Team Lead, Experiential and Work Integrated Learning
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Location: Calgary, AB T1Y 7M8
Description:
Job Title
Team Lead, Experiential and Work Integrated Learning
Job Type
Permanent
Union
MRSA
Position Classification
SAC10 Academic Services X
Salary Grade
$70,841.00 - $89,646.00
FT or PT
Full-time
Hybrid Work
This position is eligible
Position End Date (if applicable)
Location
MRU Main Campus - Calgary, AB T3E 6K6 CA (Primary)
About this Position
About the Department of Career Services
Our vision at Career Services is to engage students in transformative experiences beyond the classroom, through work integrated learning and career exploration. We connect industry partners with skilled and motivated students who positively impact our local, national and global community.
We are intentional in our approach and have our mission, vision and guiding principles to direct us in the transformative services we offer.
We believe that no student is left behind and are committed to four objectives to ensure this; growing experiential career development for all students, delivering exceptional value to our partners (internal/ external), increasing graduate employment, and ensuring sustainability through diversification of services and funding.
Career Services is going through its own transformation, and as a high performing team, this will enable us to innovate and build an agile ecosystem that delivers new services and experiences for our students and partners.
About the Role
Reporting to the Manager, Career Development, this integral member of the Career Services Department undertakes a multi-faceted position that includes responsibilities to lead a team of full-time staff in addition to duties as a Work Integrated Learning (WIL) Coordinator. This includes supporting recruitment of new staff, training or assigning mentors, ongoing coaching, report meetings, assisting the manager with performance reviews and management of area team. While conducting full day-to-day supervisory responsibilities for assigned staff, the incumbent will liaise with the Manager, Career Development, faculty and department chairs for the program he/she supervises. In cooperation with the department faculty, the Team Lead, Experiential and Work Integrated Learning has responsibility for developing, implementing, coordinating and promoting Work Integrated Learning programs, for facilitating learning and counseling students to bridge their entry in to the workplace, for managing the learning process which occurs during a succession of work terms, and for the general development and administration of their Work Integrated Learning programs, innovation initiatives and integrated events. The Team Lead, Experiential and Work Integrated Learning is also accountable to both lead and participate in team-based projects as a collaborative means to achieve departmental and institutional objectives.
Responsibilities
Team Leadership
Support recruitment and selection of new staff, new employee orientation, training and coaching; assist with performance assessment; approve and potentially assist with coverage for coordinators.
Under the direction of the manager, lead planning, implementation and evaluation of program services, plans and communication strategies at team and department levels.
Ensure Mount Royal University and department policies and procedures are followed while maintaining ongoing quality control and problem solving.
In consultation with Manager, Career Development, plan and monitor area outcome measurement and performance targets and lead goal execution and planning at a team level.
Pilot, Implement and Evaluate Experiential and WIL Initiatives, Projects and Education Programs
Develop, implement and assess strategic and instructional planning for delivery of assigned experiential and work integrated learning programs.
Build relationships with students, provide ongoing input into program development and provide suitable learning experiences and services.
Monitor current student progress in all phases of their program, including academic eligibility to continue in the program, completion of program requirements, and alumni outcomes where possible.
Continually evaluate student feedback, take corrective action and restructure plans as required.
Design, implement and monitor strategies to increase and maintain strong program engagement, retention, and success.
Support proposal writing, special project execution, outcomes measurement, reporting, and all necessary aspects of funded initiatives and programs.
Facilitate Student Learning and Coaching Pre, During and Post WIL Placement
Facilitate learning in scheduled classes and counsel individually to ease the transition into work integrated learning placement.
Prepare course outlines and lesson plans to present learning strategies in support of the department's WIL readiness matrix.
Develop materials, instructional technology and experiential exercises consistent with department career development strategy and practice.
In consultation with the Manager, Career Development, liaise with Career Services team members to ensure that curriculum development and learning application requirements of students in each work integrated learning program are met.
Lead timely student development interventions when issues arise, liaise with the Career Development and Partner Engagement teams to promptly and effectively support students, industry and community partners.
Provide one-on-one and broader consultation with work integrated learning students, monitoring student progress.
Communicate work integrated learning education expectations and policies to students, and maintain quality control.
Lead and/or participate in team-based projects contributing to department objectives.
Participate on internal university and external committees.
Other duties as assigned by Manager, Career Development.
Qualifications
Closing Date: May 2, 2025
We encourage all qualified applicants to apply, however, Canadian citizens, permanent residents and others currently legally authorized to work in Canada will be given priority. Please note only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. After the close date, you can check on the status of your application through your Career Centre. New career opportunities arise frequently and are posted as they become available. Please check back often to view our latest postings on our Career Opportunities page.
If you require accommodation to participate in the recruitment process, please notify erecruiter@mtroyal.ca and we will work together on your accommodation request.
About MRU
Founded in 1910 and located in Calgary, Alberta, Canada, Mount Royal University grew into a vibrant college in the 1930s and became a mid-sized university in 2009. A student-focused undergraduate university built on teaching excellence, Mount Royal University is known for our top-calibre programs, high-quality teaching and learning experience, robust delivery of liberal education, scholarly teaching, experiential learning and undergraduate research. Currently, more than 15,000 credit students choose from 14 bachelor degrees and 38 majors. Learn more at mru.ca/AcademicPlan.
Mount Royal University is situated on an ancient and storied land that is steeped in ceremony and history that, until recently, was occupied exclusively by people indigenous to this place. With gratitude and reciprocity, Mount Royal acknowledges the relationships to the land and all beings, and the songs, stories and teachings of the Siksika Nation, the Piikani Nation, the Kainai Nation, the ethka Stoney Nakoda Nation (consisting of the Chiniki, Bearspaw and Goodstoney Nations), the people of the Tsuut'ina Nation, and the Mtis. Learn more about MRU's Land Acknowledgement.
Mount Royal University is committed to removing barriers and fostering the inclusion of voices that have been historically underrepresented or discouraged in our society. In support of our belief that diversity in our faculty and staff enriches the work, learning and research experiences for the entire campus community, we strongly encourage members of the designated groups (women, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, members of visible minorities, and diverse sexual orientation and gender identities) to apply and self-identify.
What We Offer
Talented and committed employees are the driving force behind student success. We strive to be an employer of choice among Canadian post-secondary institutions. At MRU, we recognize that people are a combination of many intersecting identities; we work to cultivate an environment that welcomes the whole person, and harnesses the strength that is available in our diversity, creating a rich and inclusive workplace.
Investing in the learning and development of our employees benefits the individual and the University. A variety of services, resources and programs encourage a healthy, productive workplace. MRU offers a competitive total compensation package including learning/training paid by employer, paid vacation, winter holiday closure, personal days and a free membership in our fully equipped recreation centre. Positions over six months may also be eligible for health and dental benefits, pension, health and personal spending accounts, and disability benefits.
Our campus offers the convenience of a full medical clinic, dentist and pharmacy, as well as a variety of wellness services such as physiotherapists and massage therapists. Campus Recreation offers many activities, including personal training, fitness classes, climbing, aquatics, sports, tournaments and certifications for students, employees and the public.
Team Lead, Experiential and Work Integrated Learning
Job Type
Permanent
Union
MRSA
Position Classification
SAC10 Academic Services X
Salary Grade
$70,841.00 - $89,646.00
FT or PT
Full-time
Hybrid Work
This position is eligible
Position End Date (if applicable)
Location
MRU Main Campus - Calgary, AB T3E 6K6 CA (Primary)
About this Position
About the Department of Career Services
Our vision at Career Services is to engage students in transformative experiences beyond the classroom, through work integrated learning and career exploration. We connect industry partners with skilled and motivated students who positively impact our local, national and global community.
We are intentional in our approach and have our mission, vision and guiding principles to direct us in the transformative services we offer.
We believe that no student is left behind and are committed to four objectives to ensure this; growing experiential career development for all students, delivering exceptional value to our partners (internal/ external), increasing graduate employment, and ensuring sustainability through diversification of services and funding.
Career Services is going through its own transformation, and as a high performing team, this will enable us to innovate and build an agile ecosystem that delivers new services and experiences for our students and partners.
About the Role
Reporting to the Manager, Career Development, this integral member of the Career Services Department undertakes a multi-faceted position that includes responsibilities to lead a team of full-time staff in addition to duties as a Work Integrated Learning (WIL) Coordinator. This includes supporting recruitment of new staff, training or assigning mentors, ongoing coaching, report meetings, assisting the manager with performance reviews and management of area team. While conducting full day-to-day supervisory responsibilities for assigned staff, the incumbent will liaise with the Manager, Career Development, faculty and department chairs for the program he/she supervises. In cooperation with the department faculty, the Team Lead, Experiential and Work Integrated Learning has responsibility for developing, implementing, coordinating and promoting Work Integrated Learning programs, for facilitating learning and counseling students to bridge their entry in to the workplace, for managing the learning process which occurs during a succession of work terms, and for the general development and administration of their Work Integrated Learning programs, innovation initiatives and integrated events. The Team Lead, Experiential and Work Integrated Learning is also accountable to both lead and participate in team-based projects as a collaborative means to achieve departmental and institutional objectives.
Responsibilities
Team Leadership
Support recruitment and selection of new staff, new employee orientation, training and coaching; assist with performance assessment; approve and potentially assist with coverage for coordinators.
Under the direction of the manager, lead planning, implementation and evaluation of program services, plans and communication strategies at team and department levels.
Ensure Mount Royal University and department policies and procedures are followed while maintaining ongoing quality control and problem solving.
In consultation with Manager, Career Development, plan and monitor area outcome measurement and performance targets and lead goal execution and planning at a team level.
Pilot, Implement and Evaluate Experiential and WIL Initiatives, Projects and Education Programs
Develop, implement and assess strategic and instructional planning for delivery of assigned experiential and work integrated learning programs.
Build relationships with students, provide ongoing input into program development and provide suitable learning experiences and services.
Monitor current student progress in all phases of their program, including academic eligibility to continue in the program, completion of program requirements, and alumni outcomes where possible.
Continually evaluate student feedback, take corrective action and restructure plans as required.
Design, implement and monitor strategies to increase and maintain strong program engagement, retention, and success.
Support proposal writing, special project execution, outcomes measurement, reporting, and all necessary aspects of funded initiatives and programs.
Facilitate Student Learning and Coaching Pre, During and Post WIL Placement
Facilitate learning in scheduled classes and counsel individually to ease the transition into work integrated learning placement.
Prepare course outlines and lesson plans to present learning strategies in support of the department's WIL readiness matrix.
Develop materials, instructional technology and experiential exercises consistent with department career development strategy and practice.
In consultation with the Manager, Career Development, liaise with Career Services team members to ensure that curriculum development and learning application requirements of students in each work integrated learning program are met.
Lead timely student development interventions when issues arise, liaise with the Career Development and Partner Engagement teams to promptly and effectively support students, industry and community partners.
Provide one-on-one and broader consultation with work integrated learning students, monitoring student progress.
Communicate work integrated learning education expectations and policies to students, and maintain quality control.
Lead and/or participate in team-based projects contributing to department objectives.
Participate on internal university and external committees.
Other duties as assigned by Manager, Career Development.
Qualifications
- Three- or Four-Year Bachelor Degree or Equivalent (Bachelor of Education preferred)
- A seasoned educator with a strong understanding of pedagogy, outcomes-based education and practice of experiential education, including design, development, learning outcomes, assessment, and sustainability of industry-based programming preferred.
- Previous career development and continuing education delivery experience within a post-secondary institution is an asset.
- Demonstrated leader able to think strategically, problem-solve, pivot and thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic work environment with multiple functions, competing deadlines and commitments.
- Strong critical-thinking and change management skills, with demonstrated ability to navigate complex situations with professionalism, diplomacy and tact.
- Strong ability to self-direct work, manage complex projects and set and meet key deadlines.
- Demonstrated ability to engage, supervise, train and coach a wide variety of colleagues.
- Exceptional relationship building/management, customer service and marketing skills, including excellent verbal and written communication; demonstrated facilitation (in person and virtual), project management and proposal writing skills.
- Proven ability to engage and work effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
- Demonstrated expertise in outcome measurement and assessment.
- Understanding of systems and organizational change;
- Ability to see larger context and impact, while having excellent attention to detail.
- Knowledge of the Canadian labour market and workplace expectations.
Closing Date: May 2, 2025
We encourage all qualified applicants to apply, however, Canadian citizens, permanent residents and others currently legally authorized to work in Canada will be given priority. Please note only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. After the close date, you can check on the status of your application through your Career Centre. New career opportunities arise frequently and are posted as they become available. Please check back often to view our latest postings on our Career Opportunities page.
If you require accommodation to participate in the recruitment process, please notify erecruiter@mtroyal.ca and we will work together on your accommodation request.
About MRU
Founded in 1910 and located in Calgary, Alberta, Canada, Mount Royal University grew into a vibrant college in the 1930s and became a mid-sized university in 2009. A student-focused undergraduate university built on teaching excellence, Mount Royal University is known for our top-calibre programs, high-quality teaching and learning experience, robust delivery of liberal education, scholarly teaching, experiential learning and undergraduate research. Currently, more than 15,000 credit students choose from 14 bachelor degrees and 38 majors. Learn more at mru.ca/AcademicPlan.
Mount Royal University is situated on an ancient and storied land that is steeped in ceremony and history that, until recently, was occupied exclusively by people indigenous to this place. With gratitude and reciprocity, Mount Royal acknowledges the relationships to the land and all beings, and the songs, stories and teachings of the Siksika Nation, the Piikani Nation, the Kainai Nation, the ethka Stoney Nakoda Nation (consisting of the Chiniki, Bearspaw and Goodstoney Nations), the people of the Tsuut'ina Nation, and the Mtis. Learn more about MRU's Land Acknowledgement.
Mount Royal University is committed to removing barriers and fostering the inclusion of voices that have been historically underrepresented or discouraged in our society. In support of our belief that diversity in our faculty and staff enriches the work, learning and research experiences for the entire campus community, we strongly encourage members of the designated groups (women, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, members of visible minorities, and diverse sexual orientation and gender identities) to apply and self-identify.
What We Offer
Talented and committed employees are the driving force behind student success. We strive to be an employer of choice among Canadian post-secondary institutions. At MRU, we recognize that people are a combination of many intersecting identities; we work to cultivate an environment that welcomes the whole person, and harnesses the strength that is available in our diversity, creating a rich and inclusive workplace.
Investing in the learning and development of our employees benefits the individual and the University. A variety of services, resources and programs encourage a healthy, productive workplace. MRU offers a competitive total compensation package including learning/training paid by employer, paid vacation, winter holiday closure, personal days and a free membership in our fully equipped recreation centre. Positions over six months may also be eligible for health and dental benefits, pension, health and personal spending accounts, and disability benefits.
Our campus offers the convenience of a full medical clinic, dentist and pharmacy, as well as a variety of wellness services such as physiotherapists and massage therapists. Campus Recreation offers many activities, including personal training, fitness classes, climbing, aquatics, sports, tournaments and certifications for students, employees and the public.