Skills Development Administrator

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Position Summary:
Under the supervision of the Associate Director, Student Engagement and Strategic Support in the Office of the Associate Provost, Student Life and Learning (OAPSLL), the Skills Development Administrator – Programming for Student Leaders, will support the development and implementation of co-curricular programming for Students Leaders (such as student group executives) in democratic competencies.

The tailored programming will support Student Leaders in developing and practicing the skills, attitudes, and competencies in their governance interactions with McGill administration and their respective student constituencies, while providing a unique opportunity to enhance their co-curricular and employment experiences through meaningful leadership development. In addition, the Skills Development Administrator provides administrative and operational support, assisting with the collection, organization, and preparation of participation and program data for reporting and continuous improvement purposes.

This is a one-year, part-time position offering a schedule of 25 hours per week.

Primary Responsibilities:
Develops and maintains effective working relationships with student leaders, student groups, faculty, staff, and campus partners to support program objectives.

• Identify student leaders training needs, activities and opportunities and maximize resources/training currently available on campus.

• Identifies and addresses program delivery issues and student concerns, escalating matters and recommending solutions when appropriate.
• Performs administrative processes related to programming, communications, registrations, scheduling, logistics, and resource management.
• Collaborates on the organization, curriculum design, and delivery/implementation of specific democratic and governance competence skills programs (Synergy Circles, McGill Forum on Democratic Leadership, etc.) that build and enhance capacity to participate effectively in civic life, resolve conflicts peacefully, and sustain a fair society for Student Leaders (and others upon request).
• Provides individual and group advising services to graduate and undergraduate Student Leaders from diverse backgrounds on the Downtown and Macdonald campuses, on democratic competence development including values, attitudes, skills, and knowledge, to support university governance.
• Creates tools/resources to engage Students Leaders in democratic and governance competency programming for social and civic engagement, conflict resolution, and career readiness (e.g. webinars, publications, social media, etc.).
• Creates opportunities for Student Leaders to reflect and articulate skills acquired / set personal development goals, using the Student Experience Record or other means.
• Recruit, train, and administer speakers, interns, and/or volunteers for various events.
• Engage and ensure the participation of diverse and representative Student Leaders in student leadership and democratic programs and activities.
• Work closely with the Associate Director, Student Engagement and Strategic Support, and other administrators and staff engaged with Student Leaders to ensure optimal program delivery and integration of current tools and programming, as needed.
• Work closely with the OAPSLL’s Assessment and Evaluation team by supporting the collection of information, student feedback, stories, and other evidence that can contribute to the assessment of programming and its impact. The position will use findings generated through this work to inform ongoing program development and practice.

• Supports student leadership consultations and information-gathering activities related to institutional strategic priorities, including the Strategic Academic Plan.

As one of Montreal's Top Employers, here is what we offer:

• Competitive benefits package (Health, Dental, Life Insurance) (if eligible)
• Defined contribution pension plan (with employer contribution up to 10%) (if eligible)
• Group Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) and Tax Free Savings Account (TFSA)
• Competitive vacation policy
• Two (2) personal days
• Two (2) floating holidays
• Nine (9) "Summer Fridays" - paid days off between the St-Jean Baptiste holiday and Labour Day
• Paid time off over the December holiday period
• Tuition waiver for regular employees and their dependents
• Up to two (2) days of remote work per week where the position permits

Before applying, please note that to work at McGill University, you must be both authorized to work in Canada and willing to work in the province of Quebec at the campus where the position is based / located.

Knowledge of English: McGill University is an English-language university where day to day duties may require English communication both verbally and in writing. The level of English required for this position has been assessed at a level # 4 on a scale of 0-4.

For a definition of our language proficiency levels, please click here.

McGill University is committed to equity and diversity within its community and values academic rigour and excellence. We welcome and encourage applications from racialized persons/visible minorities, women, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, ethnic minorities, and persons of minority sexual orientations and gender identities, as well as from all qualified candidates with the skills and knowledge to engage productively with diverse communities.

At McGill, research that reflects diverse intellectual traditions, methodologies, and modes of dissemination and translation is valued and encouraged. Candidates are invited to demonstrate their research impact both within and across academic disciplines and in other sectors, such as government, communities, or industry.

McGill further recognizes and fairly considers the impact of leaves (e.g., family care or health-related) that may contribute to career interruptions or slowdowns. Candidates are encouraged to signal any leave that affected productivity, or that may have had an effect on their career path. This information will be considered to ensure the equitable assessment of the candidate’s record.

McGill implements an employment equity program and encourages members of designated equity groups to self-identify. It further seeks to ensure the equitable treatment and full inclusion of persons with disabilities by striving for the implementation of universal design principles transversally, across all facets of the University community, and through accommodation policies and procedures. Persons with disabilities who anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application process may contact, in confidence, accessibilityrequest.hr@mcgill.ca.

All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply; however, in accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.

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