Coordinator, Orientation, Transition

1 week ago

Lethbridge, Alberta, Canada University of Lethbridge Full time
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We are one of Canada's top universities and leading research institutions. With more than 8,000 undergraduate and graduate students, two campuses (Lethbridge and Calgary), seven faculties and schools, and more than 2,500 employees, ULethbridge is Lethbridge's second largest employer. Faculty and staff come together to contribute, each in their own way, to establishing ULethbridge as Canada's destination university. In 2022, Lethbridge was recognized as one of Canada's top small cities.

The University of Lethbridge Student Enrolment and Registrar Services team is seeking a highly motivated and passionate Coordinator of Orientation, Transition & Retention to join our dynamic, creative and collaborative team for a one-year term position.

The Coordinator is a full-time, one-year term position with responsibility for the development and implementation of student-focused strategies and programs to support the conversion and retention goals of the University. The Coordinator uses data to inform decision-making and program development, and works closely with experts and stakeholders from the institution and local community to provide students with a framework to succeed academically and personally. The Coordinator is also an integral part of the SEARS leadership team providing valuable input into SEARS initiatives, creative problem solving, setting strategic team direction and participating in cross-functional leadership.

The Coordinator, Orientation, Transition & Retention, is responsible for program development for all students, as well as parents and family of newly admitted students. Student needs, strategic enrolment management principles, trends in Orientation and Transition practices, data regarding student retention and progression, and student development theories will drive program development. The successful candidate will be responsible for all aspects of event planning and execution, including budgeting, identifying sponsorship needs, booking facilities, collecting registrations, event promotion and communications, and the documentation of practices and procedures. The Coordinator will also be responsible for the recruitment, training and supervision of a team of student mentors and event volunteers.

The University of Lethbridge is undertaking a job classification and compensation review for Administrative Professional Officer (APO) positions. As such, the salary range currently assigned for this position may be adjusted as a result of this project.

Position Qualifications

Applicants must have:

- Two or more years of experience related to orientation and transition programming, preferably in a post-secondary setting.
- Demonstrate experience with student engagement activities, strong (student-focused) customer service skills, event planning, data analysis and a high level of professionalism.
- Strong communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to build and manage relationships with stakeholders will be critical.
- Possess strong supervisory, financial administration, organizational, and time-management skills.

Preference will be given to applicants who demonstrate a familiarity with student development theories (particularly related to transition and retention), strategic enrolment management, and orientation and transition trends and practices. Experience with online communication tools will be considered an asset. Occasional evenings and weekends will be required.

Qualified candidates are invited to provide a creative cover letter and detailed resume. U of L alumni and candidates with prior post-secondary orientation and transition experience will have a competitive advantage in the application process.

Starting Salary Range (at 1.0 FTE)

Starting Salary Range (at 1.0 FTE) $63,255.50 - $79,575.80 annually

Full Salary Range (at 1.0 FTE)

Full Salary Range (at 1.0 FTE) $63,255.50 - $95,896.11 annually (APO - Grade 3)

Campus

Campus Lethbridge

Employment Group

Employment Group APO

Position Category

Position Category Other

Open Date

Open Date 03/14/2025

Close Date

Close Date 03/21/2025

Desired Start Date

Desired Start Date 05/05/2025

Position End Date (if temporary)

Position End Date (if temporary) 05/08/2026

Special Instructions to Applicants

Employment Equity

The University of Lethbridge invites applications from all qualified candidates; however, in accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given preference.

The University of Lethbridge is committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, including through all aspects of the hiring process. If you require support during the hiring process, please contact Human Resources at human.resources@uleth.ca so that accommodations can be put in place to support you. All private information received in relation to your request for support will be kept confidential, only information required to facilitate the accommodation will be shared with the selection committee.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

Documents Needed To Apply

Required Documents

- Resume
- Cover Letter

Optional Documents

- Additional Documents

The University is located on traditional Blackfoot Confederacy territory. We honour the Blackfoot people and their traditional ways of knowing in caring for this land, as well as all Indigenous Peoples who have helped shape and continue to strengthen our University community.

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