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Department:

People and Technology

Position Type:

Fixed Term Administrative

Salary Range:

$91.16-$116.68-Hourly

Sc heduled Weekly Hours:

36.25

Anticipated Start Date:

June 01, 2026

Length of Contract:

3 Years

Posting Information

This job posting is now accepting applications from all qualified individuals.

Posting Closing Date:

May 7, 2026

Please note: jobs are posted until 11:59 pm on the job closing date.

Land Acknowledgment:

Algonquin College campuses in Ottawa, Perth and Pembroke are located on the traditional unceded, and unsurrendered territory of the Anishinàbe Algonquin People. The Algonquin People have inhabited and cared for these lands since time immemorial. We take this time to express our gratitude and respect to them and to the land for all that it has provided and will continue to provide.

Job Description:

Algonquin College is seeking a senior, execution‑focused leader with a demonstrated track record of delivering enterprise‑scale AI strategies and initiatives to successful, measurable outcomes. This role is intended for an experienced professional who has not only shaped AI strategy, but owned its execution, governance, and sustained impact within complex organizations. The successful candidate will bring deep practical experience operationalizing AI in regulated or public‑sector environments, translating strategy into action, managing risk, and delivering value across academic, administrative, and workforce contexts. This is not a conceptual, research, or purely advisory role. Success requires demonstrated experience leading AI initiatives from strategy through implementation, adoption, and value realization.

The Opportunity

Reporting to the Vice President, People and Technology, the Director, Artificial Intelligence (AI) Strategy and Transformation provides enterprise‑wide leadership and accountability in shaping, governing, and delivering the College’s AI strategy. This role is central to ensuring a coordinated, ethical, and human‑centered approach, ensuring initiatives move beyond pilots into sustained, institution‑wide adoption. Acting as a trusted advisor to senior executives and governance bodies, the role also requires hands‑on leadership of high‑value AI initiatives, governance frameworks, and workforce capability development.

The Director balances innovation with public‑sector accountability, academic integrity, and risk management, while ensuring tangible outcomes and organizational readiness.

Key Areas of Focus

While responsibilities will evolve, the Director is expected to contribute across the following areas:

• Enterprise AI Strategy & Roadmap Delivery

  • Lead the development, execution, and continuous refinement of an institution‑wide AI strategy and multi‑year roadmap.
  • Demonstrate ownership of strategy execution, ensuring AI priorities are implemented across academic, administrative, and operational domains.
  • Translate institutional goals into clear, deliverable AI initiatives with defined outcomes, timelines, and success metrics .

• Governance, Ethics, and Risk Leadership

  • Design, implement, and operationalize AI governance, policy, and risk management frameworks.
  • Lead decision ‑ making related to responsible AI use, academic integrity, privacy, cybersecurity, and regulatory compliance.
  • Ensure governance frameworks are embedded into day ‑ to ‑ day practice, not merely documented.

• Strategic Advisory & Decision Engagement

  • Act as a senior advisor to executive leadership and governance bodies on AI opportunities, risks, and investments.
  • Provide clear, pragmatic recommendations grounded in both strategy and delivery realities.
  • Support investment decisions by aligning strategic ambition with execution readiness .

• AI Use Cases & Implementation Oversight

  • Lead the identification, prioritization, and execution of high‑impact AI use cases.
  • Oversee pilots, business cases, and scaling decisions with a strong emphasis on measurable value realization and adoption.

• Workforce & Change Enablement

  • Lead AI-enabled workforce transformation, AI literacy, and capability‑building initiatives.
  • Drive change management strategies that support responsible AI adoption at scale.

• Sector Leadership & Collaboration

  • Represent the Algonquin College with sector partners, vendors, and advisory networks.
  • Demonstrate credibility through delivered outcomes, contributing to responsible AI leadership within post‑secondary and public‑sector environments.

Who We’re Looking For

This role is suited for senior leader with demonstrated execution depth, not early‑stage exposure .

Ideal candidates will demonstrate:

• Senior‑level experience in AI strategy, digital transformation, analytics, or emerging technologies
• A proven track record of executing strategy and delivering complex AI initiatives to successful outcomes
• Demonstrated experience leading initiatives from concept through implementation, adoption, and value realization
• Strong expertise in AI governance, ethics, policy and enterprise risk management
• The ability to translate complex technical concepts into clear, actionable decisions
• Experience navigating organizational change, workforce impact, and stakeholder complexity
• Comfort operating with autonomy, judgment, and accountability and delivery ownership

A degree is required; however, comparable education and experience may be considered. Experience in public sector or post‑secondary settings is highly valued.

How to Apply

Interested candidates are invited to submit a digital or PDF portfolio that clearly outlines their experience, impact, and leadership approach. Submissions should include:

• Executive summary highlighting strategic focus and leadership impact
• Current résumé
• Leadership philosophy outlining approach to governance, execution, and people leadership

Portfolios should emphasize demonstrated experience in strategy execution, decision‑making, and sustained organizational impact.

Note* This position is for a 3-Year Fixed Term with possibility of extension

Why Join Algonquin College?

• Compensation: Many roles offer a competitive base salary and comprehensive benefits, including health, dental, and retirement plans designed to support your well-being. Eligibility for benefits vary by position. Benefits | Careers
• Learning and Development Opportunities: Access to training, tuition assistance programs (Algonquin College Courses and Degree Completion ), certifications, workshops, and professional courses that allow you to grow and advance in your career. About Us | Employee Learning and Development . Availability depends on role and employment status .
• Company Culture : Our values of caring, learning, integrity, and respect define how we interact with one another. We foster a supportive and collaborative environment. Algonquin College has been recognized by Forbes as one of Canada’s Best Employers for 2025 and one of Canada’s Best Employers for Diversity for 2024
• Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Accessibility (IDEA) : We are proud to be the first Ontario college to implement an Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion policy, fostering an inclusive workplace where all employees feel respected and valued. Affinity Group Conversation Communities | Inclusion & Diversity & Truth and Reconciliation
• Flexible Work Arrangement Policy . Select positions are eligible for hybrid work in accordance with the College’s Flexible Work Arrangement Policy https://www.algonquincollege.com/policies/hr26/ (subject to change) .

How We Use AI in Hiring:

Algonquin College uses artificial intelligence technology to assist in screening and assessing applicants and their applications, while ensuring that all processes respect and uphold the provisions of applicable collective agreements above all else.

Accessibility:

Algonquin College values diversity and is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable, and culturally respectful workplace. We offer an inclusive work environment and encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds, including Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, members of racialized groups, and individuals from diverse communities. If you require accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact the Human Resources department at humanresources@algonquincollege.com . While we thank all those who apply, only those to be interviewed will be contacted.