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Posting Summary
| Posting Number: YUSA-9787 |
| Position Title: Graduate Program Assistant |
| Department: LSE-MCEN - Mechanical Engineering |
| Affiliation: YUSA |
| Band: 8 |
| Salary: $51,494 |
| Duration: Continuing Full-Time |
| Hours: Monday to Friday: 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. |
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Purpose:
The Graduate Program Assistant supports the daily administrative operation of the graduate program in Mechanical Engineering. This includes responding to inquiries regarding program policies and procedures; overseeing and monitoring registration; administrative coordination of program admissions; course offerings; organizing oral exams and convocation for MASc and PhD students and reporting grades. |
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Education:
Completion of some Community College courses in a relevant field such as Office Administration, Bookkeeping or Business. |
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Experience:
2 years' recent-related experience including student advising, supporting administrative process schedules; compiling reports, organizing events; responding to in-person, email or telephone enquiries in an on-demand customer service oriented environment. |
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Skills:
Demonstrated skill/ability in the following areas:
Intermediate to advanced skills on Word and Excel.
Database skills preferred, experience with SIS would be an asset.
Maintaining accurate records and working with data to compile reports;
Working accurately with figures.
Ability to work effectively under pressure of high volume; setting priorities and multi-tasking.
Excellent organizational skills.
Ability to deal calmly, courteously and effectively with people; excellent interpersonal skills; ability to explain detailed information in a clear and concise manner.
Initiative and ability to work independently; problem solving skills and good judgment.
Strong written communications skills.
Knowledge of CUPE Hiring system will be an asset. |
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Additional Notes :
Please note: This position requires the candidate to produce a verification of degree(s), credentials(s), or equivalencies from accredited institutions and/or international equivalents at the time of interview.
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| Cover Letter Required: Yes |
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Dates:
| Internal Posting Date: February 5, 2016 |
| Internal Application Deadline: February 12, 2016 |
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| Extended Posting Date: May 30, 2016 |
| Extended Application Deadline: June 10, 2016 |
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| External Posting Date: May 30, 2016 |
| External Application Deadline: June 10, 2016 |
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Please Note: All applications must be received by 4:30 p.m. on the posted deadline date.
Thank you for your interest in a career with York University.
Are you interested in applying to YUSA-9787?
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