite you to apply for this position online by uploading your resume and cover letter combined as one document.

PSST: Only candidates shortlisted for an interview will be contacted and we’ll make sure to do this within 28 days of the closing date.

COMPETITION NUMBER: 2023-4320

CLOSING DATE: December 6, 2023 @ 11:59PM MST