Academic Coordinator

1 week ago

Edmonton, Canada NAIT Full time

Reporting to the Associate Dean of School of Health and Life Sciences, the Academic Coordinator provides support for program delivery and academic operations. The Academic Coordinator manages and supports the development of Instructional Assistants (IAs), ensures compliance with course management processes, and supports program reporting. Additionally, the role assists Associate Deans with curriculum and student success initiatives, cross-institutional collaborations, and accreditation, contributing to the overall quality and continuous improvement of academic programs.

**Key Responsibilities**:
Leadership of Instructional Assistants (IA)
- Supervise and provide ongoing support to IAs.
- Assign, substitute, and coordinate IAs to meet program needs.
- Coach, mentor, and manage IA talent development.
- Liaise with Academic Coordinators in other schools to ensure consistency in IA practices.
- Participate in the recruitment, selection, and composition of IA teams.

Academic Administration
- Ensure school-wide compliance with course management requirements and adherence to key deadlines.
- Administer and facilitate the course approval process.
- Validate and maintain the accuracy of information entered into the curriculum management systems.
- Oversee the accuracy and consistency of course information on the website.
- Provide support for annual program reporting and related academic processes.

Academic Program Support and Coordination
- Assist Associate Deans in implementing curriculum pathways, conducting program reviews, and supporting continuous improvement processes.
- Support Associate Deans with student admission, retention, and progression initiatives.
- Coordinate communications to students throughout the student lifecycle.
- Support Associate Deans with cross-institutional collaborations, program accreditation, and aligning with the requirements of government and other professional bodies.
- Provide support for program quality initiatives, such as coordinating industry focus groups and liaising with industry partners.
- Support the school and the Associate Deans with operational and curriculum committees, Program Advisory Committees (PACs), and Apprenticeship Advisory Committees (AACs).

**Skills & Abilities**:

- Drives strategic planning and implementation aligned with institutional goals.
- Effectively manages relationships with diverse stakeholders.
- Ensures efficient and effective operations, meeting deadlines.
- Leads and motivates teams, fostering a collaborative work environment.
- Communicates clearly and effectively with diverse audiences.
- Makes informed decisions and solves problems creatively.
- Identifies opportunities for improvement and drives innovative solutions.
- Analyzes data to identify trends and inform strategic decisions.

**Qualifications**:

- Education related post-secondary undergraduate degree or equivalency.
- 5 years of related experience in a post-secondary institution, ideally related to program delivery.
- Equivalencies (combination of education and experience) may be considered.

Applicants with education credentials earned outside of Canada should have their credentials evaluated by World Education Services or the International Qualifications Assessment Service (IQAS).

**Remuneration**: $67,738.32 - $91,093.60 annually, plus a comprehensive benefits package. (Classification - Coordinator II).
- This position is covered by the Alberta Union of Provincial Employees (AUPE) Collective Agreement._

**Please submit a resume and cover letter to be considered for this opportunity.**

**About NAIT**

We are proud to have been named one of Alberta’s Top Employers for 13 consecutive years. Being part of a community that makes a difference in the lives of students, staff, industry clients and partners, NAIT’s culture reflects our shared values of respect, collaboration, celebration, creativity, and accountability.

People are what make NAIT great, and we prioritize the employee experience. We offer benefits and unique perks focusing on health and wellness, work-life balance, recognition, and professional and personal growth. In addition to excellent vacation time, we offer paid time off between Christmas and New Year's.

NAIT supports a flexible work environment, enabling staff to request approval for on-campus, off-site, or hybrid work arrangements based on the nature of the role. Please note that remote positions require employees to reside within Canada.

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