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Peer Learning Coordinator - Mount Royal University

updated on 3:41 PM, August 2, 2023
Province: Calgary, Alberta
Position: Peer Learning Coordinator
Deadline: August 14, 2023

Job Description / Duties

About the Role
The Peer Learning Coordinator works on the day-to-day operations of the Peer Learning Program, in cooperation with another Coordinator. This includes serving 100+ student volunteers and about 800 students seeking help over the academic year. Ideally, the incumbent would have volunteer management skills, well-developed administrative skills, and an understanding of learning in the post-secondary environment.

The demands of this role require the incumbent to have the capacity to work in a complex environment with shifting priorities and the skill to support a large team of volunteers with significant administrative work to keep the program running smoothly. This position is highly student-focused and the success and satisfaction of students is paramount.

This fast-paced role reports to the Peer Programs Supervisor. It is a full-time, on-campus role working 35 hours per week; sometimes evening or weekend work may be required.

Responsibilities
Recruit, train and manage more than 100 volunteer student Learning Peers

Provide coaching support for Learning Peers and the students they work with

Schedule, organize, facilitate, and assess training for Learning Peers

Assess Learning Peers performance to provide both formative and summative feedback

Work to actively build community, plan events, and reward participant efforts

Communicate with faculty, staff, and students to promote the Peer Learning Program

Write newsletters, Instagram posts, and communicate regularly with large groups in a variety of ways

Monitor, organize, and respond to a high volume of email daily

Ensure that statistics for the Peer Learning Program are accurately and regularly recorded

Maintain data records ensuring accuracy, and troubleshooting spreadsheets as required

Multi-task frequently shifting priorities and manage tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment, while providing excellent ongoing service to students and staff

Act independently to figure out and prioritize assignments using exceptional problem-solving and organization skills

All interested candidates are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications / Required Skills

Bachelor’s Degree in a related field

Two to three years of experience working with students in an academic setting – preferably post secondary

Experience with data collection, management and analysis

Highly proficient using Google Suite (especially Sheets, Forms and Slides), including using formulas, filters, and other advanced tools in spreadsheets

An ability to build rapport with students, staff, and faculty

Commitment to working in a collaborative team environment

Excellent speaking, listening, and writing skills

Comfort with tight deadlines and varied tasks

Previous volunteer management experience preferred

Additional Information

View the complete posting and apply at : https://mtroyalca.hua.hrsmart.com/hr/ats/Posting/view/2381

Salary: $59,675 - $75,507 annually (starting at the low to mid point range)

Contact Information

View the complete posting and apply at : https://mtroyalca.hua.hrsmart.com/hr/ats/Posting/view/2381

Employer Profile

About MRU
Founded in 1910 and located in Calgary, Alberta, Canada, Mount Royal University grew into a vibrant college in the 1930s and became a mid-sized university in 2009. Mount Royal has carved out a distinct niche by offering smaller class sizes, a robust liberal education and unique undergraduate programs. Currently, more than 15,000 credit students choose from 13 bachelor degrees and 38 majors.

Mount Royal University is located in the traditional territories of the Niitsitapi (Blackfoot) and the people of the Treaty 7 region in southern Alberta, which includes the Siksika, the Piikani, the Kainai, the Tsuut'ina and the Iyarhe Nakoda. We are situated on land where the Bow River meets the Elbow River. The traditional Blackfoot name of this place is "Mohkinstsis," which we now call the city of Calgary. The city of Calgary is also home to the Métis Nation.

Mount Royal University is committed to removing barriers and fostering the inclusion of voices that have been historically underrepresented or discouraged in our society. In support of our belief that diversity in our faculty and staff enriches the work, learning and research experiences for the entire campus community, we strongly encourage members of the designated groups (women, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, members of visible minorities, and diverse sexual orientation and gender identities) to apply and self-identify.