Awards Officer

3 weeks ago


Vancouver, Canada University Canada West Full time

**Position Job Title**:Awards Officer

**Location**:West Pender Campus, Vancouver

**Reports To**:Associate Registrar - Transfer Credit, Awards & Verification

**About University Canada West**:
University Canada West is an innovative business and technology-oriented, dynamic, and growing institution that was founded in 2005. Based in Downtown Vancouver, the university is defined by its close connections to the business community and a commitment to outstanding student services.

Here, at UCW, we connect recognized, well-established specialists and ambitious young professionals, so they learn from each other and thrive in our diverse environment. Together, we strive to create and maintain working environments that are inclusive, equitable, and welcoming.

We are privileged to do this work on the unceded, traditional territories of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), and Sel̓íl̓witulh (Tsleil-Waututh) Nations. We thank them for having cared for this land since time immemorial, honour their graciousness to the students who seek knowledge here, and iterate our dedication to valuing the ongoing contributions of Indigenous peoples and communities.

**Position Summary**

Under the guidance of the Senior Awards Officer, the -Awards Officer is responsible for processing awards for both applicants and current students, ensuring that the eligibility criteria are met and that decisions are consistent with the University’s academic calendar and/or other published material in relation to the awards on offer.

**Responsibilities**

**Administrative Support**:

- Generate and issue awards letters and/or other correspondence.
- Maintain confidentiality and records security in compliancy with privacy legislation.
- Investigate issues related to awards decisions and/or disbursements and propose solutions under the guidance of the Senior Awards Officer

**Business Communications**
- Provide consultation services to applicants and students.
- *This job description outlines the key responsibilities for the role and is not meant to be exhaustive. Other responsibilities and tasks may be assigned or may naturally become a part of this role over time._

**Position Requirements**

To be successful in the Awards Officer position, an individual must be committed to developing, maintaining and demonstrating the following:
**Education and Experience**
- Bachelor’s degree from a recognized post-secondary institution.
- Minimum one (1) year administrative experience for an educational institution (with preference for post-secondary).

**Competencies**
- A proven service-oriented focus with the ability to build rapport in a demanding environment.
- Knowledge of concepts and processes related to awards and/or admissions within higher education institutions.
- Efficient, effective, and dependable time management skills in order to multitask, with flexibility to handle changing priorities.
- Strong attention to detail, ensuring accuracy with decision-making and data records.
- Effective communication skills demonstrated within a professional business environment.
- Proven ability to work independently and to relate constructively and professionally with students, faculty, staff and external partners.
- Strong computer literacy, including full competency in Microsoft Office programs.

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

**Salary**: $45,000.00 per year

**Benefits**:

- Company events
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- RRSP match
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision care
- Wellness program
- Work from home

Schedule:

- 8 hour shift

Application question(s):

- Are you legally authorized to work in Canada?

**Education**:

- Bachelor's Degree (preferred)

**Experience**:

- Administrative: 1 year (preferred)



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