Graduate Affairs Assistant - London, Canada - Western University

Western University

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London, Canada

2 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

Classification & Regular Hours:

Hours per Week: 35

Salary Grade:
Level M

About Western:

Since 1878, Western University has been committed to serving our communities through the pursuit of academic excellence and by providing students, faculty, and community members with life-long opportunities for intellectual, social, and cultural growth.

We seek excellent students, faculty, and staff to join us in what has become known as the "Western Experience" - an opportunity to contribute to a better world through the development of new knowledge, new abilities, new connections, and new ways to make a difference.

About Us:

The Faculty of Health Sciences (FHS) is a large, diverse, and comprehensive unit, comprised of six Schools (Nursing, Kinesiology, Health Studies, Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy and Communication Sciences and Disorders), a large Interdisciplinary Graduate Program in Health and Rehabilitation Sciences and four Research Centres.

The Faculty has more than 3,200 undergraduate students and more than 800 graduate students (200 PhD students).

Responsibilities:

The Graduate Affairs Assistant is responsible for supporting the effective and efficient administration of the graduate program within the School of Physical Therapy in the Faculty of Health Sciences under the direction of the Manager, Rehabilitation Sector Schools, School Director and Graduate Program Chair, Physical Therapy.

The Graduate Affairs Assistant will act as a resource for faculty members, current students and the public and will provide information on matters related to the graduate programs including program progression requirements, program eligibility, and graduation requirements.

The Graduate Affairs Assistant will act as a resource providing support and guidance regarding University, School of Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies and Physical Therapy School policies and procedures.

Qualifications:

Education:

2 year community college diploma in business Management/Administration

Experience:

More than 1 year and up to and including 2 years
Experience providing financial and administrative support and customer service; preferably in an academic environment

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

Verbal communication skills to clearly express ideas in an objective manner, and adapt communication style to suit the situation and audience
Demonstrated ability take initiative, to work independently and follow through on work assignments
Competency to maintain confidentiality and treat sensitive information with discretion
Ability to establish rapport with people from diverse backgrounds
Demonstrated ability to understand and resolve external and internal partner issues
Ability to maintain a positive, outgoing attitude with genuine customer service orientation
Ability to process information with a high degree of accuracy, and follow formal business practices with high attention to detail
Ability to understand, interpret, and effectively communicate University guidelines, policies and practices to key stakeholders
Ability to multitask and maintain an organized and effective personal work environment
Adapts readily and effectively to changing priorities and demands
Personable and courteous in working relationships with colleagues, faculty members, students and the public
Judgment and creative problemsolving skills with a consultative and collaborative approach to addressing issues
Strong mathematical and analytical skills to complete accurate calculations
Ability to interact professionally with students, staff, faculty, and other members of the University community
Ability to work independently and effectively as a member of the team to achieve department goals
Familiarity with academic calendar and programs offered at Western preferred
Familiarity with Western policies and guidelines preferred

Union Statement:

Western Values Diversity:

Please Note:

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those chosen for an interview will be contacted.