Engineering Outreach and Community Engagement Coordinator - Limited Term

Ontario Tech University Engineering; Oshawa; On-site; CAD 79,000; Full time

Job summary

As the Engineering Outreach and Community Engagement Coordinator, you will shape impactful STEM programs for Black youth in collaboration with community partners. This limited term position at Ontario Tech University involves program development, partnership building, and overseeing delivery to ensure inclusion in engineering education.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years experience in an academic environment.
• Experience engaging youth in educational or recreational experiences.
• Must have a clear criminal record and valid First Aid certification.

Responsibilities

• Develop K-12 programming for Black youth and ensure culturally relevant delivery.
• Train and supervise outreach instructors and volunteers.
• Foster partnerships with organizations for engineering outreach.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Attention to Detail

Public Speaking

Critical Thinking

Problem Solving

Education

4 year Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Science, or STEM field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Programming Languages (Python, C, C++, HTML)

Maker Tools (3D Printers, Laser Cutters, Arduinos)

Job description

Engineering Outreach and Community Engagement Coordinator - Limited Term

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Faculty / Department : Faculty of Engineering and Applied Science

Number of Positions : 1

Appointment Type : Limited Term 12 months

Hours of Work : 35 hours per week

Salary Range : Level 8- Starting Salary, Step 1$78,038

Closing Date : July 11, 2025(7 : 00 pm EST)

Job Summary : The Engineering Outreach and Community Engagement Coordinator is responsible for developing and delivering quality and culturally-relevant K-12 programming designed specifically for Black youth.The Coordinator will train and supervise Engineering Outreach Instructors to ensure ethical, respectful and culturally sensitive program delivery of the developed outreach programming through existing school board and community partnerships. The coordinator will continually work to form new partnerships with relevant community groups and organizations that share similar values.

Nature of work :

Reporting to the Engineering Outreach Manager, the Coordinator is a high-energy leader that has an interest in STEM, tinkering, making and designing.

Responsibilities / accountabilities :

• Foster partnership relationships with organizations and community groups that focus on opportunities for Black Youth. The partnerships will collaborate to deliver programming for elementary and secondary school audiences ensuring alignment with the Ontario curriculum
• Work closely with school boards to develop a strategy for providing Black Youth with opportunities within STEM through engineering outreach programs, and create awareness about diversity and inclusion in STEM fields
• Stay up-to-date with research and new technologies that could have an impact on engineering outreach programs
• Develop and use tools to assess success of program activities. Assessment may be used to share success with other programs through papers and conferences
• Ensure the safety of all program participants
• Train and supervise Engineering Outreach Instructors (High School and Undergraduate students) and volunteers to deliver Black Youth programs
• Engage with school boards, school administrators, and teachers in actively promoting engineering outreach programs and to identify the needs of the audience
• Prepare and deliver reports, maintain accurate records of participants, and manage data related to K-12 engineering outreach events, and any related programs
• Support other Engineering Outreach programs, as needed

Required Skills :

• Attention to detail and excellent interpersonal skills
• Has a lived experience as a Black person and a strong connection with Black communities
• Has an aptitude for industrial design, engineering, computer programming, tinkering, building, and a passion for STEM subjects
• Is energized by talking to the public, comfortable speaking in English
• Serve as a positive role model for youth in Black communities
• Can create and maintain an inclusive and safe space for ALL youth
• Has a strong work ethic, and a demonstrated ability to be professional and punctual
• Is confident using Microsoft Office suite of applications (Word, PowerPoint and Excel), Google Tools, Maker Tools (3D Printers, Laser Cutters, Arduinos, etc), basic programming languages (Python, C, C++, HTML), and updating social media channels
• Thinks critically and solves problems creatively and efficiently
• Can effectively communicate technical concepts to a variety of stakeholders
• Must have a clear criminal record and vulnerable sector check and valid First Aid and CPR-C
• Able to lift and move objects as heavy as 50 lbs.
• Must be willing to ensure that all of vaccines are up to date as per the federal vaccination guide for child care workers

Required Education :

• Must have a 4 year Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Science, a STEM field, or Education
• A combination of education and experience may be considered for this role
• Verification of Academic credentials may be required

Required Experience :

• 1-3 years experience in an academic environment, including knowledge of university policies and procedures
• Has experience engaging youth in educational or recreational experiences
• Previous experience with Actua or Actua Network Member is considered an asset
• Must be able to deliver educational programs in a classroom environment in English

How to Apply :

Interested candidates should submit in electronic format a covering letter and their resume. Applications will be accepteduntil July 11, 2025or until a suitable candidate is found. We appreciate all applications received; however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

This position falls within the bargaining unit represented by the Ontario Public Service Employees Union (OPSEU) and will be subject to the terms and conditions of the collective agreement between the university and the OPSEU. To the extent that policies are not included in the collective agreement, employment will also be governed by the university’s policies which may also be found on our websitehttps : / / ontariotechu.caand which may be amended from time-to-time.

Ontario Tech University is actively committed to equity, diversity, inclusion, indigenization and decolonization (EDIID), and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates, while especially encouraging applications from First Nations, Metis, Inuit peoples, Indigenous peoples of North America, racialized persons, persons with disabilities, and those who identify as women and / or 2SLGBTQ+.All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens, permanent residents, Indigenous Peoples in Canada, and those eligible to work in Canada, will be given priority.

Ontario Tech University respects people's different needs and therefore will take all reasonable steps to ensure accommodation for applicants where appropriate. The University is also committed to ensuring that confidentiality is maintained throughout all aspects of the recruitment cycle.

If you require accommodation, please contactJulie Day, Health and Disability Management Specialist.For more informationabout the universities policies for accommodating employees with disabilities please review the university’sAccessibility Policy

The university acknowledges the lands and people of the Mississaugas of Scugog Island First Nation which is covered under the Williams Treaties. We are situated on the Traditional Territory of theMississaugas, a branch of the greater Anishinaabeg Nation which includes Algonquin, Ojibway, Odawa and Pottawatomi.

Expected Start Date : 8 / 11 / 2025

ExpectedEnd Date : 8 / 10 / 2026

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