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Join our newly developed, centralized Academic Quality and Operational Excellence (AQOE) team at NAIT, and put your leadership talents to work as the Manager of Experiential Learning. Reporting to the Director of Academic Operations, the Manager of Experiential Learning provides the strategic and operational management of the Experiential Learning function at NAIT.
The Manager is responsible for oversight and administration of NAIT-wide Experiential Learning, which houses several broad areas including Work Integrated Learning (WIL), Cooperative Learning (COOP), Engagement Initiatives (e.g., NeXT in Trades), and Events (e.g., case competitions, open house). The oversight and administration for the experiential learning portfolio typically includes developing strategic plans; the creation, implementation, and reinforcement of consistent best practices; short- and long-term operating budgets; short- and long-term capital budgets, operational administration of revenue sources; performance objectives; and regular review of actual performance to plans.
The Manager also significantly drives NAIT-wide Experiential Learning strategic planning, co-development of experiential learning programming, and the overall evolution of Experiential Learning at NAIT. The team actively champions directives to ensure the front-line delivery to all clients (students, external stakeholders, and NAIT staff) is effective, efficient, and meaningful.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

Well-developed interpersonal, communication, and problem-solving skills.
Extensive knowledge of experiential learning programs and best practices is required; Good understanding of pedagogical literature and application of theory, especially with regards to experiential learning, community-based learning, work-integrated education, student engagement, instructional design, and educational assessment and evaluation.
Customer service skills; tact and diplomacy.
Time management, organizational, and priority setting skills.
Significant knowledge of leadership methods, practices and techniques.
Problem solving and project management skills.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Related post-secondary degree.
3-5 years of related experience.
Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered.
Applicants with education credentials earned outside of Canada should have their credentials evaluated by World Education Services or the International Qualifications Assessment Service (IQAS).
Remuneration: $87,684.22 - $116,170.86 annually, plus a comprehensive benefits package.
Please submit a resume and cover letter to be considered for this opportunity.
About NAIT
We are proud to have been named one of Alberta’s Top Employers for 13 consecutive years. Being part of a community that makes a difference in the lives of students, staff, industry clients and partners, NAIT’s culture reflects our shared values of respect, collaboration, celebration, creativity, and accountability.
People are what make NAIT great, and we prioritize the employee experience. We offer benefits and unique perks focusing on health and wellness, work-life balance, recognition, and professional and personal growth. In addition to excellent vacation time, we offer paid time off between Christmas and New Year’s.
NAIT supports a flexible work environment, enabling staff to request approval for on-campus, off-site, or hybrid work arrangements based on the nature of the role. Please note that remote positions require employees to reside within Canada.
NAIT is committed to fostering an environment that supports equity and cultivates inclusion through our Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Strategy. We are a proud partner of the Canadian Centre for Diversity and Inclusion and Pride at Work Canada. While we encourage all qualified applicants to apply, only those being considered will be contacted. If you require any accommodations, please connect with us at careers@nait.ca.

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Provides day-to-day management to the experiential learning team, including having oversight of administrative functions, budget monitoring, resolving issues/problems, program reporting and involvement in related strategic initiatives.
Creates, develops and leads short- and long-term strategies that allow for consistent, effective operational practices that meet internal and external experiential learning outcomes.
Implements, coordinates, and manages the alignment and operations of experiential learning portfolio NAIT-wide.
Provides leadership, develops partnerships and ensures service excellence and operational effectiveness.
Leads and develop teams that exemplify collaboration and agility.
Human, financial, and capital resource management.