Student Programs Manager

**Job Category |** **Full-Time 35 hours/week**
**Hiring Salary Range | $**57,600 - $68,400**per annum**
**Location of Work | City Centre Campus (CCC)**
- Posting closes _Monday, June 30th_ at 4:00 p.m. (MST)_

**About SAMU**

The Students’ Association of MacEwan University (SAMU) is a non-profit organization working independently from MacEwan University to support students. Our purpose is to enrich the student experience by focusing on their non-academic needs through an array of student-driven programs and services.

**Our Vision & Mission**:
Vision: All students benefit from vibrant student life and a culture of empowerment.

Mission: SAMU builds a positive student experience by creating a place to engage and connect, being a champion for all students, and providing opportunities that allow them to get the most out of their educational journey.

**Job Summary**

The Programs Manager oversees developing and managing SAMU Programs. This departments core values align with cultural recognition, awareness, and sensitivity to the ever-changing diverse spaces within SAMU. This department seeks to enhance student experience through programming and projects aligning with the SAMU Strategic Plan.

**Summary of Responsibilities**

Programming - (70%)
- Ensure all plans for SAMU Programs are relevant, innovative, and creative, while adhering to SAMU’s Strategic Plan and staying within budget
- Oversee the management, planning and implementation of all SAMU Programs
- Develop creative initiatives, activities, and projects highlighting cultural diversity
- Research and curate Community Podcast concepts and topics.
- Maintain and curate the SAMU Artworks portfolio.
- Leads the management of the SRP Local Committee Group by ensuring the programs operations align with the SRP Guidelines, and serve as a liaison between WUSC and SAMU to maintain the ongoing partnership and commitment to Global Education
- When relevant, partnering with MacEwan University departments or initiatives

Operations - (20%)
- Conduct interviews, hire, train and supervise Programs staff
- Establish the calendar for all Programs each year
- Develop a proposal for the annual Programs budget and maintain quarterly financial responsibilities
- Contribute to the development of strategies and processes.
- Maintain and review Programs metrics and goals monthly.

**Other - (10%)**
- Attend various departmental, staff and committee meetings
- Collaborate with other SAMU departments
- Research professional development opportunities and maintain up-to-date knowledge
- Other duties/ projects as assigned

**Education and Experience**
- A bachelor’s degree in a relevant area or equivalent education required
- Previous experience working in a post-secondary setting is considered an asset
- Minimum of 3 years management or supervisory experience required

**Position Specific Knowledge, Skills and Abilities**
- Ability to perform intermediate tasks using Microsoft Office Suite
- Great interpersonal and communication skills in diverse settings
- Proven ability to build relationships in cross-cultural environments
- Multidisciplinary lens for art, culture, and community
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy
- Ability to organize time and priorities with limited supervision
- Ability to work independently, and work cooperatively within a team
- Work flexible hours (potential evenings and weekends)
- First Aid/CPR - Level C and WHMIS will be considered an asset

**Working Considerations**
- Sedentary with light physical effort
- Sitting
- Standing
- Walking
- Kneeling
- Lifting - up to 50 pounds
- Manual dexterity

**Terms of Employment**

This full-time position features full health and dental benefits, RRSP/TFSA contributions, and a great working environment. Regular work hours are between 8:30 am - 4:30 pm. Although rare, there are times when some weekend and evening work is required.

**Application Process**

**Application package**_must _**include**:

- Cover Letter
- Resume

**Additional Information**

Interviews will be scheduled in person July 9th - 11th. With a tentative start date of August 1st