Program Chair - Centre for Academic Innovation

About Bow Valley College
Bow Valley College is Calgary’s college with local impact and global reach, serving more than 15,000 students. We launch our students by preparing them for in-demand jobs through high-quality, future-oriented education. We advance our graduates into careers in healthcare, technology, business, entertainment arts, social services, and more, contributing to our economy and community. We evolve our students through work-integrated learning, upskilling, and reskilling. Proud to be named one of Canada’s Top 50 research colleges, our applied research focuses on health and educational technology, and social innovation. Home to the Digital Entertainment Nexus, Calgary’s first esports arena, and the Bears varsity team, Bow Valley College is celebrating 60 years of student success. Learn more about the opportunities we create at bowvalleycollege.ca.  

Note: This is a 3-year position, open only to current full-time Faculty. 

Position Summary
The Program Chair, Centre for Academic Innovation, coordinates and leads program and curriculum development across multiple educational approaches, including Competency-Based education, traditional outcomes-based delivery, and emerging models of teaching and learning.

Working in consultation with the Associate Dean, the role guides proof of concept work, program planning, competency architecture, curriculum and assessment development, implementation readiness, and cross-functional coordination to ensure deliverables meet Centre for Academic Innovation (CAI) standards and institutional requirements. The position must be able to project manage work across all CAI teams, while also stepping directly into development work at any stage of the process when needed to maintain momentum, quality, and continuity.

The role also supports innovation in educational practice, including AI-enabled teaching and learning, while helping programs respond to changing institutional, learner, labour market, and regulatory demands.

Position responsibilities and accountabilities include but are not limited to:

The Program Chair  plays a key leadership role in fostering a collaborative, supportive, and high-performing academic environment. This role is responsible for promoting a positive team culture by developing strong relationships across the program, department, and College. The Chair provides mentoring, coaching, and guidance to faculty and staff, ensuring alignment with school and departmental goals, and maintaining open channels of communication among instructors, Program Chairs, Associate Deans, and other College departments.

They lead regular meetings, provide program and curriculum orientation, and support faculty recruitment and onboarding efforts in collaboration with the Associate Dean. The Program Chair is a key liaison with advisory committees and internal stakeholders, supporting initiatives that enhance instructional quality and learner success.

In collaboration with the Associate Dean, the Chair contributes to program maintenance, development, and evaluation. This includes supporting curriculum updates, facilitating program reviews, managing scheduling and faculty teaching assignments, and ensuring compliance with College policies and accreditation requirements.

The Chair promotes instructional best practices and excellence in teaching while maintaining accurate program documentation and records. They are also actively involved in learner engagement—welcoming new students, providing guidance, addressing learner concerns, and supporting the appeals process. The Program Chair works closely with faculty to create learner support plans, uphold academic integrity, and participate in student recognition initiatives, including awards and achievement celebrations.

The Chair also oversees the ongoing assessment and development of curriculum to ensure alignment with academic standards, industry expectations, and adult learning principles. They contribute to the design of learning outcomes, review course schedules, and help maintain consistency across the program. The role involves liaising with curriculum committees, subject matter experts, and other program chairs to promote shared courses, learner pathways, and inter-professional education opportunities. The Chair remains informed of sector trends and integrates relevant developments into the program to maintain relevance and innovation.

Externally, the Program Chair represents Bow Valley College in meetings with business sectors, government agencies, professional associations, and community organizations. They contribute to marketing and promotional efforts and maintain strong relationships with internal departments. Additionally, the Chair supports and may participate in applied research activities, helping to build the school’s capacity in this area.

As a model of professionalism and lifelong learning, the Program Chair articulates and pursues personal development goals, while also delivering quality instruction in assigned courses. This includes developing lesson plans, updating curriculum, assessing learner performance, and maintaining accurate academic records. Through this multifaceted role, the Program Chair supports the overall excellence, growth, and reputation of the program and the College.

Required Qualifications:

 Bachelor’s degree.

Master’s degree – depending on program accreditation.

Five years experience in a post-secondary environment, with experience both in teaching and preferably academic program leadership; experience in the area of applied research would be considered an asset.

An equivalent combination of directly related education and experience may be considered

Preferred Qualifications

Master’s Degree.

A commitment to learner-centred learning and outcomes-based education.

Sound knowledge of program content and curriculum development.

Knowledge of and experience in curriculum development, learner recruitment, learner retention and success factors, conflict resolution.

Collaborative, innovative, and transparent style.

Passionate about leading the advancement of programming and excellence in teaching.

Demonstrated organizational and time management skills.

Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Proven ability to work both independently and collaboratively with faculty and interdisciplinary groups across campus.

Proficient computer skills.

Ability to convey a professional image and represent the organization in the community and with all stakeholders

If your education was received internationally we will require you provide an international education assessment through IQAS, WES, or one of the other nationally designated organizations upon hire.

This opening is a 3 – year Faculty position. Please note all successful candidates will be required to provide copies of government issued identification and proof of educational qualifications upon hire and may be required to provide an enhanced police information check. 

Closing Date: April 06, 2026 

Diversity and Inclusion Commitment
Bow Valley College is strongly committed to fostering diversity and inclusion within our community. We welcome applications from qualified candidates who would contribute to the further diversification of our employees including, but not limited to, visible minorities, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities and persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity.