Working at the AIBC
The AIBC strives for institutional excellence and our team is committed to the vision of building public confidence and excellence in architectural practice. Our institutional values are inclusive, proactive, open, ethical and service-oriented, and we strive to uphold the highest standards of practice.
Our team works to foster a welcoming, progressive, innovative and respectful working environment, and we look for self-motivated and professional individuals who are motivated by important and challenging work. In addition to a collegial and rewarding work environment, we offer a comprehensive total rewards package, work-life balance and a central downtown location.
If you are interested in joining our team, please consult the available positions below.
Current Career Opportunities
Director, Registration and Licensing
From coast to coast to coast, the Architectural Institute of British Columbia (“AIBC”) is grateful to live, learn and work on the traditional and ancestral territories of the Indigenous Peoples who have been and continue to be the stewards of the land. The AIBC head office is located on xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), and səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh) nations lands, in Coast Salish Territory.
The AIBC is seeking a Director, Registration and Licensing to join our dedicated and high-performing team. Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer & Registrar, this permanent, full-time position is an exciting opportunity for a regulatory professional who is passionate about advancing registration and licensing programs for architectural professionals in the province of British Columbia. The successful candidate will be responsible for the oversight of all registration and licensing activities, ensuring alignment with the Strategic Plan, Board Policy, and the AIBC’s mandate and vision. This role is well suited for a collaborative and highly organized professional who excels at balancing strategic priorities and is motivated by contributing to the regulation of the profession in the public interest.
About Us
The AIBC is a professional regulator with the mandate to regulate the profession of architecture in British Columbia in the interest of the public. The AIBC was established in 1920 by provincial statute, and since 2023, has governed the profession under the authority of the Professional Governance Act. The AIBC provides flexible working arrangements and has adopted a hybrid working environment where most staff split their time between the AIBC offices and working remotely. Our dog-friendly office is located in a heritage building in downtown Vancouver, and near a variety of excellent cultural, restaurant and commuter options.
About the Role
As a member of the management team, the Director, Registration and Licensing serves a key leadership role in guiding, upholding, and overseeing the standards of registration for architects, associates, architectural firms, and temporary licensees in British Columbia. The position ensures that operational protocols meet the regulatory requirements under the Professional Governance Act and other statutory obligations, adhere to Board policy, and comply with inter-jurisdictional registration and mobility agreements at the provincial, national, and international level.
The core responsibilities include:
- Direct the development and improvement of departmental policies, procedures and systems through research, interpretation and preparation of proposals, and project management
- Provide leadership and oversight for registration and licensing standard pathways to registration
- Liaise with regulatory counterparts in Canada and the USA, as well as internationally through the Regulatory Organizations of Architecture in Canada (ROAC), its committees, and the Canadian Architectural Certification Board (CACB)
- Act as the Senior Staff Representative (SSR) for the statutory Credentials Committee including agenda-setting, preparing submissions and reports, crafting motions, providing advice on registration and licensing issues, and supporting their decision-making process
- Prepare registration and licensing related recommendations, compliance reporting, policy and strategic submissions and communication updates for the Board
- Serve as the primary internal and external resource regarding AIBC registration under the Mutual Recognition Agreement (“MRA”) programs
- Serve as the primary internal and external resource for enquiries regarding the alternative qualifications programs (such as the Broadly Experience Foreign Trained Architect (BEFA) program, and Broadly Experience Architect (BEA) program)
- Provide advice and subject matter expertise to management and the Board in ensuring that registration and licensing strategies, plans and supporting activities are consistent with the AIBC’s mandate and vision
- Monitor the progress of operational plans and protocols, coordinating actions to ensure timelines are met and facilitating adaptive measures to streamline workflow
About You
We are seeking an experienced professional who brings a forward-thinking leadership orientation, with a long-term perspective focused on sustainability, continuous improvement, and experience providing high-quality policy and program advice.
Specifically, we are looking for a professional with:
- A recognized university degree in public policy, public administration and governance, business administration, administrative law, or a related field
- Master’s in Public Policy (MPP), Master of Business Administration (MBA), or Master of Arts (MA), an asset
- 7+ years of management experience, with at least 5 years at the mid-to-senior management level
- Extensive knowledge of the governance of self-regulating professions in Canada, including expectations for transparency, fairness and accountability
- Confident, experienced senior manager with a strong track record in developing, implementing, maintaining, and supervising a broad range of policies and programs
- Knowledge of relevant current and emerging regulatory and/or reciprocity issues and trends, an asset
- Exceptional and articulate written and verbal communication skills
- A collaborator, recognized for partnering with other departments to advocate for courses of action that advance the mission of the organization
- Ability to focus on results, deliver consistently, follow through on commitments, and manage priorities, and ability to coach and model to others to do the same
Compensation and Benefits
We offer a collaborative culture, flexible work arrangements, meaningful work, and the opportunity to make a lasting organizational impact.
- Starting salary range: $128,000–$161,000 annually
- Four weeks of vacation to start
- Membership in the Public Service Pension Plan
- Extended health and dental coverage
- Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP)
- Subsidized transit pass
- Hybrid work environment
- Dog-friendly office in downtown Vancouver (heritage building)
How to Apply
If you are interested in joining us, please apply here and provide your cover letter and resume describing why you are a good fit for this position, and how your knowledge and experience will contribute to our success. This position will remain open until filled.
Due to an expected high volume of applications, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Please note that testing and assessments may be included as part of the later stages in this recruitment process.
To support a work environment that reflects inclusion, innovation, and the diversity of our communities, women, Indigenous Peoples, racialized individuals, persons of diverse gender identity or expression, persons with disabilities, and others who may wish to enthusiastically contribute to the work of the AIBC, are encouraged to apply.
Please let us know if you require accommodation during any stage of the recruitment process.
Collection Notice:
The information in your application is collected under the authority of Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act c.165, s.26, and will be used to process your employment application. If you have questions about the collection and use of this information, please contact the AIBC’s People Operations department by phone at 604.683.8588 or by email at hr@aibc.ca. As a public body under the provisions of the Freedom of Information and Protection and Privacy Act, the AIBC provides security and confidentiality of your personal information.
Manager, People Operations
From coast to coast to coast, the Architectural Institute of British Columbia (“AIBC”) is grateful to live, learn and work on the traditional and ancestral territories of the Indigenous Peoples who have been and continue to be the stewards of the land. The AIBC head office is located on xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), and səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh) nations lands, in Coast Salish Territory.
The AIBC is seeking a Manager, People Operations to join our dedicated and high-performing team. Reporting to the Chief Administrative Officer (CAO), this permanent, full-time position is an exciting opportunity for an experienced HR leader who is passionate about people, organizational effectiveness, and continuous improvement. The successful candidate will provide leadership across the employee and volunteer lifecycle, office operations, and organizational development initiatives. This role is well suited to a collaborative professional who enjoys balancing strategy with hands-on execution and is motivated by contributing to professional regulation in the public interest.
About Us
The AIBC is a professional regulator with the mandate to regulate the profession of architecture in British Columbia in the interest of the public. The AIBC was established in 1920 by provincial statute, and since 2023, has governed the profession under the authority of the Professional Governance Act. The AIBC provides flexible working arrangements and has adopted a hybrid working environment where most staff split their time between the AIBC offices and working remotely. Our dog-friendly office is located in a heritage building in downtown Vancouver, and near a variety of excellent cultural, restaurant and commuter options.
About the Role
As a member of the management team, the Manager, People Operations provides leadership for the People Operations department and oversees the organization’s human resources function, office operations, volunteer program, and change management initiatives. Working closely with the CAO, the Manager ensures people programs, systems, and practices support organizational effectiveness, employee engagement, and the AIBC’s strategic priorities.
The core responsibilities include:
- Design and deliver people programs and initiatives that align with the AIBC’s mission, values, and organizational objectives while fostering positive employee and volunteer experiences;
- Optimizing programs and policies, systems, metrics and processes across people operations, to support organizational performance and facilitate strong team engagement;
- Managing the full employee lifecycle from start to finish including recruitment, performance management, development, retention, and recognition;
- Managing the AIBC Volunteer Program, in close collaboration with Departmental Staff Representatives, including recruitment, performance, development and recognition of volunteers;
- Managing AIBC office operations to provide a safe, productive, and efficient workplace and systems for all staff;
- Advancing training and development, performance planning and management, safety and health programs, and team engagement initiatives and events;
- Ensuring compliance with employment, work safety and privacy legislation and best practices; and
- Championing Equity, Diversity and Inclusion at the AIBC and fostering a positive, productive, welcoming, healthy and safe workplace for all staff and volunteers.
About You
We are seeking an experienced and motivated people leader who thrives in collaborative environments and is excited to make a meaningful impact through strategic and operational human resources leadership.
Specifically, we are looking for a professional with:
- A university degree in a relevant field; or a diploma in Human Resources from a recognized post-secondary institution, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
- Chartered Professional in Human Resources (CPHR) designation
- 5+ years of progressive human resources experience, including direct supervision of staff, team leadership, and responsibility for HR programs and initiatives
- Experience in organizational needs analysis, change management, optimizing technology and business processes to drive efficiency
- Experience in program creation and delivery, HR project management, policy work and implementation of standard operating procedures
- Experience with BambooHR is considered an asset
- Affinity for building connections, trust and shared meaning with diverse individuals and groups
- Sound judgment, and ability to act with tact when dealing with sensitive or confidential matters
- Exceptional communication skills (verbal, written, and presentation)
- Highly organized and proactive, with a solutions-oriented mindset, strong attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively
- Knowledge of, or experience in, the regulatory sector is considered an asset
Compensation and Benefits
We offer a collaborative culture, flexible work arrangements, meaningful work, and the opportunity to make a lasting organizational impact.
- Starting salary range: $97,000–$122,000 annually
- Four weeks of vacation to start
- Membership in the Public Service Pension Plan
- Extended health and dental coverage
- Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP)
- Subsidized transit pass
- Hybrid work environment
- Dog-friendly office in downtown Vancouver (heritage building)
How to Apply
If you are interested in joining us, please apply here and provide your cover letter and resume describing why you are a good fit for this position, and how your knowledge and experience will contribute to our success. This position will remain open until filled.
Due to an expected high volume of applications, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Please note that testing and assessments will be included as part of the later stages in this recruitment process.
To support a work environment that reflects inclusion, innovation, and the diversity of our communities, women, Indigenous Peoples, racialized individuals, persons of diverse gender identity or expression, persons with disabilities, and others who may wish to enthusiastically contribute to the work of the AIBC, are encouraged to apply.
Please let us know if you require accommodation during any stage of the recruitment process.
Collection Notice:
The information in your application is collected under the authority of Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act c.165, s.26, and will be used to process your employment application. If you have questions about the collection and use of this information, please contact the AIBC’s People Operations department by phone at 604.683.8588 or by email at hr@aibc.ca. As a public body under the provisions of the Freedom of Information and Protection and Privacy Act, the AIBC provides security and confidentiality of your personal information.
AIBC Contact
If you would like additional information about career opportunities at the AIBC, please contact our People Operations department at hr@aibc.ca.