Work Integrated Learning (WIL) Coordinator

Date Posted: 11/13/2024
Req ID: 40662
Faculty/Division: UofT Scarborough
Department: UTSC:Arts & Science Co-op Programs
Campus: University of Toronto Scarborough (UTSC)
Position Number: 00043595

Description:

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.

The University of Toronto Scarborough has been a leader in co-operative education and work integrated learning (WIL), for 50 years. Co-op and WIL give students an opportunity to apply skills learned in the classroom, and to expand their knowledge through related work experience. The Department of Arts and Science Co-op is responsible for preparing over 3000 00 undergraduate students from 58 academic areas to compete for paid co-op work term opportunities. The department is also responsible for engaging industry partners who provide these work terms. A coordinated effort among the stakeholders of student, employer, and university co-op programming contribute to the development of well qualified graduates who are prepared to assume a productive role in society. With a commitment to the equity, diversity and inclusion and the campus’ ‘Inclusive Excellence’ mission, the department works closely with academic departments and support services on campus and with employer and community partners to support students as they work to achieve their academic and co-op/integrated learning aspirations.

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 supervision of the Work Integrated Learning (WIL) Team Lead, the incumbent works in close collaboration with academic units and individual faculty members on work integrated learning experiences within academic programs, develops and fosters relations with external partners who are able to provide high-quality WIL experiences for University of Toronto Scarborough students, focusing primarily on developing academically relevant, non-co-op, community-based integrated learning experience opportunities.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Building and strengthening relationships with stakeholders and partners of strategic importance
• Developing and implementing targeted outreach initiatives that support communication strategies
• Implementing plans that support the development of work-integrated learning opportunities for students
• Consulting with instructors, administrators and student groups on the development of tailored programming needs
• Liaising with colleagues to encourage the use of best practices and consistent programming
• Providing detailed information to hosts on how to lead appropriate learning opportunities for students

Essential Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in a relevant area of study or acceptable combination of equivalent experience.
• Minimum five years' of recent and related experience in a relationship building role working with community organizations, preferably working within post-secondary environment.
• Experience in a relationship management or external relations role which includes a track record of success in building and maintaining relevant relationships, preferably in a University setting.
• Experience should include market research and analysis, a track record of success in building and maintaining relationships.
• Knowledge of service-learning and community engagement practices and demonstrated commitment to cultivating social responsibility, cultural awareness and an ethic of civic engagement.
• Strong computer skills and working knowledge of MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint and relational databases.
• Demonstrated ability to develop collaborative partnerships between and among diverse groups of people in multicultural environments.
• Proven ability to organize and handle a variety of projects, deadlines and schedules simultaneously.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with strong emphasis on influencing skills.
• Excellent presentation skills and the ability to speak to and lead targeted group presentations.
• Tact, discretion and sensitivity to confidential matters.
• Applicants are 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):

• Familiarity with Provincial mandate related to experiential learning.
• Familiarity with Customer Relationship Management (CRM) tools.

To be successful in this role you will be:

• Accountable
• Achievement oriented
• Persuasive
• Problem solver
• Resourceful
• Team player

Note:

• A full job description is available upon request from the UTSC HR Office.
• This role is 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: 11/24/2024, 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: Administrative / Managerial
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.