Director, Program Standards and Assessments (Permanent, Full-time)Job DescriptionPosted Monday, February 23, 2026 at 11:00 a.M. | Expires Tuesday, March 10, 2026 at 9:59 a.M.Join SkilledTradesBC and be part of a highly engaged organization that is named one of BC’s Top Employers and certified Great Place to Work!ABOUT THE POSITIONThe Director, Program Standards and Assessments works closely with government, industry bodies, unions, training institutions, instructors, employers, trainees, other SkilledTradesBC departments, and Canadian jurisdictions to ensure that SkilledTradesBC fulfills its program standards mandate.The position advises other SkilledTradesBC staff, the COO and at times the CEO and the Board of Directors on policy matters and issues related to SkilledTradesBC program standards, ensuring and promoting the integrity of systems and processes.The Director is responsible for SkilledTradesBC’s assessment and certification mandate by ensuring the fairness, validity, accessibility, and security of tools, as well as managing the processes and protocols required to administer exams and other assessments.RESPONSIBILITIES/ACCOUNTABILITIESProgram StandardsWorks with the Manager of Program Standards and the entire team to ensure SkilledTradesBC discharges its mandate.Meets established goals, measures and targets in the development of clearly specified program standard elements for all trades in B.C.Ensure that B.C. fulfills its responsibilities under the Inter-Provincial Red Seal Program and fully participates in activities supporting the national Red Seal Program.Oversee quality assurance initiatives for Program Standards.Assessments:Oversees exam and challenge assessment administration working with the Manager of AssessmentsReviews and analyzes assessment results to inform, recommend and implement updates to assessment-related policies, procedures and materialsReport on assessment-related service standardsResponsible for the implementation and maintenance of a psychometric review process that can effectively evaluate the eligibility and validity of all SkilledTradesBC examinations and assessment toolsOversee the security and control procedures for all assessment materials and tools includingStakeholder Engagement:Consult with stakeholders and stakeholder groups in the development of programs, policy and options where appropriate.Negotiate and manage service agreements and contracts related to assessment (Service BC, BC Mail, approved assessment agencies and consultants, etc.).Represent SkilledTradesBC in development, funding and management of program-related learning resources, coordinating within internal and system stakeholders as necessary.Oversee and audits proper invigilation in compliance with board policy.Represents SkilledTradesBC on external and internal committees, as required.Project Management:Ensure that projects are effectively deployed and managed in a manner that best meets corporate priorities.Oversees Program Standards internal quality assurance process.Works in collaboration with the leadership team to ensure program standards fit and meet the needs of the apprenticeship and trade qualifier pathways and addresses any impacts on other internal departments as a result of program or system changes.Works with the leadership team to establish and grow corporate processes that are aligned with strategic priorities and other resource constraints.Ensure adoption of project management best practices within the team and encourage deployment across the organization.Oversee the development and management of departmental budgets and work with other members of the Leadership team to ensure effective use and deployment of resources.Leads and provides overall direction to the members of the program standards and assessment teams, including staff development and training.Build effective succession plan for self and managers as well as ensure development plans for team.Inspires and holds team members accountable for their contributions to the strategic goals and priorities of SkilledTradesBC.Role models collaborative approaches to communication and innovation and actively seeks ways to enhance the work environment.EDUCATION/EXPERIENCEA post-secondary education in Education,



Business Administration or Public Policy is requiredAn equivalent combination of post-secondary education and trades training system experience will be considered10+ years senior management experienceStrong Business acumen and financial management backgroundExperience in education principles, strategies and techniques is an assetExperience in training, development and assessments is an assetAbility to prepare and deliver effective presentations involving technical and/or sensitive information to a diverse range of audiencesAbility to work on multiple concurrent projectsSkilledTradesBC offers a highly competitive perks package and perks which include:Hybrid work schedule, floater days, and a 37.50-hour work weekEligible for pension contributionsLifestyle Spending AccountExtensive Extended Health and Dental Plans that are 100% employer paidCOMPENSATIONSalary Band G: $132,712 - $179,553Posting Closing Date: Monday, March 9, 2026WHO WE ARESkilledTradesBC is a crown agency that is responsible for leading and coordinating the skilled trades training and credentialing system for the province. SkilledTradesBC provides strategic leadership, policy support and customer services to help apprentices, employers and industry.SkilledTradesBC sets program standards, maintains credential records and issues the highly regarded Interprovincial Red Seal and B.C. Certificate of Qualifications (C of Q) credentials.HOW TO APPLYIf this sounds like you, we look forward to hearing from you!Submit your cover letter and resume by the closing date.At SkilledTradesBC, we are committed to diversity and inclusion to ensure that everyone can be their best, authentic self at work. We strive to remove barriers that affect marginalized communities in our recruitment processes. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply.Due to the high number of applications the SkilledTradesBC receives, only applicants who are selected for an interview will be contacted.SkilledTradesBC currently operates in a hybrid work setting which encompasses working remotely and in-office.#J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Director, Program Standards And Assessments (Permanent, Full-Time) - C$132,712 - C$179,553 A Year (Toronto)
🏢 SkilledTradesBC
📍 Toronto