Experiential Learning Officer - Oshawa, Canada - Ontario Tech University

Ontario Tech University

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Oshawa, Canada

3 weeks ago

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Description

Experiential Learning Officer

Tracking Code:
req756

Faculty/Department:
Faculty of Science

Number of Positions:1

Appointment Type:
Full-Time Continuing

Hours of Work: 35 hours per week

Salary Range:
Level - Starting Salary, Step 1 $62,834

Posting Date:
July 31 ,2023

Closing Date:
August 11, 2023

Job Summary:

The Experiential Learning Officer will be primarily responsible for the development, implementation and continued management of the experiential learning program offered to all Faculty of Science students.

The Officer will generate career development opportunities for students through targeted development of relationships with new employer partners and fostering existing relationships to grow and expand placement opportunities for students.

The Officer may be called upon to provide administrative support for curriculum-based experiential learning opportunities.

Nature of work:

This position reports to the Dean or their proxy and works closely with faculty members, staff, and students.

Responsibilities/accountabilities:

Program Management and Delivery:

Liaises with faculty members to raise awareness about the coop/internship program and to connect with potential partners in industry and the community
Liaises with Academic Advising to raise awareness about the coop program and any other related programs that may be developed and to provide input on the scheduling of experiential learning opportunities (e.g., coop work terms) within a student's program map, as deemed appropriate
Communicates coop opportunities (and any other workintegrated learning opportunities) with potential students in all coop eligible Science programs, directly or through faculty and advisors, as deemed appropriate
Liaises closely with the Career Centre and Registrar's Office to ensure continued smooth administration of the coop program
Provides curricular input for and participates in the delivery of the Science coop preparatory course
Provides a comprehensive marketing strategy to strengthen the position of Faculty of Science programs relative to employment communities at the local, provincial and national levels
Communicates program changes to students/stakeholders in coordination with the Registrar's Office and Academic Advisors
Cultivates new placement opportunities, in collaboration with other university stakeholders (e.g., faculty members, the Career Centre, Office of Research Services)
Works with the Dean or their designate to ensure the quality of placements/worksites, to verify positions meets the criteria, to provide inplacement support and to resolve student‐related issues as required
Coordinates and participates in site visits of coop (or other workintegrated learning) placements
Assists with the development and maintenance of content for promotional materials, including webpages, ensuring content is uptodate
Assists with the design and delivery of student training for workforce preparedness, particularly hiring processes

Student and Employer Support:

Oversees the employment process related to employer job posting and hiring
Facilitates employer onboarding for new employer contacts
Supports student success through regular feedback, coaching and oneonone meetings
Organizes campus coop activities to promote the program
Works with Career Centre to identify market trends and new employment opportunities for students
Monitors safety/risk management of all posted placement opportunities
Promotes the coop programs and related events to students, employers, and relevant faculty and staff stakeholders
Assists with the assessment of student eligibility for Experiential Learning Programs
Supports employers with identifying potential funding sources associated with hiring students for placements

Required Skills:

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Strong customer service skills, professionalism and diplomacy
Superior organizational skills
Ability to work effectively individually and within a team environment
Strong computer skills and competency with Excel, Word, PowerPoint and internet and database software, willingness to learn new software as required
Proven ability to multi task and works well under pressure in a fastpaced environment with strict deadlines
Demonstrated ability to take initiative, problem solve, exercise sound judgment and respect the confidential nature of student information
Demonstrated sensitivity to the needs of students with a variety of abilities, cultures and backgrounds
Knowledge of international visas/work permits is an asset
Willing and able to work flexible hours to meet deadlines and to attend evening or weekend events and activities

Required Education: