Graduate Program Coordinator
university toronto • Toronto, ON, CA
1 day ago
Job type
- Full-time
Job description
Date Posted: 10/05/2026
Req ID: 50423
Faculty/Division: Faculty of Kinesiology & Physical Education
Department: Faculty of Kinesiology & Physical Education
Campus: St. George (Downtown Toronto)
Position Number: 00019187
Existing Vacancy: Yes
Description:
- Advising students on academic and/or financial matters by providing options and consequences incorporating personal circumstances impacting academic success and an understanding of an individual's background
- Assessing and selecting qualified applicants, including exceptional cases
- Providing detailed information regarding admission requirements to prospective students and applicants
- Analyzing statistical information to inform admissions projections and planning activities
- Providing detailed explanations of admissions decisions
- Promoting programs at recruitment events
Essential Qualifications:
- Bachelor's Degree or acceptable combination of equivalent experience.
- Minimum of four years of experience in an academic student services environment in a university setting at the graduate studies level working with graduate students and graduate programs, including advising on academic matters, funding opportunities, university regulations, and program requirements
- Experience dealing with with a diverse multicultural pool of students and students in crisis
- Strong organizational and time-management skills
- Ability to multi-task while adhering to strict timelines
- Strong problem-solving skills; high level accuracy and attention to detail
- Excellent communication (written and oral); excellent interpersonal and advising skills
- Excellent database management skills
- Demonstrated computer skills, including advanced skills in Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, and Content Management.
Assets (Nonessential):
- Experience with complex funding Excel spreadsheets an asset
To be successful in this role you will be:
- Accountable
- Diplomatic
- Proactive
- Procedural
- Resourceful
- Team player
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.
Job descriptions are available upon request for internal applicants.