Community Life Coordinator (Undergraduate) (Full-Time)

Position Purpose

The Community Life Coordinator (Undergraduate) henceforth Coordinator provides oversight to most co- and extra-curricular student programming for Tyndale University (Undergraduate Studies).

Working closely with student representatives across the organization, the Coordinator advises, coordinates, and assists with student-related events and programs while providing counsel, leadership development, and mentoring for student leaders.

The Coordinator assists in planning and coordinating other campus-wide events and programs, including orientation activities.

Primary Responsibilities

People Management

• Coordinates the hiring and training of Tyndale University Undergraduate Student Association (TUUSA) officers, Resident Advisors, House Leaders, and Commuter Representatives
• Oversees officers of the TUUSA (Executive team and Event Coordinators)
• Oversees officers of the Tyndale University Representative Council
• Contributes to the leadership development and spiritual formation for undergraduate student leadership members and Rep Council.
• Assists in developing structures and initiatives to equip student leaders in growing their skills as event programmers and people managers.
• Ensures various duties and events are carried out according to the mission and vision of Tyndale University and the Department of Student Development.

Student Programming

• Provides direction and support to the development of programs, activities and events that encourage on-campus and commuter students to develop holistically.
• Assists in coordinating CULTIVATE new student orientation program
• Assists in coordinating new student orientation program for students
• Oversees House system and the implementation of its programs
• Develops activities and programming that contribute to student retention and the fostering of student community development
• Contributes to and assists with the coordination of Student Development-related campus events and programs that are inclusive of the entire student body
• Maintains pertinent website(s) and social media accounts
• Collaborates with other departments, including Academics, Alumni, Conference & Campus Services, Marketing, and Admissions

Student Development

• Contributes to undergraduate student leadership training.
• Attends and participates in regular department meetings and conferences as deemed necessary.
• Works collaboratively with other departments to provide services, support, and programs for Tyndale students.
• Ensures regular and timely communication of student activities and events to other departments and the wider Tyndale community.

Position Qualifications

Education

• Undergraduate degree
• Graduate degree in Higher Education, Student Development, Counselling, or Biblical Studies / Theology (preferred)

Experience

• Minimum of three years’ experience in student development / higher education work
• Managerial experience
• Experience working with young adults

Skills and Abilities

• Good problem solving skills
• Strong planning ability
• Strong communication skills (verbal and written)
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Ability to problem solve and multi-task
• First Aid and CPR certification (preferred)
• Mental Health First Aid certification (preferred)
• Strong administrative skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Teams, Excel, and social media platforms such as Instagram and Facebook

Personal Characteristics

• Professionalism and tact ability to interact with students, their families, and colleagues
• Strong listening skills
• Team oriented with ability to take initiative
• A keen desire to serve the Tyndale community, local church, and family and friends. A firm commitment to Tyndale’s mission, values, Statement of Faith and Community Standards.

Physical and Mental Demands

• General office environment and office equipment
• Ability to problem solve, multi-task, and work with interruptions
• Ability to mentor and guide students, providing physical, mental, emotional and spiritual support
• Must be able to work flexible hours, at times working nights and weekends
• May encounter challenging people from time to time. Important to maintaining a calm and professional demeanor; listening to needs.
• Moderate - high level of stress. May result from emergency / security situations, personnel issues and disciplinary measures as required

Duties and responsibilities that do not constitute a major change may be added, deleted or changed at any time at the discretion of the supervisor either orally or in writing.

Salary Range

$44,000 to $48,500