Coordinator, Student Community Development

University of Toronto; Toronto; On-site; CAD 67,000 - 87,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Canadian university is seeking a Coordinator for Student Community Development. This role involves planning and implementing community-building initiatives for students, promoting events, and advising student groups. The ideal candidate will hold a Bachelor’s degree and have at least two years of relevant experience in student life programming. This is a full-time position with a salary ranging from $67,916 to $86,855 annually.

Qualifications

• Minimum two years in student life programming, preferably in a college or university setting.
• Experience working with student government.
• Experience in developing workshops aimed at student development.

Responsibilities

• Liaising with internal and external contacts to coordinate execution of seminars and workshops.
• Promoting events and programs to students.
• Advising student groups on the development of clubs and societies.

Skills

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Excellent computer skills

Strong organizational skills

Team player

Education

Bachelor's Degree or equivalent

Tools

MS Office Suite

Adobe Creative Suite

Drupal/WordPress

Job description

Coordinator, Student Community Development

Date Posted: 09/26/2025
Req ID: 45318
Faculty/Division: University College
Department: Dean of Students
Campus: St. George (Downtown Toronto)
Position Number: 00049214

Description:

About us:
The Faculty of Arts & Science is the heart of Canada’s leading university and one of the most comprehensive and diverse academic divisions in the world. The strength of Arts & Science derives from our combined teaching and research excellence in the humanities, sciences and social sciences across 29 departments, seven colleges and 46 interdisciplinary centres, institutes and programs.

University College is the founding college of the University of Toronto. Our welcoming community is built on traditions of openness, inclusivity and diversity. Our student programs address issues of social justice from a variety of perspectives and help students develop the skills to apply what they learn in the classroom to the world around them. We are also home to professors committed to undergraduate education from a range of disciplines, who are leading researchers in their fields. Students, faculty, staff and alumni at University College work together to ensure that all thrive in our vibrant community.

We can only realize our mission with the dedication and excellence of engaged staff and faculty. The diversity of opportunities and perspectives within the Faculty reflect the local and global landscape and the need for curiosity, innovative thinking and collaboration. At Arts & Science, we take pride in our legacy of innovation and discovery that has changed the way we think about the world.

Your opportunity:
Under the general direction of the Assistant to the Dean of Students, Senior Administration Coordinator and reporting to the Dean of Students, the Coordinator, Student Community Development (CSCD) is responsible for the planning and implementation of community building and programming initiatives for University College students – with a primary focus on off-campus students. The CSCD works collaboratively with professional staff, student staff, student groups and student organizations as well faculty members across the College to coordinate UC\'s Commuter Student Centre and support student activities and student services available in the UC Union.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Liaising with internal and external contacts to coordinate execution of seminars and workshops
• Fostering and maintaining networks to build capacity and collaboration
• Promoting events and programs to students
• Advising student groups on the development of clubs and societies
• Advising student groups on the application of relevant policies and procedures
• Providing advice and support to students and mentors on program delivery matters
• Screening and making referrals to appropriate resources and services
• Directing the activities of casual staff

Essential Qualifications:

• Bachelor\'s Degree, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Minimum two (2) years in student life programming, preferably in a college or university setting.
• Experience working with student government.
• Experience in developing and delivering workshops aimed at student development and wellbeing.
• Experience with executing events and handling of event expenses.
• Experience in directing casual staff members.
• Experience using web based programs to promote events.
• Experience in building networks and communities both in person and online.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent computer skills in: MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), E-mail (Outlook), electronic calendar organizer (Outlook), social media (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram etc.), Adobe Acrobat, Adobe Creative Suite, Drupal/WordPress or similar content management systems.
• Demonstrated strong student service orientation and experience fostering equity, diversity and inclusion in a post-secondary environment.
• Demonstrated strong organizational and time-management skills.

To be successful in this role you will be:

• Approachable
• Diplomatic
• Multi-tasker
• Organized
• Proactive
• Team player

Note:

This is a term position ending in September 2027.

This role is not currently eligible for a hybrid work arrangement, pursuant to University policies and guidelines, including but not limited to the University of Toronto’s Alternative Work Arrangements Guideline.

Closing Date: 10/06/2025, 11:59PM ET
Employee Group: USW
Appointment Type: Budget - Term
Schedule: Full-Time
Pay Scale Group & Hiring Zone:
USW Pay Band 09 -- $67,916. with an annual step progression to a maximum of $86,855. Pay scale and job class assignment is subject to determination pursuant to the Job Evaluation/Pay Equity Maintenance Protocol.
Job Category: Student Services

Lived Experience Statement
Candidates who are members of Indigenous, Black, racialized and 2SLGBTQ+ communities, persons with disabilities, and other equity deserving groups are encouraged to apply, and their lived experience shall be taken into consideration as applicable to the posted position.

Diversity Statement

The University of Toronto embraces Diversity and is building a culture of belonging that increases our capacity to effectively address and serve the interests of our global community. We strongly encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples, Black and racialized persons, women, persons with disabilities, and people of diverse sexual and gender identities. We value applicants who have demonstrated a commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion and recognize that diverse perspectives, experiences, and expertise are essential to strengthening our academic mission.

As part of your application, you will be asked to complete a brief Diversity Survey. This survey is voluntary. Any information directly related to you is confidential and cannot be accessed by search committees or human resources staff. Results will be aggregated for institutional planning purposes. For more information, please see http://uoft.me/UP

Accessibility Statement

The University strives to be an equitable and inclusive community, and proactively seeks to increase diversity among its community members. Our values regarding equity and diversity are linked with our unwavering commitment to excellence in the pursuit of our academic mission.

The University is committed to the principles of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). As such, we strive to make our recruitment, assessment and selection processes as accessible as possible and provide accommodations as required for applicants with disabilities.

If you require any accommodations at any point during the application and hiring process, please contact [e-mail].