Student Life Coordinator (Leadership Programs)

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Department: Student Engagement

Campus: St. George (Downtown Toronto)

Position Number: 00029860

Description:

About us:

Student Life connects life to learning. We believe every student should have the opportunity to participate in university life actively and find connection and community while discovering new ways of thinking and being in the world. We provide resources, support and engagement opportunities that are inclusive and accessible, ensuring every student can build experiences that set them up for a lifetime of success.

Within the Division of Student Life, the cluster of Student Life Programs and Services, supports students as they achieve personal, academic, career and civic goals. We engage students throughout their learning and development with the following units: Academic Success, Accessibility Services, Career Exploration & Education, Centre for Community Partnerships, Clubs & Leadership Development, Housing, Indigenous Student Services, Mentorship & Peer Programs, Multi-faith Centre, Orientation, Student Success, Transition & Engagement and TCard Services. Together with staff, faculty, students, alumni, employers and community partners, we provide an integrated and coherent path to success that reflects our students' diversity.

In support of U of T’s vision, Student Life Programs and Services is committed to creating diverse, accessible, inclusive and welcoming spaces of opportunity that foster deepened engagement, learning, personal growth, and identity development for all students. We are committed to embedding these principles into all the work we do, reducing barriers so that students from all backgrounds and lived experiences can feel a sense of belonging in the communities they find here.

To align with our strategic priorities, we encourage individuals from Black, Indigenous, and racialized communities to apply.

Your opportunity:

Working under general direction, and working with other members of the Office of Student Engagement, the Student Life Coordinator (Leadership Programs) will assume responsibility for creating and maintaining innovative and interactive student leadership training, education and development programs for undergraduate, professional and graduate students at the University. Based on established research regarding co-curricular life in higher education, leadership theory and practice, and on a thorough understanding and practice of democratic principles, the Coordinator will develop and implement initiatives that foster civic responsibility and community engagement in support of the University’s strategic goal of enhancing the student experience. The Coordinator will be responsible for promoting involvement in co-curricular life on campus and in the wider community, and in the support, establishment and operation of leadership programs for student leaders, student societies and recognized campus groups. The Coordinator will build the capacity to meet the leadership training and education needs within the University by delivering workshops, where appropriate, and identifying resource people within and outside of the University who can also assist in meeting those needs. The incumbent works closely with other members of the Office of Student Engagement staff, and partners both within theUniversity and in the outside community and displays and understanding of the University’s commitment to equity and diversity.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Planning and implementing components of curricular and/or co-curricular programs and activities
• Planning and overseeing the implementation of an evaluation framework for programs and initiatives
• Conducting detailed analysis on program efficiency and student learning outcomes to inform program planning activities
• Promoting experiential learning opportunities
• Fostering cooperative working relationships with a wide variety of internal and external contacts
• Facilitating educational workshops and seminars
• Advising students on co-curricular, academic and personal matters by providing options and consequences incorporating personal circumstances impacting academic success and an understanding of an individual's background
• Developing strategiesthat maximize outreach to students

Essential Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree or an acceptable equivalent combination of education and experience. Formal training and/or education in at least one of the following areas: higher education, student affairs, leadership development, facilitation or conflict resolution.
• Minimum four years experience in program development and delivery through a combination of student affairs, campus or community organizations, government or related sector.
• Experience designing and facilitating workshops in small, medium, and large groups.
• In-depth understanding of student governments, other campus organizations and University policies and procedures related to student life and activities.
• Working knowledge of student development theories and leadership development theories.
• Excellent organizational, interpersonal, conflict mediation, troubleshooting and problem solving skills.
• Superior communication skills relevant to student and campus life.
• Demonstrated commitment to diversity and equity.
• Excellent presentation, facilitation, and training skills.

Assets (Nonessential):

• Knowledge of the University of Toronto.

To be successful in this role you will be:

• Multi-tasker
• Organized
• Tactful
• Team player

Note: This position requires some weekend work with advance notice.

Closing Date: 08/08/2025, 11:59PM ET

Employee Group: USW

Appointment Type: Budget - Continuing

Schedule: Full-Time

USW Pay Band 12 -- $81,312. with an annual step progression to a maximum of $103,986. 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.

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 uoft.careers@utoronto.ca.

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