Education Specialist

Robertson is the School of New Work. Our vision is for everyone to have a good life through a prosperous and fulfilling career. Our mission is to empower our learners with the most relevant training and up-to-date industry insights so that they may find fulfilling and meaningful careers.

Ours is a fast-paced environment where we continually challenge ourselves to think outside of the box. We want our team to feel welcomed, energized, and engaged while having fun. If this sounds like the right fit for you - we invite you to come join us!

Overview

Reporting to the Director, Teaching and Learning, the Education Specialist supports the educational functions of Robertson College including program development and teaching and learning.

Key Responsibilities

General - Program Development

• Complete course revision requests from instructors as assigned; collaborate with subject matter experts to complete minor course revisions.

• Make minor revisions as required to Master course templates based on errors or inconsistencies.

• Review program documentation (outlines, frameworks); correct formatting, branding and language and mechanics errors.

• Maintain organization of course files and documentation.

• Collaborate on academic policy development, renewal and revision.

• Complete course review processes as per procedure to ensure quality course development and delivery.

• Populate templates as required to assist with new program submissions (i.e. application, course calendar).

• Populate course revision log with revisions for tracking.

• Collaborate in the development review and revision of process documentation; make updates as required.

 Specialized Responsibilities Program Development 

• Participate in program development and course development projects.

• Complete the secondary review process for new course development and design processes.

• Prepare contracts for course revisions and development in consultation with the project lead. 

• Request distribution rights for new textbooks and resources for new programs; follow up with publisher as required.

• Review new program documentation before regulatory submission; correct for inaccuracies and language/mechanical errors.

• Update the Master Course Information Sheet and the Master All Program Information Sheet as required, ensuring accuracy at all times.

• Add course hours and textbook information to Master Course Information Sheet ensuring currency and accuracy.

• Update the Course Catalog with new course information. 

• Collaborates on courseware integration projects (provided be vendors such as COMPTIA).

• Assist with access to publisher courseware accounts for students and instructors

• Updates the Courseware Integration Guide as necessary.

• Connect with the publisher as needed to access instructor and student resources; add to Master template and offerings as needed.

• Update Master templates with information about new textbooks or new textbook editions cross-referencing the textbook as needed; add direct ebook links to course Masters.

• Work with publishers and SME to find alternative textbooks for textbooks going out of distribution; collaborate on course updates. 

• Update project tracking sheets as required.

• Organize curriculum; ensure proper naming conventions and file organization for curriculum directory.

• Complete reports and applications for accreditation or partnerships.

• Create and implement  QA/Compliance documents and initiatives.

• Complete paperwork to PCC and PVI program revisions requests and new program submissions.

• Supporting the Operations Team in auditing ebook and courseware usage to ensure accurate invoicing. 

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Participation in College, Division, and Program Activities

• Provide on-campus support for activities, assist with general tasks, and ensure the efficient execution of day-to-day operations,

• Attend faculty/staff meetings and training sessions as needed.

• Participate proactively in performance appraisals. 

• Implements policies, procedures and processes in accordance with College standard

• Support active interdepartmental cooperation with other departments such as Admissions, Finance, Operations, and Workforce. 

• Perform other duties/participates in special projects as assigned.

Minimum Requirements

• Post-secondary education required.

• Three years of experience as an administrator, instructor, curriculum developer or instructional designer is required.

• Adult Education Certificate an asset.

• Strong communication and customer service skills and ability to build and maintain effective working relationships with stakeholders and team members.

• Ability to work on multiple projects and manage priorities in a fast-paced environment.

• Highly self-motivated and self-directed; objective-oriented with a high-level attention to detail.

• Strong problem-solving, analytical, and critical thinking skills.

• Detail oriented.

• Ability to work with a team to achieve goals and meet deadlines.

• Strong computer and digital literacy skills.

• Ability to work in a diverse, inclusive environment.

• A clear criminal records check and child abuse registry check.

WHY WORK WITH US

Education Canada Group (the parent company of Robertson College) is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity in our inclusive work environment and encourage people from all walks of life to apply. We are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse environment where everyone feels seen, heard, and valued. We embrace our team's differences and know that diversity in our team is the strength that drives our success. We want you to feel welcomed, energized, challenged, and engaged while having fun. Come and grow with us!  If you are someone who loves the highs and lows of doing meaningful work with like-minded team members, we’d like to hear from you! If you would like to request reasonable accommodations for the interview process, please let us know.

We also seek out diversity in our team. We #CelebrateEverything and encourage team members to take paid time off to celebrate their cultural, religious, and spiritual holidays. Our team is intentionally talent-dense - our strength lies in the differences in backgrounds and expertise that we each bring to the table.

As a company we are committed to uplifting indigenous voices, respecting traditional lands, raising awareness and working in collaboration with Indigenous partners in the spirit of reconciliation.  

We acknowledge that our campus located in Winnipeg is on Treaty 1 territory, the traditional lands and waters of Anishinaabe [AH - NISH - AH - NAH – BAY], Ininiwak, Anishininiwak, Dakota, and Dene (DEN-EH) peoples, and the National Homeland of the Red River Métis. We acknowledge that our water is sourced from Shoal Lake 40 First Nation located on Treaty 3.

In Alberta, We acknowledge Robertson College is on the traditional territories of the Blackfoot Confederacy (Siksika, Kainai (Gay-aynah), Piikani (Pe-gun-ee)), the Tsuut’ina (soot-tin-a), the Iyarhe (E-a-hey) Nakoda Nations, the Métis Nation (Region 3), and all people who make their homes in the Treaty 7 region of Southern Alberta.

In Edmonton on Treaty 6 territory, a traditional gathering place, traveling route and home for many Indigenous Peoples including the Nehiyawak/Cree, Tsuut’ina, Niitsitapi/Blackfoot, Métis, Nakota Sioux, Haudenosaunee/Iroquois, Dene Suliné, Anishinaabe/Ojibway/Saulteaux, and the Inuk/Inuit.

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