Quality Partner

SAIT

$80K — $100K *
Education, Government & Non-Profit
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in a relevant field; Master's degree is a plus
  • 3-5 years of experience in education or a regulated environment
  • Experience in supporting program reviews and academic quality initiatives
  • Skills in data analysis for decision-making and continuous improvement
  • Project coordination experience is beneficial
  • Credentialed Evaluator (CE) designation is preferred
  • Strong communication and relationship-building skills.

Responsibilities

  • Facilitate academic quality initiatives and enhancement processes
  • Coordinate quality initiatives throughout the program lifecycle
  • Ensure compliance with documentation and reporting requirements
  • Monitor project progress and alignment with institutional priorities
  • Develop and implement the Academic Quality Framework and related policies
  • Coach and mentor colleagues in quality practices and evaluation
  • Identify and recommend process improvements and develop quality systems.

Benefits

  • Generous time off including 4 weeks vacation and 14 flexible days annually
  • Paid medical, dental, and vision benefits for employees and families
  • Mental health support and access to virtual therapy
  • Professional development opportunities including tuition support
  • Defined Benefit pension plan for future retirement confidence
  • Access to campus fitness facilities and classes
  • On-campus dining options for employee convenience.
Full Job Description
The Opportunity

Job classification: P2043 - Project Coordinator

Salary range: $80,000 - $100,000. Placement within the range is typically based upon a review of skills, experience, and internal equity.

Hours per week: 37.5

Paid leave: 4 Weeks Vacation / 14 Flex Days per year

Position End Date: September 30, 2027

Deadline to apply: 9AM, July 6, 2026

Reporting to the Academic Leader, Quality Enhancement, the Academic Quality Partner plays a key role in advancing a culture of quality, innovation, and continuous improvement at SAIT. The role supports the development, implementation, and ongoing refinement of quality frameworks, systems, and processes that strengthen the integrity and impact of SAIT's credit and apprenticeship programs.
Working collaboratively with academic leaders, faculty, staff, and external partners, the Academic Quality Partner facilitates quality initiatives across the full program lifecycle-supporting evidence-informed decision-making, alignment with institutional and regulatory expectations, and the elevation of quality literacy. The role also provides coaching, training, and consultative support to build organizational capacity for quality enhancement and data-driven improvement.

How you'll contribute

Facilitating and Coordinating Quality Initiatives

  • Facilitate and coordinate academic quality initiatives and enhancement processes, ensuring alignment with institutional standards and continuous improvement goals
  • Coordinate quality initiatives throughout the program lifecycle, ensuring alignment from design through evaluation
  • Ensure documentation and reporting requirements are met for internal and external interest holders
  • Facilitate alignment of projects with established timelines and institutional priorities
  • Monitor progress and guide activities to align with timelines and institutional objectives
  • Prepare clear, timely, and comprehensive documentation for senior leadership and other interest holders
  • Contribute to the development and implementation of the Academic Quality Framework (AQF) and related policies


Coaching and Capacity Building
  • Coach and mentor colleagues across academic and support areas in quality practices, evaluation processes, and continuous improvement
  • Develop and deliver training, workshops and resources to build institutional capacity for engagement in quality initiatives
  • Provide consultative support and guidance to faculty, academic leaders, and staff


Continuous Improvement and Information Management
  • Identify opportunities for process improvement and recommend changes
  • Develop and maintain systems and protocols related to quality and improvement activities
  • Pilot and evaluate new tools (including AI) to streamline information management
  • Support data-informed decision-making by helping teams interpret, analyze, and apply evidence from institutional and program-level data


Interest Holder Engagement and Training
  • Build relationships with faculty, academic leaders, and industry partners
  • Collaborate to design and deliver training to develop quality literacy
  • Support capacity building and onboarding for new team members and Academic Quality Council participants
  • Model transparent practices that promote collaboration, trust and collective ownership of quality initiatives
  • Support collaborative initiatives with external partners, including joint projects and shared learning activities
  • Contribute to the transformation of the TLC into an integrated, high-performing academic support hub


Policy, Accreditation and Reporting
  • Support compliance with regulatory requirements, accreditation standards and institutional policies
  • Contribute to the development and refinement of quality policies and procedures
  • Maintain current knowledge of relevant standards and participate in related strategic planning


What you bring

  • Bachelor's degree in Education, Business Administration, Public Administration, Social Sciences, Data Analytics, or another discipline that supports academic quality, research, analysis, training, or process improvement is required
  • Master's degree in a related field is considered an asset
  • 3-5 years of experience in an educational or regulated environment, demonstrating competency in one or more of the following areas:
    • Supporting program reviews, curriculum processes, or academic quality initiatives in a post-secondary environment
    • Facilitating training, workshops, or documentation to build understanding of processes or frameworks
    • Applying structured quality, compliance, or regulatory frameworks in an educational or similar environment
    • Analyzing data to support decision-making or continuous improvement
    • Collaborating within cross-functional teams and managing relationships with diverse stakeholders
  • Experience coordinating projects with multiple tasks, timelines, or deliverables is an asset
  • Credentialed Evaluator (CE) designation, or equivalent, is considered an asset
  • Equivalent combination of experience and education may be considered


Skills

  • Exceptional oral and written communication skills
  • Strong interpersonal, innovation, and analytical abilities
  • Excellent organizational and time-management skills
  • Project management skills with the ability to align objectives, tasks, and milestones
  • Effective training and facilitation skills
  • Proven ability to build relationships and collaborate
  • Ability to quickly establish credibility
  • Demonstrated service mindset with a proactive, solutions-focused approach
  • Ability to identify and escalate risks
  • Ability to analyze and interpret data


We sincerely thank all applicants for their interest in this opportunity. We understand how important communication is, and we are committed to following up with every candidate. Please know that each application is thoughtfully reviewed, and you will hear from us either way.

Together, we build bold futures

At SAIT, we equip you with the resources you need to shape bold futures for yourself and our communities. We offer a comprehensive package including:

- Generous time off to pursue other passions and support your wellbeing

- SAIT paid premiums for medical, dental, and vision benefits so you, and your family, are well supported

- Benefits supporting mental health and access to Greenshield + for virtual therapy at a reduced rate

- Access to a Health Spending or Taxable Spending Account

- Professional development opportunities through our Free Seat Program, tuition support, access to LinkedIn Learning and discounted Continuing Education & Professional Studies courses

- Defined Benefit pension through LAPP to help you retire with confidence

- Excellent dining options on campus

- Free access to our fitness facilities and group fitness classes

And the perks keep on coming!

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