Position Overview

NorQuesters are difference makers, and we’re searching for someone dedicated to making a difference to join our Academic Quality and Innovation team as a Manager, Programs and Pathways. The Manager reports to the Associate Dean, Academic Development, and is responsible for advancing the design, development, quality assurance, and continuous improvement of academic programs and learner pathways.

How You’ll Make a Difference

- Provide leadership and direction to the Pathways and Program Development team, fostering a collaborative, service-oriented, and high-performing environment.
- Lead the operational coordination of new program development, including workflows, templates, and approvals.
- Oversee internal program review processes to ensure continuous improvement, evidence-informed decision-making, and quality assurance.
- Support external program reviews, accreditation activities, and regulatory compliance, ensuring readiness and mitigating institutional risk.
- Develop and advance learner pathways, including transfer, laddering, and partnership agreements with post-secondary institutions and external partners.
- Collaborate with academic leadership, institutional research, program operations, and external stakeholders to align programming with institutional priorities.
- Apply expertise in Advanced Education guidelines, provincial frameworks, and PAPRS (Provider and Program Registry System) submission processes to ensure programs meet all regulatory and approval requirements.
- Lead cross-functional initiatives that support program innovation, student mobility, and institutional effectiveness.

What You Bring

- Bachelor’s degree in education, public administration,



or a related field (or equivalent combination of education and experience).
- 5+ years of progressively responsible experience in post-secondary education, program development, quality assurance, or academic administration.
- Demonstrated experience leading complex projects involving multiple stakeholders and regulatory processes.
- Experience managing teams, coaching staff, and supporting performance and development.
- Experience working with accreditation bodies, government approval processes, or academic governance structures.
- Experience drafting partnership or transfer agreements is considered an asset.

What Makes You a Difference Maker

- Strong knowledge of program development, program architecture, and academic approval processes in post-secondary education.
- Expertise in program review, accreditation, and regulatory requirements.
- Understanding of learner pathways, transfer systems, and student mobility within the post-secondary landscape.
- Exceptional project management and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple complex initiatives simultaneously.
- Strong analytical thinking and sound judgment in interpreting policies, data, and risk.
- Excellent communication skills, including the ability to develop formal documentation, reports, and agreements.
- A collaborative,



relationship-focused approach to working with diverse stakeholders.
- Adaptability, curiosity, and a commitment to continuous improvement and operational excellence.

Salary & Benefits

Salary: $3,639.10 – $4,550.14 bi-weekly, reflecting your education and experience. This is a full-time, 2‑year term position that offers immediate access to comprehensive pension and benefits programs, generous vacation entitlements, a versatile benefits package, and a strong culture of continuous learning. The role requires a minimum of 2 days a week on campus and offers flexible work options.

Appointment and Pre-Employment Checks

Pre‑employment checks (references, criminal record check, academic verification, etc.) will be completed to assess suitability for the role.

Credential Assessment for International Applicants

- International Qualifications Assessment Service:
- World Education Services:

Commitment to Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion

We are on a journey to become an inclusive, anti‑racist, and decolonized organization. NorQuesters are trailblazers – we are curious, creative, and innovative, and our lived experiences are honoured, creating accessibility and a sense of belonging for everyone. NorQuest 2030, ‘We Are Who We Include’, reflects our commitment to learning, listening deeply, and fostering inclusion. We are committed to being an employer of choice for First Nations, Métis, and Inuit people through decolonization, reconciliation, and Indigenization. Accessibility: we strive to provide accommodation throughout the recruitment, application, and selection process. If you require accommodation, please contact [email protected].

📌 Manager, Pathways and Program Development (Edmonton)
🏢 NORQUEST COLLEGE
📍 Edmonton