Experiential Education Coordinator, Kinesiology

Brock University is located on the traditional territory of the Haudenosaunee and Anishinaabe peoples, many of whom continue to live and work here today. This territory is covered by the Upper Canada Treaties and is within the land protected by the Dish with One Spoon Wampum Agreement.We are one of Canada’s outstanding comprehensive universities, where excellence and innovation thrive Brock has been recognized as a Top Employer in Hamilton-Niagara for seven consecutive years. We have been ranked #3 as Canada’s Best Employers and top 10 as one of Canada’s Best Employers for Diversity. For 2025, Brock has been proudly recognized as one of Canada’s Top Employers for Company Culture, ranked seventh by Forbes in partnership with Statista. At Brock, you will find a welcoming, inclusive community and an exciting range of meaningful career opportunities. Ignite new possibilities for your career. Break through at Brock.Post End Date:December 7, 2025 at 11:59 PMThis job advertisement is to fill an existing vacancy in the Administrative Professional (Employee Group)About the Role:Reporting to the Chair, Kinesiology, the incumbentidentifies, cultivates, andmaintainsrelationships with theobjectiveof sourcing andmaintainingexperiential education (EE) opportunities that support the goals and curriculum of various undergraduate and graduate courses within the Department of Kinesiology. The ExperientialEducation Coordinatoris responsible forcollaborating with and supporting the Department with experiential education (EE) planning, design, implementation, and evaluation, and for achieving synergies and creating/sharing best practices with peers across campus. TheExperiential EducationCoordinatorwill:Identify, initiate, cultivate, andmaintainrelationships with community partners toprovide appropriate EE opportunities for students within programs; Meet with community partners, both internal and external, todetermineexpectations for EE; Act as an ambassador for Brock, the Faculty of Applied Health Sciences (FAHS) and the Department of Kinesiology at community functions, events and when working with community partners, to build relationships and respond to issuespertaining toEE; Work with peers in FAHS and the University to ensure a cohesive approach to partnership development and management, including streamlined and efficient communication processes; Create andmaintainand/or contribute to a database of EE opportunities at local, national, and international levels;Assistin the development of short and long-term plans for the Department of Kinesiology, related to undergraduate and graduate internships, placements, and all aspects of EE;Consult with faculty members in the Department of Kinesiology about expanding EE in their courses;Communicate with relevant faculty and other EECsregardingpotentialinternal and external funding or resource support opportunities that arise for EE;Ensure that policies, processes, and procedures are followed for student placements and internships (, criminal checks, workplace health and safety,appropriate training, risk management, insurance, etc.);Report on all aspects of EE for the FAHS and the Department of Kinesiology, including summaries and recommendations related to the strategic direction of EE; Participate in University committees related to service-learning and/or EE and Accessibility Committee, including related events.Coordinate the existing programs within the Department of Kinesiology and provide ongoing support and liaison for faculty, staff, TA’s, undergraduatestudentsand graduate studentsrelated to physical activity experiential learning for diverse populations;Support the design, development, evaluation, and administration of internship,experientialand practical courses in the Department of Kinesiology;Support the Marketing of and Communications related to the programs offered by the Department of Kinesiology, FAHS and across the University to deliver messaging about activities and successes;Support recruitment initiatives of the Department of Kinesiology, FAHS, and the University. KeySkills andExperience:A bachelor’s degreein a related field; Relevant professional experience, including work in the field of experiential education,salesand/or relationship managementexperience; Familiarity andpreviouswork experience with the Department ofKinesiology;Experience with the programs offered by the Department of Kinesiologyand FAHS;Knowledge of the theoretical and practical aspects of experiential learning; Excellent communication skillsdemonstratedwith community partners, students,staffand faculty; Knowledge of related internal and external University policies; Practical knowledge of and commitment to community engagement; Solid computer competency including word processing, spreadsheet, database, webapplications and web maintenance, social media,and Brightspace; The ability to develop nuanced messaging,demonstratethe value of EE and ask community partners for support inprovidingEE opportunities;Ability to manage relationships, communicate tactfully and diplomatically and resolve conflicts;Strong administrative, organizational and time management skills;Strong judgment, analytical, and problem-solving skills with the ability to assess a situation and takeappropriate action; Ability to take initiative in developing new and expanding existing experiential education opportunities and partnerships. Preferred or Asset Skills: Comprehensive understanding ofUniversity/public sector governance, policies,proceduresand culture.SalaryandTotal Rewards: Job GradeL, Salary Scale ($66,817-$108,353);Target Hiring Range:$66,817-$68,000Thisis a permanent position thatincludes: Health & Dental Benefits:Comprehensive extended health, dental, and vision coverage.Pension Plan:Enrollment eligibility in the Brock University Pension Plan.Vacation:Up to 3 weeks per year, in addition to university holidays.Professional Development:Eligibility for the Brock Tuition Waiver Program.We are committed to offering flexible work arrangements where possible as outlined in our . As a student-centered organization, all employees are required to work on campus as needed.Brock University is committed to creating a respectful and equitable workplace. We strive to foster a culture of diversity and inclusion in our work and learning environments. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals and actively encourage applications from women, people with disabilities, members of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community, Indigenous Peoples, people who identify as Black, African and/or Caribbean, as racialized and/or as from ethnic and cultural minority groups, and other underrepresented demographic groups at Brock and in the Niagara region. Brock also recognizes intersectionality and the interconnected identities, histories, and experiences of these aforementioned groups.We are committed to inclusive and barrier-free recruitment, and we accommodate the needs of applicants throughout all stages of the recruitmentprocess, as outlined in ourand consistent with the requirements of the Ontario Human Rights contact if you require a disability related accommodation so we can ensure your participation needs are met.Brock University does not use AI Technology at any stage of the recruitment process.We appreciate all applications received. Candidates that are selected for an interview will be contacted.Learn more about Brock University by visiting .