Organizational Unit

University of Victoria -> Faculty of Business

Location

University of Victoria - Victoria, BC V8W 2Y2 CA (Primary)

Posting Close Date

14 Septemeber 2026

Please note that positions will close at 4 p.m. on the closing date.

FTE

1.0

Salary Grade

$101,475.00 - $132,027.00

Additional Posting Information

Please note that while the university encourages and accepts external applications, a strong pool of internal candidates has been identified for this opportunity.

Salary posted will be pro-rated based on FTE and achieved as per the collective agreement, if applicable.

Classification

SG16

Start Date

9/19/2026

End Date

2/16/2029

Employee Group

PEA - Term

of Hires Needed

1

Category

Education, Training, and Library, General Management

About this Chance The University of Victoria is one of Victoria's largest employers and one of Canada’s best diversity employers. Together we are more than 5,000 dedicated faculty, librarians and staff supporting the University of Victoria’s diverse academic programs, world-class research and commitment to civic engagement.

This position is eligible for a hybrid flex arrangement The salary range for this position is:

- Recruitment range: $101,475 to $111,901. Starting salary is determined in accordance with the PEA Collective Agreement.
- Performance range: Up to $132,027. Progression beyond the recruitment range is available through annual performance increases, in accordance with the PEA Collective Agreement.

Job Summary

Mandate:

The Director, Experiential Learning provides strategic, operational, and academic direction for Gustavson’s Experiential Learning (EL) portfolio. Reporting to the Director, Business Operations and partnering with the Associate Dean, Teaching & Learning, the role leads the vision, design, delivery, and evaluation of experiential opportunities that prepare students for an increasingly complex and interconnected world.

The Director ensures EL is rigorous, relational, community-connected, and aligned with UVic’s strategic priorities and Gustavson’s commitment to responsible and inclusive leadership. The role advances a transformative pedagogical approach that integrates Land-based, community-engaged, and industry-informed learning.





Working collaboratively with job-related Associate Deans, faculty, staff, students, and external partners, the Director oversees high-quality experiential programming, effective operations, resource management, and the integration of Indigenous and Land-based approaches. The position also builds key partnerships and provides responsible management and reporting of experiential learning–related funds.

Objectives:

- Establish a School-wide experiential learning strategy that enhances student growth, skill development, and readiness for a complex world, while advancing the School’s strategic priorities and contributing to the University’s broader mission, values, and institutional goals.
- Strengthen Gustavson’s relationships with business leaders, not-for-profit organizations, Indigenous partners, and community groups to create high-value experiential opportunities.
- Advance meaningful Land-based learning pathways and support Gustavson faculty and students with relational and reflective practices grounded in Indigenous ways of knowing.
- Steward experiential learning funds (e.g., Catalyst Fund, Future Leaders’ Lab) and oversee resources, reporting, and program sustainability to ensure effective and accountable delivery.
- Enhance visibility of experiential learning internally and externally through strong partnerships, reporting, communication, and collaboration.
- This position may require work off-campus and at irregular hours to support community-engaged learning, Land-based learning, events, and partnership development.

Job Requirements This position requires a level of education, training, and experience equivalent to a graduate degree in Administration, Education, Leadership or other appropriate discipline plus 5-7 years of relevant teaching, experiential learning and program leadership/management experience. An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience may be considered.

Knowledge, skills,



and abilities include:

- Commitment to fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion, and contributing to a respectful, collaborative, and learning-focused working and academic environment.
- Experience working in a higher education environment.
- Strong administrative, organizational, and operational leadership skills, with the ability to manage complex programs, resources, and budgets.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify challenges, develop solutions, and implement strategies to achieve desired outcomes.
- Excellent interpersonal and collaborative skills, with the ability to build and sustain positive relationships with faculty, staff, students, and external partners.
- Demonstrated experience leading, coaching, and motivating a team of professionals to achieve collective goals.
- Ability to support or develop Land-based and Indigenous learning experiences, applying culturally responsive practices and fostering respectful collaboration with Indigenous partners.
- Ability to innovate and implement new frameworks, protocols, and pedagogical approaches, supporting program evolution and institutional goals.
- Strong understanding of higher education teaching and curriculum development, including integrating experiential and student-centered learning approaches.

Territory Acknowledgement: We acknowledge and respect the Lək̓ʷəŋən (Songhees and Xʷsepsəm/Esquimalt) Peoples on whose territory the university stands, and the Lək̓ʷəŋən and WSÁNEĆ Peoples whose historical relationships with the land continue to this day. Equity Statement: UVic is committed to upholding the values of equity, diversity, inclusion and human rights in our living, learning and work environments. In pursuit of our values, we seek members who are eager to actively participate in that shared responsibility. We actively encourage applications from members of historically and systemically marginalized groups.

Read our full equity statement here: www.uvic.ca/equitystatement.

Accessibility Statement: If you anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application and hiring process contact: [email protected] Any personal information provided will be maintained in confidence.

📌 Director, Experiential Learning - (990001.2) (Victoria)
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