Opportunities

Salary Information

HL 27 - $91,765.00 - $119,293.86 per annum. Please note this position is currently subject to a classification review.

Duties and Responsibilities

The Director will lead the College's Centre for Work-Integrated Learning Connections (WIL-Connect), supporting CNA's strategic goal of enhancing teaching and learning through experiential education. This role involves developing and executing operational plans, managing projects, and leading a team of WIL support staff. The Director will serve as a thought leader in work-integrated learning, working closely with academic and industry partners to ensure high-quality, student-centered WIL experiences that align with evolving workforce needs.

• Develop and implement strategic plans for the Centre in collaboration with key stakeholders.
• Lead and manage the Centre's team, providing direction and support to achieve strategic goals and ensure effective daily operations.
• Oversee budgeting and resource allocation, ensuring financial targets are met and services are delivered on time, within budget, and to high standards.
• Foster and maintain partnerships with clients, collaborators, and industry stakeholders to support innovation and expand WIL opportunities.
• Collaborate with CNA Marketing and Communications to develop and implement outreach strategies that promote work-integrated learning.
• Stay current with trends and advancements in WIL and related technologies to ensure the Centre remains innovative and responsive.
• Build and maintain a network within industry and academia to identify new opportunities for collaboration.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, and ethical standards by developing and implementing appropriate policies and procedures.
• Other duties as required.

Screening Criteria

• Master's degree Education, Business Administration, Technology or related discipline.
• Bachelor's degree in Education, Business Administration, Technology or related discipline.
• Experience designing, leading, or supporting work integrated learning programs, internships, co-ops, or community-based learning.
• Experience in instructional design, learning theory, or related pedagogical practices.
• Experience using ORBIS or other work-integrated learning (WIL) management systems (asset).
• Equivalencies will be considered.

Assessment Criteria

• Knowledge of work-integrated learning and innovation.
• Ability to design and implement instructional content grounded in learning theory and pedagogical best practices
• Knowledge of teaching and learning technologies which support the student learning experience.
• Ability to motivate and lead others.
• Ability to make independent decisions and solve problems.
• Ability to manage time and tasks.
• Ability to effectively exchange information. 
• Relationship Building.
• Professionalism. 

Conditions of Offer

• Recent and satisfactory Certificate of Conduct must be provided. 
• Verification of credentials and applicable licenses, certifications, and/or professional memberships as required for the position. 

Conditions of Acceptance

College of the North Atlantic (CNA) recognizes the importance of and is committed to offering flexible work arrangements to its employees. The successful applicant may qualify for a telework arrangement within the province, subject to eligibility criteria. Where appropriate, consideration may be given to a primarily remote, hybrid, or ad-hoc arrangement. However, as a place-based organization, candidates are expected to report to the specified work location identified in this job posting, as all positions will involve some degree of on-site work, unless otherwise indicated. 

Applicant Information

• This position provides flexibility in location, with consideration being given to candidates requesting to work from any one of our campuses throughout the province.
• Applications must be submitted online through https://www.cna.nl.ca/careers/opportunities on or before the closing date stated for this job posting.
• It is the responsibility of the applicant to submit an application that demonstrates the required screening criteria. Applications that do not clearly and effectively demonstrate the required criteria will be screened out of the competition. 
• Preference will be given to applicants who are a Canadian citizen, permanent resident of Canada, or those who are legally entitled to work in Canada.
• Applicants who elect to include a cover letter (optional) must upload cover letter and resumé as a combined document (PDF). Resumés should be in chronological order specifying education and employment in months and years including part-time and full-time employment.
• Information submitted as part of the application process must be clear, factual, and current to date of submission and is subject to verification. 
• Applicants will be notified of their status throughout each stage of the recruitment process.
• An offer of employment is conditional upon the satisfactory completion and review of all pre-employment requirements by the College.
• The results from this competition may be used to fill similar vacancies.

Closing Statement

For more information about this job opportunity or should you require an accommodation as part of this recruitment and selection process, please contact Sarah Gaudon, Selection Board Chair, by email at sarah.gaudon@cna.nl.ca.

College of the North Atlantic (CNA) strives to create an organizational culture that welcomes and amplifies diverse perspectives, nurtures belonging and actively seeks to eliminate barriers to equity. We invite all interested individuals to apply, and as part of our shared commitment to the advancement of equity, diversity and inclusion (EDI) as a true reflection of CNA's core values (Excellence, Integrity, Diversity, Respect and Transparency), we encourage applications from equity-seeking groups including, but not limited to, Indigenous Peoples, racialized persons, persons with disabilities, those who identify as women, and members of 2SLGBTQIA+ communities.

We appreciate your interest in College of the North Atlantic!