City : Edmonton

Category : Permanent Full-Time Administrative Support

Industry : Education

Employer : Northern Alberta Institute of Technology (NAIT)

In order to ensure your application is received by NAIT for thorough review and consideration, please apply directly through our Careers site at www.nait.ca/careers

Please Note: This competition is limited to current NAIT staff

As part of the Student Life team, the Orientation Coordinator is responsible for assisting in the planning, delivering, and evaluating orientation programming at NAIT, which supports student development and retention. This position works collaboratively across campus to create welcoming, inclusive experiences for new students and their supporters. 

Key Responsibilities 

• Supports the design, delivery, and evaluation of the NAIT Student Orientation welcome event, as well as additional orientation activities that enhance student development and engagement (e.g. HOOTs, Service Fairs). 
• Coordinate the development of virtual resources and participation opportunities for parents and supporters 
• Develop learning materials to support engagement with and retention of orientation curriculum. 
• Assist in the development and implementation of evaluation activities to assess impact and inform ongoing improvements. 
• Build partnerships and collaborate with campus stakeholders to ensure a cohesive orientation experience for students. 
• Develop digital and print materials, maintain web content, and implement communication strategies to inform students and the NAIT community. 
• Recruit, train, and supervise orientation volunteers. 
• Lead the recruitment, training, and coaching of Orientation Leaders, Campus Tour Facilitators, and general volunteers. 
• Support and collaborate on additional department and institutional events (e.g. Open House, Hiring Fair). 
• Contribute to long-term vision and goal setting for student engagement and retention activities. 
• Ensure effective use of resources to meet financial requirements. 

Skills and Abilities 

• Institutional Awareness: Understanding NAIT’s mission, goals, and values, as well as Student Engagement and Student Well-being objectives
• Event Planning Expertise: Proven experience in organizing and managing large-scale events. 
• Student Development Knowledge: Ability to research, apply, and assess theories related to student development, adult learning, and support services. 
• Project Management: Strong skills in planning, executing, and evaluating projects. 
• Collaboration: Ability to work effectively with cross-campus partners, staff, administration, and external agencies. 
• Communication Skills: Exceptional interpersonal, written, verbal, presentation, and facilitation abilities; comfortable speaking to large groups.
• Evaluation and Assessment: Knowledge of developing and administering evaluation techniques for programs and workshops. 
• Organizational Skills: Superior time management and organizational abilities to meet deadlines and budget requirements. 
• Leadership: Experience in mentoring, coaching, and providing strategic direction. 
• Technical Proficiency: Familiarity with Microsoft Office, Outlook, PeopleSoft, and survey/assessment tools. 
• Cultural Competence: High self-awareness and ability to work effectively in diverse and complex environments. 

Qualifications 

• Related postsecondary diploma or degree.  
• 3-5 years of related work experience. 
• Demonstrated experience in event planning and project coordination, preferably in a post-secondary environment. 
• Demonstrated experience in workshop content development; use of active learning strategies; developing, evaluating, and reporting on objectives/outcomes. 
• Community engagement and outreach experience. 

Applicants with education credentials earned outside of Canada should have their credentials evaluated by World Education Services (WES), International Qualifications Assessment Service (IQAS) or the Comparative Education Services (CES).

Remuneration: $61,997.52 - $83,085.08 annually, plus a comprehensive benefits package. (Classification – Coordinator I).                           

This position is covered by the Alberta Union of Provincial Employees (AUPE) Collective Agreement.

Please submit a resume and cover letter to be considered for this opportunity.

About NAIT

We are proud to have been named one of Alberta’s Top Employers for 14 consecutive years. Being part of a community that makes a difference in the lives of students, staff, industry clients and partners, NAIT’s culture reflects our shared values of respect, collaboration, celebration, creativity, and accountability.

People are what make NAIT great, and we prioritize the employee experience. We offer benefits and unique perks focusing on health and wellness, work-life balance, recognition, and professional and personal growth. In addition to excellent vacation time, we offer paid time off between Christmas and New Year's.

NAIT supports a flexible work environment, enabling staff to request approval for on-campus, off-site, or hybrid work arrangements based on the nature of the role. Please note that remote positions require employees to reside within Canada.

NAIT is committed to fostering a safe environment that supports equity and cultivates inclusion through our Centre for Community and Belonging (CCB) and our Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Strategy. We are a proud partner of the Canadian Centre for Diversity and Inclusion and Pride at Work Canada. While we encourage all qualified applicants to apply, only those being considered will be contacted. If you require any accommodations, please connect with us at careers@nait.ca. 

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