Program Coordinator, Distance Education Program , Faculty of Education and Health

Required Position

Full-Time Temporary Appointment

Responsibilities

Reporting to the Business Manager for the Faculty of Education and Health, the incumbent will advise individuals interested in enrolling in the program, explain academic regulations, admission requirements, and provide academic support and guidance to members of the student body.

• Participate in School program reviews (ex. IQAP, accreditation self-studies, etc.)
• Recruitment and orientation of professors and faculty/clinical advisors;
• Update relevant program documents and facilitate course updates;
• Identify, plan, organize and evaluate student placements; develop a placement affiliation agreement with the agency, ensure that students meet the agency’s requirements and supply documentation as needed
• Assess and approve students’ requests and ensure follow-up for admission
• Provides academic advice on course selection, program pathways
• Advocate for student as necessary with Admission, Registrar, Fees, etc.
• Plan and participate in recruitment, promotional and career fairs
• Prepare promotional materials with help from Communications
• Travel to meet with various stakeholders to facilitate professional development opportunities
• Coordinate efforts to connect with the student community, network and engage them in their learning, their program and build a connection with the university.
• Prepare reports on enrolments, student feedback, etc.
• Participate in meetings regarding course development and program reviews
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• A Bachelor’s degree in Nursing, or a Bachelor’s degree in a related discipline such as health, social sciences, or education (an asset)
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to work as part of a team
• Initiative and resourcefulness
• Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills
• High level of computer skills
• On campus presence is required
• Ability to work fluently (verbal and written) in both official languages, French and English, is an
  asset.

The official University hours of operation shall be from 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, during, and including, the months from September to April, and from 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Monday
through Friday during and including May to August., amounting to thirty-three and three-quarter (33.75) hours per week.

Laurentian University has adopted a formal Policy on Flexible Work Arrangements, which supports remote work plans based on operational considerations. At Laurentian University, we recognize that work-life balance is essential for both personal well-being and professional success. Our policy offers employees some flexibility to better balance personal needs while maintaining effective service delivery.