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Canada: Senior Associate Program Director, Master of Counselling Program (Victoria Campus)











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Department: School of Health and Social Sciences


Locations: Victoria, British Columbia


Posted: Sep 24, 2025


Closes: Open Until Filled


Type: Exempt


Position ID: 193229

About City University of Seattle:

City University of Seattle (CityU) is a distinguished and comprehensive private nonprofit university and an affiliate of the National University System. CityU is regionally accredited by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities (NWCCU). We are dedicated to providing accessible, achievable higher education to adult learners. As a pioneer in digital learning, we have been delivering online education for over 40 years. CityU is ranked by the U.S. News & World Report among the top for online bachelor's degree programs, and among the top online programs for veterans in the U.S. CityU prides itself on having a completion rate of twice the national average according to data from the Chronicle of Higher Education. CityU has over 20 locations in the Northwest and worldwide. Many of our degree, certificate and endorsement programs are offered online, in-person, mixed-mode and in performance-based formats. Aside from its flagship campus and headquarters in Seattle, CityU offers programs in Canada, China, the Czech Republic, Mexico, Slovakia, Switzerland, and Vietnam.

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City University of Seattle in Canada is looking for a qualified Senior Associate Program Director (Manager) to join its outstanding team of faculty and staff in the Master of Counselling program in the School of Health and Social Sciences. Work is hybrid format with on-site activity at Saanich campus. Ideal candidates have post-secondary educational program coordination and administration experience. Candidates have a relevant doctoral degree, are a registered psychologist with clinical experience or counselling professional registered with BCACC or a registered governing body.

School Description:

City University of Seattle's Master of Counselling Program in the School of Health and Social Sciences is one of the lead educators of counsellors for British Columbia. The Master of Counselling program serves primarily domestic students since 1999 and hosts a robust student enrolment. Our graduates enjoy an excellent reputation in the community.

Job Summary:

The Senior Associate Program Director reports to the Program Director or designate and is responsible for ensuring the quality and integrity of the Master of Counselling program at the Saanich Campus. Key responsibilities include: provides proactive student support, develops teaching faculty, schedules courses and assigns instructors, leads the academic administration team, participates in curriculum and course development, teaches core courses, and actively engages in academic governance.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Program Management:Plans, organizes, directs, and monitors local program operations, including scheduling faculty, managing the academic calendar, coordination of program information sessions, contributes to strategic plan development and reporting, and ensures the program meets all regulatory requirements. Manages students supports, program plans, and responses to student concerns. Maintains program currency and leads the effort to review and revise the program to enhance student learning experience.

Teaching Excellence:*Teaches two courses a year or the equivalent, within compensation, as assigned to ensure the quality of program and student learning experience. Models excellence in teaching and learning and fosters student development.

Performance of faculty and staff management:Oversees Associate Program Directors, staff, and teaching faculty performance to ensure program quality. Responsible for hiring, developing, evaluating, and managing expectations of faculty and staff. Provides effective orientation, training, mentoring, and coaching for faculty and staff to foster a respectful and empowering learning environment. Oversees the assignment of service to continuing and term faculty, ensures and supports faculty engagement in scholarly activity.

Curriculum Development and Review:In collaboration with faculty and the PD, ensures the program curriculum aligns with CityU Academic Model and focuses on application and current practice. Ensures alignment of the program with accreditation standards.

Student Learning and Development:Oversees and advocates for student learning and engagement. Proactively develops students to become responsible, ethical, and self-directed professionals. Oversees interviewing and selecting students for the program, and internship opportunities and capstone.

Academic and Institutional Governance:Influences academic and institutional governance through leadership and participation on councils and committees. Encourages faculty participation in governance. Supports the Program Director in the development and engagement of the Program Advisory Committee.

Currency and Scholarship:Models, encourages and promotes scholarship in teaching and learning. Facilitates access to relevant faculty development activities and professional development.

Service and Outreach: Participates in and promotes professional communities in areas of expertise. Supports the active engagement with stakeholders to inform program relevance, build collaborative relationships and potential partnerships

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Requirements:

Minimum Qualifications:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements below represent the required knowledge, skills, and abilities. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.


A registered psychologist, mental health professional with clinical experience, or clinical counsellor with a doctorate (preferred) in counselling or psychology or with a Master's degree in psychology, counselling, or clinical social work. Minimum of 5 years post-registration clinical experience. Registration with a regulatory body consistent with the field of practice. Experience in higher education management and adult education an asset. Ability to address student academic-related issues and concerns in support of retention and student success. Culturally competent to serve a diverse student and faculty body. Demonstrated experience leading and managing in a creative, dynamic, in-person and virtual environment. Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal skills. Must relate to and communicate with diverse students, faculty, staff, and external communities. Ability to present a professional image for academic school and CityU. Proficiency with Microsoft Office products and learning management systems in support of quality teaching and learning. Proficiency in using technology to support virtual teaching and internship duties.

Additional Information:

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here represent those that an employee must meet to perform the essential functions of this job successfully. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.


While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, talk, hear, and perform repetitive motions of the hands or wrists. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, grasp or handle, stoop or bend, and reach.

Working Conditions:

The working conditions described here represent those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.


Work is generally performed indoors in a typical office setting. Evening and weekend hours are required in this position. Travel, including overnight travel, may be required. Reliable internet connection is a prerequisite.

Salary information:

$92,000 - $110,000 CAD

Benefits information:

We offer a comprehensive benefits package including paid holidays and paid time off; supplemental health plan; retirement savings plans with employer matching; tuition benefits; and other workplace perks such as flexible work schedules.

Application Instructions:

Application Instructions:

City University accepts applications through this online process only. For consideration, please submit a complete application packet. A complete application includes the following:


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City University of Seattle is an equal opportunity employer continuously working to build a diverse faculty and staff. City University strongly encourages inquiries from all qualified individuals interested in becoming part of the CityU team, including women, Aboriginal peoples, persons with disabilities, and members of visible minorities.