Experiential Learning Coordinator

Primary Purpose: The primary purpose of this position is to provide effective leadership and management of the RBC Learn to Work, and Work to Learn program, and coordinate the related industry engagement, career education and industry outreach activities. Additionally, the role holder will contribute to advancing skill development through experiential learning institutionally, connecting and contributing to projects and initiatives in this area.  

This position reports to the Manager, Career Services. The RBC Career Peer Educator reports to this position. 

Nature of the Work: The Experiential Learning Coordinator exercises a high level of discretionary decision-making and judgment. The ability to advance projects in alignment with institutional goals and objectives is essential. This position is required to establish and maintain a high level of professional relationships amongst a wide stakeholder group that supports excellent collaboration and problem-solving, and establishes personal credibility both internal and external to the university. The work is complex, requiring creativity, close attention to detail and quality of work, and the need to collaborate with the unit and across the institution whilst balancing stakeholder interests. A particular focus will be to increase industry engagement amongst participating colleges and improve participation in undergraduate and graduate student experiential development and education. This position has a strong impact on the credibility and profile of the institution and the TLSE. Some travel, evening and weekend work may be required. 

Accountabilities: 

Industry and Student Outreach and Engagement 

• With Career Services colleagues, coordinates the RBC Learn to Work, and Work to Learn program:
• Builds relationships with RBC Learn to Work, Work to Learn college partners to ensure a common vision for the program and agreed commitments to enable successful execution of the course and associated activities.
• Coordinates the work experience course with applicable instructor(s).
• Ensures program expectations and objectives are communicated to students, instructors and industry partners.
• Liaisons with college-based career and student service professionals on various initiatives.
• Coordinates program delivery and promotion, including development and communication of on-line resources.
• Ensures academic interests and needs, along with support necessary for program and student success, are identified.
• Develops, coordinates, promotes and facilitates career education workshops, seminars and industry events as described in the RBC Learn to Work, Work to Learn program.
• Collaborates with the Career Services Event and Communications Specialist and the RBC Career Peer Educator to develop and maintain appropriate social media promotions and web content.
• Identifies industry and student interests and needs, along with supports necessary for program and student success.

Institutional and Stakeholder Collaboration and Communications 

• Works closely with the RBC Learn to Work, and Work to Learn steering committee.
• Develops strong working relationships with various key stakeholder groups (i.e. industry partners, alumni, college-based career and student service professionals, professional associations, student groups, etc.) across all colleges involved in the program.
• Ensures effective working relationships are developed and maintained with industry organizations, student groups and other career-focused and student support units on campus.
• Participate in university-level committees as identified to be appropriate.
• Provides timely response to stakeholder concerns.

Experiential Learning and Career Education 

• Develop a strong practical and theoretical knowledge of experiential learning and share expertise within Career Services and across the institution.
• Lead the development and expansion of experiential learning opportunities, resources and programs within Career Services.
• Contribute to conversations and initiatives to create and foster an institutional culture that values, supports and promotes skills development through experiential learning.
• Work with Career Services team to develop, support and deliver programming and resources that align with Career Services’ strategic direction.
• Undertake personal and professional development activities to increase one’s knowledge of career and employment, and to advance one’s career education skills.
• Undertake other activities, as may be delegated from time to time, in support of Career Services and TLSE goals and priorities.

General 

• Ensure programming undertaken is aligned with and advancing intended institutional, college and student outcomes.
• Assists in developing and manages annual budgets for the program and initiatives to ensure cost-effective use of resources.
• Ensures work is completed within established deadlines, by understanding all required deadlines, effectively setting work priorities and collaborating with others as needed.
• Ensures that all reporting and evaluation requirements are completed in a timely fashion and submitted according to program requirements.
• Ensures applicable co-curricular record administration work is undertaken by colleges.
• Supports equity, diversity and inclusion (EDI) within Career Services and advances and champions EDI in all programming.
• Assisting with the day-to-day front-line interactions when necessary.

Education: An undergraduate University degree. An equivalent level of education and experience may be considered. 

Experience: 3-5 years of directly related experience with a demonstrated progression in level of responsibilities. Experience working with industry is preferred. Experience with teaching and curriculum development is an asset, ideally in higher education. Knowledge of the University of Saskatchewan and familiarity with Career Services is an asset. Experience working with Indigenous communities or environments is an asset.  

Skills: 

• Strong organizational and planning skills are required.
• Strong collaboration skills and capacity to work in partnership with others and other institutional units.
• Thorough understanding of communications principles and strategies, proven experience in applying them and achieving results in a complex environment.
• Thorough understanding of engagement principles, strategies, and proven experience in application.
• Proven ability to develop programs, conduct market research, analyze results and turn recommendations into action.
• Experience in planning, coordinating and managing special events in varying size.
• Understanding of mass engagement and loyalty building, with familiarity with CRMs (customer relations management tools).
• Highly effective interpersonal communications, has the capacity to build consensus and maintain positive relationships with a wide range of stakeholders, exercising diplomacy, judgment and tact, and to act confidentially and with cultural sensitivity.
• Solid ability to write in a compelling manner to convey effectively key messages to a variety of audiences.
• Demonstrated strong leadership, analytical and organizational skills, including the effective planning and management of multiple projects, able to adjust to changing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and oral.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively, self-motivated and reliable.
• Ability to problem-solve, think and act strategically and creatively.
• Proficiency in contemporary computer applications and knowledge of social media and website platforms.
• Challenges self and others to achieve desired results, recognizes opportunities and follows through on them; draws on a variety of resources and services to support these efforts.
• Models a high standard of performance and outcomes; understand and appreciates diversity.

Inquiries regarding this position can be directed to Kimberly Matheson, Manager, Career Services at kim.matheson@usask.ca or 306-966-5093.

Department: Career Services

Status: Term 14 months maternity leave replacement of up to 18 months

Employment Group: ASPA
Full Time Equivalent (FTE): 1.0

Salary: The salary range, based on 1.0 FTE, is $64,107.00 – 100,169.00 per annum. The starting salary will be commensurate with education and experience.

Salary Family (if applicable): Specialist Professional

Salary Phase/Band: Phase 2

Posted Date: 9/16/2022

Closing Date: 9/29/2022

Number of Openings: 1
Work Location: May be eligible for hybrid work under the terms of USask’s Alternative Workspace Guidelines

The successful applicant will be required to provide the following current verification(s) where ‘Yes’ is indicated below. Further information is available at: https://careers.usask.ca/tips-for-applying.php

Criminal Record Check: Not Applicable
Driver’s License and Abstract Check: Not Applicable
Education/Credential Verification: Not Applicable
Vulnerable Sector Check: Not Applicable

Please review the University of Saskatchewan’s health and safety requirements for faculty, staff andstudents in consideration of the COVID-19 pandemic.

The University believes equity, diversity, and inclusion strengthen the community and enhance excellence, innovation and creativity. We are dedicated to recruiting individuals who will enrich our work and learning environments. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, in accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority. We are committed to providing accommodations to those with a disability or medical necessity. If you require an accommodation in order to participate in the recruitment process, please notify us and we will work together on the accommodation request. The University of Saskatchewan’s main campus is situated on Treaty 6 Territory and the Homeland of the Métis. We pay our respects to the First Nations and Métis ancestors of this place and reaffirm our relationship with one another. Together, we are uplifting Indigenization to a place of prominence at the University of Saskatchewan.