Vice President, Students & Community Engagement North Island College
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- Comox, BC
- Permanent
- Full-time
Division Office of the President
Department Office of the President
Supervisor Title President and CEO
Location Comox Valley(CV)
Posting Type Internal/External Posting
Position Status Regular
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Desired Start Date 07/02/2026
Position End Date (if temporary)
Weekly work schedule (please indicate the start and end times for each day of work)North Island College has partnered with Boyden Canada to support this recruitment. While this opportunity is posted on our careers page, all applications will be managed by our search partner.To be considered, please apply directly through Boyden at: .We thank all applicants for their interest in this position. Please note that Boyden Canada will only be in contact with those individuals moving forward.
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Pay Grade In accordance with BC's Pay Transparency Act, the expected compensation range for this role is $179,930 to $211,683, plus benefits and pension.
Position SummaryNorth Island College (NIC) is a publicly funded community college serving communities across northern Vancouver Island and the central coast of British Columbia. Established in 1975, the institution provides accessible post-secondary education, skills training and lifelong learning opportunities across a region spanning nearly 80,000 square kilometres. With campuses in the Comox Valley, Campbell River, Port Alberni and Port Hardy, as well as in-community and online delivery, NIC plays a vital role in expanding educational access in rural and coastal communities. Known for its student-centred approach, small class sizes and strong community partnerships, the college aligns its programs with regional workforce needs while advancing its mission to offer the best individualized education and training experience in British Columbia.Reporting to the President and serving as a key member of the senior leadership team, the Vice President, Students & Community Engagement provides strategic and operational leadership across a diverse portfolio focused on student success, enrolment management and community connection. The role oversees Student Affairs, the Office of the Registrar, Marketing & Future Students, Community & Public Affairs, and Student Housing, ensuring alignment of services that support recruitment, retention and an exceptional student experience. As the primary liaison with student leaders and the Student Union, the Vice President fosters a responsive, inclusive environment and contributes to institutional planning, including the development and execution of strategic and enrolment management priorities.The Vice President advances student success and wellness by ensuring high-quality programs and services aligned with NIC's mission and values, while overseeing budgeting, resource allocation and operational effectiveness across the portfolio. The role represents the College externally at provincial and national levels and strengthens relationships with community partners, supporting communications and engagement efforts, including the work of the NIC Foundation. As a people leader, the Vice President promotes a respectful, inclusive and high-performing culture, leading recruitment, performance management and staff development, and contributing to labour relations and continuous improvement.The ideal candidate is an experienced post-secondary leader with a proven record of senior leadership in a complex, unionized, multi-campus environment. They bring strong knowledge of the BC post-secondary system and expertise in enrolment management, student services and community engagement. A collaborative and visible leader, they build trust across diverse stakeholders and lead with empathy, integrity and transparency. This is a compelling opportunity to shape the student experience and strengthen community connections while enjoying an exceptional quality of life in the Comox Valley.North Island College has partnered with Boyden Canada to support this recruitment. While this opportunity is posted on our careers page, all applications will be managed by our search partner.To be considered, please apply directly through Boyden at: .We thank all applicants for their interest in this position. Please note that Boyden Canada will only be in contact with those individuals moving forward.
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Special Instructions to ApplicantNorth Island College has partnered with Boyden Canada to support this recruitment. While this opportunity is posted on our careers page, all applications will be managed by our search partner.To be considered, please apply directly through Boyden at: https://boyden.thriveapp.ly/job/3221Posting Detail InformationPosting Open Date 04/01/2026
Posting Close Date
Open Until Filled
Job DescriptionAdministration Regular
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Comox Valley Campus
2300 Ryan Rd.
Courtenay, BC, V9N 8N6
250-334-5000Human Resources:
careers@nic.bc.ca
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