Director, Academic Operations

Métis Nation British Columbia Director, Academic Operations

Posted:
July 31, 2026

Full-Time

Hybrid

Salary Range: $110,000 CAD to $139,000 CAD

Locations:
Nanaimo, BC , CAN

The Director of Academic Operations, reporting to the Executive Director, Ministry of Skills Training, Employment, and Post-Secondary Education (STEPS), is responsible for advancing the vision, mandate, and strategic priorities of the Métis-led College. This pivotal leadership role provides strategic and operational leadership for the development and implementation of the College's governance, operational systems, policies, processes, and institutional capacity required to successfully launch, grow, and sustain the institution.

The role oversees implementation of the College Business Plan and leads the day-to-day operations of the College, including the recruitment and supervision of College staff and contractors, the delivery of academic and continuing education programming, student services, and the management of core operational functions.

The Director of Academic Operations provides strategic leadership to ensure the College achieves its strategic objectives and fulfills its funding, regulatory, and institutional commitments while fostering a culture of accountability, excellence, innovation, and continuous improvement. The role plays a key part in advancing Métis-focused education, building and sustaining strategic partnerships, and creating a high-quality, culturally grounded learning environment that reflects Métis values, culture, and ways of knowing.

The Director supports the long-term sustainability and growth of the College while ensuring programs, services, and operations are responsive to the evolving needs of Métis citizens and other learners.

• Leads the establishment, implementation, and ongoing operations of the College, ensuring alignment with MNBC's strategic priorities, values, governance, and organizational objectives.
• Oversees implementation of the College Business Plan to support the successful launch, growth, and long-term sustainability of the College.
• Leads the development and implementation of programs, projects, and initiatives that meet the requirements of provincial and federal funding agreements while advancing the College's strategic priorities.
• Monitors operational and financial performance, provides recommendations to the Executive Director, and supports effective budget planning, forecasting, and reporting.
• Provides strategic advice, regular updates, and recommendations to the Executive Director to support informed decision-making, organizational planning, and continuous improvement.
• Identifies opportunities for innovation and operational excellence to improve the learner experience and strengthen institutional effectiveness.

• Leads the development, implementation, and continuous review of college policies, procedures, and standards to support effective institutional operations and regulatory compliance.
• Monitors and analyzes emerging legislation, government priorities, and post-secondary trends, providing strategic advice and recommendations to inform College planning and policy development.
• Leads research related to post-secondary education, Indigenous education, workforce development, and leading practices to support evidence-informed decision-making.

• Leads the planning, implementation, and continuous improvement of academic and continuing education programming to ensure alignment with Métis values, community engagement, reconciliation goals, regulatory requirements, and the College's strategic objectives.
• Oversees academic operations, including program planning, scheduling, instructional delivery, admissions, registration, student records, student supports, and academic quality assurance.
• Collaborates with internal and external partners to develop, implement, and evaluate academic programs and learning opportunities that respond to learner, community, and labour market needs.
• Evaluates program effectiveness using data, performance measures, and stakeholder…