AI Integration & Automation Specialist

Collingwood School is a gender-inclusive day school located on two campuses in West Vancouver vision is socially responsible students pursuing passions for a better world. We are committed to contributing positively to our local and global communities environmental stewardship and supporting the wellbeing and inclusion of all people. Through the pursuit of passions students will find their unique purpose in the Collingwood we seek faculty and staff who work together to ensure everyone feels a sense of belonging. We are a vibrant community of passionate educators and learners dedicated to excellence and continuous improvement. We live our values of courage curiosity and community to be in service of others and who are inspired by our mission to inspire and support young people for meaningful lives. Be part of inspiring students to pursue their passions for a better are committed to advancing equity diversity and inclusion within our community and to fostering a barrier-free workplace. We encourage applications from all qualified candidates including Indigenous Peoples Black people people of colour persons with disabilities and individuals of all genders gender identities and sexual orientations including members of the 2SLGBTQ recognizes that diversity enriches our learning environment and strengthens our ability to support and inspire students. We welcome candidates who will contribute to the diversity of perspectives experiences and backgrounds within our school community. Accommodation is available to applicants throughout the recruitment and hiring process. If you require accommodation please contact us and we will work with you to meet your needs in accordance with applicable are looking for an AI Integration & Automation Specialist to join our IT Department. The AI Integration & Automation Specialist is an intermediate-level role responsible for identifying and implementing Artificial Intelligence solutions and cross-platform integrations to modernize school operations. Reporting to the Director of IT this role will focus on the administrative departments to streamline and automate manual tasks and eliminate data addition this position will lead a dedicated taskforce to modernize administrative operations identify areas of opportunity to improve operational efficiency and develop AI solutions to enhance staff productivity. This individual will also develop a professional development framework designed to upskill staff AI competencies and encourage the responsible use of AI. The successful candidate will have a proven track record of integrating AI and tailoring AI tools to meet the needs of various departments and show an eagerness to lead and empower others to become AI proficient users. This role is a twoyear contract beginning September 21 2026 with the possibility of an extension or transition into a permanent Prioritization & GovernanceCollaborate with the Director of IT to prioritize initiatives based on operational benefits technical feasibility and alignment with school and lead an AI & Automation data integrity and maintain proper access controls to data and potential data security risks and collaborate with the Director of IT to develop mitigation as a subject matter expert working with system data and process owners to determine implement test and pilot solutions for the prioritized a framework to prioritize projects based on impact cost and a plan to implement projects to support our operational efficiency the ability to distinguish between AI as a foundational technology (LLMs NLP ML) and third-party AI tools ensuring the school invests in robust technology rather than redundant or superficial ongoing review and operational guidance of AI Optimization & AutomationIdentify manual administrative processes and develop AI-driven tools to automate workflows specifically targeting efficiencies within the Business Office with staff to identify areas where automation will enhance work and create an intake pipeline for administrative efficiency established change management concepts to ensure the successful adoption of technology and AI-driven Integration & Data InteroperabilityImplement methods to connect data between disparate school platforms (e.g. SIS ERP) automating tasks that span multiple departments or operations data connections between platforms are encrypted for secure data proper documentation of workflows and end-user Training & Professional DevelopmentFacilitate targeted professional development sessions for operations staff moving beyond general AI literacy to specific task-based automation an internal Admin AI Toolkita curated library of approved prompts and tools appropriate for operational measurable learning metrics to assess the effectiveness and impact of professional development and implement progressive skill development in AI training for all with operations staff to identify real-world opportunities for AI to automate manual advantage of professional development opportunities to support organizational qualifications35 years of experience in systems integration business operations or a related technical field. This is an intermediate-level degree in Computer Science Information Systems Business Administration or an equivalent combination of education and professional understanding of automation middleware (e.g. Zapier uiPath Power Automate Workspace Studio) API connectivity (Webhooks JSON) and Generative AI entitled to work in CanadaOur Must HavesRespect dignity and inclusion for all members of the communityCollaborative mind-set and courageous approach to adversityDemonstrated communications skills (oral and written)Creative out-of-the-box thinkerFlexible and adaptable and embraces changeProven work ethic with utmost integrityEnthusiasm eagerness and genuine interest in all aspects of the schools successSelf-awareness with a desire for constant self-improvement (goal-oriented)We offer professional development opportunities competitive salaries a generous benefits package including extended health and dental coverage Personal Days access to an Employee and Family Assistance Plan and access to a health spending account health and wellness initiatives along with one of the most beautiful locations in Canada to work!The hiring range for this position is $90066 to $112608. Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications will be placed at or near the minimum salary level while those with additional experience and demonstrated skills will be placed at or near the midpoint which reflects the higher end of the range. Please contact our Human Resources department at for questions or further clarification regarding the salary start here. If this role is a good fit we would love to hear from you! Please submit a cover letter detailing your suitability for the position along with your resume including three employment references by July 20 you are currently employed at an ISABC school please note that we follow the ISABC Guiding Principles as part of our hiring sincerely thank all applicants for your interest; however only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Please visit our website for more information about our school.