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Are you someone who sees artificial intelligence not just as a tool, but as a shift in how we learn, teach, and work? Do you enjoy bringing diverse groups together around a shared vision and turning big ideas into practical, campus-wide action? Thompson Rivers University is looking for a collaborative and forward-thinking leader to help shape how AI capability is developed and supported across the institution. This is an opportunity to guide a coordinated, skills-focused approach that builds confidence, curiosity, and responsible use of emerging technologies throughout the university community. The Artificial Intelligence (AI) Program Manager plays a central role in advancing TRUs HorAIzon initiative, a university-wide initiative that aims to strengthen TRUs leadership in applied and responsible AI. The AI Program Manager will be responsible for building a unified, skills-based approach to AI learning across the institution. To accomplish this, they will work with key partners such as CELT, the Library, IT, P&C, IPE and more to design, coordinate, and evaluate a comprehensive pan institutional program that supports campus. This position provides both strategic leadership and handson program management. The AI Program Manager is responsible for transforming the current strategy outline, developing a multilayered scaffolding model for AI learning, and fostering community-driven learning opportunities that build confidence, capability, and responsible AI practice across TRU. MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES Project and Change Management Responsible for the implementation plan for assigned AI initiatives, ensuring timelines, deliverables, and performance indicators are met. Translate strategic priorities into actionable project plans with clear sequencing, scope, and resource requirements. Monitor progress, identify risks, and adapt plans as necessary. Offer coaching, facilitation, and communication to support organizational readiness and change adoption. Strategic AI Program Design and Leadership Enhance the current AI workshops and training programs into a comprehensive, scalable plan aligned to TRU HorAIzon. Partner with key stakeholders to design, build and land a pan-institutional AI learning approach that is impactful and increases TRU community''s comfort with AI. Support TRU HorAIzon leadership by conducting environmental scanning and best practice analysis to inform AI program development Expand AI Capacity on Campus Collaborate with key partners to design and implement a robust suite of learning programs, including (and not limited to): Foundational and advanced AI capability pathways. Community office hours. Identify creative ways to support and scale AI learning both by leveraging existing tools and services and making recommendations on new resources for campus. Partner with the Library to continue growing The Collaboratory into a vibrant space of safe AI experimentation and learning Partnership, Coordination and Engagement Coordinate AI learning efforts across campus units to help remove duplication and improve efficiency. Build strong relationships with academic and administrative units on campus to understand needs, priorities, and emerging opportunities. Establish metrics, success indicators, and ongoing evaluation mechanisms for AI learning and development programs. Engage cross institutional stakeholders to ensure broad participation and adoption of AI. Community Building and Communication Build a culture of curiosity, responsible experimentation, and continuous learning around AI. Develop and implement communication strategies to promote AI learning and development initiatives. Facilitate community conversations and feedback loops to keep AI programming relevant and responsive. REPORTS TO Special Advisor to the President on Artificial Intelligence QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS Education and Experience Masters degree in a related discipline or an equivalent combination of education and experience with an emphasis on project management. Minimum 2 years experience with program management, project management or management consulting. Interest in AI and a willingness to learn about AI tools required; experience working with AI is an asset. Knowledge and Skills Strong communication skills, both written and verbal. Ability to build community and trust across people from a variety of backgrounds. Strong project management capabilities including planning, organizing, problem solving, and managing competing priorities. Experience developing, coordinating and facilitating training programs. Ability to collect and synthesize information and present insights clearly. Ability to navigate complex academic environments and build collaborative relationships. Creative, resourceful, and able to leverage existing systems to deliver innovative learning solutions. Pay Band: $87,001.00 - $99,151.00 (Admin Pay Band BH) Diversity and Inclusion Commitment: Thompson Rivers University is strongly committed to hiring based on merit with a focus on fostering diversity of thought within our community. We welcome those who would contribute to the further diversification of our staff, our faculty and its scholarship including, but not limited to, women, Indigenous, Black and People of Colour, persons with disabilities and persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity. Please note that all qualified candidates are encouraged to apply, however applications from Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. #J-18808-Ljbffr