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Location - This role is hybrid with a mix of remote and in-person work at North Campus Edmonton.
The Alberta School of Business is one of the world's leading institutions in business education and research and is the first and longest continually accredited business school in Canada. We're positioned to help shape the future of business with over 140 tenured, tenure-track faculty and full and part-time academic teaching staff members who are at the forefront of cutting-edge research and innovative teaching. With 3400 students in our undergraduate program and 950 students in our graduate programs (including 58 PhD students), we are dedicated to fostering a welcoming and supportive environment where every student has the opportunity to thrive and reach their full potential. We equip our faculty and students with the latest insights and tools to ensure students receive a transformative learning experience that prepares them for success in a rapidly evolving business landscape.
Since 1916, the innovative ideas, entrepreneurial spirit and leadership of the school's more than 33,000 alumni have strengthened businesses and communities worldwide. We actively foster partnerships with local businesses, organizations and government agencies, allowing our students and faculty to address real-world challenges and contribute directly to the local and global economy. Our outreach programs extend beyond the classroom, empowering students to use their skills for the betterment of society.
At the Alberta School of Business, you'll be part of a dynamic and forward-thinking community that values collaboration, inclusivity and continuous growth, making it an exceptional place to contribute your talents and expertise.
For more information about the school, please visit our website at: https://www.ualberta.ca/business.
The Alberta School of Business is one of the world’s leading institutions for business education and research. As the first and longest continually accredited business school in Canada, it is also one of the country’s largest, with 70 faculty members, 2,100 undergraduate students, and 950 graduate students. Since its inception in 1916, the school’s innovative thinking, entrepreneurial spirit, and leadership have shaped communities and businesses around the world. With a vision to develop and inspire entrepreneurial leaders from Alberta for the world, the School excels in research, teaching, and external engagement.
The Work Integrated Learning (WIL) Coordinator will be responsible for supporting a wide range of program specific work integrated learning activities, including the Cooperative Education Program, for a diverse population of undergraduate and Masters student in the Alberta School of Business.
Reporting to the Work Integrated Learning Programs Lead, this position works independently and collaboratively to contribute to the goals of the Business Cooperative Education Program and other Work Integrated Learning initiatives.
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Work extensively with students in all areas of career development and recruitment preparation during one one-on-one consultation, including resume and cover letter reviews, providing advice on interviews and career planning.
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Support career development initiatives throughout the year, including workshops and other events for Co-op and Masters internship students.
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Support the development and maintenance of online Co-op/WIL career development training.
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Advise prospective Co-op students of Co-op admission requirements, benefits of participating in Co-op, and respond to program inquiries.
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Assist in co-op program promotion and provide support for information sessions.
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Assess Co-op applications for admission and facilitate the admissions process.
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Maintain the Co-op application form and student data related to admissions in applicable systems, and provide backup for admissions data management in Orbis and Campus Solutions.
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Schedule and conduct approximately 100 Co-op site visits per year. Assess the student’s professional performance and learning, and make recommendations to students to enhance performance and strive for continuous improvement during the work term.
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Identify work term situations that may be problematic or require conflict resolution and escalate to the assigned WIL Officer.
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Serves as secondary for front desk coverage, alongside the CWIL Programs Support Coordinator.
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Participate in Co-op/WIL initiatives throughout the year as they relate to supporting students and program services.
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Assist with data collection, data analysis, and preparing reports as needed.
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Actively seek opportunities to stay informed of trends in the fields of Co-op and WIL and utilize this knowledge towards continuous improvement of the Co-op program and WIL opportunities.
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Undergraduate Degree required. Bachelor of Commerce degree preferred; but any degree emphasizing HR, management, communication or other similar program may be considered.
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A minimum of 1-2 years of related progressive work experience that demonstrates experience in Cooperative Education/WIL or Human Resources is required.
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Familiarity with the post-secondary environment and preferably the University of Alberta.
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Knowledge of Business and its various specializations, particularly within the context of careers and employment, is an asset.
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Proven ability to provide guidance, mentorship and coaching to adult learners.
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Ability to counsel students on their career development.
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Apply judgment in complex situations to refer students to appropriate services or units as required.
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Demonstrated ability to build and foster relationships and to work collegially with various stakeholders to achieve goals (within and outside of the campus community).
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Strong customer service skills and experience balance the competing needs of diverse stakeholders.
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Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (written and verbal, including presentation skills) with an understanding of equity, diversity and inclusiveness philosophy.
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High degree of attention to detail and ability to multitask and prioritize work in a deadline-driven environment.
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Demonstrated ability to work independently with little supervision.
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Ability to manage and resolve conflict, using sound judgment to know when to involve others.
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Demonstrated commitment to ongoing training in administrative and technical skills.
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Expertise with MS Office, Google Suite applications, and the ability to utilize technology to increase efficiencies.
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Commitment to continued professional development and participation in skills development and lifelong learning to strive for continuous improvement of the program.
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Some evening and weekend work may be required.
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Minimal travel may be required.
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This position is subject to all applicable terms and conditions of the collective agreement between the Governors of the University of Alberta and the Non-Academic Staff Association (NASA).
This position offers a comprehensive benefits package.
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