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Job Title: Special Project Administrator, Symposium for Scholarship of Teaching and LearningRequisition #: X000021Job Type: CasualLocation: MRU Main Campus - Calgary, AB T3E 6K6 CAAbout MRUFounded 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. Mount Royal has carved out a distinct niche by offering smaller class sizes, a robust liberal education and unique undergraduate programs. Currently, more than 15,000 credit students choose from 13 bachelor degrees and 38 majors.Mount Royal University is located in the traditional territories of the Niitsitapi (Blackfoot) and the people of the Treaty 7 region in southern Alberta, which includes the Siksika, the Piikani, the Kainai, the Tsuutina and the Iyarhe Nakoda. We are situated on land where the Bow River meets the Elbow River. The traditional Blackfoot name of this place is "Mohkinstsis," which we now call the city of Calgary. The city of Calgary is also home to the Métis Nation.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.About the Mokakiiks Centre for Scholarship of Teaching and LearningThe Scholarship of Teaching and Learning is the developing field of original research & scholarship about teaching and learning practice specifically in the context of higher education. It is conducted by scholars from a variety of disciplinary backgrounds, who are interested in understanding student learning, innovations in teaching practice, and transformation of higher education. The Mokakiiks Centre for SoTL is: a nexus for communication and collaboration, providing resources and coordinating initiatives locally, regionally, nationally; a community of scholars collaboratively advancing the existing body of knowledge about teaching and learning; and a research centre facilitating and supporting investigation leading to deeper understanding of and sustained improvement in student learning.About the RoleThis position is to provide administrative and coordination support for the Mokakiiks Symposium on SoTL held in Banff, November 10-12, 2022.It is a part-time role working 3 days (21 hours) per week. The work schedule is negotiable and will be mainly on campus, with some flexibility for virtual work.This position is a limited term role, starting immediately and ending December 2, 2022.Responsibilities

• Creation of a detailed conference program.
• Organize venue prior to and at the Symposium.
• Prepare conference materials.
• Provide administrative support for conference committee
• Coordinate and onboard student volunteers for the Symposium.
• Track expenses, tasks, and document processes.
• Provide support for delegates, presenters and keynote speakers prior to and at Symposium.
• Administrative duties, including assistance with the academic journal associated
• with the Symposium.
• Completion tasks post-conference, including creating a conference toolkit for future years.

QualificationsEducation:

• High school graduate (required), undergraduate degree or college diploma preferred.
• Strong communication (written and verbal) and collaboration skills.

Skills:

• Strong organizational skills and detail oriented.
• Ability to creatively problem solve and take initiative.
• Deadline driven.
• Technology skills (e.g., Word, Excel, Google suite, online meetings).
• Social media skills an asset.

Experience:

• Experience organizing conferences an asset.

MRU supports full immunization as the best way to protect yourself and our campus community and strongly recommends vaccination against COVID-19.Salary: $25 per hourClosing Date: September 19, 2022A cover letter and resume should be submitted in one .pdf document. Please title your .pdf document as follows: [Last Name], [Requisition Number], [Document Title].pdf (ex. Smith, 999999, CV.pdf).Quick Apply

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