Program Coordinator, Stem Indigenous Academics - Kingston, Canada - Queen's University

Queen's University

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Kingston, Canada

2 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

Program Coordinator, STEM Indigenous Academics

About Queen's University

Queen's University is the Canadian research intensive university with a transformative student learning experience. Here the employment experience is as diverse as it is interesting.

We have opportunities in multiple areas of globally recognized research, faculty administration, engineering & construction, athletics & recreation, power generation, corporate shared services, and many more.

Come work with us

Job Summary

The Faculty of Engineering and Applied Science (FEAS) at Queen's University provides world-class engineering education at the undergraduate and graduate levels and drives ground-breaking research in a wide variety of engineering fields.

The world's problems are our adrenalin, provoking our relentless drive to explore, decode, and reframe.

We blend curiosity with a cross-disciplinary approach to ask "what if?", forging ahead to find solutions for the 21st century and beyond.

We ask not only how to build and construct better structures, but how to speed the flow of information, protect the natural environment, propel medical progress, and eliminate the gap between what is and what can be.

Aboriginal Access to Engineering (AAE) is committed to increasing the number of Indigenous engineers in Canada.

By promoting Math, Science, Engineering and Technology to elementary and high school Indigenous students, supporting the efforts of their teachers, and enabling access to post-secondary study, the program provides a suite of supports aimed at encouraging Indigenous youth to become qualified engineers.

A critical component to supporting our students is through transitions; both into their academic careers at Queen's, and upon graduating into their post academic careers (either in industry, academia, or other areas).

Come join our diverse, inquisitive minds, and turn wonder into reality.

A Brief Overview

The schedule for this position will require the incumbent to regularly travel within Canada, and work variable hours, including evenings and weekends, as well as attend certain off-campus or out-of-town meetings and events, according to the program needs.

Job Description:

What you will do

Work closely with the Director of AAE to develop and implement targeted recruitment plans with the end goal of enrolling more Indigenous students in undergraduate and graduate level engineering and applied science programs.
Collaborate with the Director of AAE and the Engineering Corporate Relations team to establish and continue relationships with employers invested in the development and hiring of Indigenous engineers.
Represent the FEAS at student recruitment events throughout Canada.
Foster an inclusive working environment within the FEAS and Queen's community, where Indigenous students feel welcome and supported.
Deliver interactive information sessions with students, guidance counselors, and Indigenous Education Counsellors on FEAS programs, admissions requirements, and student support services.
Liaise with Indigenous high school and college students interested in enrolling in Queen's undergraduate engineering and applied science programs.
Liaise with Indigenous university students interested in a graduatelevel programs (M.Eng, M.A.Sc., or PhD) within the FEAS departments at Queen's University and determine required support for individual and program objectives.
Network to build professional partnerships both on, and offcampus, that align with the AAE unit objectives.
Collaborate with the Faculty Corporate Relations team to coordinate employerstudent interactions, to maximize opportunities for Indigenous students.
Attend job fairs, and travel with the Corporate Relations team to various events in support of identifying potential employment opportunities for Indigenous engineers.
Liaise with current students to get a sense of their career interests and the opportunities they seek.
Collaborate with Engineering Corporate Relations to inform the employer engagement strategy and proactively promote AAE to employers, followingup on inquiries from employers regarding the AAE program and Indigenous students at Queen's.
Create and maintain records of all contacts made regarding designated programs at Queen's and followup accordingly, providing regular reports pertaining to recruitment activities.
Partner with the recruitment staff in the Four Directions Indigenous Student Centre and other faculties on campus to coordinate communications with prospective Indigenous students.
Collaborate with the Marketing and Communications team within the FEAS to develop and implement a digital marketing strategy specific to prospective Indigenous students and to diversity hiring of Indigenous engineers.
Interact with faculty, staff, alumni, and undergraduate/graduate students/groups as required to support program objectives.
Travel to various locations in support of unit activities.