Operations Coordinator, Vice President, Students
Office of the VP Students
Abbotsford (King Road)
Application deadline: May 2, 2025
The Coordinator contributes to the success of UFV and its student community through the efficient coordination of operational functions, projects, and events within the VP, Students division. This role provides administrative support for the exempt Managers/Directors and requires regular cross-functional collaboration with other staff, administrators, faculty, and students, as well as contacts external to the university.
Qualifications
- Completion of a two-year diploma from a recognized post-secondary institution.
- Minimum three (3) years' relevant, progressive experience at the senior assistant or project coordinator level, preferably in a post-secondary institution environment.
- Formal or informal learning related to leading in a post-secondary institution (e.g., supervisory skills, educational leadership, indigenization, student success) would be an asset.
- Superior interpersonal and written communication skills. Experience dealing with the public. Strong organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple competing demands and deadlines.
- Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality, and the ability to work with minimal or no supervision.
- Demonstrated ability to respond to circumstances that involve conflict, vulnerable populations, highly sensitive topics, risk, etc.
- High level of competency in a variety of software applications including Microsoft Outlook calendar/email, Word and Excel.
- Experience in accounting practices and financial reporting.
- Experience using graphic design software and web content management systems.
- Highly adaptable and able to manage change. Demonstrated proof of collegiality in a team environment.
About UFV
The University of the Fraser Valley is located on the traditional territory of the Halq'eméylem-speaking peoples. We express our gratitude and respect for the honour of living and working in Stó:lo Tém:éxw (Stó:lo Land; Stó:lo World). In all that we do, UFV strives to support and honour the Stó:lo peoples goals of self-determination and well-being on these lands. A commitment to Indigenization and Reconciliation is core to our institutional Vision and Integrated Strategic Plan: IYAQAWTXW --- which means House of Transformation.
UFV has campus locations in Abbotsford, Chilliwack, Mission, and Hope in the beautiful British Columbia, and in Chandigarh, India. Recognized as one of BC's top employers, UFV offers a combination of career and lifestyle benefits. Join a team of 1,400 passionate professionals who value integrity, inclusivity and excellence. At UFV, you will serve a vibrant community and shape the future of 15,000 students.
Indigenization, equity, and diversity are essential to our work as a university. A diverse community fosters the inclusion of voices that have been historically underrepresented and marginalized. At UFV, we are committed to recruiting a diverse workforce that represents the community we proudly serve. We encourage applications from Indigenous peoples, members of groups that experience discrimination due to race, colour, place of origin, ancestry, and/or religion, persons who identify as women and 2SLGBTQ+, and persons with disabilities.
All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. In an effort to be both environmentally and fiscally responsible, UFV will contact only candidates receiving an interview. We thank all applicants for considering UFV for employment. Shortlisted applicants may be required to undergo a criminal record check and/or a verification of their education credentials.
UFV is committed to the principle of equity in employment.
Please note: you should receive a confirmation email once you have successfully applied to this position. If you do not, please contact the Njoyn Help Desk at webhelp.njoyn or 1-877-427-7717 Monday to Friday 8am to 8pm (EST).
