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Job Title:

Student Life Coordinator

Employee Group:

CUPE

Employee Type:

Permanent

Start Date:

Monday, August 4 2025

End Date (if applicable):

Job Summary:

The Student Life Coordinator (SLC) is a member of the Student Life team, a sub-unit of the Department of Student Life and Athletics. This role is responsible for coordinating the development of a campus culture focused on student leadership, involvement, and service. Specific areas of focus include the development, coordination, and evaluation of new and existing campus-wide programs, workshops, events, providing timely front-line support for student issues or concerns, student involvement advising, and referral service to ensure that students locate and access the resources and support that they require. This role works in a team environment contributing to developing a culture of belonging and connection for Langara students. Evening and weekend work may be required.

This position is responsible for leading and/or supporting the creation and implementation of small and large-scale events that help students make a successful transition into (or back to) college and finding community including, but not limited to New Student Orientation, Parent and Supporter Orientation, Semester Kickoff, VOLT Volunteer Fair and Club’s Day.

Reporting to the Manager, Student Life, the SLC works independently under general direction. The position works with teams of student employees and volunteers, often in a supervisory capacity. The incumbent works very close partnership with College staff and faculty, student organizations and student government (LSU), academic departments, and other Student Services departments to coordinate and deliver programming for first-year orientations and transitions, student leadership, volunteer and co-curricular programs that support the holistic development of students.

This role works collaboratively in support of the Student Life's vision to co-create an inclusive, highly engaged campus community where every student has access to a diverse range of meaningful learning experiences outside of the classroom where they are welcomed, engaged, and supported.

The following duties may be rotated among the Student Life Coordinators and the allocation and diversity of duties may vary, as assigned.

Job Description:

Education & Experience

• Two-year diploma program related to business, education, public administration, or a related discipline
• Minimum four (4) years of leadership and/or volunteer program development, planning, delivery, and evaluation of programs, events, and workshop experience, preferably in a post-secondary environment.
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
• Intermediate level of proficiency in computer applications including Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Outlook, Teams).
• Experience coordinating and hosting online meetings and events is preferred
• Recent experience using an integrated information system (e.g. Banner), preferably in a post-secondary setting is an asset
• Experience maintaining web pages using a content management system would be an asset.
• Knowledge of the field of leadership development, volunteer management, student development and related literature and research an asset.

Skills & Abilities

• Ability to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing
• A pro-active, service-oriented attitude, where employee and customer interactions are respectful, service focused, and collegial
• Work independently as well as a member of team to provide information, assistance and related services to students, faculty, and staff.
• Ability to diffuse conflict situations effectively using tact and discretion by responding to issues before they become problematic.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and inter-cultural sensitivity with the ability to operate in a collaborative and professional manner with staff, students, faculty, alumni and community partners
• Experience in working with a diverse community and a commitment to equity and inclusiveness
• Ability to exercise independence and sound judgment in performance of duties
• Excellent public speaking and presentation skills, including the ability to effectively deliver presentations to large audiences, in both face-to-face and virtual settings
• Demonstrated ability to successfully balance, prioritize, and manage multiple tasks and projects in an active, fast-paced environment, while providing superior, consistent service
• Analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to keep up-to-date with current and emerging trends and best practices within the field of student engagement, orientation, and transitions, and event planning.
• Experience in designing and delivering workshops, events and learning programs
• Maintain confidentiality and discretion when handling sensitive materials and information
• An aptitude for learning new software and technology in a self-directed manner.
• Ability to research, design, and present program information.
• Ability to interpret and apply College, government, and departmental policies, procedures, and guidelines.
• The ability to maintain web pages using a content management system

Additional Info:

Working Conditions

• Vacation requests may not be approved during peak periods.
• Work schedule may be varied to accommodate the operational needs the department
• Some weekends and/or week evenings may be required to assist with meetings, events, and other operational deadlines.
• Physical requirements - Ability to lift up to 50 lbs., to assist with event set up and takedown
• Position is not subject to the compressed work schedule.

Our Benefits:

At Langara College, we align with the College’s vision on wellness and personal/professional development opportunities for all employed members. We’re committed to providing a competitive and inclusive benefits package that reflects our dedication to overall health, financial security, and work-life balance.

In this position, you would have access to:

• extensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• 12 days per calendar year. After one year of employment, you would be eligible to 17 days of vacation per calendar year. Additionally, you would have an additional paid week off during college closure during winter holiday break.
• Enrollment to the municipal pension plan.
• Eligibility to enroll in training and development programs offered through the College.

Why Join Langara?

At Langara College, we support the College’s vision of promoting wellness and fostering personal and professional growth for our employees. We are dedicated to embracing, honouring, and advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion, while offering a competitive and inclusive benefits package that reflects our commitment to overall health, financial security, and work-life balance.

** Eligibility and entitlements may vary based on the employment group, and if the position is temporary, part-time, or casual **

We offer the following benefits:

• Extensive medical, dental, and vision coverage

• Hybrid-work program for eligible positions

• Generous vacation package plus paid time off during college winter closure (1 week in December)

• Employer paid defined benefit pension plan

• Potential eligibility for educational, training, and developmental programs

• Access to on-site daycare subject to availability

• Tuition waivers for courses at Langara College, subject to space availability

• Course/program tuition reimbursements

• Wellness classes and campus engagement events

Salary Range:

$31.72 - $36.32 per hour

Pay Grade:

CUPE Paygrade 22

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

35

Hours may vary according to the needs of the department.

Compressed Workweek (Fortnight):

No

Closing Date:

Thursday, July 24 2025

People and Culture is committed to embracing, honoring, and promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion in our workplace. We remain dedicated to focusing our efforts on creating an inclusive employee community that fosters a sense of safety and belonging for everyone. We humbly acknowledge that we are just beginning our journey, which includes engaging in our own internal learning and creating a data-driven action plan that supports the integration of EDI practice into the work of People and Culture and the work we do with employees and leaders. Langara College welcomes applications from everyone including people from groups that are experiencing inequity including, but not limited to, Indigenous people, racialized people, people with disabilities, and members of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community. If there are any barriers that you are experiencing or an accommodation that we can provide to support you through the application process, please

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us.

If you were a temporary employee with CUPE Local 15 at Langara College who has worked within the last five (5) months of the closing date on this posting, please

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our recruitment team if you meet the criteria for internal status (850 hours worked) as per Article III.7.g in the

CUPE Collective Agreement

. Please quote the job requisition title and number with your previous employee ID and last day worked at the College. Please do not email if you worked at the College more than 5 months ago or if you worked in a different union.

Shortlisted candidates will be required to provide proof of educational and professional credentials noted on their resume. In addition, those shortlisted with international credentials must have their education credentials evaluated through WES (World Education Services) and provide Langara College, People & Culture document evaluation access for employment purposes.

We thank you for your interest in Langara College and for taking the time to complete an application. Only complete applications will be reviewed. Please be advised that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted due to the number of applications received.

Langara is committed to enhancing our diverse workforce.