Summer Programs Coordinator

About Western

Since 1878, Western University has been committed to serving our communities through the pursuit of academic excellence and by providing students, faculty, and community members with life-long opportunities for intellectual, social, and cultural growth.  We seek excellent students, faculty, and staff to join us in what has become known as the "Western Experience" - an opportunity to contribute to a better world through the development of new knowledge, new abilities, new connections, and new ways to make a difference.

About Us

Western Engineering Outreach offers a variety of fun, hands-on programming for children and youth from kindergarten to Grade 12 – ranging from in-school workshops to summer camps to weekend clubs to community events – designed to nurture curiosity, build skills and increase confidence in science, technology, engineering and math (STEM). Western Engineering Outreach additionally offers workshops and resources for educators to support their vital role in shaping the student experience. Our goal is to make STEM approachable and engaging for everyone. Each year, Western Engineering Outreach hires dedicated high-school and post-secondary student instructors who are passionate about sharing their love of STEM to deliver programs.
 

For more information, please visit the Western Engineering Outreach site https://www.eng.uwo.ca/outreach/
 

Responsibilities

This position is responsible for overseeing efficient and effective spring and summer outreach program operations, in collaboration with the Western Engineering Outreach Leadership Team, to provide community outreach and engagement opportunities to youth, community partners and teachers in the London & Middlesex Community. Western Engineering Outreach provides a pathway for youth to experience Western Engineering firsthand and start their journey to potentially becoming future students at Western University. 

The Summer Programs Coordinator will have responsibility for carrying out activities which require higher level specialization of skills. The incumbent will be responsible for providing support to faculty or staff, and for effectively carrying out a variety of tasks related to STEM outreach and the Discover Western Summer Camp in accordance with policies, procedures, and instructions received from their supervisor.  The incumbent will take guidance from their supervisor, and work productively and courteously with the Outreach team and other members of the Western community.  As part of the duties, the Summer Programs Coordinator may be required to run an off-site camp and stay overnight (e.g., Sarnia and/or other locations).

Qualifications 

Education:
•    2 years of post-secondary education, and be a student returning to studies in the fall
•    Preference for students studying Engineering, Science, Education or Arts and Humanities

Minimum Qualifications:
•    First Aid and CPR-C Certification required
•    Police Vulnerable Sector Check (VSC) required prior to employment start date

Experience:
•    Previous leadership experience and/or project management experience 
•    Experience facilitating summer camps or other youth recreation or outreach programs 

Skills, Abilities & Expertise:
•    Manage the day-to-day operations of outreach programs including summer camp
•    Coordinate logistics for camp registrations and dealing with camp issues as they arise
•    Provide effective customer service to outreach program participants and their family members
•    Assist other Outreach Coordinators in planning and delivery of engaging programming from May through August including programs for children and youth under-       represented in STEM 
•    Develop and test age-appropriate STEM activities 
•    Lead the day-to-day tasks of summer staff in collaboration with the Outreach Leadership Team including scheduling 
•    Written and verbal communication skills to express ideas clearly, and adapt communication style to suit the situation and audience 
•    Ability to maintain a positive, outgoing attitude with genuine customer service orientation
•    Reliable and dependable with the ability to consistently work assigned schedule, including occasional evening and weekend shifts 
•    Ability to apply critical thinking to evaluate information and make appropriate decisions
•    Ability to apply creativity, innovation and resourcefulness to daily work
•    Ability to follow detailed and/or complex processes and practices with high attention to detail
•    Demonstrates integrity and works in accordance with Western’s policies and procedures
•    Ability to multi-task and maintain an organized and effective personal work environment
•    Computer skills with Microsoft Office, with the ability to learn and use new software programs as required
•    Personable and courteous in working relationships with colleagues, youth, students and the public
•    Ability to work independently and effectively as a member of the team to achieve department goals
•    Ability to work in a manner that is compliant with confidentiality requirements as applicable
•    Comfortable running off-site camps with overnight stays 

Preferred:
•    G license, or G2 license and access to a vehicle
•    Comfort with swimming
•    Previous experience with Western Engineering Outreach and/or summer camps
 

Why Western?

Western offers a broad and exciting variety of part-time and temporary employment opportunities with ample room for job exploration and growth.  Within our beautiful campus, you are part of a progressive work environment that promotes work/life balance including access to our state-of-the-art recreation centre.  Apply for an opportunity to be part of the Western community and contribute to its success!

Background Checks

Please note, successful applicants may be required to produce current record check(s) (e.g. vulnerable sector, criminal record and police information) from a police service prior to commencing employment.

Applying at Western

To ensure that your application is given full consideration, please complete all relevant sections of the application.  In addition, you can choose to supplement your application with a cover letter and current resume.

Consideration of applicants will include an assessment of previous performance, experience, and qualifications.  Applicants should have oral communication skills in English.

Western Values Diversity

The University invites applications from all qualified individuals. Western is committed to employment equity and diversity in the workplace and welcomes applications from women, members of racialized groups/visible minorities, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation, and persons of any gender identity or gender expression.

Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process.  If you require accommodations for interviews or other meetings, please contact Human Resources or phone 519-661-2194.

Please Note:

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those chosen for an interview will be contacted.


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