Coordinator, Academic Program

Simon Fraser University; Burnaby; Hybrid; CAD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

7% pay in lieu of benefits

8% vacation pay

Extended health & dental plans

Professional development funds

Hybrid-work program

Job summary

Simon Fraser University is seeking a Coordinator, Academic Program for the School of Computing Science in Burnaby. The role oversees delivery of programs and supports managers, directors, and faculty in curriculum changes and student advisement.

The position requires a Bachelor's degree and three years of related experience in post-secondary program administration and advising. A hybrid-work arrangement is available with APSA benefits and professional development funds.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Computing Science or a related discipline and three years of related experience, including 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.

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 manage evaluation/planning for the program.
• 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

Communication skills

Project management

Policy interpretation

Event planning

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.

We are committed to facilitating accessibility within our application and interview processes. If you require any assistance or accommodations, please contact [e-mail].