March 1, 2013
EDUCATION SPECIALIST (PROGRAM EVALUATION)
School of Social Work
(Part-Time Contractual Position to August 31, 2013)
(This position is located in Goose Bay, NL)
"The University will consider applications from qualified permanent staff who may be interested in a secondment, subject to departmental approval"
DUTIES
Reporting to the Evaluation Committee through the Chair of the IBSW Program, the successful applicant will play a key role in formulating an acceptable and feasible design, method and procedure to evaluate the implementation of, and results from a unique Inuit Bachelor of Social Work program. Duties include researching trends and best practices in educational program evaluation; working with the Evaluation Committee to develop a framework for the evaluation of the program; applying selected accreditation standards for BSW programs in Canada; developing and implementing reliable, valid program evaluation plans and tools; providing direction for program evaluation activities, processes, and timelines; reviewing program outcomes and interpreting and reporting internal and external evaluation data for program effectiveness including student-graduate performance; identifying and implementing program evaluation initiatives and improvements; liaising with faculty committees and administrative leaders regarding program evaluation planning activities, tools, and data collection methodologies and analysis; preparing evaluation reports; liaising with other schools and external agencies involved in program evaluation efforts; participating in external projects; and performing other related duties as required.
QUALIFICATIONS
Experience (3-5 years) in developing, implementing and evaluating curricula and completion of a PhD in Education; OR experience (5-10 years) in developing, implementing and evaluating curricula and completion of a Master's Degree in Education; or any equivalent combination of experience and training. A foundation of pedagogy and superior interpersonal and communication skills are required. This professional challenge will require the application of intelligence, innovation, creativity and passion. The successful candidate will be a leader who embraces challenges, solves problems and thinks progressively while remaining grounded.
SALARY $62,783 - $81,383 per annum (Management and Professional)
CLOSING DATE: March 8, 2013
COMPETITION NO. SWK-13-02
PLEASE NOTE: Applications are ONLY accepted from internal candidates by personal delivery (Room A-4023), internal mail, or by fax (709) 864-2700 and must be received by 5:00 pm NST on the competition closing date. Please submit an APPLICATION FOR PROMOTION OR TRANSFER and attach a cover letter and current resume. For further information concerning the above vacancy, or to obtain a copy of the application form, please visit us on the web at: www.mun.ca/humanres; or contact the Recruitment Office, Department of Human Resources, 4th Floor, Arts & Administration Building, phone 864-7403, or email recruitment@mun.ca.
All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority. Memorial University is strongly committed to employment equity and especially welcomes applications from all qualified candidates, including women, members of visible minorities, Aboriginal persons, members of sexual minorities and persons with disabilities.
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INSERTION: The Telegram & The Labradorian, Saturday, March 2, 2013
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