Manager, Correctional Education

**COMPETITION NUMBER: 676**

**FACULTY OF FOUNDATIONAL SKILLS AND FOUNDATIONAL LEARNING**

NorQuesters are difference makers, and we’re looking for someone who can start small and think BIG in the operation, development, and delivery of the exciting Correctional Education Program as Program Manager.

Reporting to the Academic Program Manager, the Program Manager uses their experience working in the correctional sector combined with related post-secondary leadership experience to work collaboratively with our stakeholders, faculty, staff, and learners and assist faculty, staff, and student supports for success.

**HOW YOU’LL MAKE A DIFFERENCE**
- Champion and act as a spokesperson for correctional programming.
- Help lead program development to ensure the program is relevant, current, and sustainable.
- Provide general support for faculty and staff in the program area.
- Participate in projects; help manage project timelines and deliverables.
- Promote the benefits of and advocate for the program's needs, including participation in developing operational plans.
- Be responsive to students to promote a learner-centered environment, including using sound adult educational strategies, monitoring student academic performance, and advising students as needed.
- Assist with building a positive learner experience in collaboration with internal stakeholders.
- Promote and participate in teaching excellence and advocate for the needs of learners.

**WHAT YOU BRING**:

- B.Ed. degree required, some education in criminology or psychology recommended.
- Leadership and management/supervisory experience in a post-secondary educational institution.
- Significant related experience in instructional, program, and curriculum development.
- Experience working in a correctional facility.
- Considerable related professional and/or scholarly experience in a faculty role specializing in correctional education.
- Experience in post-secondary teaching and/or administration is strongly preferred.
- Advanced level of communication skills and expertise when interacting with students.
- Substantial experience working with Faculty members in a union environment.

**WHAT MAKES YOU A DIFFERENCE MAKER?**

As a difference maker, you bring:

- Proficiency in written skills to produce excellent communicative learning content for a diverse group of learners with a wide range of work experiences and educational backgrounds.
- Ability to manage and coach staff in a changing environment.
- Ability to foster a climate of cooperation with internal and external stakeholders.
- Strong interpersonal skills.
- Demonstrated decision-making ability.

**SALARY**: $87,095 - $108,899 annually, reflective upon what you bring, AKA your education and experience. This is a fulltime permanent position with immediate access to our great pension and benefit programs.

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.