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Co-op Coordinator, Arts

Date Posted : 02 / 26 / 2025

Req ID : 41771

Faculty / Division : UofT Scarborough

Department : UTSC : Arts & Science Co-op Programs

Campus : University of Toronto Scarborough (UTSC)

Position Number : 00056326

Description : About us :

The University of Toronto Scarborough is a place of energy, enthusiasm and passion. Our commitment to inclusive excellence attracts the brightest learners, scholars and employees from around the globe. Our success has been made possible by the opportunity given to us by our Indigenous hosts to operate on their territory, and we cherish our continuing partnerships with these communities. The University of Toronto Scarborough is an exciting campus with unlimited potential. Join us on our journey.

The University of Toronto Scarborough has been a leader in co-operative education and work integrated learning (WIL), for 50 years. Co-op and WIL give students an opportunity to apply skills learned in the classroom, and to expand their knowledge through related work experience. The Department of Arts and Science Co-op is responsible for preparing over 3,000 undergraduate students from over 50 co-op programs to compete for paid co-op work term opportunities. The department is also responsible for engaging industry partners who provide these work terms. A coordinated effort among the stakeholders of student, employer, and university co-op programming contribute to the development of well qualified graduates who are prepared to assume a productive role in society. With a commitment to the equity, diversity and inclusion and the campus’ ‘Inclusive Excellence’ mission, the department works closely with academic departments and support services on campus and with employer and community partners to support students as they work to achieve their academic and co-op / integrated learning aspirations.

This search aligns with the University’s commitment to strategically and proactively promote diversity among our community members ( Statement on Equity, Diversity & Excellence ). Recognizing that Black, Indigenous, and other Racialized communities have experienced inequities that have developed historically and are ongoing, we strongly welcome and encourage candidates from those communities to apply.

Your opportunity :

Working under the direction of the Assistant Director, Student Services, the incumbent works with a team of dedicated student services professionals, specifically supporting the success of arts co-op students. This includes meeting with arts co-op students, delivering programming and facilitating co-op courses, both in person and online, with specific knowledge and expertise related to the arts programs, co-op roles and related industries.

The Co-op Coordinator, Arts will be responsible for monitoring of achievements of application frameworks and hire rate for arts co-op students, recommending initiatives to support success and retention of these co-op students in the Arts & Science Co-op program.

The incumbent will be Involved in projects related to launch of new arts programs. This role is responsible for conducting site visits with arts co-op students on work term, while bringing industry trends back into the classroom. This role will liaise with the academic art departments.

Your responsibilities will include :

• Advising students on program and / or course matters by providing options and consequences incorporating personal circumstances impacting academic success and an understanding of an individual's background
• Advising students on how to conduct job searches, cover letter and resume development
• Keeping well-informed on labour market, occupational and educational trends
• Tracking progress of student work-integrated experience applications, interviews and recruitment
• Building and strengthening relationships with stakeholders and partners of strategic importance
• Developing and implementing plans to enhance student engagement activities
• Exchanging information at formal department and / or program committee meetings
• Facilitating educational workshops and seminars and conduct site visits

Essential Qualifications :

Assets (Nonessential) :

To be successful in this role you will be :

Note :

Closing Date : 03 / 10 / 2025, 11 : 59PM ET

Employee Group : USW

Appointment Type : Budget - Continuing

Schedule : Full-Time

Pay Scale Group & Hiring Zone :

USW Pay Band 12 $79,874. with an annual step progression to a maximum of $102,147. Pay scale and job class assignment is subject to determination pursuant to the Job Evaluation / Pay Equity Maintenance Protocol.

Job Category : Administrative / Managerial

Lived Experience Statement

Candidates who are members of Indigenous, Black, racialized and 2SLGBTQ+ communities, persons with disabilities, and other equity deserving groups are encouraged to apply, and their lived experience shall be taken into consideration as applicable to the posted position.

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

Diversity Statement

The University of Toronto embraces Diversity and is building a culture of belonging that increases our capacity to effectively address and serve the interests of our global community. We strongly encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples, Black and racialized persons, women, persons with disabilities, and people of diverse sexual and gender identities. We value applicants who have demonstrated a commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion and recognize that diverse perspectives, experiences, and expertise are essential to strengthening our academic mission.

As part of your application, you will be asked to complete a brief Diversity Survey. This survey is voluntary. Any information directly related to you is confidential and cannot be accessed by search committees or human resources staff. Results will be aggregated for institutional planning purposes. For more information, please see http : / / uoft.me / UP .

Accessibility Statement

The University strives to be an equitable and inclusive community, and proactively seeks to increase diversity among its community members. Our values regarding equity and diversity are linked with our unwavering commitment to excellence in the pursuit of our academic mission.

The University is committed to the principles of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). As such, we strive to make our recruitment, assessment and selection processes as accessible as possible and provide accommodations as required for applicants with disabilities.

If you require any accommodations at any point during the application and hiring process, please contact [email protected] .

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