Director, Academic Planning & Quality Assurance
Top Benefits
About the role
Competition Number
S181442P
Position Title
Director, Academic Planning & Quality Assurance
Position Number
A99881
Employee Group
Administrator
Position Status
Regular Full-Time
Start Date
End Date (if applicable)
Department
Academic & Provost
Additional Notes
Location
North Vancouver
Working with us
At Capilano University, learners are our focus. Guided by the goals outlined in Envisioning and Illuminating 2030, employees play an essential role in creating an exceptional learning experience for and with learners and are central to a thriving campus community. Together, we are inspired by imagination and Capilano University is one of the leading teaching-focused universities in British Columbia and one of BC’s Top Employers. Grounded by our sense of purpose, we offer a meaningful, friendly, and dynamic work environment.
About the role
Reporting to the Associate Vice President, Academic and Vice Provost, the Director of Academic Planning and Quality Assurance supports university-wide academic planning processes and projects. The Director also undertakes strategic initiatives that support the development and/or renewal of curriculum and academic quality assurance requirements and processes in support of Capilano University’s academic and strategic goals. This role requires extensive knowledge of academic and post-secondary practices. The Director plays a fundamental role in developing, enhancing, and sustaining the University’s collaborative approach to academic quality assurance processes and associated academic initiatives.
Illustrative Examples of Duties
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Acts as the University’s primary contact with the Degree Quality Assessment Board
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Provides leadership and guidance on university academic planning and quality assurance initiatives and requirements relative to the following: academic programs of study; academic structures, models, policy and governance; academic program and unit review and change; and internal and external quality assurance processes and requirements.
-
Supports academic innovation and continuous improvement in alignment with internal and external academic quality assurance and program/degree standards and criteria requirements.
-
Leads specific projects and initiatives to further the academic plan, often with a pan-University focus at the direction of the Provost’s office
-
Provides proactive advice and guidance to senior leaders to support high-quality programming and the sustainable positioning of academic activities.
-
Represents the University on academic initiatives or task forces as directed by the Provost’s Office internally and at the provincial, national, or international levels.
-
Tracks regional, provincial, national, and global trends in higher education.
-
Collaborates and partners with other University leads and units, including teaching and learning, institutional research, digital technology services, and finance, in support of academic planning, review, and development processes and associated quality assurance requirements.
-
Participates in a range of university committees, and acts as a designate or delegate on behalf of the Provost’s Office as requested.
-
Prepares and oversees annual results-based planning, operational plans, and budget reports; Develops and manages budgets in concert with the expectations of senior leaders.
Experience, competencies & qualifications
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Completion of a master’s degree required; (doctoral degree preferred).
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A minimum of five (5) years of related academic leadership and administrative experience in a post-secondary environment as a coordinator, chair, associate director, director, dean and/or equivalent.
-
A minimum of ten (10) years of post-secondary teaching or combined teaching and educational development experience.
-
Considerable experience conducting successful highly consultative processes.
-
Extensive knowledge of and experience within a university context, including undergraduate and graduate program structures, standards, and expectations across the full range of diverse academic programming.
-
Significant knowledge, understanding, and sustained experience with governance processes at a university, including policy development and renewal.
-
Successful direct supervisory experience of unionized and exempt staff.
-
Deep familiarity with university structures and governance as well as the priorities of diverse academic units (e.g., faculties, schools, departments, etc.).
For more information
For more information, please see the complete job description.
Benefits
At Capilano University, we understand that there is more to life than work. That is why we offer comprehensive benefits and support to help you and your family live a balanced life.
Take a sneak peek to see what it is like to work at Capilano University.
Posting Detail Information
Days and Hours of Work
Our standard work week is Monday to Friday, 8:30am – 4:00pm.
Bridge Period (if applicable)
Pay Group
13
Salary
The typical salary range for this role falls between $101,172 – $134,896 per annum, commensurate with experience, education, and internal equity, with future opportunities for performance-based pay and career progression.
Additionally, we offer a comprehensive total rewards package, including a defined pension plan, employer paid benefit premiums, and more.
Union
N/A
Job Open Date
10/20/2025
Job Close Date
11/02/2025
Open Until Filled
No
About Capilano University
Capilano University is a regional university based in North Vancouver, British Columbia, with additional programming serving the Sunshine Coast and the Sea-to-Sky corridor. With industry-leading instructors, small classes and over 100 programs across five distinctive faculties, CapU is a unique place where students are encouraged to make their mark, in and out of the classroom. Capilano University is named after Sa7plek (Chief Joe Capilano), an important leader of the Skwxwú7mesh (Squamish) Nation of the Coast Salish Peoples. We respectfully acknowledge that our campuses and are located on the territories of the LíỈwat, xʷməθkʷəỷəm (Musqueam), shíshálh (Sechelt), Skwxwú7mesh (Squamish) and SəỈílwətaʔ/Selilwitulh (Tsleil-Waututh) Nations.
Director, Academic Planning & Quality Assurance
Top Benefits
About the role
Competition Number
S181442P
Position Title
Director, Academic Planning & Quality Assurance
Position Number
A99881
Employee Group
Administrator
Position Status
Regular Full-Time
Start Date
End Date (if applicable)
Department
Academic & Provost
Additional Notes
Location
North Vancouver
Working with us
At Capilano University, learners are our focus. Guided by the goals outlined in Envisioning and Illuminating 2030, employees play an essential role in creating an exceptional learning experience for and with learners and are central to a thriving campus community. Together, we are inspired by imagination and Capilano University is one of the leading teaching-focused universities in British Columbia and one of BC’s Top Employers. Grounded by our sense of purpose, we offer a meaningful, friendly, and dynamic work environment.
About the role
Reporting to the Associate Vice President, Academic and Vice Provost, the Director of Academic Planning and Quality Assurance supports university-wide academic planning processes and projects. The Director also undertakes strategic initiatives that support the development and/or renewal of curriculum and academic quality assurance requirements and processes in support of Capilano University’s academic and strategic goals. This role requires extensive knowledge of academic and post-secondary practices. The Director plays a fundamental role in developing, enhancing, and sustaining the University’s collaborative approach to academic quality assurance processes and associated academic initiatives.
Illustrative Examples of Duties
-
Acts as the University’s primary contact with the Degree Quality Assessment Board
-
Provides leadership and guidance on university academic planning and quality assurance initiatives and requirements relative to the following: academic programs of study; academic structures, models, policy and governance; academic program and unit review and change; and internal and external quality assurance processes and requirements.
-
Supports academic innovation and continuous improvement in alignment with internal and external academic quality assurance and program/degree standards and criteria requirements.
-
Leads specific projects and initiatives to further the academic plan, often with a pan-University focus at the direction of the Provost’s office
-
Provides proactive advice and guidance to senior leaders to support high-quality programming and the sustainable positioning of academic activities.
-
Represents the University on academic initiatives or task forces as directed by the Provost’s Office internally and at the provincial, national, or international levels.
-
Tracks regional, provincial, national, and global trends in higher education.
-
Collaborates and partners with other University leads and units, including teaching and learning, institutional research, digital technology services, and finance, in support of academic planning, review, and development processes and associated quality assurance requirements.
-
Participates in a range of university committees, and acts as a designate or delegate on behalf of the Provost’s Office as requested.
-
Prepares and oversees annual results-based planning, operational plans, and budget reports; Develops and manages budgets in concert with the expectations of senior leaders.
Experience, competencies & qualifications
-
Completion of a master’s degree required; (doctoral degree preferred).
-
A minimum of five (5) years of related academic leadership and administrative experience in a post-secondary environment as a coordinator, chair, associate director, director, dean and/or equivalent.
-
A minimum of ten (10) years of post-secondary teaching or combined teaching and educational development experience.
-
Considerable experience conducting successful highly consultative processes.
-
Extensive knowledge of and experience within a university context, including undergraduate and graduate program structures, standards, and expectations across the full range of diverse academic programming.
-
Significant knowledge, understanding, and sustained experience with governance processes at a university, including policy development and renewal.
-
Successful direct supervisory experience of unionized and exempt staff.
-
Deep familiarity with university structures and governance as well as the priorities of diverse academic units (e.g., faculties, schools, departments, etc.).
For more information
For more information, please see the complete job description.
Benefits
At Capilano University, we understand that there is more to life than work. That is why we offer comprehensive benefits and support to help you and your family live a balanced life.
Take a sneak peek to see what it is like to work at Capilano University.
Posting Detail Information
Days and Hours of Work
Our standard work week is Monday to Friday, 8:30am – 4:00pm.
Bridge Period (if applicable)
Pay Group
13
Salary
The typical salary range for this role falls between $101,172 – $134,896 per annum, commensurate with experience, education, and internal equity, with future opportunities for performance-based pay and career progression.
Additionally, we offer a comprehensive total rewards package, including a defined pension plan, employer paid benefit premiums, and more.
Union
N/A
Job Open Date
10/20/2025
Job Close Date
11/02/2025
Open Until Filled
No
About Capilano University
Capilano University is a regional university based in North Vancouver, British Columbia, with additional programming serving the Sunshine Coast and the Sea-to-Sky corridor. With industry-leading instructors, small classes and over 100 programs across five distinctive faculties, CapU is a unique place where students are encouraged to make their mark, in and out of the classroom. Capilano University is named after Sa7plek (Chief Joe Capilano), an important leader of the Skwxwú7mesh (Squamish) Nation of the Coast Salish Peoples. We respectfully acknowledge that our campuses and are located on the territories of the LíỈwat, xʷməθkʷəỷəm (Musqueam), shíshálh (Sechelt), Skwxwú7mesh (Squamish) and SəỈílwətaʔ/Selilwitulh (Tsleil-Waututh) Nations.