Student Engagement Manager

Dalhousie UniversityHalifax, NS

30+ days ago

Salary

CA$58,103.00–CA$77,730.00 yearly

Job description

Position Details

Position Information Position Title Student Engagement Manager Department / Unit Computer Science Location Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada Posting Number S376-23 Employee Group DPMG Position Type Term Duration of Contract (if applicable) Two Years Employment Type Full Time Full-time Equivalency (FTE) 1.0 Salary $58,103 - $77,730 per annum Classification ADM-05 Provisional Statement This is a provisional classification. Formal regular review classification procedures may be initiated at any time by the incumbent or supervisor after the incumbent has worked a minimum of six months in the role. About Dalhousie University Dalhousie University is Atlantic Canada's leading research-intensive university and a driver of the region's intellectual, social and economic development. Located in the heart of Halifax, Nova Scotia, with an Agricultural Campus in Truro / Bible Hill, Dalhousie is a truly national and international university, with more than half of our almost 21,000 students coming from outside of the province. Our 6,000 faculty and staff foster a vibrant, purpose-driven community, that celebrated 200 years of academic excellence in 2018. Job Summary The Faculty of Computer Science (FCS) offers degrees tailored to match individual interests in a high-tech discipline at the forefront of innovation. Staff work with faculty members to help build a foundation for student success as students prepare, through academics and research, for a career in one of the world's hottest growth industries. Reporting to the Director of Engagement & Communications, the Student Engagement Manager plays an essential role in achieving the Faculty of Computer Science's strategic plan by developing and executing the student transition and engagement plan for all current students across undergraduate and graduate programs in the Faculty. Key Responsibilities

Develop and execute an annual Student Engagement operational plan and strategy, in collaboration with faculty members, staff, student societies and Student Affairs, that creates programming, opportunities, events and activities that will improve upon the student experience.
Responsible for the planning and execution of pre-arrival and orientation programming for all new computer science students.
Plan and coordinate student-facing events in collaboration with faculty members, staff, and central student services such as the Bissett Centre and the SITE Co-op Office.
Recruit and supervise two part-time Student Engagement Assistants and several student ambassadors to leverage student programming.
Develop, implement, evaluate, and report on a comprehensive international and equity deserving student support programming strategy. Identify pathways of support for international and equity deserving student transition from post-secondary education to the workplace.
Act as the point of contact for international and equity deserving students looking for support, resources, and information within the Faculty.

Note The successful applicant will be eligible for hybrid work (combination of in-person work on campus and remote work) as agreed by all parties based on operational requirements and university guidelines. Required Qualifications

Undergraduate degree with three to five years' related experience with a preference given to candidates with experience working in a post-secondary environment (or an equivalent combination of training an experience).

Strong organizational skills, ability to work independently, strategic thinking,

Excellent communication skills - interpersonal, verbal and written.

Working knowledge of computer applications particularly with MS Office, email, and social media is required.

Experience in some or all of the following : public speaking, event planning, marketing, project management.

Assets

Experience in a post-secondary environment.

Direct knowledge of post-secondary education and computer science programs in Canada and Internationally.

Masters degree.

Job Competencies The successful candidate is expected to demonstrate proficiency in Dalhousie's core and leadership competencies (https : / / www.dal.ca / dept / leaders.html), in particular :

Respect & Inclusion

Adaptability

Knowledge & Thinking Skills

Communication

Service Additional Information Dalhousie University supports a healthy and balanced lifestyle. Our total compensation package includes a defined benefit pension plan, health and dental plans, a health spending account, an employee and family assistance program and a tuition assistance program. Application Consideration Applications from current university employees and external candidates are assessed concurrently. Current university employees will be given special consideration.

We sincerely appreciate all applications and note that only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted directly by the hiring department or Human Resources. Diversity Statement Dalhousie University commits to achieving inclusive excellence through continually championing equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility. The university encourages applications from Indigenous persons (especially Mi'kmaq), persons of Black / African descent (especially African Nova Scotians), and members of other racialized groups, persons with disabilities, women, persons identifying as members of 2SLGBTQIA+ communities, and all candidates who would contribute to the diversity of our community. For more information, please visit www.dal.ca / hiringfordiversity . Posting Detail Information Number of Vacancies 1 Open Date 09 / 27 / 2023 Close Date 10 / 11 / 2023 Open Until Filled No Special Instructions to Applicant Quick Link for Direct Access to Posting https : / / dal.peopleadmin.ca / postings / 14755

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Required Documents

Résumé / Curriculum Vitae (CV)

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Cover Letter