Community Education Program Assistant - Williams Lake, Canada - Thompson Rivers University

    Thompson Rivers University
    Thompson Rivers University Williams Lake, Canada

    1 month ago

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    Description

    DUTIES

    & RESPONSIBILITIES
    1. Responds to student and client inquiries; provides course information to prospective students, including information on course changes or cancellations. Answers calls and emails and directs to appropriate department staff or takes messages.
    2. Processes course registrations and records in using various internal software applications.
    3. Liaises with the supervisor and other TRU Departments to assist with program planning and delivery.
    4. In coordination with other team members, supports programs and workshops by collaborating on deliverables, ensuring materials are available, and coordinating shared equipment.
    5. Prepares and maintains course setup, class lists, course reconciliations, and course completion requirements.
    6. Secures sufficient facilities, and ensures supplies and resources are available for course delivery and instructors within current TRU procedures.
    7. Prepares a variety of documents including correspondence, contracts, evaluation summaries, curriculum preparation, and memos.
    8. Maintains the department database of statistical course information, instructors, contract agencies, and stakeholders.
    9. Sets up and maintains filing systems (paper and electronic).
    10. Assists with financial reporting including tracking expenses and providing financial updates on course deliveries. Also makes travel arrangements for instructors to travel to various communities.
    11. Maintains the web page, and social media accounts and assists with online and pprint advertising.

    REPORTS TO
    Community Coordinator

    QUALIFICATIONS

    EDUCATION:

    • Grade 12 plus a one-year Business certificate or equivalent

    EXPERIENCE:

    • Two years' related experience, including one years' experience in program delivery and one years' experience with Microsoft office and website software

    SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE OR ABILITIES RELATED TO THE JOB

    • Ability to perform electronic word processing at 60 wpm and data entry
    • Ability to deal courteously and tactfully with students, staff and members of the general public
    • Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing
    • Ability to operate related equipment
    • Must be fluent in database, desktop publishing, spreadsheet, and word processing software
    • Proven ability to work independently as well as part of a team
    • Ability to plan, organize, and prioritize tasks and meet deadlines while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail
    • Class 5 driver's license

    WORKING CONDITIONS

    • Sitting at a desk and computer for a period of time
    • Extensive contact with students, staff, and the general public
    • General office conditions
    • Travel required
    The salary for the above position is determined by the Collective Agreement with the Canadian Union of Public Employees, Local 4879, as it presently exists.