Project Manager, Accreditation & Academic Quality Assurance

Application Restrictions
Open to both Internal and external
Job Type
Administrative/Management
Posting In effect from
15/4/2024
Closing Application Date
29/4/2024
Applications will be reviewed commencing the closing application date and may continue until the position is filled.
Full/Part Time
Full Time
Admin Type
Ongoing
Anticipated Start Date
6/5/2024
Position End Date (If Applicable)
DUTIES

The Project Manager will provide strategic direction and leadership for accreditation and program quality assurance in the Faculty of Science. This position will manage the accreditation processes, as well as provide project oversight for cyclical program reviews. This position will work directly with faculty, staff, institutional quality assurance, institutional effectiveness & planning to ensure that there is a project plan for each process and provides regular monitoring and reporting of project progress. The position is also responsible for leading initiatives with external accrediting bodies and for ensuring compliance with external professional designation accreditations.

The Faculty has responsibility for reviewing TRU programs over the next few years as a part of a new cyclical program review process which is in addition to program accreditation. The project manager is responsible for the tracking and management of these reviews.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead the accreditation process from the eligibility phase to the candidacy and accreditation and five-year review phase.
• Responsible for authoring or reviewing major accreditation reports, including liaising with the appropriate accreditation bodies and internal faculty or staff committees.
• Provide leadership in monitoring the Faculty strategic plan, including the development of outcomes and indicators, and, in co-operation with administration and faculty develop a regular reporting structure.
• Coordinates all regular school external and internal surveys and questionnaires related to accreditation including mission fulfillment and program, finance, and salary reporting.
• Serves as the school’s primary liaison with institutional accreditation bodies and TRU internal organizations including Institutional Planning & Effectiveness and Academic Quality Assurance. 
• Provides strategic advice to the Dean and senior leadership in all accreditation matters including standards and reporting. 
• Provides project management and leadership for other special projects as assigned by the Dean of Science.

REPORTS TO
Dean, Faculty of Science
 

QUALIFICATIONS

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS

• Master's degree in a relevant discipline from an accredited University, plus project management certification or credentialing.
• Experience in academic program accreditation (experience in Engineering accreditation is a major asset)
• Demonstrated ability to design and implement quality assurance processes 
• Two years, full-time experience in a related field 
• Proficient in the creation and use of spreadsheets, templates and website-related information
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing
• Ability to work as a solution-oriented member of the Science team
• Ability to travel, as required
• Ability to deal courteously and tactfully with students, staff, and members of the general public
   

Pay Band
$84,467.00 - $96,263.00 ( Admin Pay Band BH )
Location
Kamloops, BC CA (Primary)
# of Hires Needed
1
Organizational Unit
Thompson Rivers University -> Faculty of Science
Diversity and Inclusion Commitment:
Thompson Rivers University is strongly committed to hiring based on merit with a focus on fostering diversity of thought within our community. We welcome those who would contribute to the further diversification of our staff, our faculty and its scholarship including, but not limited to, women, Indigenous, Black and People of Colour, persons with disabilities and persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity. Please note that all qualified candidates are encouraged to apply, however applications from Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.

NOTE: To learn more about Thompson Rivers University or living in Kamloops or Williams Lake please visit our Careers website . External Candidates invited to interview will be required to bring a copy of their transcripts to the interview.