Communications and Distributed Learning Program

Organizational Unit- University of Victoria -> Faculty of Human & Social Dev -> School of Public Health and Social Policy- Location- University of Victoria - Victoria, BC V8W 2Y2 CA (Primary) - Posting Close Date- 15 September 2024- Please note that positions will close at 4 p.m. on the closing date.- FTE- 1.00- Salary Grade- $4,305.00 - $4,438.00- Additional Posting Information: - N/A- Salary posted will be pro-rated based on FTE and achieved as per the collective agreement, if applicable.- Classification- PB7- Hours of Work- Monday - Friday; 8:30 am to 4:30 pm- Start Date- 10/1/2024- End Date- 9/30/2025- Employee Group: - CUPE 951 - Term- # of Hires Needed- 1- Category- Information Technology- About this OpportunityThe University of Victoria is one of Victoria's largest employers and one of Canada’s best diversity employers. Together we are more than 5,000 dedicated faculty, librarians and staff supporting the University of Victoria’s diverse academic programs, world-class research and commitment to civic engagement. **_*This position is eligible for a Hybrid Work Arrangement*_** **This position is a term full time position for one year and will then change to a continuing part-time 0.5 FTE role.** - Job SummaryThe School of Public Health & Social Policy (PHSP) encompasses interdisciplinary and inter-professional fields of study, offering a Master of Public Health, a Bachelor of Arts in Public Health, and is the administrative home for the Interdisciplinary Social Dimensions of Health Program (SDH) which offers an MA, MSc, and PhD. The School offers flexible programming designed to provide students with a strong foundation for understanding the complex and dynamic relationships between people, health, illness, and organizations in contemporary society. The School of Public Health & Social Policy is situated in the Faculty of Human and Social Development (HSD), a multi-professional faculty with a commitment to the student experience of dynamic learning in extraordinarily rich practice and community setting for vital impact on health and social development. The Communications and Distributed Learning Program Assistant, focuses on communications and marketing, provides support for online learning platforms like Brightspace, Echo360, Zoom, and MS Teams, and manages the administration, maintenance, and support of Learning Management Systems for the School of Public Health & Social Policy's various program streams, including the Bachelor of Arts in Public Health (BAPH), Master of Public Health (MPH), and Social Dimensions of Health (SDH) - MA/PhD. - Job Requirements**Experience**: This position requires a level of education, training, and experience equivalent to 2 years of experience working within a comparable environment. Administrative support experience within a post-secondary setting is preferred. **Knowledge/Skills & Abilities**: - Commitment to valuing diversity and contributing to an inclusive and respectful working and learning environment. - Ability to communicate effectively with individuals from diverse backgrounds and tailor communication style for different audiences and situations. - Knowledge of communications and electronic media. - Understanding of the principles of good design in print and multimedia materials and how to work effectively within established organizational design structures. - Website management and social media platforms, their respective participants (Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, Instagram etc.) and how each platform can be optimally deployed in different scenarios. - Demonstrated ability to adapt to change and learn new software. - Strong technology support skills. - Flexible and adaptable with procedural and technical changes. - Excellent organizational, multitasking, and communication skills. - Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team. - Effective prioritization and management of workloads. - Detail-oriented with high accuracy and mínimal supervision. - Strong judgment and decision-making abilities. **Preference will be given to applicants with**: - Knowledge of BANNER, FAST, Course Reserves, Cascade, Brightspace, Echo360, Handbrake, Audacity, TextPad, and Connect. - Knowledge of computer hardware, particularly audio and video components. - Familiarity with UVic programs, policies, procedures, and business systems. **Territory Acknowledgement**:We acknowledge and respect the Lək̓ʷəŋən (Songhees and Esquimalt) Peoples on whose territory the university stands, and the Lək̓ʷəŋən and WSÁNEĆ Peoples whose historical relationships with the land continue to this day. **What UVic Offers**:To learn more click here.