Job Description

Kwantlen Polytechnic University (KPU) is more than just a place to learn; it's a university powered by the people who live and work here--students, staff, and faculty alike. As one of BC's Top Employers, we strive to implement initiatives that will attract, support, engage, and retain KPU's people and create an environment where all employees see themselves as contributing to student learning. Join us today and transform your future!

Competition ID:

4325

Internal Closing Date:

Open Until Filled

External Closing Date:

Open Until Filled

# of Openings:

1


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Salary Information:

Casual Employee - Hourly Rate

Employment Type:

Temporary Part Time

Workplace Type:

Hybrid

Travel Frequency:

Occasional travel between campuses is required.

Employee Group:

Casual Employee

Days of Work (BCGEU):

Hours of Work (BCGEU):

Hours per Week (BCGEU):

ORGANIZATIONAL STRUCTURE

This role reports to the Provost & Vice-President, Academic.

SUMMARY

Reporting directly to the Provost & Vice-President, Academic, the Consultant, Academic Plan Implementation will be responsible for reviewing KPU's 2027 Academic Plan (the Plan), mapping the University's current state in relation to the Plan, and making recommendations for action to the Provost and other University Executives as required in order to drive the University toward achieving the Plan's specified goals and objectives.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Review KPU's 2027 Academic Plan (the Plan) and produce a report of KPU's current state in relation to the Plan Identify notable and innovative actionable strategies for implementing the Plan's goals and key activities, appropriate for the KPU context Consult with the KPU community including students, staff, faculty members and community members, as and when required Other duties relating to the development and/or communication of strategies as identified

QUALIFICATIONS

Demonstrated experience interacting with KPU's academic and operational frameworks Demonstrated ability to work with minimal supervision, under own initiative Demonstrated ability to independently organize work to achieve predetermined goals and meet deadlines Exceptional written and verbal communication skills

Salary Information

Anticipated hourly pay rate: $65

Total Rewards

As a part of our total rewards offerings, KPU also offers extended health and dental benefits, healthcare spending account, generous vacation package, defined pension plan, parenthood top-up, sick leave, long-term disability, life insurance, professional development days, tuition waiver, inhouse training & development, inter-campus transportation, and more!

Note: Eligibility requirements apply, benefits may vary depending on the employee group the position belongs to and whether the position offered is temporary or part-time.


Visit https://www.kpu.ca/hr for more information on KPU's workplace, culture and total rewards.

Note to Applicants

Kwantlen Polytechnic University welcomes and encourages applications from equity deserving groups and diverse experiences including, but not limited to, Indigenous people, racialized people, people with disabilities, and members of the 2S/LGBTQIA+ community.


If there are any barriers that you are experiencing or an accommodation that we can provide to support you through the application process, please reach out to us at talentacquisition@kpu.ca.


Kwantlen Polytechnic University is committed to protecting the safety and welfare of employees, students, and the general public, and upholding the reputation and integrity of the University. For this reason, final applicants will be asked to undergo a background check.


We thank all applicants for their interest in employment with KPU. Only candidates who are legally eligible to work in Canada will be considered; only those selected for an interview will be contacted.