SAFE220 VA3 - Intro to Digital Tech and Public Safety - W26

Wilfrid Laurier University; Alberta; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading Canadian educational institution in Alberta seeks an experienced educator to teach 'Intro to Digital Tech and Public Safety.' The ideal candidate will possess a Master's degree and have experience in online teaching. Responsibilities include delivering engaging content and assessing student performance. Strong understanding of public safety digital technologies and cyber-related threats is essential. This position is part-time for Winter 2026.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Public Administration, Public Safety, or related field.
• Extensive research experience in digital technologies used in public safety.
• Experience developing and teaching online courses.

Responsibilities

• Teach 'Intro to Digital Tech and Public Safety' course.
• Assess and engage students in a digital learning environment.
• Incorporate diverse pedagogical approaches tailored to adult learners.

Skills

Teaching experience in online format

Research in public safety

Knowledge of digital technologies

Understanding of cyber security

Education

Master's Degree

Doctorate (preferred)

Tools

Learning management systems (Brightspace)

Job description

Faculty/Academic Area: Faculty of Human & Social Sciences

Department: N/A

Campus: Other

Employee Group: WLUFA

Requisition ID: 10405

Position Title: SAFE220 VA3: Intro to Digital Tech and Public Safety

Term: Winter 2026 (January 5 – April 6, 2026)

Days/Hours Total: 3 per week/36 total

Anticipated Class Size: 75

Additional Course Requirements: N/A

Posted on: November 14, 2025

Posting ends: November 19, 2025

Position Summary: This course is designed to provide the learner with an overview and understanding of the many digital technologies, IT-dependant systems, and emerging technologies that impact public safety as well as introduce the underlying theme of digital literacy requirements for public safety personnel. The landscape of public safety has rapidly shifted to be increasingly digital as opposed to traditionally physical, resulting in a myriad of new public safety risks, threats, and response methodologies. In recognition of society’s increased dependence on digital systems, Public Safety Canada has identified not only a National Cyber Security Strategy, but also a dramatic identification of new cyber-related threats, digital technology requirements for all sectors of public safety, and digital threats to the economic and physical critical infrastructure of Canada.

Qualifications – Required: Master's Degree

Qualifications – Discipline: Public Administration, Public Safety, Criminology, Digital Media, Business Administration

Qualifications - Other: Doctorate preferred. Extensive research and/or work experience in the field of public safety with a focus on the tactical, structural, legal, social, and administrative aspects of digital technologies found in and/or used in public safety in the Canadian context and/or in conjunction with public safety policies and/or mandates across national and/or international jurisdictions. Experience in teaching in an online format, with previous experience in developing courses and/or teaching in an online environment and should be receptive to incorporating pedagogical approaches that specifically embrace online adult learners. Knowledge of learning management systems (particularly Brightspace from Desire2Learn) would be an asset.

Salary: $5,554.87

Application Deadline: November 19, 2025

Submit with Application:

Required for All Applicants

• CV (Maximum of 10 pages, with 12-point font and 2.54 cm margins. Pages which exceed this limit will not be considered in the committee’s evaluation of the application)
• Candidate Application Form (CAF)
• On the CAF, applicants must clearly outline only those qualifications which are relevant for each course for which they have applied and articulate how their work and academic experience enhances their ability to teach each course.

Required for External Applicants

• Names and Contact Information for Referees
• Evidence of Good Teaching
• Verification of highest degree

Optional

• Cover Letter
• Teaching Dossier
• Sample Course Outline (2-pages maximum)

Applications may be addressed to:

Dr. Scott Blandford

Public Safety

Wilfrid Laurier University

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This appointment is in accordance with the Contract Teaching Faculty and Part-time Librarians Collective Agreement, for which the Wilfrid Laurier Faculty Association (WLUFA) is the exclusive bargaining agent. Applicants are assessed using both the “Appendix H: Assessment of CTF Candidates under 13.6.1” in the collective agreement and the program specific rubric, where applicable. Candidates should review these documents and ensure the information required is easily accessible in the application.

Please Note: Candidate Application form (CAF) is used to apply to an individual posting and must be submitted with each application. The completed form is to be uploaded with all other application materials by the deadline listed in the course posting. Refer to Appendix I of the Contract Teaching Faculty Collective Agreement for further guidance about completing the CAF and Appendix H for details on how this form will be scored.

CTF Members (those who have taught a Laurier in the last 36 months) may wish to submit a single application to multiple course postings via the Posted Course Application Form (PCAF) Appendix G, which includes the CAF. The link to the Faculty specific PCAF is included in the email notification of posted courses you would have received from the hiring department/program/area at Laurier. The PCAF is a separate form due within 5 days of the email notification of posted courses and is submitted via Qualtrics. Refer to this notification for the link to the PCAF. Members who do not submit a PCAF may apply for posted course through a separate application for each course. Refer to the collective agreement for additional information on the PCAF.

For Supplementary Remuneration for large classes or multi-section courses, see Article 28.3.

Pursuant to Article 13.5 of the Collective Agreement for Contract Teaching Faculty (CTF) and Part-time Librarians, all applicants shall apply electronically. Applications must be received by 23:59 local time of the date on the posting.

Wilfrid Laurier University endeavors to fill positions with qualified candidates who have a combination of education, experience, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position while demonstrating Laurier's Employee Success Factors.

Diversity and creating a culture of inclusion is a key pillar of Wilfrid Laurier University's Strategic Academic Plan and is one of Laurier's core values. Laurier is committed to increasing the diversity of faculty and staff and welcomes applications from candidates from equity deserving groups. Indigenous candidates who would like to learn more about equity and inclusive programing at Laurier are welcomed to contact the Office of Indigenous Initiatives at [e-mail]. Candidates from other equity deserving groups who would like to learn more about equity and inclusive programing at Laurier are welcomed to contact Equity and Accessibility at [e-mail]. We have strived to make our application process accessible, however if you require any assistance applying for a position or would like this job posting in an alternative format, please contact Human Resources at [e-mail].

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. In accordance with the requirements of Citizenship and Immigration Canada, the successful applicants will be required to prove they are legally able to work in Canada.

Members of the designated groups must self-identify to the appropriate Dean(s) to be considered for employment equity.

All course offerings will be contingent on adequate student registration and subject to budgetary funding.

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