Graduate Program Coordinator - Toronto, Canada - University of Toronto

University of Toronto

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Toronto, Canada

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Description

Date Posted:06/09/2023

Req ID: 31891

Faculty/Division:
Faculty of Arts & Science

Department:
Dept of Computer Science

Campus:
St. George (Downtown Toronto)

Position Number:

Description:

About us:

The Faculty of Arts & Science is the heart of Canada's leading university and one of the most comprehensive and diverse academic divisions in the world.

The strength of Arts & Science derives from our combined teaching and research excellence in the humanities, sciences and social sciences across 29 departments, seven colleges and 46 interdisciplinary centres, institutes and programs.

We can only realize our mission with the dedication and excellence of engaged staff and faculty.

The diversity of opportunities and perspectives within the Faculty reflect the local and global landscape and the need for curiosity, innovative thinking and collaboration.

At Arts & Science, we take pride in our legacy of innovation and discovery that has changed the way we think about the world.

Your opportunity:

Reporting to the Associate Director, Graduate Academic Services and under the direction of Associate Chair, Graduate, the Graduate Program Coordinator is responsible for providing program administration support for the Computer Science graduate office.

Your responsibilities will include:

Building and strengthening relationships with stakeholders and partners of strategic importance
Conducting detailed analysis on program efficiency and student learning outcomes to inform program planning activities
Analyzing service delivery and/or internal processes and recommending improvements
Leading seminars and/or workshops
Determining logístical details required for the execution of admissions processes
Advising students on academic and/or financial matters by providing options and consequences incorporating personal circumstances impacting academic success and an understanding of an individual's background
Coordinating tasks for projects and other strategic initiatives with stakeholders
Serving as a resource to others by providing (nonsupervisory) jobrelated guidance

Essential Qualifications:

Bachelor's Degree or acceptable combination of equivalent experience.
Minimum four years recent and relevant experience in supporting a graduate academic program, including supporting program planning and student advising
Demonstrated experience providing academic advising to current and prospective students
Experience conducting qualitative and quantitative analysis on program efficiency and student experience, and providing strategic input in program planning
Experience analyzing internal and external program trends, preferably in computer science, and recommending improvements
Experience interpreting and advising on academic policies, regulations, and procedures
Demonstrated knowledge of relevant student and academic university policies, and student services
Experience preparing and leading presentations, seminars, and/or workshops, planning and organizing special events, and preparing promotional and outreach materials
Strong working knowledge of MS Office Suite, including Excel, Word, and SharePoint, and content management systems
Advanced skills in ROSI, ROSI Express, Slate, eMarks, Degree Explorer, or similar student systems to enter data, retrieve information, and generate reports
Exceptional interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate with tact and diplomacy
Demonstrated ability to organize work and establish priorities in a flexible way, and successfully meet deadlines with competing priorities and interruptions
Ability to handle stressful situations
Excellent relationship building skills, with the ability to relate to all levels of faculty, staff and students in a manner which facilitates cooperation

Assets (Nonessential):

Demonstrated knowledge of computer science program trends and best practices

To be successful in this role you will be:

Accountable
Meticulous
Multitasker
Organized
Problem solver
Tactful

This role is currently eligible for a hybrid work arrangement, pursuant to the University policies and guidelines, including but not limited to the University of Toronto's Alternative Work Arrangements Guideline.

Closing Date: 06/20/2023, 11:59PM ET

Employee Group:

USW

Appointment Type:
Budget - Continuing

Schedule:
Full-Time

Pay Scale Group & Hiring Zone:

Job Category:
Student Services

**Lived Experience Statement