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UCN acknowledges that we are on the traditional territories and homelands of many Indigenous peoples, in particular the Cree, Dene, Red River Mtis, and Oji-Cree. Indigenous peoples have continuously maintained homelands in northern Manitoba since time immemorial. The First Nations in the area that UCN serves entered into treaty relationships with the Crown (within our region these include signatories to treaties 4, 5 - and the treaty 5 adhesion, and treaty 6 - located within the treaty 5 adhesion). The territory has also become home to other Indigenous peoples. We uphold the treaties and collaborate with all Indigenous peoples to share truth, reconciliation, and learning. COMPETITION TYPE Open Competition to the Public COMPETITION NUMBER 26-006 CLOSING DATE January 19, 2026 SALARY RANGE $81,024 to $104,854 per annum plus, remoteness allowance if applicable POSITION CLASSIFICATION Curriculum Consultant POSITION LOCATION The Pas or Thompson, Manitoba POSITION TYPE Full-Time, Regular Position APPLY TO Email: (PDF preferred format) University College of the North, Attention: Human Resources P.O. Box 3000 R9A 1M7 Fax: INSTRUCTIONAL SPECIALIST Academic Quality and Excellence UCN is building better futures for a stronger North. UCN provides learning opportunities to northern communities and its people offering more than 40 academic degrees, diplomas, and certificate programs. We commit to offering a safe, welcoming, and inclusive work environment where innovation and creativity is welcomed. We are one of Manitoba''s Top Employers and offer a generous Total Compensation Package with health benefits, a great pension plan along with the opportunity for personal and professional growth including tuition waivers. DUTIES Reporting to the Associate Vice-President Academic Quality and Excellence, the Instructional Specialist supports high-quality teaching and learning at UCN by collaborating with faculty to design and enhance engaging, accessible courses across online, blended, and face-to-face delivery. The Instructional Specialist focuses on integrating learning technologies, providing LMS (UCNLearn) administration and support, and offering practical pedagogical guidance within a northern, multi-campus, and community-based environment. The successful incumbent will provide proactive, collaborative, and responsive support to faculty; building strong working relationships; adapting instructional and technological support to diverse needs; and advancing reconciliation, continuous improvement, and excellence in teaching and learning. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS Masters degree in instructional design, educational or similar area, an equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered Strong understanding and experience with curriculum development processes (e.g. ADDIE, constructive alignment, program mapping) Knowledge of in-person and technological facilitated course delivery Proficiency in the use of learning technologies to support effective teaching (e.g. HSP, Camtasia, Storyline). Experience with Al-enabled learning tools Experience in transforming content into well-structured, pedagogically sound learning modules Knowledge of a broad range of educational areas (e.g. assessment, academic integrity, learner engagement) Strong communication and interpersonal skills Effective time management skills Commitment to life-long learning ASSETS Knowledge of accessibilities standards Experience with Open Educational Resources Experience designing and supporting courses in a LMS (D2L Brightspace) Experience with or understanding of supporting courses and programs in community Knowledge and understanding of Indigenous cultures CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT Candidates must be a Canadian Citizen or Permanent Resident of Canada Applicants are asked to provide a cover letter and resume with their application. Applicants must demonstrate in their cover letter and their resume how they meet the qualifications. Applicants with education acquired outside of Canada are required to provide an Educational Credential Assessment with their application indicating Canadian credential equivalency, accepted Education Credential Assessment organizations include International Qualifications Assessment Service (IQAS) and World Education Services (WES.) UCN is committed to building a workforce representative of the populations we serve. Preference will be given to qualified Indigenous candidates. Applicants are invited to indicate in their cover letter or resume if they are from any of the following groups: Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities and visible minorities. Only qualified candidates who are legally entitled to work in Canada will be given consideration. Persons with disabilities who require accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should contact Human Resources. Please indicate in your subject line the competition number for which you are applying. 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