Manager, Student Engagement

at  Langara College

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Job Title:
Manager, Student Engagement
Employee Group:
Administrator
Employee Type:
Permanent
Start Date:
Monday, October 7 2024
End Date (if applicable):
Job Description:
Reporting to the Director, Students Engagement, the Manager, Student Engagement provides leadership and management for student conversion and orientation activities, co-curricular and volunteer programming as well as other strategic programs and initiatives that foster opportunities for student engagement and leadership development. This position leads collaboratively with students, staff and faculty from across the campus to develop, implement and maintain activities and programs that lead to increased student engagement and improved academic success/retention. Activities include implementing a systematic and comprehensive approach to addressing the unique and complex needs of a diverse student body in a manner that is intentional, integrated and enriches their overall educational experience.
Qualifications Required:

Education & Experience

• Master’s Degree in Education and/or Leadership or other relevant discipline.
• Minimally five (5) years of recent related experience in progressively senior positions in a student-centred area within a higher education setting.
• Considerable Supervisory experience within a unionized environment.
• Comprehensive experience in student engagement and in delivering diverse programs to post-secondary students.
• Demonstrated experience in planning and implementing programs in a higher education institution.
• Demonstrated knowledge and experience in enrolment management.
• Considerable experience in planning virtual and in person small and large-scaled events.

Skills & Abilities

• Strong leadership skills and a working knowledge of effective decision-making and conflict resolution techniques.
• Ability to think critically and creatively, have a high standard of integrity, and be motivated to incorporate best practices into the organizational culture.
• Excellent interpersonal and supervisory skills.
• Possess a working knowledge of operational and fiscal analysis techniques.
• Demonstrated experience in post-secondary education management systems e.g. Workday, Banner or other student information systems.
• Skilled in transitioning face-to-face programs into new virtual student experiences.
• Strong intercultural competencies and communication skills.
• Strong knowledge of other cultures and community groups, their history, current matters, norms and relevant customs.
• The ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with faculty, staff, students, and the public.
• Exhibit excellent organizational skills and be detail oriented.
• Exercise discretion and good judgment in all contexts and to maintain confidentiality.

Leadership Competencies:

• Collegiality – values and demonstrates inclusivity, openness, civility and respect.
• Problem solving and decision making – considers a wide range of information and perspectives to solve problems and make reasoned decisions; demonstrates a comfort with uncertainty and ambiguous conditions
• Organizational awareness – understands and appreciates an organization’s internal culture and operating practices as well as the political and business climate in which the organization operates.
• Innovation – welcomes, generates, and implements new ideas and solutions that help to achieve and organization’s strategic goals.
• Student Focus – making decisions with the students in mind, focusing on providing the best possible experience for the student.
• Integrity – acts with openness, honesty and respect to build and maintain an environment of trust.
• Professional maturity – demonstrates courage to take on issues and make tough decisions while managing self with aplomb and emotional maturity.
• Tenacity, resilience and patience – believes that own actions and efforts will overcome obstacles, make progress and attain successful results.
• Visioning and Strategic Thinking - energizes people around the vision and keeps the bigger picture in mind
• Team Leadership – creates team spirit and helps to direct individuals toward achievement of team and organizational goals. Inspires others to do their best, develop professionally and contribute to the success of the leadership team.
• Relationship management – builds and maintains a crucial network of contacts both internally and externally.
• Communication – uses the power of personal interaction and language to effectively influence, inspire and lead others.
• Achieves results – goal-oriented individual who thrives on achieving outcomes through consultative and collaborate methods.

Our Benefits:
At Langara College, we align with the College’s vision on wellness and personal/professional development opportunities for all employed members. We’re committed to providing a competitive and inclusive benefits package that reflects our dedication to overall health, financial security, and work-life balance.

In this position, you would have access to:

• Extensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• 25 vacation days (per calendar year) with an additional paid week off during college closure during winter holiday break.
• Enrollment into the College Pension Plan.
• Access to the Education Benefits Program.
• Free Parking
• Enrollment into the College Pension Plan

To obtain the full job description, please
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our recruitment team.
Salary Range:
$47.09 - $69.07 per hour
Pay Grade:
Admin Paygrade 10
Compensation beyond the mid-point requires approval by the Public Sector Employers’ Council Secretariat (PSEC).
Scheduled Weekly Hours:
35
Hours may vary according to the needs of the department.
Closing Date:
People and Culture is committed to embracing, honoring, and promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion in our workplace. We remain dedicated to focusing our efforts on creating an inclusive employee community that fosters a sense of safety and belonging for everyone. We humbly acknowledge that we are just beginning our journey, which includes engaging in our own internal learning and creating a data-driven action plan that supports the integration of EDI practice into the work of People and Culture and the work we do with employees and leaders. Langara College welcomes applications from everyone including people from groups that are experiencing inequity including, but not limited to, Indigenous people, racialized people, people with disabilities, and members of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community. If there are any barriers that you are experiencing or an accommodation that we can provide to support you through the application process, please
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us.
Shortlisted candidates will be required to provide proof of educational and professional credentials noted on their resume. In addition, those shortlisted with international credentials must have their education credentials evaluated through WES (World Education Services) and provide Langara College, People & Culture document evaluation access for employment purposes.
We thank you for your interest in Langara College and for taking the time to complete an application. Only complete applications will be reviewed. Please be advised that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted due to the number of applications received.
Langara is committed to enhancing our diverse workforce

Please refer the Job description for details