Learning Design Consultant (Term)

NBCC (New Brunswick Community College); Fredericton; On-site; CAD 71,000 - 86,000; Full time

Job summary

NBCC is seeking a Learning Design Consultant to design, develop, and revise curricula for NBCC programs and online courses. The role involves providing expert curriculum guidance, ensuring alignment with policies and quality standards, and collaborating with deans, chairs, and industry partners across NBCC campuses.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's degree in education or related field, with experience in curriculum development and online course design, and demonstrates strong interpersonal

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and revise curriculum for NBCC programs and online offerings.
• Ensure curriculum development reflects NBCC policies and standards.
• Provide expert advice to inform curriculum development and evaluations.
• Ensure curriculum meets academic quality standards with emphasis on equity, accessibility, and cultural sensitivity.
• Collaborate with academic deans, program managers, chairs, faculty, industry and other post-secondary institutions.
• Provide analysis in program proposals to ensure quality in design and development.
• Ensure curriculum development is efficient and tracked against timelines.
• Provide consultation and facilitation to curriculum development teams and subject matter experts.
• Support, facilitate, and advise working groups.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Written and verbal communication

Analytical thinking

Team collaboration

Self-motivation

Driver's license

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 a dynamic and competent individual for the position of Learning Design Consultant. When you work at NBCC, you are a valued team member and part of a community of leaders who are driven by learning excellence and social and economic development.

Position Type

Three-year Term

Location

Any NBCC campus location

Salary

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

Responsibilities

The Learning Design Consultant (LDC), reports to the Head of Curriculum, plays a key role in designing, developing, and revising curriculum for NBCC programs and online courses. They offer support, facilitation, and guidance in curriculum matters and provide expert advice to help create curriculum-related standards, policies, and procedures.

Key Responsibilities Include But Are Not Limited To

• Design, develop, and revise curriculum for all NBCC programs and online offerings.
• Ensure that all curriculum development reflect the College's policies and standards.
• 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 on-line course development.
• Demonstrated knowledge of curriculum design principles and experience developing curriculum, preferably in a fast-paced 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.

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.

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.

Education

At NBCC, you will join a purpose-driven organization that is shaping the future of New Brunswick through education, workforce development, and community impact. In addition to meaningful work, we offer:

• An inclusive culture where people feel valued, supported, and connected.
• Opportunities to grow as a leader through continuous learning and development.
• Membership in the New Brunswick Public Service Pension Plan.
• Access to an Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP).
• Competitive vacation, sick leave, and volunteer leave provisions.
• Tuition support programs for employees and tuition benefits for eligible family members.
• The opportunity to work alongside engaged colleagues who are committed to student success and organizational excellence.

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.

The New Brunswick Community College (NBCC) is committed to being flexible in its operations and to the well-being of its employees. This includes considering reasonable requests for alternative work arrangements, when feasible, to meet the changing needs of the College and its students. In order to ensure our students needs are met, flexible work arrangements cannot extend beyond the New Brunswick border. NBCC employees must be living in a location that is a reasonable distance from one of our seven work locations around the Province.

NBCC is committed to employment equity and strives to be an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applications from candidates of diverse backgrounds and experiences. Accommodations are available upon request for applicants participating in all aspects of the selection process.

The application deadline is September 15, 2026. All applications will be acknowledged upon receipt.