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| Reference #: | 28484 |
| Position Type: | Full-time |
| Location: | London, ON |
| Date Posted: | Dec 01, 2022 |
| Experience: | 2 Years |
| Education: | University Degree |
Job Description
Classification & Regular Hours
Hours per Week: 35
Salary Grade: 13
Please note, this position is grant funded.
About Western
Western University delivers an academic experience second to none. Western challenges the best and
brightest faculty, staff and students to commit to the highest global standards. Our research excellence
expands knowledge and drives discovery with real-world application. Western attracts individuals with a broad
worldview, seeking to study, influence and lead in the international community. Since 1878, The Western
Experience has combined academic excellence with life-long opportunities for intellectual, social and cultural
growth in order to better serve our communities.
About Us
The Faculty of Engineering is dedicated to the advancement of learning through teaching and research and to
the discovery and application of knowledge in selected engineering disciplines. It seeks to develop people with
talents and skills who will provide internationally significant leadership to serve the interests of society. The
mission of the Outreach and Recruitment unit in the Office of the Dean is to connect the external community to
engineering and recruitment of the best and the brightest to engineering. The Office strives to deliver programs
and services to youth (K-12) and their stakeholders to garner and support an interest in Science, Technology,
Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) that ultimately will lead to become a student within Western
Engineering.
Responsibilities
The Indigenous Recruitment Coordinator is responsible for the recruitment, admissions and retention of future
Indigenous students in the Faculty of Engineering. The role will support recruitment activities focused on
increasing Indigenous enrollment at Western University, and will place priority on culturally relevant
approaches to creating relationships within Indigenous communities focused on development of pathways to
post-secondary education for Indigenous people. The Coordinator will act as a point of contact for prospective
Indigenous students regarding applications and admissions procedures, policies, funding sources, and
transitions and will ensure that the necessary support, information, documentation and resources are available.
The role plans, organizes, and executes engineering recruitment, admissions and retention activities, including
large events, admission activities and retention strategies in order to increase enrollment and awareness of
Western Engineering and it's programs to Indigenous populations. The role will be instrumental in initiating new
forms of engagement for Indigenous recruitment, coordinating recruitment activities and retention strategies,
and delivering programming for prospective and incoming Indigenous students, working with Indigenous
communities to leverage their reach to further the goals and impact of these programs.
Qualifications
Education:
- Bachelor’s Degree; in Education, Engineering, or Science preferred
Experience:
- 2 years' experience working in a University (post-secondary) environment building strong relationships with
students, faculty, staff and the community
- Human Resources, recruiting or counselling experience, specifically in relation to recruiting highly qualified
personnel (students)
- Proven sales/marketing/public relations experience with selling a program, product or concept
- Experience working with Indigenous youth and Indigenous communities with a focus on education
- Experience coordinating Indigenous student and/or youth events and programs with demonstrated
experience in public speaking with outstanding presentation skills
- Mental Health training and exposure and experience working with at-risk populations (physical and mental)
- Preference will be given to candidates who self-identify as Indigenous (First Nations, Metis, and Inuit in
Canada) with lived experience
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
- Thorough understanding of Indigenous post-secondary student educational needs, policies, issues, and
implications in Canada
- A deep understanding of local Indigenous communities, organizations, and cultural protocols and practices
is an asset
- Strong understanding of Indigenous histories, traditions and cultures
- Knowledge of post-secondary programs, protocols and processes related to admissions with familiarity with
Indigenous Student Services and Indigenous admission practices across the post-secondary sector
- Familiarity with social media and technology platforms relevant to engaging Indigenous students
- Ability to plan and manage events of various sizes; familiarity with large scale events an asset
- Project management skills, with the ability to meet tight deadlines and perform well under pressure
- Ability to effectively present information, and conduct training sessions and workshops
- Compelling and persuasive communication skills to engage individuals and teams inside and outside the
University
- Ability to act on new information and effectively contribute in a changing environment
- Communication skills with an ability to clearly express ideas in an objective manner, complete detailed
analytics and reports and adapt communication style to suit the situation and audience
- Ability to understand Indigenous student and community needs and expectations and provide excellent
service to directly and indirectly satisfy expectations
- Detail-oriented with an ability to function and process information with high levels of accuracy
- A well-defined sense of diplomacy, including solid negotiation and conflict resolution skills
- Ability to work within a flexible schedule to accommodate the University’s events and activities
- Intermediate computer skills in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint), with Adobe
Acrobat, with content management systems (such as Cascade), with applications and databases to input,
organize and analyze data (such as Access, Qualtrics, PeopleSoft HE)
- Must have a valid Class G drivers license and access to a car is preferable; Must be willing to travel within
Southwestern Ontario on a regular basis and be willing to travel nationally (infrequently)
Interested applicants are asked to visit https://recruit.uwo.ca for further information and to apply online referencing job #28484 by 11:59PM on January 8, 2023.
Background Checks
Please note, successful applicants will be required to produce a current, clean driving abstract, as well as
a current vulnerable sector record check(s) from a police service prior to commencing employment.
Western Values Diversity
The University invites applications from all qualified individuals. Western is committed to employment equity
and diversity in the workplace and welcomes applications from women, members of racialized groups/visible
minorities, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation, and persons of any
gender identity or gender expression.
Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If you
require accommodations for interviews or other meetings, please contact Human Resources at
hrhelp@uwo.ca or phone 519-661-2194.
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those chosen for an interview will be contacted
Hours per Week: 35
Salary Grade: 13
Please note, this position is grant funded.
About Western
Western University delivers an academic experience second to none. Western challenges the best and
brightest faculty, staff and students to commit to the highest global standards. Our research excellence
expands knowledge and drives discovery with real-world application. Western attracts individuals with a broad
worldview, seeking to study, influence and lead in the international community. Since 1878, The Western
Experience has combined academic excellence with life-long opportunities for intellectual, social and cultural
growth in order to better serve our communities.
About Us
The Faculty of Engineering is dedicated to the advancement of learning through teaching and research and to
the discovery and application of knowledge in selected engineering disciplines. It seeks to develop people with
talents and skills who will provide internationally significant leadership to serve the interests of society. The
mission of the Outreach and Recruitment unit in the Office of the Dean is to connect the external community to
engineering and recruitment of the best and the brightest to engineering. The Office strives to deliver programs
and services to youth (K-12) and their stakeholders to garner and support an interest in Science, Technology,
Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) that ultimately will lead to become a student within Western
Engineering.
Responsibilities
The Indigenous Recruitment Coordinator is responsible for the recruitment, admissions and retention of future
Indigenous students in the Faculty of Engineering. The role will support recruitment activities focused on
increasing Indigenous enrollment at Western University, and will place priority on culturally relevant
approaches to creating relationships within Indigenous communities focused on development of pathways to
post-secondary education for Indigenous people. The Coordinator will act as a point of contact for prospective
Indigenous students regarding applications and admissions procedures, policies, funding sources, and
transitions and will ensure that the necessary support, information, documentation and resources are available.
The role plans, organizes, and executes engineering recruitment, admissions and retention activities, including
large events, admission activities and retention strategies in order to increase enrollment and awareness of
Western Engineering and it's programs to Indigenous populations. The role will be instrumental in initiating new
forms of engagement for Indigenous recruitment, coordinating recruitment activities and retention strategies,
and delivering programming for prospective and incoming Indigenous students, working with Indigenous
communities to leverage their reach to further the goals and impact of these programs.
Qualifications
Education:
- Bachelor’s Degree; in Education, Engineering, or Science preferred
Experience:
- 2 years' experience working in a University (post-secondary) environment building strong relationships with
students, faculty, staff and the community
- Human Resources, recruiting or counselling experience, specifically in relation to recruiting highly qualified
personnel (students)
- Proven sales/marketing/public relations experience with selling a program, product or concept
- Experience working with Indigenous youth and Indigenous communities with a focus on education
- Experience coordinating Indigenous student and/or youth events and programs with demonstrated
experience in public speaking with outstanding presentation skills
- Mental Health training and exposure and experience working with at-risk populations (physical and mental)
- Preference will be given to candidates who self-identify as Indigenous (First Nations, Metis, and Inuit in
Canada) with lived experience
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
- Thorough understanding of Indigenous post-secondary student educational needs, policies, issues, and
implications in Canada
- A deep understanding of local Indigenous communities, organizations, and cultural protocols and practices
is an asset
- Strong understanding of Indigenous histories, traditions and cultures
- Knowledge of post-secondary programs, protocols and processes related to admissions with familiarity with
Indigenous Student Services and Indigenous admission practices across the post-secondary sector
- Familiarity with social media and technology platforms relevant to engaging Indigenous students
- Ability to plan and manage events of various sizes; familiarity with large scale events an asset
- Project management skills, with the ability to meet tight deadlines and perform well under pressure
- Ability to effectively present information, and conduct training sessions and workshops
- Compelling and persuasive communication skills to engage individuals and teams inside and outside the
University
- Ability to act on new information and effectively contribute in a changing environment
- Communication skills with an ability to clearly express ideas in an objective manner, complete detailed
analytics and reports and adapt communication style to suit the situation and audience
- Ability to understand Indigenous student and community needs and expectations and provide excellent
service to directly and indirectly satisfy expectations
- Detail-oriented with an ability to function and process information with high levels of accuracy
- A well-defined sense of diplomacy, including solid negotiation and conflict resolution skills
- Ability to work within a flexible schedule to accommodate the University’s events and activities
- Intermediate computer skills in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint), with Adobe
Acrobat, with content management systems (such as Cascade), with applications and databases to input,
organize and analyze data (such as Access, Qualtrics, PeopleSoft HE)
- Must have a valid Class G drivers license and access to a car is preferable; Must be willing to travel within
Southwestern Ontario on a regular basis and be willing to travel nationally (infrequently)
Interested applicants are asked to visit https://recruit.uwo.ca for further information and to apply online referencing job #28484 by 11:59PM on January 8, 2023.
Background Checks
Please note, successful applicants will be required to produce a current, clean driving abstract, as well as
a current vulnerable sector record check(s) from a police service prior to commencing employment.
Western Values Diversity
The University invites applications from all qualified individuals. Western is committed to employment equity
and diversity in the workplace and welcomes applications from women, members of racialized groups/visible
minorities, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation, and persons of any
gender identity or gender expression.
Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If you
require accommodations for interviews or other meetings, please contact Human Resources at
hrhelp@uwo.ca or phone 519-661-2194.
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those chosen for an interview will be contacted
