Academic Development Specialist

​COMPETITION NUMBER: 1426
CLOSING DATE: October 3, 2025 11:59 PM MDT

NorQuesters are difference makers and we’re searching for someone dedicated to making a difference to join our Academic Quality & Program Development team as an Academic Development Specialist. The Academic Quality & Program Development department leads the development of new programs and maintains quality assurance of our current programs in collaboration with faculty and staff across the college to support NorQuest 2030, We Are Who We Include. We are looking for someone to join our team, grow their skills, find ways forward, and be part of providing exceptional programing to our learners! 

Reporting to the Manager, Program Development, this one-year term Academic Development Specialist position supports the creation of innovative credit programming aligned with NorQuest’s Strategic Plan 2025. Working within the Academic Quality & Program Development team, this role assists in program development and guides the launch and implementation of new programs. Success in this position requires strong organizational, decision-making, and relationship-building skills, and the ability to work effectively with diverse internal and external stakeholders.

If you have a strong passion for program development and research, then this may be the job for you!  

HOW YOU’LL MAKE A DIFFERENCE

• Develop and launch new credit programs, providing guidance to faculty, staff, and subject matter experts.
• Maintain program development templates and tools to guide programs through approval
• Foster collaboration by communicating program processes and statuses, gathering feedback, and consulting with community, business, industry, and government partners.
• Work with internal stakeholders to plan and implement new program launches.
• Understand NorQuest’s program records on the Government of Alberta’s PAPRS, including creation, updates, and terminations.
• Prepare program proposals, FLE calculations, budgets, and suspension/termination proposals.
• Apply best practices and continuous improvement methods to ensure high-quality programming.
• Research feasibility of proposed programs, including career profiles, labour market demand, and competitor analysis.
• Facilitate project meetings, workshops, and events.

• Write reports and proposals.
• Other duties as assigned.

WHAT YOU BRING

• An undergraduate degree in a related field.
• 3+ years’ experience, preferably in a post-secondary environment.

• Proven experience and success managing multi-disciplinary initiatives, preferably in an academic setting.
• Data collection and research experience and/or training would be preferred.
• Program development experience and/or training would be an asset.
• Experience and training in project management.

WHAT MAKES YOU A DIFFERENCE MAKER?

As a difference maker, you bring

• Excellent planning, communication, and organizational skills.
• Strong analytical skills; be able to analyze data and research
• Self-motivated nature and ability to exercise a high level of sound and independent judgment, reasoning and discretion.
• Ability to work collaboratively and effectively with other team members from other areas of expertise within the organization.

• Ability to multi-task at a high level of performance and tight timelines.

• Excellent communication, writing, project management, and relationship building skills.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to lead, present, and perform in front of groups (i.e. group facilitation.)

SALARY: $2,371 - $3,078 bi-weekly reflective upon what you bring AKA your education and experience. This is a 12 month term position with the possibility of extension and includes immediate access to vacation and illness.

We offer flexible work options. We strive for balance between a flexible work environment, connectedness to the campus community, and ensuring NorQuesters are set up to succeed in their roles and responsibilities.

Additional Information: Pre-Employment Checks will be completed to assess the candidate’s suitability for a role. These checks may include (but are not limited to): references, criminal record check, academic verification, etc.

For applicants who have completed post-secondary studies from outside of Canada, it is recommended they obtain an assessment of their credentials from a recognized Canadian Credential Evaluator, such as:

• International Qualifications Assessment Service https://www.alberta.ca/international-qualifications-assessment
• World Education Services https://www.wes.org/ca/

We encourage applicants to include the assessment certificate as part of their application.

This competition may be used to fill future vacancies, across NorQuest College, at the same or lower classification level.

Our Commitment to Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion: We're on a journey to become an inclusive, anti-racist, and decolonized organization. NorQuesters are trailblazers – we are curious, creative, and innovative - our lived experiences are honoured, creating accessibility and a sense of belonging for everyone.

NorQuest 2030 We Are Who We Include shares our strength and difference comes from who is included, and along with our students we are learning and growing to listen deeply and say what we feel.

NorQuest College is committed to being an employer of choice for First Nations, Métis, and Inuit people by recognizing, respecting, and supporting Indigenous people's self-determination through the institution’s work in decolonization, reconciliation, and Indigenization.

Accessibility: At NorQuest, we are who we include. We strive to provide access and accommodation throughout the recruitment, application, and selection process. We want to create opportunities for you to confidently be your authentic self. If you would like an accommodation at any stage of the process, please reach out to Careers@norquest.ca.

Apply to Become a NorQuester: If this opportunity delights you and your expertise will shine in this role, we invite you to apply for this position online by uploading your resume and cover letter combined as one document.

PSST: Only candidates shortlisted for an interview will be contacted and we’ll make sure to do this within 28 days of the closing date.