Director, School of Access, Information, and Lifespan Learning

The Director, School of Access, Information, and Lifespan Learning provides academic and strategic leadership for the school, ensuring the development and administration of high-quality programs, faculty engagement, and community partnerships. The Director is responsible for curriculum and program development, faculty recruitment, budgeting, educational planning, enrolment management, and accreditation oversight.

This position fosters an entrepreneurial and innovative learning environment, ensuring UFV's Education, Community, and Human Development programs maintain accreditation and industry relevance. The Director collaborates with faculty, staff, and external stakeholders to drive experiential learning, research, and responsible education management.

The Director provides oversight and strategic direction for a diverse portfolio of programs designed to support learners at every stage of their educational journey. This includes Upgrading and University Preparation programs that facilitate foundational access to higher education, as well as the Adult Education (ADED) degree and certificate programs focused on the principles and practices of lifelong learning in community and workplaces. The school also houses the Information Studies department, which prepares students for data and library management, and Child, Youth, and Family Studies, focusing on human development and community well-being. Additionally, the Director supports specialized vocational pathways such as the Applied Business Technology (ABT) program, ensuring that all offerings maintain industry relevance through experiential learning and strong community partnerships.

 

Education & Credentials

• Required Master's degree in a relevant field (e.g., Adult Education, Education/Human Development, Social Sciences, STEM, or Humanities).
• Preferred Ph.D. or Ed.D. in a related discipline.

Professional Experience

• Minimum of five (5) years of progressive leadership experience in a postsecondary academic administration role.
• Minimum of five (5) years of teaching experience in higher education, ensuring a deep understanding of classroom dynamics and faculty/student relations.
• Proven success in Strategic Enrolment Management (SEM), complex budget oversight, and labour relations within a unionized environment.

Skills

• Demonstrated ability to lead curriculum development, manage program accreditation, and foster research excellence.
• Expertise in building teams, mentoring faculty, and conducting performance evaluations.
• Proven track record in developing community and industry collaborations, with a focus on creating experiential learning opportunities.
• Deep understanding of Indigenization, equity, diversity, and inclusion (EDI) principles, with a demonstrated commitment to actioning reconciliation and fostering an inclusive culture.
• Experience implementing technology-supported learning models, including online, hybrid, and interdisciplinary approaches.
• Proficiency in institutional planning/reporting software and superior skills in conflict resolution, stakeholder engagement, and complex decision-making. 

Please submit your resume and cover letter by the posting deadline.

The University of the Fraser Valley is located on the traditional territory of the Halq'eméylem-speaking peoples. We express our gratitude and respect for the honour of living and working in Stó:lo Tém:éxw (Stó:lo Land; Stó:lo World). In all that we do, UFV strives to support and honour the Stó:lo peoples goals of self-determination and well-being on these lands. A commitment to Indigenization and Reconciliation is core to our institutional Vision and Integrated Strategic Plan: IYAQAWTXW — which means House of Transformation. This commitment includes the goal of centering Indigenous ways of knowing throughout our organization, recognizing our responsibilities to community, and a multi-year plan to increase the number of Indigenous faculty, staff, and administrators working at UFV.

UFV has campus locations in Abbotsford, Chilliwack, Mission, and Hope in the beautiful British Columbia, and in Chandigarh, India. Recognized as one of BC's top employers, UFV offers a combination of career and lifestyle benefits. Join a team of 1,400 passionate professionals who value integrity, inclusivity and excellence. At UFV, you will serve a vibrant community and shape the future of 15,000 students.

Indigenization, equity, and diversity are essential to our work as a university. A diverse community fosters the inclusion of voices that have been historically underrepresented and marginalized. At UFV, we are committed to recruiting a diverse workforce that represents the community we proudly serve. We encourage applications from Indigenous peoples, members of groups that experience discrimination due to race, colour, place of origin, ancestry, and/or religion, persons who identify as women and 2SLGBTQ+, and persons with disabilities. We invite applicants to complete a confidential self-identification survey as part of the application process. All questions are voluntary, with an option to decline to answer.  Information will be used to support efforts to broaden the diversity of the recruitment process, and results are not shared with the selection committee.  Inquiries about the survey may be directed to  Learn more about our commitment to diversity and inclusion.

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. In an effort to be both environmentally and fiscally responsible, UFV will contact only candidates receiving an interview. We thank all applicants for considering UFV for employment. Shortlisted applicants may be required to undergo a criminal record check and/ or a verification of their education credentials. 

UFV is committed to the principle of equity in employment.