Manager, Learning Resource Services (Term)This is a temporary full-time position located on-site in Athabasca, with an end date of August 2027.The Position:The Manager, Learning Resource Services manages internal processes related to Course Materials, Acquisition, Inventory, Warehouse Control and Shipping, and Student Services. They provide management of Learning Resource Services to ensure efficient and effective unit operation, including budget management and external liaison.
Qualifications:- A four-year University degree, preferably in business. May consider an equivalent combination of education and experience, where that experience includes at least 9 years directly relevant work experience in a learning resources setting with budget and managerial experience.
- A minimum of 5 years related work and supervisory experience in a unionized environment, some of which should be at a post-secondary institution.
- The incumbent should have excellent interpersonal skills and experience in resource allocation, organizational planning, and management of computerized systems and technology.
- Systems utilized include CMIS, Banner, and a variety of reporting tools.
- Demonstrated success in the implementation of major projects is required.
- Demonstrated interpersonal skills, including facilitation and negotiation skills is required.
- Must possess strong conceptual, analytical and creative problem-solving abilities.
- Excellent computer program and systems skills required.
- Experience leading and managing collaborative client relationships and teams is preferred.
- Professional experience within a post-secondary setting is preferred.
- Supervisory skills,
A detailed job description can be viewed at: Manager, Learning Resource Services.
Contact Information:For more information regarding this role, please contact Elaine Fabbro, Interim AVP Learner Experience, at [redacted].
Athabasca FirstWherever possible, AU seeks to attract and hire qualified team members to reside in the Athabasca region of Alberta, Canada. We will offer relocation assistance for the right candidate should you decide to relocate to Athabasca. As a resident of the town or county of Athabasca, you can choose to work on and from our beautiful campus in Athabasca.
To discover the Town and Region of Athabasca, go to: Visit Athabasca.
What AU OffersBenefits and Pension eligibility differs based on employee group and
may include:
- Defined Benefits Pension Plan
- Alberta Health Care
- Extended Health Care
- Life Insurance, Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance
- Disability Coverage
- Vacation
- Office Closure between Christmas and New Year's Day
- Discretionary Benefit Fund
- AU Course Allowance
- A Variety of Leaves (e.g., Maternity/Parental/Adoption, Compassionate Care, etc.)
- Employee & Family Assistance Program (EFAP)
An offer of employment is conditional upon verification of educational credentials. All educational credentials must be recognized in Canada.
E-Transcripts shared directly from your Post-Secondary Institution via email are acceptable.
WES https://www.wes.org/ca/ may be used to verify international educational credentials. Processing time for verification of international qualifications may take up to one month; please plan accordingly.
While all eligible applicants are encouraged to apply, Canadian Citizens and Permanent Residents will be given priority. Where applicants have equal skills, abilities, and experience, candidates residing within or willing to relocate to the County of Athabasca will be given preference. Successful applicants must reside in Alberta, Canada. Working outside of Canada is not supported by AU. You are legally not permitted to work for AU if you are living outside of Canada.
