Job Description

Position Description

University of Calgary Continuing Education (ContEd) is currently recruiting for an instructor (contract (term) position) to teach an Environmental Law course in the 2023-2024 academic year.

In support of the University of Calgary\'s core principles and financial objectives, Continuing Education is an academic unit with a mandate to respond to the needs of the community through the design, development and delivery of high-quality lifelong learning opportunities.

Each year, ContEd serves over 20,000 adult learners and offers more than one thousand courses taught by hundreds of instructors-all experts in their fields. It is expected to fund, through revenue generation, the majority of its operational costs while contributing financially to the university.

The success of University of Calgary Continuing Education in meeting its business target in a competitive environment is dependent upon effectively serving students and by providing high-quality instruction and programs.

Position Description
These instructional positions are non-credit teaching appointments and, as such, are contract positions without benefits (other than those required by Employment Standards).

Course Details:
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Course Name:
Course Dates: Sep 26, 2023 to Dec 04, 2023
Course Format: Online Asynchronous/Synchronous - Hybrid

Course Description:
Through case studies, regulatory proceedings, and litigation and legislation, learn about environmental law and how it is implemented in Alberta. Topics include: national and provincial environmental legislation, including the Alberta Environmental Enhancement and Protection Act, Alberta Water Act, the Canadian Environmental Protection Act and the Canadian Environmental Assessment Act; due diligence, civil liability, and environmental litigation and prosecution; as well as topical examinations of air and water, agriculture, biotechnology, biodiversity and conservation, carbon and climate issues, and environmental aspects of energy regulation for hydrocarbons, electricity and oil sands.

Scope of Responsibilities (high level) * Create effective lessons plans, develop content, learning activities, presentations, assignments, evaluations, and examinations (where applicable)

• Utilize Desire2Learn (D2L) for all course materials and student communication
• Utilize Zoom to facilitate any synchronous live sessions with activities (where applicable)

Qualifications * Bachelor or Master\'s degree in Law, or a related field is required

• Previous teaching experience is essential; post-secondary teaching experience is preferred
• Applicants must have a minimum of 3 years of relevant industry work experience within environmental management.
• Previous experience utilizing e-learning tools (LMS, video conferencing tools, etc.) such as Desire2Learn, Blackboard, Moodle, Zoom, or similar is preferred
• Adult Learning Certificate or equivalent is an asset

Application Deadline: April 18, 2023.

We would like to thank all applicants in advance for submitting their resumes. Please note, only those candidates chosen to continue on through the selection process will be contacted.

The University of Calgary believes that a respectful workplace, equal opportunity and building a diverse workforce contribute to the richness of the environment for teaching, learning and research, and provide faculty, staff, students and the public with a university that reflects the society it serves. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. In this connection, at the time of your application, please answer the following question: Are you a Canadian citizen or a permanent resident of Canada? (Yes/No)

Additional Information

The University strongly recommends all faculty and staff are fully vaccinated against COVID-19.

About the University of Calgary

The University of Calgary is Canada\'s leading next-generation university - a living, growing and youthful institution that embraces change and opportunity with a can-do attitude. Located in the nation\'s most enterprising city, the university is making tremendous progress on its Eyes High journey to be recognized as one of Canada\'s top five research universities, grounded in innovative learning and teaching and fully integrated with the community it both serves and leads. The University of Calgary inspires and supports discovery, creativity and innovation across all disciplines. For more information, visit .

About Calgary, Alberta

Calgary is one of the world\'s cleanest cities and has been named one of the world\'s most livable cities for years. Calgary is a city of leaders - in business, community, philanthropy and volunteerism. Calgarians benefit from a growing number of world-class dining and cultural events and enjoy more days of sunshine per year than any other major Canadian city. Calgary is less than an hour\'s drive from the majestic Rocky Mountains and boasts the most extensive urban pathway and bikeway network in North America.

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