Experiential Learning Coordinator

Date Posted: 03/13/2025
Req ID: 42148
Faculty/Division: UofT Scarborough
Department: UTSC:Department-Management
Campus: University of Toronto Scarborough (UTSC)
Position Number: 00043734

About us:

The University of Toronto Scarborough is a place of energy, enthusiasm and passion. Our commitment to inclusive excellence attracts the brightest learners, scholars and employees from around the globe. Our success has been made possible by the opportunity given to us by our Indigenous hosts to operate on their territory, and we cherish our continuing partnerships with these communities. The University of Toronto Scarborough is an exciting campus with unlimited potential. Join us on our journey.

UTSC Management is a world leader in providing business education that is heavily influenced by experiential learning and internationalization. The goal of UTSC Management is to create opportunities for our students to learn and experience leadership by applying the latest management theory to real-world problems both inside and outside the classroom.

This search aligns with the University’s commitment to strategically and proactively promote diversity among our community members (Statement on Equity, Diversity & Excellence). Recognizing that Black, Indigenous, and other Racialized communities have experienced inequities that have developed historically and are ongoing, we strongly welcome and encourage candidates from those communities to apply.

Your opportunity:

Under the general direction of the Student Experience, Team Lead, the Experiential Learning Coordinator supports the coordination and implementation of a wide range of co-curricular supports designed to promote the active engagement of and leadership within Management and Economics students in order to ensure a positive student experience throughout and beyond their undergraduate degree. The incumbent is also responsible for recommending and implementing a variety of initiatives that support student leadership and skills relevant to undergraduate business study through experiential education programming, communication and professional skills development. The Experiential Learning Coordinator advises and works with the Department of Management’s Departmental Student Association (Management and Economics Students’ Association – MESA) and its associated clubs in support of delivering events and services that benefit UTSC Management students and are aligned with the strategic direction of the Department.

The Experiential Learning Coordinator is an essential liaison between the students and the Department of Management. They develop and maintain effective and collaborative relationships with faculty, alumni, staff and community partners in the delivery of relevant, student experiential programming.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Planning and implementing curricular and/or co-curricular programs and activities to enhance the academic and professional development of all students served by the Department.
• Planning and overseeing the implementation of an ongoing evaluation framework for programs and initiatives to maximize positive outcomes for students.
• Advising student groups on the development of clubs and societies.
• Keeping well-informed on theories related to equity, diversity and inclusion.
• Interpreting and applying student and university policies and procedures when advising students and making independent decisions.
• Developing strategies and content for marketing and/or promotional materials that maximize outreach to students. Conceptualizing, organizing and executing event activities.
• Monitoring accounts for student projects and programs.
• Assigning, training and checking the work of student leaders and work-study students to maintain our commitment to providing the “experience to lead”.

Essential Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree or an acceptable equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Minimum 4 years’ experience working directly with student in a co-curricular setting within a post-secondary environment.
• Demonstrated knowledge in student development theory and experiential education.
• Experience with providing professional development opportunities, budgeting and financial management.
• Demonstrated communication, project management, volunteer management, conflict resolution, problem solving and customer service skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, able to build effective partnerships with colleagues and students.
• Strong analytical skills and working knowledge of survey development, administration and analysis.
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a larger team in a fast-paced, service-oriented environment.
• Tact, judgment and patience in dealing with students and other stakeholders.
• Particularly strong ability to balance multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Demonstrated public speaking and presentation skills. Highly motivated, self-starter with creative thinking skills.
• Must be able to stay organized, multi-task and meet deadlines; and exercise accuracy and attention to detail.
• Demonstrated behaviour that indicates personal commitment to innovation, teamwork, flexibility and integrity.
• Applicants are also expected to show evidence of a commitment to equity, diversity, inclusion, and the promotion of a respectful and collegial learning and working environment.

Assets (Nonessential):

• Strong knowledge of University policies and procedures is an asset.
• Experience working with faculty and alumni an asset.

To be successful in this role you will be:

• Adaptable
• Approachable
• Multi-tasker
• Possess a positive attitude
• Proactive
• Team player

Notes:

• A copy of the full job description is available upon request from the UTSC HR Office.
• 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 Guide.

Closing Date: 03/24/2025, 11:59PM ET
Employee Group: USW 
Appointment Type: Budget - Continuing 
Schedule: Full-Time
Pay Scale Group & Hiring Zone:  
USW Pay Band 12 -- $79,874. with an annual step progression to a maximum of $102,147. 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.