Learning Design Consultant

NBCC (New Brunswick Community College); Fredericton; Hybrid; CAD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A community college in New Brunswick is seeking a Learning Design Consultant to develop and review curriculum for new programs and online courses. The role requires a Bachelor's degree in education or a related field and experience in curriculum development. Responsibilities include collaboration with various stakeholders to ensure quality and compliance with standards. This position is a one-year term with competitive compensation and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Membership in the New Brunswick Public Service Pension Plan

Paid sick and vacation leave

Opportunities for professional development

Tuition Reimbursement Programs

Qualifications

• Recent and related experience in developing curriculum and instructional design materials.
• Demonstrated knowledge of curriculum design principles.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the development and review of curriculum and assessments.
• Design, develop, and review existing courses according to curriculum standards.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure curriculum meets quality standards.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Problem-solving skills

Analytical ability

Communication skills

Flexibility

Education

Bachelor's degree in education or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Learning Management Systems

Curriculum Management Systems

Job description

New Brunswick Community College (NBCC) is committed to transforming lives and communities. The College is currently seeking dynamic and competent individuals for the position of Learning Design Consultant. When you work at NBCC, you are a valued team member and a part of a community of leaders who are driven by learning excellence and social and economic development.

Position Type: One-year Term

Location: Any NBCC Location

Salary: $2,725.00 to $3,293.00 bi-weekly

Responsibilities

Reporting to the Head of Curriculum, the Learning Design Consultant (LDC) is responsible for assisting in the development and review of curriculum and assessments for a new series of NBCC programs and online courses. They provide support, facilitation, and guidance in the area of curriculum and competency-based evaluation and provide assistance with the creation of curriculum-related standards, policies, and procedures.

In This Role You Would

• Work in conjunction with Learning Design Consultants to compare existing NBCC programs against a competency framework, map curriculum, and develop curriculum for new programs.
• Ensure that all curriculum development reflect the College's policies and standards.
• Design, develop, and review new and existing courses based on NBCC-approved curriculum.
• Publish courses within the institution's designated Learning Management System (LMS).
• Provide expert advice and guidance to inform the development of curriculum and evaluations.
• Ensure curriculum meets all academic quality standards, including a focus on equity, accessibility, and cultural sensitivity.
• Collaborate effectively with all key stakeholders including, but not limited to academic deans, program managers, academic chairs, faculty, industry, business, government, and other post-secondary institutions both inside and outside the province.
• Provide analysis in the development of program proposals to help ensure quality in program design and curriculum development.
• Ensure that curriculum development is carried out in an efficient manner while tracking and reporting on established timelines.
• Provide consultation and facilitation to curriculum development and review teams and to subject matter experts engaged in curriculum development.
• Support, facilitate, and provide advice and guidance to working groups.

Qualifications

Education & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in education or other related field with recent and related experience, including experience in developing curriculum, instructional design materials and/or online course development.
• Demonstrated knowledge of curriculum design principles and experience developing curriculum, preferably in a fast-paced and/or post-secondary environment.

Professional Skills

• Highly flexible with excellent interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to navigate and build relationships effectively.
• Demonstrated problem-solving skills, analytical ability, and innovative thinking.
• High degree of proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, learning management systems, and curriculum management systems.
• Ability to maintain a high degree of professionalism and confidentiality.
• Self-motivated, service and results oriented.
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment, independently and within a team.
• A desire for continuous learning and growth.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills in English.
• Candidates must possess a valid Driver's License as travel will be required.

Assets

• Demonstrated experience with prior learning assessment or competency-based training would be considered an asset.
• Preference may be given to candidates who have experience working in a post-secondary environment.

Candidates must clearly demonstrate how they meet these qualifications on their resumes. Other combinations of education and experience may be considered as equivalent. Subject to competition response, the minimum qualifications may be raised.

About New Brunswick Community College (NBCC)

With six Campuses across the province, New Brunswick Community College (NBCC) transforms lives and communities across New Brunswick and contributes to the social and economic prosperity of our province.

Why work with NBCC

• You want to make a difference. By working at NBCC, you can support students in achieving their educational and career aspirations, help meet the needs of employers and contribute to stronger communities across New Brunswick.
• You want to belong to something bigger. NBCC welcomes the individual experiences and perspectives of our learners, our staff and our partners. We nurture a culture of belonging where everyone feels valued and has opportunities to add value. NBCC is an equal opportunity employer building a dynamic team that is representative of the communities and industries that we serve.
• We're one of the best places to work in Atlantic Canada. For ten years in a row, we have been named one of Atlantic Canada's Top Employers because of our commitment to families, community service and employee engagement. This includes, paid time off to volunteer, comprehensive benefits packages and professional development opportunities.

Are you interested?

Benefits

At NBCC, we invest in your growth and wellbeing. We support career advancement through Professional Certifications and prioritize your whole self, with benefits like paid volunteer days and comprehensive health coverage. Some of the many benefits we offer are:

• Membership in the New Brunswick Public Service Pension Plan.
• Opportunities for professional development and training.
• Free access to an Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP).
• Paid sick and vacation leave.
• Volunteer leave.
• Tuition Reimbursement Programs.

Curious to learn more about the benefits NBCC has to offer? Visit our Careers Page.

This position is a unionized position where the terms and conditions of employment are in accordance with the NBUPPE - Administrative and Program Support Services, Education Consultation and Development and Information Technology Collective Agreement for the College.

All applicants must be eligible to work in Canada at the time of application. This competition may be used to fill future vacancies at the same level.

We promote an equal‑opportunity work environment.

All interested candidates are invited to submit a detailed application, with a resume and cover letter, online by January 2, 2026. All applications will be acknowledged upon receipt.

NBCC employees must be living in a location that is a reasonable distance from one of our seven work locations around the Province. Flexible work arrangements cannot extend beyond the New Brunswick border.