Experiential Learning Coordinator, Undergraduate Science Centre, Faculty of Science

Position Overview

The Undergraduate Science Centre in the Faculty of Science is currently seeking a Full-time Regular Experiential Learning Coordinator .

Reporting to the Manager, Undergraduate Science Centre, the Experiential Learning Coordinator works closely with the Associate Dean, Teaching, Learning and with Student Engagement staff across the university to develop high quality, contextualized programming to enrich the student experience for all science students. These programs include supporting various student clubs and organizations, creating stand-alone student engagement activities or workshops, and facilitating supports for experiential learning (e.g. experiential learning mapping). The Experiential Learning Coordinator will evaluate the effectiveness of current student engagement initiatives, gather and provide feedback on student engagement programming, and continually update programming to maintain alignment with Faculty goals.

The Experiential Learning Coordinator will work 35 hours per week and is part of the Alberta Union of Provincial Employees (AUPE).

Position Description

Summary of Key Responsibilities (job functions include but are not limited to):

• Coordinates and facilitates Faculty of Science review processes that connect to student learning (e.g. experiential learning mapping) by defining milestones, monitoring progress, and reporting
• Supports teaching, learning and student engagement in implementing and managing student experience programming in alignment with institutional and Faculty of Science strategic plans
• Recruits, supervises and manages teams of Science Ambassadors and other student volunteers
• Works with Student and Marketing Events Coordinator to recruit and coordinate Science student volunteers (e.g. Science Squad Program) for faculty events and special projects
• Communicates effectively with departments, program, and Faculty staff on student experience initiatives and programming, collaborating with other student services providers (i.e. Alumni Services, LSE, Scholars Academy, Wellness Centre, etc.) on activities for student enrichment.
• Creates, implements, and maintains a plan for communicating student activities across different media platforms (e.g. invitations, flyers, social media, electronic newsletters, posters) that meets university branding guidelines and fits with overall Faculty of Science communication plans
• Coordinates the Student Experience fund (IDEAS Fund)
• Collates and aggregate data collected from undergraduate engagement projects.
• Develops and completes program evaluations for student success initiatives; includes gathering and maintaining student experience feedback (e.g. feedback from program participants)
• Manages program growth predictions and program sustainability for the Faculty of Science
• Maintains the Science Experiences module in Orbis
• Collaborates with the Taylor Institute, Office of Institutional Analysis, and the Provost Office to ensure alignment with institutional guidelines and standards

Qualifications / Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) required
• Minimum 5 years of student services, student affairs or student engagement experience is required
• Experience working in a large, dynamic team with proven personal effectiveness and productivity is required
• Ability to successfully handle serving large numbers of students with a constructive approach and responsive attention to detail
• Requires strong communication skills, including strong written and oral communication, in one-on-one and in group settings
• Project Management experience is required, with experience in developing and implementing a student mentorship program or other student engagement programs an asset
• In-depth knowledge on how to create online supports, recruitment, and communication materials for programs.
• Ability to build relationships to accomplish goals with diverse groups within and outside of the Faculty of Science is essential
• Required computer skills include: Orbis (or similar platform); MS Office 365 including Word, Outlook, PowerPoint and Excel, as well as Teams, OneDrive, Sharepoint
• Requires the ability to work under pressure to meet strict and multiple timelines
• Knowledge of university policies and procedures associated with the portfolio supported is an asset.

Application Deadline: January 19, 2022

We would like to thank all applicants in advance for submitting their resumes. Please note, only those candidates chosen to continue on through the selection process will be contacted.

Additional Information

This position is part of the AUPE bargaining unit, and falls under the Specialist/Advisor Job Family, Phase III.

To find out more about management and staff opportunities at the University of Calgary and all we have to offer, view our Management and Staff Careers website. For more information about the Faculty of Science visit Careers in the Faculty of Science.

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About the University of Calgary

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