• Job Description

  Req#: 33737

  Date Posted: 08/31/2023
  Req ID: 33737
  Faculty/Division: Factor-Inwentash Faculty of Social Work
  Department: Factor-Inwentash Faculty of Social Work
  Campus: St. George (Downtown Toronto)
  Position Number: 00042134

  Description:

  About us:
  
  The Factor-Inwentash Faculty of Social Work at the University of Toronto is distinguished by its emphasis on the integration of research and practice in both the classroom and its practicum education. As the oldest school of social work in Canada, FIFSW has been on the cutting edge of education, policy, research and practice for more than 100 years.
  
  Recognized as one of the leading social work research Faculties in North America, FIFSW is highly involved in promoting excellence in social work practice and policy development. Teaching in the Faculty is enriched by the internationally recognized research of faculty members which is designed to help governments, agencies and communities effectively address real world challenges.
  
  At the Factor-Inwentash Faculty if Social Work, faculty and staff work together to provide an open, professional environment that fosters a culture built on respect, goal orientation, motivation, accountability and teamwork.
  
  Your opportunity:
  
  Under the direction of the Assistant Dean, Registrarial and Student Services the incumbent is responsible for coordinating student programs and initiating outreach activities that will raise the profile of the Factor-Inwentash Faculty of Social Work.
  
  Your responsibilities will include:

  • Advising student groups on the development of clubs and societies
  • Planning and implementing components of curricular and/or co-curricular programs and activities
  • Promoting experiential learning opportunities
  • Building and strengthening relationships with stakeholders and partners of strategic importance
  • Building partner networkswith external agencies whose cooperation is important to the University
  • Developing strategies that maximize outreach to students
  • Delivering student recruitment presentations
  • Advising potential applicants, students, parents, and/orguidance counselors on admissions criteria and processes by probing and providing a range of options and possible consequences

  
  Essential Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree or acceptable combination of equivalent education and experience. Master degree preferred.
  • Minimum four years of related experience in student programming and outreach, preferably in a university setting.
  • Demonstrated experience in planning, organizing and managing outreach initiatives.
  • Experience with program development and implementation.
  • Experience working with students and alumni.
  • Experience with and/or demonstrated working knowledge of admissions and recruiting, preferably in an academic environment.
  • A team player with strong organizational skills
  • Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills. Experience working effectively, professionally and personably with an international and diverse pool of students, applicants, faculty and staff with a demonstrated ability to provide excellent student centric programming.
  • Demonstrated strong verbal and written communications.
  • Computer proficiency with intermediate knowledge of and experience with MS Office suite, including SharePoint, digital design tools (ie Adobe Pro, Canva, Photoshop, Illustrator), social media and CRM. Experience using Teams and/or Zoom.
  • Strong time management skills and demonstrated ability to multi-task and prioritize competing demands while working under pressure and meet deadlines.
  • Demonstrated tact and diplomacy.
  • Excellent attention to detail.

  
  Assets (Nonessential):

  • Knowledge of social work education and practice.
  • Knowledge and understanding of the AODA act.

  
  To be successful in this role you will be:

  • Approachable
  • Communicator
  • Diplomatic
  • Motivated self-learner
  • Organized
  • Problem solver
  • Responsible
  • Team player

  Closing Date: 09/13/2023, 11:59PM ET
  Employee Group: USW
  Appointment Type: Budget - Continuing
  Schedule: Full-Time
  Pay Scale Group & Hiring Zone:
  USW Pay Band 12 -- $71,842 with an annual step progression to a maximum of $91,875. Pay scale and job class assignment is subject to determination pursuant to the Job Evaluation/Pay Equity Maintenance Protocol.
  Job Category: Student Services
  Notes: This posting is for a fully onsite position
  Recruiter: Jasmin Olarte

  
  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.

• About the company

  The University of Toronto is a public research university in Toronto, Ontario, Canada, located on the grounds that surround Queen's Park.

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