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Student Development Specialist-Equity - Limited TermTracking Code: req1414Faculty/Department: Office of Student LifeNumber of Positions: 1Appointment Type: Limited TermHours of Work: hours per weekSalary Range: Level 9 - Starting Salary, Step 1 $78,033Posting Date: November 28, 2024Closing Date: December 6, 2024Job Summary:The Student Development Specialist leads the development and coordination of programs and initiatives
that foster and enhance student engagement relating to equity programs across the university.Nature of work:
Reporting to the Manager, Student Engagement and Equity, the Student Development Specialist is accountable for
program development, coordination and the ongoing assessment of strategic initiatives relating to equity, diversity and inclusion, that support the successful transition of students into the university and that foster and enhance student leadership, professional skills development and peer support at Ontario Tech University.The Student Development Specialist works in close collaboration with students, student groups, faculty
and staff across the university to develop programs that support student engagement. This includes a
student leadership and professional skills development program, peer mentor programs, and orientation
and transition programs.Responsibilities/accountabilities:1. Program Planning and Development:

• Leads in the development of outcomes based educational programs relating to equity, diversity and inclusion that are designed to support the university's transition, retention and engagement strategies (i.e. orientation, leadership, mentoring, supporting traditionally underrepresented and/or marginalized groups).

• Leads the planning, development, and revision of evidence-based educational programs and initiatives in support of the university's Integrated Academic Research plan, following best practices, and identifying student needs.

• Conducts research and consulting with key collaborators for program development purposes.

• Develops learning and developmental outcomes and goals for each new program and reviews learning outcomes for existing programs.

• Utilizes universal instructional design principles, online platforms and appropriate technologies to ensure accessible programming standards are maintained.

• Assists with the development and monitoring of program budgets.

• Collaborates with campus partners to develop a comprehensive program of recognition for student leaders.

Keeps abreast of current developments and emerging trends in student affairs through active participation in conferences and workshops, professional organizations and research/literatures.2. Program Coordination and Facilitation:

• Supports the design and development of equity programs and initiatives that foster and enhance leadership and professional skills development and is responsible for the implementation of these programs across the university.

• Collaborates with campus partners (students, faculty and staff) in the development of programs and sessions.

• Coordinates logistical operations related to departmental programs, workshops and events (i.e. booking workshop facilitators and speakers, space, catering, audio-visual, parking etc.).

• Facilitates and assesses workshops

• Recruits, selects, trains, supervises and develops performance plans and assesses student staff and volunteers.

• Tracks student participation in programs and oversees the management of student data.

• Assists the Manager with the submission and maintenance of records related to unit budgets.

• Keeps abreast of current developments and emerging trends in student affairs through active participation in conferences, workshops and professional organizations.

3. Assessment:

• Formulates programmatic and activity-based learning outcomes and metrics to measure student learning and development and to demonstrate program effectiveness and success by:

• Works with colleagues and campus partners to articulate program outcomes for specific projects and develop plans to assess progress toward those outcomes.

• Engages students, faculty, and student affairs professionals in collaborative assessment, both informal and formal.

• Assists with evaluating and reporting on initiatives to determine whether efforts are meeting student needs and generating the desired outcomes, to identify unmet needs, and to inform evidence-based decisions on future programming.

4. Communication:

• Facilitates the development and implementation of communication that engages students in leadership and mentoring programs.

• Facilitates the flow of information between Student Engagement and Equity and campus stakeholders.

• Works with the Student Life Communication team to develop materials that promote events and programs.

• Oversees responses to queries from the internal and external communities related to student leadership and mentoring.

• Updates and maintains web content and online event calendar.

Required Skills:

• Demonstrated ability to apply and evaluate literature, research, institutional data and theoretical frameworks to establish evidence and outcomes-based programs and services;

• Ability to effectively advise, delegate, lead, motivate, supervise and coach student staff and volunteers;

• Ability to develop collaborative working relationships with internal and external stakeholders;

• Integrity and the ability to maintain confidential information;

• Ability to monitor financial resources including planning and allocating program budgets;
• Demonstrated facilitation skills;
• Ability to communicate with diverse communities and promote inclusion;
• Ability to work independently and in a collaborative team environment;
• Demonstrated initiative, organizational and time management skills;
• Strong judgment, flexibility and adaptability;
• Excellent computer skills including Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and internet applications and Proficiency in the use of social media platforms for research, networking and communications; and
• Ability to travel to and work out of 2 locations.

Required Education:

• Completion of a University Program consisting of Four Academic Years

• An equivalent combination of education and related experience may be considered.
• Professional degree in education with preference given to candidates with a graduate degree in student development, higher education or educational leadership.

• Verification of Academic credentials may be required

Required Experience:

• Minimum of 3 to 5 years of experience with equity, diversity and inclusion program delivery

with an emphasis on project and program development and design in a post-secondary
environment. * An equivalent combination of education and related experience may be considered.

• Knowledge of learning pedagogy and formal training and/or education in the following

areas: adult education, curriculum development, student development, leadership development; and
assessment of student affairs.How to Apply:Interested candidates should submit in electronic format a covering letter and their resume. Applications will be accepted until December 6, 2024 or until a suitable candidate is found. We appreciate all applications received; however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.This position falls within the bargaining unit represented by the Ontario Public Service Employees Union (OPSEU) and will be subject to the terms and conditions of the collective agreement between the university and the OPSEU. To the extent that policies are not included in the collective agreement, employment will also be governed by the university's policies which may also be found on our website and which may be amended from time-to-time.Ontario Tech University is actively committed to equity, diversity, inclusion, indigenization and decolonization (EDIID), and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates, while especially encouraging applications from First Nations, Metis, Inuit peoples, Indigenous peoples of North America, racialized persons, persons with disabilities, and those who identify as women and/or 2SLGBTQ+. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens, permanent residents, Indigenous Peoples in Canada, and those eligible to work in Canada, will be given priority.Ontario Tech University respects people's different needs and therefore will take all reasonable steps to ensure accommodation for applicants where appropriate. The University is also committed to ensuring that confidentiality is maintained throughout all aspects of the recruitment cycle.If you require accommodation, please contact , Health and Disability Management Specialist. For more information about the universities policies for accommodating employees with disabilities please review the university'sThe university acknowledges the lands and people of the Mississaugas of Scugog Island First Nation which is covered under the Williams Treaties. We are situated on the Traditional Territory of the Mississaugas, a branch of the greater Anishinaabeg Nation which includes Algonquin, Ojibway, Odawa and Pottawatomi.Job Location: Oshawa, Ontario, CanadaExpected Start Date: 1/6/2025Expected End Date: 10/3/2025

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