Faculty Coordinator - ELLA Department

Douglas College; New Westminster; On-site; CAD 71,000 - 116,000; Full time

Job summary

Douglas College seeks a Faculty Coordinator for the ELLA Department to lead a collaborative educational framework at the Faculty of Language, Literature and Performing Arts. The successful candidate will oversee course delivery, liaise with departments, and support a vibrant learning community while enjoying competitive salary and benefits. Apply by June 23, 2025.

Benefits

Hybrid work arrangements for eligible positions

Excellent Health and Dental Benefits for eligible positions

Defined-Benefit Pension Plan for eligible positions

Professional Development funding

Access to our Fitness Centres and Classes

Qualifications

• Must be a current regular ELLA faculty member with at least two (2) years of FTE service.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively under pressure and to meet targets and deadlines.
• Previous experience coordinating programs in a leadership role is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Provide joint leadership to the ELLA Department.
• Ensure effective planning, development, and delivery of courses and programs.
• Facilitate communication with various stakeholders.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Organizational skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

Master's degree or higher in relevant field

Job description

$71,846 – $115,129 annually. Placement on the faculty salary scale is based on education, professional certification and experience and will be in accordance with the Collective Agreement.

The Opportunity

You’re passionate about academia and dedicated to fostering an environment where students are motivated to learn. As an established professional in your field, your knowledge combined with your innovative and purposeful pedagogical methods uphold the College’s reputation to inspire our students to do what they love – and it’s clear, in your role, you’re doing what you love too!

Sound like you? Become part of our passionate faculty! Join us at the Faculty of Language, Literature and Performing Arts, and shape an educational journey that inspires our students to find their passion.

WHO WE ARE

Do what you love. Be good at it. That’s how Douglas College defines a great career. It’s a philosophy that resonates through our classrooms, our offices and our boardrooms. It inspires our students and drives us to make Douglas College one of BC’s Top Employers. We love what we do. And we’re looking for passionate, motivated people to join us in making one of Canada’s best degree-granting colleges even better.

Be a part of an institution where everyone is committed to empowering successful students, creating responsive learning environments, fostering social and environmental responsibility, and supporting healthy learning and work environments.

WHAT WE OFFER

We offer the opportunity to do what you do best in an inclusive, collaborative and collegial environment. At Douglas, our goal is to ensure our people are valued and supported by promoting a healthy work-life balance, professional growth, and development, as well as a safe and respectful workplace.

• Transit-accessible campuses
• Hybrid work arrangements for eligible positions
• Excellent Health and Dental Benefits for eligible positions
• Defined-Benefit Pension Plan for eligible positions
• Professional Development funding
• Access to our Fitness Centres and Classes

The Faculty of Language, Literature and Performing Arts ( LLPA ) is seeking one co-coordinator for the ELLA Department. The position takes effect on August 16, 2025 for an initial one year term with the possibility of an extension for an additional two years. There are 2 sections of time release available for the 2025-2026 academic year.

Available sections are identified each year.

Reporting to the Dean of LLPA , the two ELLA co-coordinators provide joint leadership to the ELLA Department by working together to facilitate its operation; ensure effective planning, development and delivery of courses and immersion programs; work collaboratively with Douglas International; and represent the Department in the Faculty, the College, and the community.

The successful applicant will work with colleagues in ELLA and across LLPA , and liaise with Enrolment Services Staff, Douglas International, the Dean’s Office, the TESL Coordinator, and other College units as needed. The co-coordinators will share the following responsibilities:

• convene and chair department meetings;
• attend and participate in FEC and DAC meetings;
• ensure timely communication with the Dean’s Office, the department, and external parties;
• oversee the allocation and scheduling of faculty work, as delegated by the Dean;
• ensure the smooth running of immersion programs;
• contribute to elements of immersion programs other than ELLA instruction (relating to sociocultural activities, labs, etc.), as required; and
• address emergent concerns, when required and in compliance with the College Agreement and College policy.

The successful candidate will be a current regular ELLA faculty member with at least two (2) years of FTE service. The successful applicant will have the following:
• effective interpersonal, communication and teamwork skills;
• demonstrated ability to work effectively under pressure and to meet targets and deadlines;
• strong organizational and problem-solving skills; and
• familiarity with relevant College policies, procedures and Collective Agreements.

Previous successful experience coordinating programs, projects or activities in a leadership role will be considered an asset.

Additional Information

Please submit your resume and cover letter by June 23, 2025. Please ensure that your application materials explain how your education and experience qualify you for this position.

Posting Number

Posting Number 00708F

Position Type

Position Type Faculty - Coordinator

Position Title

Position Title Faculty Coordinator - ELLA Department

Anticipated Start Date

Anticipated Start Date 08/16/2025

End Date

End Date 08/15/2026

Needs a Criminal Records Check

Needs a Criminal Records Check No

How To Apply

Open Date

Open Date 06/09/2025

Close Date

Open Until Filled Yes

Qualified internal applicants must apply by June 23, 2025. Click the link at the top of this page to apply directly to this posting.

Douglas College is committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive and equitable learning and working environment. In support of this journey, we welcome all people to apply, including people from groups that are experiencing inequity, including, but not limited, to Indigenous Peoples, racialized or persons of colour, persons with mental or physical disabilities, persons who identify as women, and/or persons of marginalized sexual orientations, gender identities and expressions, and persons of all faith identities, age, marital status, and parental status.

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• * How did you first find out about this employment opportunity?
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