Graduate Program Assistant

3 weeks ago

Guelph, Canada University of Guelph Full time

Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features.OverviewLocation: Guelph, CA, N1G 2W1Primary Category Page: Staff and ManagementDivision: OAC Guelph CampusRequisition ID: 1961Department: Environmental SciencesPosition covered by the Collective Agreement with USW Local 4120Temporary full-time from 11/24/2025 to 12/18/2026Temporary Absence of the Regular IncumbentIf you are a current employee of the University of Guelph you must apply on the internal Career Page in order to be considered as an internal applicant.Career Opportunities (sapsf.com)Duties And ResponsibilitiesThe School of Environmental Science is a well-established academic unit in the Ontario Agricultural College, currently with over 170 full graduate students. Reporting to the Administrative Officer, the incumbent will be principally responsible for administering the various functions of the grad program. The incumbent will respond to initial inquiries from grad students, provide guidance to prospective students, and then administer the application process. Included in this will be transcript evaluations and prepping the full application file for review by the grad chair and grad committee. All completed and accepted applications will be processed by the grad program assistant in accordance with graduate studies polices and procedures. The incumbent will also give guidance and clarification to students during their exam processes, including qualifying exams for PhD candidates, Masters and PhD defenses. The incumbent will ensure the proper timing, completeness, organization of the required documents in addition to coordinating the exam committees. The incumbent will be responsible for activities relating to graduate funding, scholarships and other award support (including University, OAC, NSERC & OGS awards). The incumbent will be responsible for maintaining accurate records and statistics (including excel records) for all students in SES graduate programs. Other duties will include active participation in coordination of grad recruitment activities and materials, updating program details on the SES website, maintaining the grad listservs and supporting the graduate committee and grad program chair.Requirements2 years relevant work experience and a 2 year community college diploma. Candidates must demonstrate: initiative; attention to detail; strong organizational skills; working knowledge of email, Microsoft Office software (Excel); dependability; the ability to work effectively both independently and as a member of a team; strong written and oral communication skills; and the ability to prioritize tasks in a high volume time constrained environment. Required to have experience working in an academic department and specifically experience with Graduate programs.Employee Type: RegularPosition Number: 10131042Classification: USW, Local 4120 Salary: Band 4USW Local 4120 Wage GridAt the University of Guelph, fostering a culture of inclusion is an institutional imperative. The University invites and encourages applications from all qualified individuals, including from groups that are traditionally underrepresented in employment, who may contribute to further diversification of our Institution.Posting Date: 11/15/2025Closing Date: 11/22/2025We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI. #J-18808-Ljbffr

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