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Staff - Non Union M&P - AAPS AAPS Salaried - Cooperative Education, Level B Co-op Coordinator (Leave Replacement) Program Support | Administrative Leadership 1 | Science Co-op Programs | Faculty of Science $6,251.00 - $8,986.00 CAD Monthly October 24, 2024 Dec 31, 2025

• designing, preparing and delivering pre-employment training workshops;
• designing, preparing and delivering Co-op orientation and information session;
• conducting Co-op in-take interviews and determining candidate suitability for admission to the Co-op program.
• assessing ongoing participation of students in the Co-op program as per Program's terms and conditions;
• conducting in-person and on-line site visits;
• evaluating student performance in the workplace to ensure they are meeting employer needs and resolving any performance-related issues;
• coaching and assisting student to find academic-related work placements; reviewing and providing feedback for resumes and cover letters, conducting mock interviews and providing one-on-one guidance and counselling;
• determining technical content of marketing materials;
• maintaining involvement in professional associations in the areas of Co-operative Education and Work-Integrated Learning;
• researching and identifying potential clients in the industry, government agencies and institutions (local, national and international);
• initiating, building and maintaining employer relationships to develop jobs for the Co-op students
• developing and monitoring academics-related work placements;
• determining employer requirements, evaluating suitable candidates and facilitating the hiring processes;
• attending professional societies and industry trade shows;
• evaluating and grading student work-term and experiential reports;
• advising employers on requirements and availability of government funding;
• reporting on student placement programs;
• collaborating closely with various departments and faculty members, supporting and participating in co-op related activities of the department;
• seeking growth and advancement in student participation and employer relationship
• developing and maintaining relationships with UBC Science Co-op alumni.

Consequence of Error/Judgement
Implications of decisions or advice may hinder students' career development and growth, damage to credibility of the program and poor relations with students, employers and faculty. All Science Co-op employees are required to comply with UBC's information security policies and procedures. Failure to do so may result in a serious information security breach, which will cause harm to the University and third parties.

Supervision Received

Reports to the Director of the Co-op program.

Supervision Given

Provides supervision to the Program Assistant.

Minimum Qualifications

• Willingness to respect diverse perspectives, including perspectives in conflict with one’s own
• Demonstrates a commitment to enhancing one’s own awareness, knowledge, and skills related to equity, diversity, and inclusion

Preferred Qualifications

• An undergraduate degree in Science is highly preferred.
• Thorough knowledge of and experience with Co-op programs or Human Resource Management required; previous Co-op experience and marketing experience an asset.
• Local high-tech industry related experience is preferred.
• Experience with designing, development, and delivery of pre-employment training programs.
• Excellent computer skills required.
• Effective oral and written communication, interpersonal, marketing, presentation and organizational skills.
• Ability to work both independently and a demonstrated ability to work within a team environment is essential.
• Conflict resolution skills.
• Ability to provide quality service to customers in a courteous and professional manner. Ability to effectively multi-task and prioritize routines daily work and long-term projects.
• Valid BC driver's license and ability to travel required