Learning Innovations Specialist

LEARNING INNOVATIONS SPECIALIST
Academic Quality and Excellence

UCN is dedicated to creating brighter futures for a more resilient North. We offer educational opportunities to northern communities and their residents, featuring over 40 academic degrees, diplomas, and certificate programs. Our commitment lies in fostering a secure, inclusive, and welcoming workplace that encourages innovation and creativity. Recognized as one of Manitoba’s Top Employers, we provide an attractive Total Compensation Package that includes health benefits, an excellent pension plan, and opportunities for both personal and professional development, including tuition waivers.

DUTIES
Reporting to the Associate Vice-President of Academic Quality and Excellence, the Learning Innovations Specialist plays a vital role in assisting faculty with the strategic application of learning technologies to improve teaching and learning in both campus-based and community-based programs. This position offers expertise in digital tools and emerging technologies while collaborating with IT to evaluate the compatibility and functionality of various learning platforms. The specialist will also provide leadership for institutional initiatives related to AI, Augmented Reality (AR), and digital learning, supporting AQE priorities and efforts aimed at academic enhancement.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- A Bachelor’s degree in Education, Educational Technology, Instructional Design, Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related discipline, with proven experience in utilizing learning technologies; an equivalent combination of education and experience may also be accepted.
- Familiarity with a wide spectrum of learning platforms and digital tools (including software, AI tools, and AR/VR applications).
- Capacity to assess pedagogical and technical compatibility and to identify suitable applications within a post-secondary environment.
- A commitment to ongoing professional development to stay updated with educational technologies, digital pedagogy, and current trends.
- Ability to assist faculty in adopting and integrating learning technologies into their courses.
- Skill in identifying gaps, foreseeing challenges, and contributing to the development of a comprehensive technology ecosystem.
- Capability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team.
- Strong communication and interpersonal abilities.
- Effective presentation and facilitation skills.
- Good time management skills.
- Dedication to lifelong learning.

ASSETS:
- A Master’s degree in Education, Educational Technology, Instructional Design, Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field, with relevant experience in utilizing learning technologies.
- Understanding of the northern Manitoba context, including issues related to digital equity.
- Knowledge and appreciation of Indigenous cultures.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:
- Candidates must be Canadian Citizens or Permanent Residents of Canada.
- A valid Class 5 Driver’s license is required as travel is necessary.
- Flexibility to work evenings is expected.

Applicants should submit a cover letter and resume with their application. It is important that candidates clearly demonstrate how they meet the qualifications in both documents. Those with education obtained outside Canada must include an Educational Credential Assessment with their application that shows Canadian credential equivalency; recognized organizations for this assessment include the International Qualifications Assessment Service (IQAS) and World Education Services (WES).

UCN is committed to creating a workforce that reflects the diversity of the population we serve. Preference will be granted to qualified Indigenous candidates. Applicants are encouraged to indicate in their cover letter or resume if they belong to any of the following groups: Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, or visible minorities. Only candidates who are legally authorized to work in Canada will be considered. Individuals with disabilities requiring accommodation during any part of the application or hiring process should contact Human Resources.

UCN acknowledges that we are situated on the traditional territories and ancestral lands of numerous Indigenous peoples, particularly the Cree, Dene, Red River Métis, and Oji-Cree. Indigenous peoples have continuously inhabited the northern Manitoba region for generations. The First Nations within UCN’s service area have entered into treaty agreements with the Crown, including signatories to treaties 4, 5, and the treaty 5 adhesion, as well as treaty 6 within the treaty 5 adhesion. This territory is also home to other Indigenous groups. We honor these treaties and work together with all Indigenous peoples to promote truth, reconciliation, and education.

COMPETITION TYPE: Open Competition to Public
COMPETITION NUMBER: 26-042
CLOSING DATE: April 8, 2026
SALARY RANGE: $81,024 to $104,854 per annum, plus remoteness allowance if applicable
POSITION CLASSIFICATION: Curriculum Consultant
POSITION LOCATION: The Pas or Thompson, Manitoba
POSITION TYPE: Full-Time, Regular Position