Coordinator, Student-Athlete Services and Academic Support

at  University of Toronto

Date Posted: 10/18/2024
Req ID: 40229
Faculty/Division: Faculty of Kinesiology & Physl Ed.
Department: Faculty of Kinesiology & Physl Ed
Campus: St. George (Downtown Toronto)
Position Number: 00041740

ABOUT US:

The University of Toronto’s Faculty of Kinesiology and Physical Education is globally recognized for developing and advancing knowledge about the interactions of physical activity and health through outstanding undergraduate and graduate education programs, cutting-edge research and the delivery of sport, recreation and high performance athletic opportunities for students, staff, faculty and community members across the 3 campuses. In achieving this vision, the Faculty is guided by values of integrity, respect, equity and diversity. For more information, please visit kpe.utoronto.ca

ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s Degree, preferably in education or acceptable combination of equivalent experience
• Minimum two years experience working in student academic success advising student athletes in a University or similar academic setting
• A solid understanding of Ontario University Athletics (OUA) and U SPORTS eligibility rules required
• Familiarity with University of Toronto academic rules, regulations, and student support resources on all 3 campuses
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Skilled in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with a diverse group of students and University colleagues
• Knowledge in the practical application of student development theory and academic learning strategies
• Good problem solving, multi tasking and organization skills
• Demonstrated initiative and motivation and ability to maintain confidentiality in a fast-paced diverse environment

LIVED EXPERIENCE STATEMENT

Candidates who are members of Indigenous, Black, racialized and 2SLGBTQ+ communities, persons with disabilities, and other equity deserving groups are encouraged to apply, and their lived experience shall be taken into consideration as applicable to the posted position

YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES WILL INCLUDE:

• Implementing plans and process improvements for programs and service activity
• Creating and updating students records maintaining confidentiality of information. Processing all academic conflict letters
• Promoting departmental events and programs to students and delivering presentations to promote programs, opportunities and/or initiatives
• Developing content for marketing and/or promotional materials and editing content for brochures, newsletters, websites and handbook.
• Liaising with various stakeholders to foster collaboration and ensure consistent administration procedures are followed.
• Determining the logistical details and activities for events and/or programming, coordinating the schedule for programs and event calendar and handling expenses for events. This includes coordinating admission related questions, materials and meetings with prospective students/recruits
• Directing the activities of casual staff and submit time sheets for data processing
• Keeping well informed on student service programs across all three campus, and providing advice/guidance as it relates to athletic eligibility

TO BE SUCCESSFUL IN THIS ROLE YOU WILL BE:

• Communicator
• Cooperative
• Organized
• Self-directed
• Team player
  Closing Date: 10/28/2024, 11:59PM ET
  Employee Group: USW
  Appointment Type: Budget - Continuing
  Schedule: Full-Time - evening and weekend work will be required