Job Description

attacks. In order to do so, you must have JavaScript enabled in your web browser otherwise this site will fail to work correctly for you. See details of your web browser for how to enable JavaScript.Current OpportunitiesAttention Safari users: This site requires cookies to function. Please click to accept the cookie. Cookies will be used strictly for the functioning of the site.Toggle navigationJob DetailsCommunity Coordinator - (01116.69)This details all the information about the job posting.Application RestrictionsFor Internal Candidates OnlyJob TypeAdministrative/ManagementPosting In effect from5/7/2024Closing Application Date19/7/2024Applications will be reviewed commencing the closing application date and may continue until the position is filled.Full/Part TimeFull TimeAdmin TypeOngoingAnticipated Start Date22/7/2024Position End Date (If Applicable)DUTIESThe Community Coordinator is the primary local representative of TRU for the communities of Barriere, Chase, Clearwater, and Kamloops. The Coordinator will provide, assist, and facilitate programming, services, initial advising, and orientation for TRU in the region. The programming offered by the Community Coordinator will depend upon community demand and may range from contract training to academic programming to non-credit courses and programs.MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES
The Community Coordinator will:

• Conduct community educational and training needs assessments; maintain contact with local educators, Indigenous groups and associations, businesses and industries, agencies, community groups, government, and others to identify program and course requirements and demands.
• Assist in identifying the need for the development of educational brokering arrangements with other institutions.
• Develop partnerships with community organizations, industry, and government agencies to provide relevant, cost-effective training.
• Develop proposals in all stages, including budgets, worksheets, marketing, etc.
• Schedule courses, create course budgets, maintain financial records, purchase supplies, and forward records to the finance department.
• Prepare contracts for the part-time instructional staff, create professional service agreements for contractors, and evaluate instructional performance for non-credit courses.
• Ensure registration, class lists, handouts, and other required resources are in place. Input class marks and ensure that certificates are completed and distributed. Resolve client and student complaints.
• As per TRU Marketing and Communications standards, assists in the development of marketing and advertising materials, including researching trends, community interests, and expectations, as well as proofing marketing materials.
• Assists in recruiting instructors, scheduling courses, booking facilities/rooms, and ensuring the layout is appropriate for the course.
• Conducts regular advertising of courses and programs via other means, i.e., newspapers, flyers, pamphlets, posters, online, social media, etc.

The successful candidate must adapt to changing situations, make quick decisions, interact with a broad cross-section of the public, understand and work within local and provincial politics, stay on task while working in isolation, and know where to locate and access information. The candidate must be a team player and contribute to the Community Education department. Occasionally, the candidate may be required to work evenings and weekends as needed. The candidate must travel between Kamloops, Barriere, Chase, and Clearwater as required.REPORTS TO
Associate Director, Community Education & Workforce DevelopmentQUALIFICATIONSREQUIRED KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS

• Two years of post-secondary education - preferably in Business or Education
• Provincial Instructor\'s Diploma preferred
• Excellent knowledge of Microsoft Office
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Significant coordination experience and project management skills
• Knowledge of marketing and accounting
• Culturally sensitive and inclusive
• Valid BC Class 5 Driver\'s License

Pay Band$76,125.00 - $87,001.00 ( Admin Pay Band BL )LocationBarriere, BC CA
Clearwater, BC CA
Kamloops, BC CA (Primary)# of Hires Needed1Organizational UnitThompson Rivers University -> Regional Centers -> Non-Credit Courses (Regions)Diversity and Inclusion Commitment:Thompson Rivers University is strongly committed to hiring based on merit with a focus on fostering diversity of thought within our community. We welcome those who would contribute to the further diversification of our staff, our faculty and its scholarship including, but not limited to, women, Indigenous, Black and People of Colour, persons with disabilities and persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity. Please note that all qualified candidates are encouraged to apply, however applications from Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.NOTE: To learn more about Thompson Rivers University or living in Kamloops or Williams Lake please visit our . External Candidates invited to interview will be required to bring a copy of their transcripts to the interview.

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