Manager, Digital Learning Strategy and Support
Full-Time Administration
Reporting to the Director, Teaching and Learning, the Manager, Digital Learning Strategy and Support contributes to Nipissing’s digital learning and teaching strategy and oversees support for high-quality eLearning and Extended Learning offerings. Using educational platforms that are supported by the university (including but not limited to the Learning Management System), the role develops and maintains both the conceptual and practical aspects of online, blended, and Extended Learning opportunities for students and community members, working with faculty and staff as well as (for Extended Learning) the community.
The Manager contributes to online program and course development (academic), identifying and developing new Extended Learning approaches and products (including micro-credentials). Responsibilities include managing staff, optimizing support models for university-owned platforms and experiments by faculty with classroom and online technologies and collaborating and supporting the ongoing development and maintenance of university owned online programs, courses and micro-credentials. This role is key to the success of the Academic Plan and Operational Plan emerging from the University’s strategic planning exercises, and to the successful implementation of the CTL mandate.
The successful candidate will hold a master’s degree in a relevant field (preferably Education or Technology‑Supported Education) and have at least five years of experience in technology‑enhanced learning, including management and staff supervision. Preference will be given to candidates who have completed, or are currently pursuing, a PhD in a related field such as Education with a focus on technology‑focused teaching and learning. Experience overseeing a Learning Management System (LMS) is considered an asset.
This position is classified at a salary level 6, with an annual wage range of $77,127 (Step 1) to $106,455 (Step 9). Placement within the range will be based on factors such as market conditions, internal equity, and the candidate’s relevant experience, skills, and qualifications.
A comprehensive group benefits and pension plan is offered, as well as a tuition subsidy for eligible dependents.
Please submit your letter of application in a single PDF document, via email to careers@nipissingu.ca by 4:00 p.m., March 27, 2026.
Hiring is subject to final budgetary approval. The search committee would like to thank all applications for their interest in Nipissing University. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply. Please note that only those candidates invited for an interview will be contacted.
Nipissing University is committed to employment equity and strongly encourages applications, which may include self-identification in a cover letter from Indigenous peoples, women, persons with disabilities, persons who identify as 2SLGBTQI+ and racialized minorities.
Nipissing University must gather information from applicants to determine eligibility to work in Canada. Please include a statement in your application to identify whether you are a Canadian Citizen, Permanent Resident or are otherwise legally eligible to work in Canada. The search committee would like to thank all applicants for their interest in Nipissing University.
Nipissing University will provide accommodation to ensure barrier-free employment in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. You can request accommodation at any stage of the hiring process. If you require an accommodation please contact Human Resources at access@nipissingu.ca.
