Coordinator, Academic Program

Simon Fraser University; Burnaby; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pay in lieu of benefits

Vacation pay 8%

Health & dental plans

Professional development funds

Hybrid work program

Job summary

Simon Fraser University seeks a Coordinator, Academic Program to oversee the delivery of the School of Computing Science programs. You will support Managers and Directors, assist curriculum changes, and manage administrative and recruitment planning, plus the program's web presence and student advising.

The role involves engaging with faculty and students, excellent organizational skills, and a readiness to adapt to a hybrid work setup with APSA benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field and three years of related experience in program administration and academic advising.
• Strong organizational, analytical, problem-solving and conflict management skills.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication (verbal, written and presentation) skills.
• Excellent project management and event planning skills.
• Ability to interpret and apply policies.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the successful delivery of the academic programs in the School of Computing Science.
• Provide administrative and operational support to Managers and Directors of the Academic Programs.
• Support faculty in curriculum program changes and evaluate planning for administrative and recruitment activities.
• Oversee the Program's web presence and social media activities.
• Provide academic advice and administrative support to current and prospective students.

Skills

Program administration

Academic advising

Organizational skills

Analytical reasoning

Communication skills

Project management

Policy interpretation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Computing Science or related discipline

Job description

Who We Are

Simon Fraser University is a leading research university, advancing an inclusive and sustainable future. Our purpose – the essence of SFU – is to create and connect knowledge, learning and community for deeper understanding and meaningful impact. We are committed to fostering excellence, innovation, belonging and community in all that we do.

About the Role

The Coordinator, Academic Program, oversees the successful delivery of the academic programs in the School of Computing Science. Provides administrative and operational support to Managers and the Directors of the Academic Programs. Supports faculty in curriculum program changes, and manages the ongoing evaluation/planning of the administrative and recruitment activities for the Program, including oversight of the Program's web presence, social media activities, and provides academic advice and administrative support to current and prospective students.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Computing Science or a related discipline, and three years of related experience, including experience in program administration and academic advising within a post-secondary setting, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

• Experience in program administration and academic advising.
• Excellent organizational, analytical reasoning, problem-solving, and conflict management skills.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication (verbal, written and presentation) skills.
• Excellent project management and event planning skills.
• Ability to interpret and apply policies.

What We Offer

At SFU, our goal is to ensure our people are valued and supported by promoting a healthy work-life balance, professional growth and development, as well as a safe and respectful workplace. We offer temporary employees who belong in the Administrative & Professional Staff Association (APSA):

• An additional 7% pay in lieu of benefits & 8% vacation pay
• Employer paid extended health & dental plans
• Professional development funds (minimum contract period of 1 year)
• Hybrid-work program for eligible positions

Additional Information

The assignment end date is 2 years from start date.

SFU is an equity employer and strongly encourages applications from all qualified individuals including women, Indigenous Peoples, visible minorities, people of all sexual orientations and gender identities, persons with disabilities, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of the university.