Coordinator, Transition Programs

3 weeks ago


Surrey, Canada Kwantlen Polytechnic University Full time

Employee Group:
**Support Staff (BC General Employees Union)**
- Workplace Type:
**Hybrid**
- Hours of Work (BCGEU):
**8:30-4:30**
- # of openings:
**1**
- Hours Per Week (BCGEU):
**35**
- Pay Level:
**11 - BCGEU Pay Grid - $31.07 to $34.71 per hour**
- Days of Work (BCGEU):
**Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday**
- Employment Type:
**Temporary Full Time**
- Internal Closing Date:
**April 22, 2024**
- Travel Frequency:
- External Closing Date:
**Open Until Filled**
- Competition ID:
**3314**

**Kwantlen Polytechnic University**

KPU offers all learners opportunities to achieve success in a diverse range of programs that blend theory and practice, critical understanding, and social and ethical awareness necessary for good citizenship and rewarding careers. KPU strives to implement initiatives that will attract, support, engage, and retain KPU’s people and create an environment where all employees see themselves as contributing to student learning.

**JOB OVERVIEW: COORDINATOR, TRANSITION PROGRAMS**

Reporting to the Manager, Student Life and Success, this position is responsible for the coordination of programming that assists new students with the transition to the University and student life at KPU. In addition to new student orientation event management, the Coordinator is responsible for orientation events in support of special student populations such as mature students, transfer students, parent/family orientation and others., and for communication to new students regarding orientation events and new student resources. The Coordinator organizes presenters, facilities reservations, catering, staffing, purchasing of supplies, program delivery, volunteer recruitment, and is lead on the design, development and evaluation of all orientation publications including online orientation resources and supplementary resources such as the annual student handbook.

**EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE**
- Undergraduate Degree in a relevant discipline supplemented by a minimum of three years related experience.
- Minimum two years’ supervisory experience which includes training, staff development and conducting performance reviews.
- Minimum two years’ experience recruiting, coordinating and leading volunteer teams.

**QUALIFICATIONS**
- Demonstrated knowledge of leadership development for volunteer-based programs.
- Demonstrated understanding of strategic enrolment management and student engagement principles.
- Demonstrated experience with event programing, organizing and implementation of activities and events, preferably with adults or young adults.
- Ability to exercise a high level of initiative, responsibility and attention to detail.
- Excellent organizational skills; including the ability to establish priorities and meet deadlines with mínimal supervision.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with, and provide exceptional customer service to all internal and external stakeholders.
- Superior communication skills written and verbal; as well as confidence with public speaking to groups of greater than 30 are required.
- Ability to communicate patiently and effectively with a diverse range of people and situations and relate to students with different cultural and social backgrounds.
- Must be able to work independently and as a team player.
- Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
- Experience managing event budgets of $10,000 or greater.
- Knowledge of University policies and procedures.
- Must have a valid driver’s license and access to reliable transportation.
- Must be able to work on multiple campuses and must be able to work a flexible schedule including occasional evenings and weekends.

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**Salary Information**

Annual salary increases are based on hours worked and anniversary dates

**Does this role sound like it was made for you, yet you don’t check every box?**

We at KPU understand that experiences and qualifications may look differently for everyone and, if this job description is of interest to you, we encourage you to apply.

**Note to Applicants**:
We thank all applicants for their interest in employment with KPU. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Kwantlen Polytechnic University is committed to protecting the safety and welfare of employees, students, and the general public, and upholding the reputation and integrity of the University. For this reason, final applicants will be asked to undergo a background check.



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