Student Worker - Edmonton, Canada - MacEwan University

MacEwan University

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Edmonton, Canada

2 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

STUDENT WORKER (2 CASUALS)

SCHOOL OF CONTINUING EDUCATION

Competition No.

CATEGORY

SALARY

CLOSING DATE

Casual (less than 35 hours per week)

MSA Band A (Steps 1-8): $ $22.43 per hour

May 10, 2024
About Us:

MacEwan University is where caring faculty help people connect their passions to their future paths. Located in the heart of Edmonton's diverse and dynamic downtown community, and on the traditional lands of Treaty 6 First Nations and homelands of the Métis people, MacEwan is known for exceptional undergraduate learning. With its dedication to teaching excellence, informed by scholarly research, innovation, and creative activity, MacEwan provides an exceptional collaborative and supportive learning environment with a commitment to human rights, environmental sustainability, and opportunities for community engagement. We are committed to creating an equitable, diverse, inclusive, and welcoming community for all peoples, cultures, and identities.
Our comprehensive undergraduate university offers 59 programs to more than 18,000 full

- and part-time students in business, communications, community and human services, design, fine and performing arts, health, humanities, natural science, nursing, public safety, and social science. Through a wide array of experiential learning opportunities, and strategic relationships in the community, we partner with others to produce graduates of stature. Along with a robust grounding in their chosen disciplines, MacEwan students are given durable life skills that prepare them to take on the world.

Opportunity:

The School of Continuing Education is seeking two (2) highly skilled student worker to join their team on a casual basis.

Reporting to the Program Director, the student worker works with faculty, staff, and students in supporting various administrative tasks and providing assistance to staff members within the department.

This position offers an excellent opportunity for students to gain hands-on experience in a professional work environment while balancing their academic commitments.

Key responsibilities include:

Providing program specific information regarding requirements, electives, procedures, timelines, and general program facts for designated portfolio.
Dealing directly with students inperson.
Referring students to the Program Managers or Senior Program Manager for specific questions or concerns relating to programs or the instructors.
Registering new and returning students for courses and collecting fee payment using PeopleSoft.
Supporting staff members with various tasks as assigned, including research, scheduling, and preparing materials for events, classes, and other projects.
Assisting in organizing and executing events and activities, including setting up rooms, preparing materials, booking reservations, providing logístical support, and etc.
Performing other duties as assigned by supervisor/s to support the department.

SKILLS:

You will have:

Strong organizational skills.
Excellent attention to detail.
Excellent customer service.
Computer skills; including Microsoft, mêskanâs and PeopleSoft.
Strong interpersonal and problemsolving skills.
The ability to handle multiple tasks and projects with frequent interruptions.
Strong intercultural communication skills.
Flexibility adapts easily to varying roles required of this position.
The ability to complete tasks in a fastpaced environment.
The ability to manage and meet deadlines.

QUALIFICATIONS:

A current student completing a certificate, diploma, or undergraduate degree. (MacEwan student preferred)
A student with second language skills.
Be an outwardfacing representative of our programs, fostering positive relationships with staff, students and, and stakeholders.
A proven ability to communicate effectively with an ethnically diverse population.
Cross cultural experience from student activities, work, volunteering, or study abroad would be considered an asset.
An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

Occasional day trips may be required, primarily within Edmonton to specific locations.

BENEFITS:

When you become part of the MacEwan University team, you will enjoy a competitive salary.

Our total compensation package includes: