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Established in 1903, Sprott Shaw College is a regulated post-secondary institution with 16 government-designated campuses across British Columbia. We take great pride in educating and preparing our students for rewarding and relevant careers in Administration, Business, Trades & Design, Nursing & Healthcare, and Child, Family & Community Support.
Sprott Shaw College is one of the oldest colleges in British Columbia with over 120 years of storied history. As an organization, we cultivate professional growth and positive working environments for our employees, which fosters our values of Community, Diversity, Integrity, Quality, Respect, and Results-Oriented.
Reporting to the Campus Director and Manager of Academic Programs , the Program Curriculum Administrator (PCA) is the subject matter expert and curriculum lead for assigned program areas. This role is responsible for the design, development, implementation, and ongoing improvement of curriculum while ensuring alignment with industry standards, regulatory requirements, and institutional quality expectations.
The PCA is also a teaching faculty member with a maximum teaching load of 20 hours per week, and plays a key role in supporting instructors, maintaining program consistency, and advancing program quality.
Responsibilities
Key Responsibilities:
- Curriculum Development & Management
- Develop and maintain curriculum, including:
- Program and course objectives / learning outcomes
- Course outlines, lesson plans, and instructional materials
- Assessments, quizzes, projects, and exams aligned with outcomes
- Select textbooks and instructional resources
- Ensure all curriculum aligns with SSC standards, policies, and templates
- Utilize tools such as LMS platforms (e.g., G2) and exam software (e.g., ExamSoft)
- Collaborate with curriculum writers for major program revisions when required
- Submit curriculum and updates to the Education Department for approval and system integration
Program Leadership & Collaboration:
- Serve as subject matter expert and resource for instructors and campus staff
- Lead program faculty meetings (minimum quarterly) to review and update content
- Ensure standardization of program delivery across campuses
- Participate in Academic Review Committees (ARC) and prepare program reports
- Support admissions through program information sessions
- Industry Alignment & Quality Assurance:
- Stay current with industry expectations and labour market trends
- Integrate research and employer feedback into curriculum development
- Participate in and help coordinate Program Advisory Committee (PAC) meetings
- Liaise with external regulatory bodies and professional associations
- Ensure compliance with accreditation and regulatory requirements
Operational Support
- Assist with admissions documentation review when required
- Contribute to resource utilization strategies (including publisher tools and digital platforms)
- Provide occasional teaching coverage (casual/substitute as needed)
Objectives
- Deliver current, relevant, and industry-aligned curriculum
- Ensure program learning outcomes reflect evolving workforce needs
- Maintain compliance with regulatory and accreditation standards
- Support instructors with high-quality, standardized program materials
- Meet timelines for curriculum development and delivery
- Duties and responsibilities may be added, deleted, or changed at any time at the discretion of management, formally or informally, either verbally or in writing
Qualifications and Education
- Minimum of degree, diploma, or equivalent in the industry/field for which the program is being offered
- Minimum of two (2) years’ work experience in the field of study
- Education/training in Adult Education (e.g. instruction, curriculum design)
- HICA designation (Health Information-Certified Associate) to be completed within 1 year of hire date
- Teaching experience preferred (especially in private or post-secondary education)
- Training or education in instructional design, teaching, or curriculum development
- Understanding of adult learning principles
Skills & Competencies
- Strong curriculum development and instructional design knowledge
- Familiarity with educational technologies and learning management systems
- Excellent communication (written and verbal)
- Strong organizational and time management skills
- Ability to meet deadlines and manage multiple priorities
- Effective collaboration with internal and external stakeholders
- Program-specific expertise is required depending on the assigned portfolio. Responsibilities may evolve based on organizational needs
What We Offer
- Reimbursement of practicing license or professional association membership fees
- Education and training allowance
- Tuition discount for spouse and children
- Comprehensive extended health benefits
- Disability and life insurance
- RRSP matching
- Employee and Family Assistance Program
- Work-life balance
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Commitment to Equity, Diversity & Inclusion
Sprott Shaw College is an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcomes all applicants to apply and does not discriminate based on race, national/ethnic origin, colour, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, marital status, family status, and/or disability.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: $52,000.00-$58,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- RRSP match
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision care
Application question(s):
- Which campus(es) are you applying for?
- What is your highest level of education?
- How many years of related working experience do you have?
- How many years of experience do you have in program curriculum development?
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Burnaby, BC V3N 4N8
