Coordinator, Academic and Non Academic Process and Policy
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Location: Saskatoon, SK S7H 5T5
Description:
Coordinator, Academic and Non Academic Process and Policy
Primary Purpose: The Coordinator, Academic and Non-Academic Processes supports the Associate Dean, Postgraduate Medical Education. Provides leadership, direction, mentorship and expertise related to resident assessment processes. Collaboratively develops and implements related policies, systems, processes and procedures including conducting relevant research and analysis. Assists in achieving the academic mission of postgraduate medical education; provides guidance and advice to training programs; oversees processes associated with resident academic difficulties; and maintains collaborative relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
Nature of Work: The Coordinator reports to and provides high level support to the Associate Dean, Postgraduate Medical Education and is accountable to PGME Manager, regarding residents in academic difficulty. Under the direction of the Associate Dean, this position has significant autonomy in developing effective and efficient processes/policies and exercise discretionary decision making related to residents in academic difficulty, including a significant amount of liaising with university legal counsel. This is a complex position requiring initiative, judgment, communication, interactions and collaborative relationships both internally and externally. The work is high volume requiring the ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment. Concentration is required to deal with extensive and detailed information. The position hosts a broad range of responsibilities with constant competing deadlines and the necessity to meet deadlines imposed by internal and external requirements. Establishes and maintains the level of professional relationships that support exceptional collaboration and problem solving. Builds working relationships with various stakeholders including students, faculty, staff, departmental, college and university units and external stakeholders.
Accountabilities:
The position is accountable for participating in and evaluating the established policies of the unit, determining how to appropriately use the available resources to achieve the established goals, overseeing implementation and management of actions, and applying broad expertise to a broad range of accountabilities.
Qualifications
Education: Applicable university degree (Education, Business, Psychology, others).
Experience: Minimum of 5 years of experience in postgraduate medical education or related areas. Experience with development of physician contracts, resident remediations and competency-based medical education is required. Equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered. Experience working and collaborating in diverse and inclusive settings is required.
Abilities: Demonstrated professional maturity, judgment, decisiveness, and conflict resolution; ability to take initiative, facilitate change and be self-directed; strong evidence of relationship-building, ability to work collaboratively, with polished presentation, written and verbal communication skills; strong facilitation and organizational skills; energetic, highly motivated, demonstrating leadership in a flexible and collaborative manner; demonstrated ability to think and act systematically and strategically while exercising diplomacy and creativity in resolving issues; proven ability to negotiate mutually beneficial solutions; demonstrated ability to make evidence-based decisions with a commitment to quality ; proven ability thrive in a challenging, dynamic, complex environment and to manage multiple projects concurrently; proven proficiency with computer applications including word processing, spreadsheets and data management software programs. Demonstrated receptivity to feedback, empathy, emotional maturity, and perseverance.
Department: Department: College of Medicine
Status: Permanent
Employment Group: ASPA
Shift: Mon-Fri, 8:30-4:30
Full Time Equivalent (FTE): 1.0
Salary: The salary range, based on 1.0 FTE, is $67,681.00 - 105,753.00 per annum. The starting salary will be commensurate with education and experience.
Salary Family (if applicable): Specialist Professional
Salary Phase/Band: Phase 2
Posted Date: 4/8/2025
Closing Date: 4/14/2025 at 6:00 pm CST
Number of Openings: 1
Work Location: May be eligible for hybrid work under the terms of USask's Alternative Workspace Guidelines
The University is committed to employment equity, diversity, and inclusion, and are proud to support career opportunities for Indigenous peoples to reflect the community we serve. We are dedicated to recruiting individuals who will enrich our work and learning environments. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, in accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority. We are committed to providing accommodations to those with a disability or medical necessity. If you require an accommodation to participate in the recruitment process, please notify us and we will work together on the accommodation request. We continue to grow our partnerships with Indigenous communities across the province, nationally, and internationally and value the unique perspective that Indigenous employees provide to strengthen these relationships. Verification of Indigenous Membership/Citizenship at the University of Saskatchewan is led and determined by thedeybwewin | taapwaywin | tapwewin: Indigenous Truth policy and Standing Committee in accordance with the processes developed to enact the policy. Successful candidates that assert Indigenous membership/citizenship will be asked to complete the verification process of Indigenous membership/citizenship with documentation. The University of Saskatchewan's main campus is situated on Treaty 6 Territory and the Homeland of the Mtis. We pay our respects to the First Nations and Mtis ancestors of this place and reaffirm our relationship with one another. Together, we are uplifting Indigenization to a place of prominence at the University of Saskatchewan.
Primary Purpose: The Coordinator, Academic and Non-Academic Processes supports the Associate Dean, Postgraduate Medical Education. Provides leadership, direction, mentorship and expertise related to resident assessment processes. Collaboratively develops and implements related policies, systems, processes and procedures including conducting relevant research and analysis. Assists in achieving the academic mission of postgraduate medical education; provides guidance and advice to training programs; oversees processes associated with resident academic difficulties; and maintains collaborative relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
Nature of Work: The Coordinator reports to and provides high level support to the Associate Dean, Postgraduate Medical Education and is accountable to PGME Manager, regarding residents in academic difficulty. Under the direction of the Associate Dean, this position has significant autonomy in developing effective and efficient processes/policies and exercise discretionary decision making related to residents in academic difficulty, including a significant amount of liaising with university legal counsel. This is a complex position requiring initiative, judgment, communication, interactions and collaborative relationships both internally and externally. The work is high volume requiring the ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment. Concentration is required to deal with extensive and detailed information. The position hosts a broad range of responsibilities with constant competing deadlines and the necessity to meet deadlines imposed by internal and external requirements. Establishes and maintains the level of professional relationships that support exceptional collaboration and problem solving. Builds working relationships with various stakeholders including students, faculty, staff, departmental, college and university units and external stakeholders.
Accountabilities:
The position is accountable for participating in and evaluating the established policies of the unit, determining how to appropriately use the available resources to achieve the established goals, overseeing implementation and management of actions, and applying broad expertise to a broad range of accountabilities.
- Policies and processes related to residents in academic and non-academic difficulties
- Engage in and provide support (including on legal aspects) to the Associate Dean, PGME including legal aspects
- Provide guidance and counsel to residents, program directors, faculty members, and administrative units regarding interpretation and application of processes related to resident assessment outcomes such as suspensions, dismissals and appeals
- Operational management and tracking to ensure timelines are met, processes followed, and timely follow-up for residents in difficulty
- Operational management of resident appeals and investigation processes. Provide guidance and advice to relevant committees related to established policies and processes, as well as legal aspects of the processes
- Prepare information involving potential, ongoing or concluded litigation or legal liability matters pertaining to Postgraduate Medical Education for reporting to the College and the University
- Verify invoicing related to legal matters to finance unit as required
- Establish and maintain relationships and partnerships as needed for mutual exchange of information to ensure strategic messages and goals are appropriately communicated to key stakeholders (University, provincial and national)
- Preparing and executing and follow-up of PGME-initiated contracts for educational administration roles
- Membership in relevant PGME committees
- Additional duties, as assigned
Qualifications
Education: Applicable university degree (Education, Business, Psychology, others).
Experience: Minimum of 5 years of experience in postgraduate medical education or related areas. Experience with development of physician contracts, resident remediations and competency-based medical education is required. Equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered. Experience working and collaborating in diverse and inclusive settings is required.
Abilities: Demonstrated professional maturity, judgment, decisiveness, and conflict resolution; ability to take initiative, facilitate change and be self-directed; strong evidence of relationship-building, ability to work collaboratively, with polished presentation, written and verbal communication skills; strong facilitation and organizational skills; energetic, highly motivated, demonstrating leadership in a flexible and collaborative manner; demonstrated ability to think and act systematically and strategically while exercising diplomacy and creativity in resolving issues; proven ability to negotiate mutually beneficial solutions; demonstrated ability to make evidence-based decisions with a commitment to quality ; proven ability thrive in a challenging, dynamic, complex environment and to manage multiple projects concurrently; proven proficiency with computer applications including word processing, spreadsheets and data management software programs. Demonstrated receptivity to feedback, empathy, emotional maturity, and perseverance.
Department: Department: College of Medicine
Status: Permanent
Employment Group: ASPA
Shift: Mon-Fri, 8:30-4:30
Full Time Equivalent (FTE): 1.0
Salary: The salary range, based on 1.0 FTE, is $67,681.00 - 105,753.00 per annum. The starting salary will be commensurate with education and experience.
Salary Family (if applicable): Specialist Professional
Salary Phase/Band: Phase 2
Posted Date: 4/8/2025
Closing Date: 4/14/2025 at 6:00 pm CST
Number of Openings: 1
Work Location: May be eligible for hybrid work under the terms of USask's Alternative Workspace Guidelines
The University is committed to employment equity, diversity, and inclusion, and are proud to support career opportunities for Indigenous peoples to reflect the community we serve. We are dedicated to recruiting individuals who will enrich our work and learning environments. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, in accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority. We are committed to providing accommodations to those with a disability or medical necessity. If you require an accommodation to participate in the recruitment process, please notify us and we will work together on the accommodation request. We continue to grow our partnerships with Indigenous communities across the province, nationally, and internationally and value the unique perspective that Indigenous employees provide to strengthen these relationships. Verification of Indigenous Membership/Citizenship at the University of Saskatchewan is led and determined by thedeybwewin | taapwaywin | tapwewin: Indigenous Truth policy and Standing Committee in accordance with the processes developed to enact the policy. Successful candidates that assert Indigenous membership/citizenship will be asked to complete the verification process of Indigenous membership/citizenship with documentation. The University of Saskatchewan's main campus is situated on Treaty 6 Territory and the Homeland of the Mtis. We pay our respects to the First Nations and Mtis ancestors of this place and reaffirm our relationship with one another. Together, we are uplifting Indigenization to a place of prominence at the University of Saskatchewan.