Student Engagement Coordinator - Vancouver, Canada - University of British Columbia

University of British Columbia

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Vancouver, Canada

3 weeks ago

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Description

Staff - Non Union

Job Category

M&P - AAPS

Job Profile

AAPS Salaried - Student Management, Level A

Job Title

Student Engagement Coordinator

Department

Student Services | Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences

Compensation Range

$5, $7,485.33 CAD Monthly

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Posting End Date

November 20, 2023

Note:
Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the Posting End Date above.

Job End Date

This position is expected to be filled by promotion/reassignment and is included here to inform you of its vacancy at the University.

At UBC, we believe that attracting and sustaining a diverse workforce is key to the successful pursuit of excellence in research, innovation, and learning for all faculty, staff and students.

Our commitment to employment equity helps achieve inclusion and fairness, brings rich diversity to UBC as a workplace, and creates the necessary conditions for a rewarding career.

Job Summary

The Student Engagement Coordinator is responsible for working with current and prospective students in the Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences on student engagement initiatives, admission and recruitment processes, and other Faculty initiatives.

This position plays an integral role in facilitating the connection between students, the Faculty, campus services, and other relevant groups.

The Student Engagement Coordinator is responsible for developing, delivering, and evaluating programs and services in support of a positive student experience in the Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences.

The Student Engagement Coordinator liaises with and supports student groups and leadership and is an initial point of contact for students with questions about initiatives that require Faculty consultation and support.

This position works directly with the Associate Dean, Students, the Director of Student Services, and the Office of Student Services on portfolio-based initiatives and projects.

The incumbent must exercise diplomacy, tact, discretion, good judgment, initiative, confidentiality and be able to work independently as well as collaboratively.

Consistent with the Faculty's Code of Conduct, the Faculty is committed to the highest level of professionalism in all interactions.

Organizational Status

The position reports to the Director, Student Services and takes direction from the Associate Dean, Students. The position works independently, with initiative and considerable autonomy, under general supervision.

Works cooperatively and strategically with other employees, students, and faculty to ensure that the common goals of the unit and the Faculty are established and achieved.

The Student Engagement Coordinator may hire, train, supervise and support student staff and volunteers.

Work Performed

Student Engagement:

Manages the development, implementation, and evaluation of Pharmaceutical Sciences student engagement initiatives. Remains current with student engagement best practices to enhance the student experience.
Fosters a sense of belonging and inclusion for students by providing opportunities for connections with Faculty and peers. Engages with prospective students and current students with the aim of fostering an environment of support and community amongst Pharmacy students.
Works collaboratively with internal stakeholders and campus partners to deliver services to current and prospective students.
Connects with campus health services to raise student awareness of supports available for student across a variety of topics.
Promotes the services and supports available to students within the Faculty.
Evaluates student engagement strategies and programming with the goal of creating and refining future programming.
Develops and distributes innovative content and resources to support the diversity of the student population. In collaboration with the Faculty's Communications Team, develops and updates the undergraduate student website and its social channels.
Develops and implements seminars and other undergraduate program events for newly admitted students and current students
May select, train, and supervise student workers in the planning, organization and implementation of engagement programs and events.
Communicates with and supports student leaders on student initiatives. Acts as a liaison between student leaders and the Faculty.
Is prepared to support students in crisis by providing appropriate referrals to academic advising and/or personal support services on campus.
Participates in crosscampus communities as required. May liaise and collaborate with st