Educational Developer

Job Responsibility: Position Information Position Title Educational Developer Department/Unit Learning & Teaching Location Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada Posting Number S096-25 Employee Group DPMG Position Type Term Duration of Contract (if applicable)One (1) year Employment Type Full Time Full-time Equivalency (FTE)1.0 FTE Salary $77,938 - $104,545 per annum Classification ADM-07 Provisional Statement This is a provisional classification. Formal regular review classification procedures may be initiated at any time by the incumbent or supervisor after the incumbent has worked a minimum of six months in the role. About Dalhousie University Dalhousie University is Atlantic Canada's leading research-intensive university and a driver of the region's intellectual, social and economic development. Located in the heart of Halifax, Nova Scotia, with an Agricultural Campus in Truro/Bible Hill, Dalhousie is a truly national and international university, with more than half of our almost 21,000 students coming from outside of the province. Our 6,000 faculty and staff foster a vibrant, purpose-driven community, that celebrated 200 years of academic excellence in 2018. Job Summary The Centre for Learning and Teaching (CLT) works in partnership with academic units, faculty members, and graduate students to enhance the practice and scholarship of learning and teaching at Dalhousie University through an evidence-based approach to enhance the Dalhousie learning environment. Reporting to the Director of CLT with operational oversight from the Senior Educational Developer (Program Development), the Educational Developer - Program Development (Micro-Credentials and Non-Credit) will support the pedagogical work involved in creating, modifying and reviewing credit programs across the university. As part of this work, the Educational Developer will identify opportunities for non-credit credential creation within new and existing for-credit programs, and work with units and faculties to develop new provision. Key Responsibilities

• Work closely with units and instructors to provide pedagogical guidance regarding new and revised credit programs, under the strategic direction of the Senior Education Developer (Program Development).
• Advise Faculties and Units on the development and implementation of non-credit micro-credentials, courses, certificates and diplomas tied to new and revised credit programs to ensure they meet the academic standards of the university from a pedagogical perspective.
• Develop and implement processes for identifying and evaluating new micro-credentials within existing and new for-credit learning experiences, including maintaining a list of in-demand skills and evaluating whether competency-based assessments would be considered valid by industry.
• Establish and co-chair Dalhousie's Non-Credit and Micro-Credential Committee. As part of this role, provide letters of endorsement required for Faculty/Governance council approval.
• With particular reference to their portfolio, support the needs of those who teach and support teaching at Dalhousie University through one-on-one and group consultations; and the design, facilitation and review of retreats, sustained learning experiences/courses/certificates, and workshops/sessions.
• Engage individually and collaboratively in scholarship related to higher education teaching and learning.

Note The successful applicant will be eligible for hybrid work (combination of in-person work on campus and remote work) as agreed by all parties based on operational requirements and university guidelines. Required Qualifications

• Master's degree in a relevant field plus approximately five years' experience in educational development in higher education (or equivalent combination of training and experience).
• Proven experience in instructional design with a demonstrated knowledge of, and engagement in, program development, and micro-credential and non-credit credential creation.
• Excellent communication (verbal and written), collaboration and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently with strong problem-solving and analytical skills.

Assets

• Doctoral degree in a relevant field.
• Demonstrated engagement in scholarship related to educational development and teaching and learning in higher education (e.g. through publications and presentations) and/or demonstrable, equivalent command of relevant literature and dissemination practices.

Job Competencies The successful candidate is expected to demonstrate proficiency in Dalhousie's core and leadership competencies ( in particular:

• Self-Awareness & Professionalism
• Respect & Inclusion
• Communication
• Relationship Building
• Change & Innovation

Additional Information Dalhousie University supports a healthy and balanced lifestyle. Our total compensation package includes a defined benefit pension plan, health and dental plans, a health spending account, an employee and family assistance program and a tuition assistance program. Application Consideration Applications from current university employees and external candidates are assessed concurrently. Current university employees will be given special consideration. We sincerely appreciate all applications and note that only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted directly by the hiring department or People and Culture. Diversity Statement Dalhousie University commits to achieving inclusive excellence through continually championing equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility. The university encourages applications from Indigenous Peoples of Turtle Island (especially Mi'kmaq), persons of Black/African descent (especially African Nova Scotians), and members of other racialized groups, persons with disabilities, women, persons identifying as members of 2SLGBTQIA+ communities, and all candidates who would contribute to the diversity of our community. In accordance with our Employment Equity Policy, preference will be given in hiring processes to candidates who self-identify as members of one or more of the equity-deserving groups listed above. For more information, including details related to our Employment Equity Policy and Plan and definitions of equity-deserving groups please visit Posting Detail Information Number of Vacancies One (1) Open Date 05/26 Close Date 06/08 Open Until Filled No Special Instructions to Applicant Quick Link for Direct Access to Posting