Co-operative Education Navigator

**Department**: Experiential Learning
This position is represented by the agreement between the Professional Staff Association and the University of Guelph

**General Purpose**

**Duties and Responsibilities**
- Advising students on their entry and progression through the co-op program, including but not limited to the co-op admissions process, appropriate academic and work sequences for their program of study, meeting co-op eligibility standards, transfers and withdrawals, and the consequences of academic decisions upon their co-op status.
- Assisting students with understanding and adhering to co-op policies; guiding students through the Accommodation and/or Appeals process as needed.
- Organizing and conducting E-Check-ins and Co-op work term visits to monitor the work term experience for both students and employers.
- Identifying and communicating issues or conflicts during work terms to the student’s Co-op Coordinator.
- Following up on incomplete Co-op Work Term Records and overdue Work Performance Evaluation submissions to support the administration of the co-op process.
- Developing strong relationships and networks within the EL Hub and broader campus to fully understand program administration, course selection and graduation requirements for programs within the assigned portfolio.
- Recruiting students to join the Student Advisory Committee; identifying projects and initiatives to engage the committee; organizing and facilitating monthly meetings.
- Participating in orientation and recruitment events, sharing knowledge about the co-op admission process, programming and co-op experience with potential students and their supporters.
- Providing support to the Co-op Program, as needed, in the areas of policy development, creating content for co-op program materials, reviewing academic calendar information, and ensuring external co-op-related websites are up to date.

**Requirements**:

- Undergraduate degree in a relevant discipline.
- Three (3) years of experience working in a post-secondary environment or a related field.
- Experience in academic advising, student services, or a related field, preferably within a co-op or internship program.
- Applicants should demonstrate the ability to coach, advise and problem-solve with various stakeholders.
- Skilled in building and maintaining cooperative relationships with colleagues.
- Demonstrated sound judgment and diplomacy.
- Proven ability to interpret and communicate policies and procedures clearly and consistently.
- Demonstrated commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion principles and have experience supporting diverse communities, including Indigenous people, women, newcomers, visible minorities, persons with disabilities, and persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity.
- Proven capability to manage multiple tasks and follow up on details.
- Strong administrative and organizational skills, with a keen eye for detail.
- Ability to adhere to existing operational processes within a team.
- Experience building and maintaining effective, cooperative relationships with colleagues.
- Thorough knowledge of Co-operative Education operations and EL Hub programs and services would be an asset.
- Knowledge of applicable University rules and regulations and departmental policies would be an asset.
- Experience consulting with various university academic, non-academic, and administrative departments and staff.
- Experience delivering presentations to promote programs, opportunities, and/or initiatives.

Employee Type: Regular
Position Number: 10912839
Classification: P&M FT- Band 03
Professional/Managerial Salary Bands

Posting Date: 10/10/2024
Closing Date: 10/17/2024