Manager, Curriculum & Off-Campus Education

Government of Alberta•Edmonton, AB

1d•CA$102,329 - CA$137,705•Onsite

About The Position

The Alberta Public Service works to build a stronger province for current and future generations. We make a difference in the lives of Albertans through rewarding and diverse career opportunities. Ministry of Education and Childcare Through safe and caring schools for all students, Alberta’s government is making life better by investing in education – one of the most important investments we can make in our future. The Ministry is responsible for: developing and evaluating curriculum; teacher development and certification; supporting students with diverse learning needs; funding and supporting school boards; First Nations, Métis and Inuit and Francophone education; and overseeing basic education policy and regulations. For more information on the Ministry of Education and childcare, please visit: https://www.alberta.ca/education-and-childcare. Role Responsibilities Are you passionate about helping students bridge the gap between classroom learning and real-world success? The Ministry of Education and Childcare is actively modernizing Kindergarten to Grade 12 (K-12) career education programs and we need a thoughtful, positive leader to help guide this work forward. As the Manager, Curriculum & Off-Campus Education you will provide stewardship for provincial K-12 career education curriculum, off-campus education programming, and external learning opportunities. Reporting to the Director, Career Education, this position plays a critical role in shaping the decisions that will help produce high-quality learning opportunities for Alberta students.

Requirements

University graduation in a related field (Education, Business Administration, Public Administration, Law, etc.), plus a minimum of 4 years of related experience. Related experience or education may be considered as an equivalency on a one for on basis.
Leadership: Strong coordination skills to lead teams and committees in a complex organization.
Leadership: Flexible, collaborative, and responsive leadership style.
Leadership: Ability to motivate staff and foster teamwork, competence, and confidence.
Research and Knowledge Management: Solid knowledge of Alberta’s K–12 education system and curriculum development practices.
Research and Knowledge Management: Experience applying research and managing knowledge across systems.
Research and Knowledge Management: Proficiency with tools like SharePoint, Microsoft Office, and video conferencing.
Core Competencies: Excellent English communication skills, both oral and written.
Core Competencies: Strong interpersonal and relationship-building abilities.
Core Competencies: Skilled in leading collaborative, consensus-based discussions.
Core Competencies: Creative problem-solving, time management, and organizational skills.
Government and Education System Knowledge: Familiarity with key policy documents (e.g., Education Act, Guide to Education, Ministerial Order, Guiding Framework, FOIP).

Nice To Haves

Ability to communicate in both French and English.
A Master’s degree in a related field.
Teaching experience in the Alberta K–12 context.

Responsibilities

Lead the development, implementation, review, and continuous improvement of K-12 career education curriculum and related learning resources.
Provide leadership for provincial off-campus education programming and external learning opportunities, including policy development and program administration.
Conduct research, environmental scans, and analysis to identify emerging trends and leading practices in curriculum and program development.
Build and maintain collaborative relationships with school authorities, education partners, industry stakeholders, and government partners.
Lead multidisciplinary teams in developing recommendations, briefing materials, business cases, strategic initiatives, and policy solutions.
Oversee branch operations, including staff supervision, project management, contracts, grants, recruitment, workload planning, and training.
Provide strategic advice and recommendations on emerging issues, opportunities, and challenges affecting curriculum, career education, and off-campus programming.