Find Your Spot at Humber
At Humber, we are a vibrant, diverse community of professionals dedicated to providing an exceptional learning experience for our students. Through our strategic vision and exciting new brand Builders of Brilliance we are co-constructing a new model of polytechnic education for Ontario, Canada, and the world. We are committed to ensuring Humber offers the right programs, with the most effective teaching and learning approaches, to prepare exceptional leaders for our industries and communities.
To achieve our vision, we take finding and developing the right talent very seriously. We offer a collegial, collaborative, inclusive environment in which each individual is supported to grow and bring their best each day.
If you are excited by the prospect of contributing to our vision for learning, if you would like to be part of building a new model of polytechnic education, of ‘building brilliance’, in one of Canada’s preeminent higher education institutions, then here is your opportunity to join our dynamic team.
Job Details:
Position Title: Student Mobility Officer
Status: Regular Part-Time Support
Hours: Up to 24 hours per week
Faculty/Department: Office of Recruitment and Student Mobility
Campus/Location: North/Lakeshore Campus. The successful applicant must be comfortable working on-site (at either the North or Lakeshore campus) at minimum three (3) days per week
Minimum Starting Salary: $32.61 - Max $37.81
About the Office Recruitment and Student Mobility at Humber:
The Office of Recruitment and Student Mobility supports prospective students considering Humber. We act as the first point of contact for new and existing Humber students as we deliver impactful and high-quality programming to high schools, colleges, universities and the community raising Humber’s profile and increasing awareness of our program and pathway options. As a collaborative team , we work with learners thinking of starting their journey at Humber as well as those looking to add to their previous professional and academic experiences through a new and exciting pathway. At our core, we foster a culture of collaboration, innovation, recognition of prior learning, lifelong learning, inclusivity, and respect.
About the Student Mobility Officer Role:
Under the direction of the Manager, Student Mobility and Pathways, The Student Mobility Officer develops, coordinates and processes transfer credits and prior learning assessments in support of previous related academic and work experience. As part of Humber’s Strategic Plan to Enhance Student Choice by: Expanding Degrees and Pathways, the incumbent is the subject matter expert on transferability and pathways amongst Humber to Humber, and non-Humber to Humber courses and program options.
The incumbent provides information and communicates with prospective students, applicants, guidance counselors, parents, faculty, and college administrators regarding a broad range of transferability options. They will analyze and recommend solutions or enhancements to transfer related processes, advocate and support students with transfer credit enquiries and options. Additionally, the incumbent will update communications and training documentation both in hard copy and online when information is revised, or new information is obtained regarding transfer credits, pathways, Letter of Permission, and Prior Learning Assessment Recognition. Through training sessions, the Student Mobility Officer will train staff on new initiatives, revisions to the current process and highlight Ministry changes that impact transferability opportunities.
About you:
You are passionate about working at Ontario’s largest polytechnic; you thrive on improving productivity and quality that contribute to team success! If this sounds like you, keep reading:
Education
Experience/Skills:
Three years related work experience.
Ability to work in a highly automated environment
Demonstrated use of initiative both in planning of work and in taking a pro-active approach to addressing customer concerns. Escalating complaints and concerns if necessary to management.
Consistent attention to detail. Demonstrated organizational skills and ability to handle multiple tasks, frequent interruptions, fluctuating volumes and ongoing deadlines.
Superior communication skills with the ability to explain complex processes
Thorough knowledge of the secondary school, college and university system. In addition, some knowledge of the educational systems of other provinces and countries.
Leadership skills and the ability to work independently.
Ability to train and motivate a team.
Excellent presentation skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Microsoft Excel.
Demonstrated proficiency in student information systems, especially relational databases.
A valid driver's license and access to a reliable vehicle is required.
If this sounds like you, we’d love to hear from you! At Humber Polytechnic we don’t just accept difference - we celebrate it! Experience comes in many forms, skills are transferable, and a progressive mindset goes a long way at Humber. If your experience is close to what we’re looking for, consider applying and tell us why you are a great candidate for this job. Find your Spot at Humber!
What’s in it for you?
An opportunity to have an impact with a post-secondary institution, poised to do great things.
Diverse, hard-working, committed team of people who care about each other.
Tools and technology that will allow you to succeed at your job.
Amazing perks and the opportunity to work within a highly supportive team.
We thank you for your interest in working with Humber Polytechnic. Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. Consideration for Support Staff (Article 17 of FT Support Staff and Article 19 of PT Support Staff) positions will be given to internal employees in accordance with the respective Collective Agreements.
Equity, Diversity and Inclusion
Humber Polytechnic is committed to a workforce that reflects the diversity of our students and our city. We actively seek Indigenous Peoples and individuals from equity-deserving groups with demonstrated skills and knowledge to deal with all aspects of equity, diversity and inclusion in a post-secondary environment.
Humber supports employment equity. Racialized workers, women, Indigenous workers, LGBTQ2S+ workers and workers with disabilities are encouraged to apply. For the purpose of statistical data collection, applicants are strongly encouraged to voluntarily self-identify. Humber’s diverse workplace also supports Francophone workers and young workers.
Accommodation
Humber Polytechnic is committed to accommodating applicants with disabilities throughout the hiring process, in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Our Talent Acquisition team will work with applicants requesting accommodations at any stage of the hiring process. This document is available in alternate formats upon request.
Anti-Discrimination Statement
At Humber Polytechnic, all forms of discrimination and harassment are prohibited. All employees and applicants have the right to work in an environment that is free from discrimination and harassment. If you need assistance with concerns related to discrimination and harassment, please contact the Office of Human Rights and Harassment (humanrights@humber.ca).