Job Description

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Hiring Unit:
McGill Executive Institute
Position Summary:
The IT-Assistant-B (Moderator) position plays an essential role for our virtual Public Enrollment, Mini-MBA and Custom programs in supporting instructors and providing client service for our executive participants. The virtual training programs are an important component of the MEI learning platform and contribute to the overall MEI revenue. We are looking to extend contracts for our Moderator Team into the Summer term.
The casual part-time temporary remote position opens the virtual meeting (Zoom, WebEx, Teams, etc.); assumes the role of host; admits participants; takes attendance; creates & launches breakout room exercises as per instructor directives; creates & launches polls; oversees the chat function for drops handout documents in the chat; manages the whiteboard and annotation; instructs participants where to locate the course evaluation link or drops the link for custom programs in the chat; at the end of the program; provides support for participants with any technical difficulties.
Other Qualifying Skills and/or Abilities:
Professional and client-focused; Experience with Zoom and WebEx online software; Able to work independently and within a team; Attention to detail and well organized; Proficient at multi-tasking; Capable of taking initiative and prioritizing tasks; Comfortable speaking in front a class; Flexible schedule (including some weekends); Available to work ~ 10-15 hrs/week. Must have access to a computer and high-speed Internet, webcam, microphone, and work from home office space.
Knowledge of French and English: McGill University is an English-language university where day-to-day duties may require English communication both verbally and in writing. The level of English required for this position has been assessed at a level # (4) on a scale of 0-4. English: spoken and written; Intermediate French: spoken and written;
Minimum Education and Experience: High School Diploma 1 Year Related Experience
Hourly Salary: (AMUSE B) $17.78
Estimated Number of Work Hours per Week: 6 (Part time)
Position Start Date: 2025-10-08
Position End Date: 2026-05-01
Deadline to Apply:
This position is covered by the AMUSE collective agreement.
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