Program Coordinator, Distance Education Program , Faculty of Education and Health
Top Benefits
About the role
Required Position
Full-Time Temporary Appointment
Responsibilities
Reporting to the Business Manager for the Faculty of Education and Health, the incumbent will advise individuals interested in enrolling in the program, explain academic regulations, admission requirements, and provide academic support and guidance to members of the student body.
In collaboration with the School Director and Program Coordinators, program planning and offering of courses delivered over all three sessions of the academic year);
- Participate in School program reviews (ex. IQAP, accreditation self-studies, etc.)
- Recruitment and orientation of professors and faculty/clinical advisors;
- Update relevant program documents and facilitate course updates;
- Identify, plan, organize and evaluate student placements; develop a placement affiliation agreement with the agency, ensure that students meet the agency’s requirements and supply documentation as needed
- Assess and approve students’ requests and ensure follow-up for admission
- Provides academic advice on course selection, program pathways
- Advocate for student as necessary with Admission, Registrar, Fees, etc.
- Plan and participate in recruitment, promotional and career fairs
- Prepare promotional materials with help from Communications
- Travel to meet with various stakeholders to facilitate professional development opportunities
- Coordinate efforts to connect with the student community, network and engage them in their learning, their program and build a connection with the university.
- Prepare reports on enrolments, student feedback, etc.
- Participate in meetings regarding course development and program reviews
- Perform other duties as assigned
Qualifications
- A Bachelor’s degree in Nursing, or a Bachelor’s degree in a related discipline such as health, social sciences, or education (an asset)
- Excellent organizational skills and ability to work as part of a team
- Initiative and resourcefulness
- Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills
- High level of computer skills
- On campus presence is required
- Ability to work fluently (verbal and written) in both official languages, French and English, is an
asset.
The official University hours of operation shall be from 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, during, and including, the months from September to April, and from 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Monday
through Friday during and including May to August., amounting to thirty-three and three-quarter (33.75) hours per week.
Laurentian University has adopted a formal Policy on Flexible Work Arrangements, which supports remote work plans based on operational considerations. At Laurentian University, we recognize that work-life balance is essential for both personal well-being and professional success. Our policy offers employees some flexibility to better balance personal needs while maintaining effective service delivery.
Position No.
L1143E-07TM
Salary
$40.61 - $ 46.56 per hour
Competition ends
Tuesday, September 2nd 2025 at 4:00 pm
Academics
Admissions
Careers
Helpful Contacts
Services
Directories
Contact Us
1.800.461.4030
705.675.1151
View Campus Map
935 Ramsey Lake Rd. Sudbury, ON P3E 2C6
Book a campus tour or academic counselling session:
1.800.461.4030
705.673.6594
Land Acknowledgment - Aki Gaabijidebendaagwak
We would like to acknowledge the Robinson-Huron Treaty of 1850. We also further recognize that Laurentian University is located on the traditional lands of the Atikameksheng Anishnawbek and that the City of Greater Sudbury, also includes the traditional lands of the Wahnapitae First Nation. We extend our deepest respect to Indigenous peoples - as a sign of our continued relationship we will support Laurentian University’s Truth and Reconciliation Task Force Recommendations. Miigwech. Listen to it in Anishinaabemowin.
Laurentian University. Sudbury, Ontario, Canada. All Rights Reserved. 2025.
Policies
Accessibility
About Laurentian University
Laurentian University (Université Laurentienne), which was incorporated on March 28, 1960, is a mid-sized bilingual university in Greater Sudbury, Ontario, Canada.While primarily focusing on undergraduate programming, Laurentian also features the east campus of Canada's newest medical school - the Northern Ontario School of Medicine, which opened in 2005. Its school of Graduate Studies offers a growing number of graduate-level degrees.
Program Coordinator, Distance Education Program , Faculty of Education and Health
Top Benefits
About the role
Required Position
Full-Time Temporary Appointment
Responsibilities
Reporting to the Business Manager for the Faculty of Education and Health, the incumbent will advise individuals interested in enrolling in the program, explain academic regulations, admission requirements, and provide academic support and guidance to members of the student body.
In collaboration with the School Director and Program Coordinators, program planning and offering of courses delivered over all three sessions of the academic year);
- Participate in School program reviews (ex. IQAP, accreditation self-studies, etc.)
- Recruitment and orientation of professors and faculty/clinical advisors;
- Update relevant program documents and facilitate course updates;
- Identify, plan, organize and evaluate student placements; develop a placement affiliation agreement with the agency, ensure that students meet the agency’s requirements and supply documentation as needed
- Assess and approve students’ requests and ensure follow-up for admission
- Provides academic advice on course selection, program pathways
- Advocate for student as necessary with Admission, Registrar, Fees, etc.
- Plan and participate in recruitment, promotional and career fairs
- Prepare promotional materials with help from Communications
- Travel to meet with various stakeholders to facilitate professional development opportunities
- Coordinate efforts to connect with the student community, network and engage them in their learning, their program and build a connection with the university.
- Prepare reports on enrolments, student feedback, etc.
- Participate in meetings regarding course development and program reviews
- Perform other duties as assigned
Qualifications
- A Bachelor’s degree in Nursing, or a Bachelor’s degree in a related discipline such as health, social sciences, or education (an asset)
- Excellent organizational skills and ability to work as part of a team
- Initiative and resourcefulness
- Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills
- High level of computer skills
- On campus presence is required
- Ability to work fluently (verbal and written) in both official languages, French and English, is an
asset.
The official University hours of operation shall be from 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, during, and including, the months from September to April, and from 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Monday
through Friday during and including May to August., amounting to thirty-three and three-quarter (33.75) hours per week.
Laurentian University has adopted a formal Policy on Flexible Work Arrangements, which supports remote work plans based on operational considerations. At Laurentian University, we recognize that work-life balance is essential for both personal well-being and professional success. Our policy offers employees some flexibility to better balance personal needs while maintaining effective service delivery.
Position No.
L1143E-07TM
Salary
$40.61 - $ 46.56 per hour
Competition ends
Tuesday, September 2nd 2025 at 4:00 pm
Academics
Admissions
Careers
Helpful Contacts
Services
Directories
Contact Us
1.800.461.4030
705.675.1151
View Campus Map
935 Ramsey Lake Rd. Sudbury, ON P3E 2C6
Book a campus tour or academic counselling session:
1.800.461.4030
705.673.6594
Land Acknowledgment - Aki Gaabijidebendaagwak
We would like to acknowledge the Robinson-Huron Treaty of 1850. We also further recognize that Laurentian University is located on the traditional lands of the Atikameksheng Anishnawbek and that the City of Greater Sudbury, also includes the traditional lands of the Wahnapitae First Nation. We extend our deepest respect to Indigenous peoples - as a sign of our continued relationship we will support Laurentian University’s Truth and Reconciliation Task Force Recommendations. Miigwech. Listen to it in Anishinaabemowin.
Laurentian University. Sudbury, Ontario, Canada. All Rights Reserved. 2025.
Policies
Accessibility
About Laurentian University
Laurentian University (Université Laurentienne), which was incorporated on March 28, 1960, is a mid-sized bilingual university in Greater Sudbury, Ontario, Canada.While primarily focusing on undergraduate programming, Laurentian also features the east campus of Canada's newest medical school - the Northern Ontario School of Medicine, which opened in 2005. Its school of Graduate Studies offers a growing number of graduate-level degrees.