Classification: Student Assistant III

Employee Group: PSAC

Job Title: Student Orientation Coordinator

Department: Recruitment & Retention, Student Services

Salary: $12.98 per hour

Hours of work: 30 hours per week

Start date: June 1, 2020

Length of appointment: June 1 to Sept. 20, 2020

Number of positions: 1

Duties:

• Develop and execute transition to academic and campus life programs and events for Orientation day and welcome week, in conjunction with various campus and community partners
• Maintain presence on BU Student Life social media
• Develop the necessary communication materials for new students and parents
• Provide campus tours throughout the summer
• Other related duties as assigned

Qualifications/Experience:

• Enrolled at Brandon University with a minimum G.P.A. of 2.5 or higher at time of application
• Skills with event planning and promotion, volunteer coordination, and marketing
• Outstanding leadership, organization skills, and critical and creative thinking skills
• Flexibility and willingness to work flexible days during Orientation and welcome week(s)
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, as well as the ability to work independently and as a team
• Knowledge of campus and community resources
• Respect for and enthusiasm about serving a diverse population
• Ability to monitor and update social media presence
• Excellent computer skills (word processing, email, database management, spreadsheets)
• Returning to studies at Brandon University in September 2020

To apply:

Applications will include a cover letter, resume, and names and contact information for three references.

Applications will be submitted to:

Kathleen Richards
Acting Director of Recruitment & Retention
Email: richardsk@brandonu.ca

Applications are to be received by: 4:30 p.m. on March 20, 2020