Program Coordinator, Continuing Education

University of the Fraser Valley; Abbotsford; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established educational institution is seeking a dynamic Program Coordinator to oversee Continuing Education programs. This role involves managing diverse educational offerings while ensuring departmental growth and sustainability. You will provide essential support to students throughout their educational journey, from admissions to graduation, while leading a dedicated team of instructors. The ideal candidate will possess strong community programming experience and excellent interpersonal skills, enabling them to navigate complex challenges and foster positive relationships. Join a vibrant team committed to inclusivity and excellence, shaping the future of education for thousands of students.

Benefits

Career Development Opportunities

Health and Wellness Programs

Flexible Work Arrangements

Employee Assistance Program

Tuition Reimbursement

Generous Leave Policies

Qualifications

• 3+ years of community programming experience in various roles.
• Demonstrated ability to manage complex matters under tight deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage Continuing Education programs and courses.
• Provide support across the student life cycle and maintain a qualified instructional team.

Skills

Community Programming Experience

Marketing Skills

Leadership Skills

Interpersonal Communication

Project Management

Research and Data Use

Budget Planning

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Adult Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration

Tools

Blackboard

Financial and Asset Management Software (FAST)

Student Information Systems (Banner)

MS Office Suite

Video-conferencing Tools

Social Media Platforms

Job description

The Program Coordinator oversees and manages a diverse portfolio of Continuing Education (CE) programs and courses to ensure department growth and sustainability. While mitigating risks and achieving revenue objectives, the Program Coordinator is responsible for the design, development, organization, promotion, implementation and evaluation of programs and courses while providing leadership to students, instructors, and other internal and external stakeholders to ensure the successful delivery of CE programming.

The Program Coordinator provides a high level of support across the entirety of the student life cycle, by advising students on admissions, financial aid, registration, continuance, student resources, practicum, career options, and graduation. The position provides direction on new program opportunities and updates to existing programs to meet the ever-changing needs of students, businesses, industry, and the community. To ensure a positive student experience, the Program Coordinator plays an essential role in maintaining a qualified CE instructional team.

Working on an annual recruitment cycle with peak periods throughout the year, there is a requirement for this position to manage complex matters within tight deadlines, which includes supporting students with multiple barriers and diverse needs.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Adult Education, Education, Business Administration, or a suitable related discipline from a recognized post-secondary institution required.

Minimum three (3) years community programming experience, including marketing, recruitment, planning, and program deployment.

Demonstrated ability to utilize commonly used student information, registration, and finance systems. (Blackboard preferred), Video-conferencing tools, Social Media platforms, Financial and Asset Management software (FAST preferred), Student Information Systems (Banner), and AI tools.

Superior technology skills, including the advanced use of MS Office Suite.

Demonstrated knowledge of industry, business, and community resources.

Experience in supporting entrepreneurial and revenue-generating activities.

Experience in developing and deploying marketing and external communications strategies.

Experience planning and proactively monitoring budgets.

Thorough knowledge of the post-secondary environment and continuing education structure and mandate.

Ability to manage relationships and work cooperatively with other internal units and external community groups.

Excellent written and interpersonal communication skills.

Demonstrated leadership skills.

Excellent research and data use abilities.

Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet imposed deadlines.

Dynamic, creative, self-motivated, professional, personable, and organized, with a high attention to detail.

Ability to work independently while exercising good judgment.

About UFV

The University of the Fraser Valley is located on the traditional territory of the Halq'eméylem-speaking peoples. We express our gratitude and respect for the honour of living and working in Stó:lo Tém:éxw (Stó:lo Land; Stó:lo World). In all that we do, UFV strives to support and honour the Stó:lo peoples goals of self-determination and well-being on these lands. A commitment to Indigenization and Reconciliation is core to our institutional Vision andIntegrated Strategic Plan: IYAQAWTXW — which means House of Transformation. This commitment includes the goal of centering Indigenous ways of knowing throughout our organization, recognizing our responsibilities to community, and a multi-year plan to increase the number of Indigenous faculty, staff, and administrators working at UFV.

UFV has campus locations in Abbotsford, Chilliwack, Mission, and Hope in the beautiful British Columbia, and in Chandigarh, India. Recognized as one of BC's top employers, UFV offers a combination of career and lifestyle benefits. Join a team of 1,400 passionate professionals who value integrity, inclusivity and excellence. At UFV, you will serve a vibrant community and shape the future of 15,000 students.

Indigenization, equity, and diversity are essential to our work as a university. A diverse community fosters the inclusion of voices that have been historically underrepresented and marginalized. At UFV, we are committed to recruiting a diverse workforce that represents the community we proudly serve. We encourage applications from Indigenous peoples, members of groups that experience discrimination due to race, colour, place of origin, ancestry, and/or religion, persons who identify as women and 2SLGBTQ+, and persons with disabilities. We invite applicants to complete a confidential self-identification survey as part of the application process. All questions are voluntary, with an option to decline to answer. Information will be used to support efforts to broaden the diversity of the recruitment process, and results are not shared with the selection committee. Inquiries about the survey may be directed [e-mail] . Learn more about our commitment to diversity and inclusion.

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. In an effort to be both environmentally and fiscally responsible, UFV will contact only candidates receiving an interview. We thank all applicants for considering UFV for employment. Shortlisted applicants may be required to undergo a criminal record check and/ or a verification of their education credentials.

UFV is committed to the principle of equity in employment.

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