Posted 9 days ago
Manager - Centre for Community Workforce Development (Terrace)
@ Coast Mountain College
Terrace, British Columbia
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Overview
Coast Mountain College is hiring a full-time Manager for its Centre for Community Workforce Development in Terrace, reporting to the Dean. The role provides strategic and operational leadership for workforce training and contract training programs, including budgets, staff supervision, quality assurance and community partnerships. Salary is $117,138 annually under Management Salary Grid Level 15, plus a comprehensive benefits package.
Responsibilities:
- Provide leadership and performance management for unionized staff
- Oversee planning and delivery of workforce and contract training programs
- Build partnerships with Indigenous communities, employers and government
- Manage budgets, financial reporting and contract compliance
- Lead quality assurance, program review and policy development
Requirements summary:
- Master's or Bachelor's degree in business, commerce, public administration or related field
- Three to five years of progressive leadership in workforce development or continuing education
- Experience leading unionized teams and employee relations
- Experience and interest in working with Indigenous learners and communities
- Excellent written, verbal and cross-cultural communication skills
- PMP certification an asset
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-11-04
- First seen by our source
- 2026-11-14
- Source record updated
- 2026-11-14
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Job details
| Seniority | Manager |
| Department | Business operations |
| Experience | 3+ years |
| Management experience | 3+ years |
| Manages people | Yes |
| Hours per week | 40 (estimated) |
| Work setting | Office |
| Position | Mostly sitting |
| Physical demands | physical low · computer high |
| Licences & certifications | PMP |
| Encouraged to apply | Indigenous peoples |
| Education | Master’s degree (preferred), Bachelor’s degree (required) |
| Fields of study | Business Administration, Commerce, Public Administration |
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Coast Mountain College
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 8 |
Job description
Job Description And Duties
Coast Mountain College (CMTN) invites applications for a full-time Manager – Centre for Community Workforce Development (CCWD). Salary will be in accordance with the Management Salary Grid, Level 15: $117,138 annually, plus a comprehensive benefits package.
Reporting to the Dean of the Centre for Community Workforce Development, the Manager provides strategic and operational leadership for the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of workforce training programs and contract training initiatives.
The Manager is responsible for the overall performance of the department, including operational planning, budget and resource management, policy development and implementation, quality assurance, staff leadership, and stakeholder engagement. Working closely with CCWD staff, Finance, Human Resources, academic leadership, and community partners, the Manager ensures programs are delivered effectively, efficiently, and in alignment with institutional goals and community workforce needs.
Key Responsibilities
With deep experience in the complexities of the post-secondary system and communities, the Manager is an inclusive leader, with a “can do” mindset and a sense of adventure and integrity that reflect CMTN’s mission to be the college of choice for place based, experiential learning. Experience and interest in working with Indigenous learners and communities is required.
The ideal candidate will possess the following qualifications and experience:
Application information
To apply to this role, please send a cover letter detailing which of the 94 Calls to Action you see this role best positioned to champion institutionally along with an up-to-date resume. Additional application materials will not be viewed at this time.
Please send applications, quoting competition #26.124M to: Coast Mountain College, Human Resources, Email: [email protected]
Coast Mountain College is committed to fostering an inclusive, diverse, equitable, accessible, and intercultural environment where all students, employees, and community members feel safe, valued, and supported. We recognize the historic and ongoing barriers faced by Indigenous Peoples and other equity-deserving groups and are committed to addressing these challenges through meaningful action, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
Individuals who anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application process, may contact HR in confidence, prior to the closing date.
All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents of Canada will be given priority.
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Closing date
November 20, 2026
Competition number
26.124M
Job status
Open
Posting type
Administrative/Management
Audience
Open to both internal and external candidates
Department
Coast Mountain College (CMTN) invites applications for a full-time Manager – Centre for Community Workforce Development (CCWD). Salary will be in accordance with the Management Salary Grid, Level 15: $117,138 annually, plus a comprehensive benefits package.
Reporting to the Dean of the Centre for Community Workforce Development, the Manager provides strategic and operational leadership for the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of workforce training programs and contract training initiatives.
The Manager is responsible for the overall performance of the department, including operational planning, budget and resource management, policy development and implementation, quality assurance, staff leadership, and stakeholder engagement. Working closely with CCWD staff, Finance, Human Resources, academic leadership, and community partners, the Manager ensures programs are delivered effectively, efficiently, and in alignment with institutional goals and community workforce needs.
Key Responsibilities
- Leadership: Provide leadership, supervision, and performance management for unionized staff while fostering a collaborative, accountable, and service-focused team culture.
- Program Operations and Service Delivery: Oversee the planning, administration, and delivery of workforce and contract training programs, ensuring effective processes, stakeholder collaboration, and a positive student experience.
- Partnerships and Community Engagement: Build and sustain strategic partnerships with Indigenous communities, employers, industry, government, and community stakeholders to support workforce development priorities.
- Financial and Operations Management: Manage budgets, resources, financial reporting, and contract compliance to ensure the effective and responsible use of College resources.
- Policy, Compliance and Quality Assurance: Lead quality assurance, program review, policy development, and compliance activities to maintain high standards and continuous improvement.
- Technology & Systems Coordination: Provide oversight of operational systems and technologies while driving innovation, process improvement, and service excellence.
With deep experience in the complexities of the post-secondary system and communities, the Manager is an inclusive leader, with a “can do” mindset and a sense of adventure and integrity that reflect CMTN’s mission to be the college of choice for place based, experiential learning. Experience and interest in working with Indigenous learners and communities is required.
The ideal candidate will possess the following qualifications and experience:
- A Master’s degree in Business Administration, Commerce, Public Administration, or a related field;
- A Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or a related field and PMP certification would be considered;
- Three to five (5) years of progressive leadership experience in workforce development, continuing education, or related sectors;
- Experience leading unionized teams, managing employee relations matters, and overseeing departmental operations in a complex environment;
- Strong organizational, analytical, and problem‑solving skills;
- Excellent written, verbal, and cross-cultural communication skills;
- Familiarity with educational programming, adult learning environments, or community‑based training is an asset;
- Proficiency with administrative and learning technologies;
- Demonstrated knowledge of and experience in mitigating the barriers and challenges faced by at-risk and Indigenous students in accessing post-secondary education;
- Demonstrated ability to support others in achieving a common goal and establishing a positive work environment; and
- Familiar with experiential, place-based education is an asset.
Application information
To apply to this role, please send a cover letter detailing which of the 94 Calls to Action you see this role best positioned to champion institutionally along with an up-to-date resume. Additional application materials will not be viewed at this time.
Please send applications, quoting competition #26.124M to: Coast Mountain College, Human Resources, Email: [email protected]
Coast Mountain College is committed to fostering an inclusive, diverse, equitable, accessible, and intercultural environment where all students, employees, and community members feel safe, valued, and supported. We recognize the historic and ongoing barriers faced by Indigenous Peoples and other equity-deserving groups and are committed to addressing these challenges through meaningful action, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
Individuals who anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application process, may contact HR in confidence, prior to the closing date.
All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents of Canada will be given priority.
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Closing date
November 20, 2026
Competition number
26.124M
Job status
Open
Posting type
Administrative/Management
Audience
Open to both internal and external candidates
Department
- Workforce Training & Contract Services
- Terrace
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