Job Description

Job Title

Coordinator, Practicum & Academic Advising

Requisition #

997922.2

Job Type

Limited Term (for any group)

Position End Date (if applicable)

2/14/2025

Location:

MRU Main Campus - Calgary, AB T3E 6K6 CA (Primary)

Posting

About MRU

Founded in 1910 and located in Calgary, Alberta, Canada, Mount Royal University grew into a vibrant college in the 1930s and became a mid-sized university in 2009. Mount Royal has carved out a distinct niche by offering smaller class sizes, a robust liberal education and unique undergraduate programs. Currently, more than 15,000 credit students choose from 13 bachelor degrees and 38 majors.

Mount Royal University is located in the traditional territories of the Niitsitapi (Blackfoot) and the people of the Treaty 7 region in southern Alberta, which includes the Siksika, the Piikani, the Kainai, the Tsuut\'ina and the Iyarhe Nakoda. We are situated on land where the Bow River meets the Elbow River. The traditional Blackfoot name of this place is "Mohkinstsis," which we now call the city of Calgary. The city of Calgary is also home to the M\xc3\xa9tis Nation.

Mount Royal University is committed to removing barriers and fostering the inclusion of voices that have been historically underrepresented or discouraged in our society. In support of our belief that diversity in our faculty and staff enriches the work, learning and research experiences for the entire campus community, we strongly encourage members of the designated groups (women, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, members of visible minorities, and diverse sexual orientation and gender identities) to apply and self-identify.

About the School of Nursing & Midwifery

A leader in innovative teaching strategies and outstanding practical instruction, Mount Royal University\'s School of Nursing and Midwifery prepares students to make a difference in the health and well-being of Canadians.

The School of Nursing and Midwifery offers the following programs: Bachelor of Nursing, Bachelor of Midwifery, the Bridge to Canadian Nursing and the Advanced Studies in Critical Care Nursing Certificate.

About the Role

Reporting to the Bachelor of Midwifery Interim Acting Director, the Coordinator, Practicum and Academic Advising is responsible for the majority of student service related activities within the Bachelor of Midwifery (BMid) program. They play a key role in day-to-day program operation and ensure that students have the information and resources they need to succeed. The Coordinator, Practicum and Academic Advising is responsible for coordinating all practicum placements and related activities for BMid students. They advise prospective, new and current BMid students, ensuring they progress through the program, understand university policies and procedures, and will meet graduation and registration requirements. The Coordinator, Practicum and Academic Advising is responsible for developing and updating student related resources, they act as the program\'s Instructional Assistant and coordinate scheduling activities for the Bachelor of Midwifery.

This position is a full-time, limited term role working 35 hours per week, ending February 14, 2025.

Responsibilities

• Practicum Coordinator will act as liaison between the Bachelor of Midwifery program and all practicum placements to ensure that all students complete their practicum requirements for successful completion of their program.
• Plan, conduct and coordinate group advising sessions for Bachelor of Midwifery Program.
• Ongoing advising for returning students, will participate in meetings tracking student progression through the program.
• Career advising for prospective students, responsible for arranging and coordinating the enrolment process.
• Website management and updating
• Scheduling of classes and exams

Qualifications

• 3 or 4 year Bachelor degree or equivalent
• Highly organized with attention to detail
• Strong written, interpersonal and communication skills
• Strong critical thinking, problem-solving and conflict resolution skills
• Capacity to adapt to a quickly changing environment
• Proven ability to exercise sound judgement, demonstrate initiative, prioritize work, multi-task and manage time effectively
• Excellent customer service/public relations skills with the ability to respond effectively to a range of different personalities
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with faculty, staff and external stakeholders
• Ability to work well with members of the Bachelor of Midwifery team as well as members of the School of Nursing and Midwifery
• Excellent computer and software technology skills
• Three to five years previous student advising experience preferred
• Familiarity with various Mount Royal departments and roles of Mount Royal staff and faculty preferred.

**Please note: There is a Strong Internal Candidate for this role.

What We Offer

Talented and committed employees are the driving force behind student success. We strive to be an employer of choice among Canadian post-secondary institutions.

At Mount Royal University, we recognize that people are a combination of many intersecting identities; we work to cultivate an environment that welcomes the whole person, and harnesses the strength that is available in our diversity, creating a rich and inclusive workplace.

Investing in the learning and development of our employees benefits the individual and the University. A variety of services, resources and programs encourage a healthy, productive workplace. Mount Royal University offers a competitive total compensation package including health and dental benefits, pension, health and personal spending accounts, paid vacation, winter holiday closure, personal days and a free membership in our fully equipped recreation centre.

Our campus offers the convenience of a full medical clinic, dentist and pharmacy, as well as a variety of wellness services such as physiotherapists and massage therapists. Campus Recreation offers many activities, including personal training, climbing, aquatics, sports and certifications for students, employees and the public.

MRU supports full immunization as the best way to protect yourself and our campus community and strongly recommends vaccination against COVID-19.

Union: MRSA

Position Class: SAC08 Academic Services VIII

Salary: $59,675 - 75,507 per annum / $32.79-41.49 per hour

Closing Date: May 10, 2023

A cover letter and resume should be submitted in one .pdf document. Please title your .pdf document as follows: [Last Name], [Requisition Number], [Document Title].pdf (ex. Smith, 999999, CV.pdf).

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority.

Recent Mount Royal graduates who are foreign nationals may be eligible to work on campus. Please refer to the Citizenship and Immigration Canada website under Post-Graduation Employment at .

We thank all applicants for their interest. Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. After the close date, you can check on the status of your application through your Career Centre. New career opportunities arise frequently and are posted as they become available. Please check back often to view our latest postings on our Career Opportunities page. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. Mount Royal University hires on the basis of merit and is strongly committed to fostering diversity as a source of excellence, intellectual and cultural enrichment, and social strength. We welcome applications from those who would contribute to the further diversification of our staff, faculty and their scholarship including but not limited to Indigenous Peoples, women, persons with disabilities and persons of any sexual or gender identity, ethnic, national or socio-economic background, religion or age.

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