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Position Overview

The Faculty of Kinesiology is currently seeking a Full-time Regular Administrative Coordinator .

This position provides administrative and personal support to the Dean of the Faculty of Kinesiology and additional administrative support to other members of the Dean’s Office leadership team. This position reports to the Manager, Academic Programs and Administration and receives direction and oversight from the Dean.

The successful candidate requires expert knowledge or ability and willingness to learn university wide-practices and the complexities of the University organizational structure, as well as a comprehensive understanding of the Faculty and Dean’s priorities, portfolio, and commitments.

The role involves dealing with highly confidential materials and requires considerable discretion and judgement to ensure confidentiality is always maintained. The successful candidate will often represent the Dean’s Office in communication with all levels of the Faculty, the University, and the public. An exceptional level of professionalism and excellent administrative skills are required, along with courteous and professional communication with faculty, staff, students, and the public at all times.

This position also requires a high level of technical expertise including proficiencies in MS Office suite, Oracle PeopleSoft, and attention to detail. There will be periods of high volume with strict deadlines that may require work outside of normal hours. The successful candidate will oversee constant, multiple, competing and shifting priorities while working within the framework of the University of Calgary policies and procedures.

Position Description

Summary of Key Responsibilities (job functions include but are not limited to):

• Provides senior level administrative and organizational support to the Dean.
• Management of the Deans time, by organizing the Deans daily calendar, including setting up meetings, prioritizing events.
• Ensures the Dean is informed and knowledgeable with procedures, policies, deadlines and commitments by providing accurate minutes and documents as required.
• Interacts by phone, email and in person with Faculty members, staff and students as well as external stakeholders.
• Prepares confidential correspondence on behalf of the Dean and assists in drafting, reviewing, editing and/or revising letters that require the Deans signature.
• In a senior administrative capacity, supports all major meetings for which the Dean is responsible.
• Represents the Deans office in communication with all levels of the Faculty, the University, Government agencies and other stakeholders.
• Liaise with other University departments and offices such as but not limited to the Offices of the Provost, VP Research, Campus Infrastructure, Financial Services, Supply Chain Management to obtain information in support of Faculty objectives and projects.
• Exercises discretion to determine when matters can be addressed by others and when the Dean should be consulted.
• Attends meetings with the Dean and records minutes, prepares agendas and supporting documentation for distribution.
• Logs and tracks incoming mail and follow up on deadlines and tasks to be done, exercising discretion for rerouting or delegating the above where appropriate.
• Ensures correspondence, telephone calls and other communication reflect a positive image of the Faculty of Kinesiology, and that confidentiality is maintained at all times.
• Responsible to assist with HR Academic related processes, working closely with HR, as assigned by the Dean.
• Coordinates annual events, as requested by the Dean, such as Faculty Retreats.
• In conjunction with others members of the Dean Office, ensures that at all times the Office of the Dean is perceived as a professional, respectful and is an inviting area.
• Other duties, projects or assignments as determined by the Dean or the needs of the Faculty of Kinesiology.
• Responsible for the (two) administrative positions that provide academic administrative support, ensuring high level of service / interaction with the academics.
• Provide direction for administrative staff on academic process, leadership for growth and development for staff.
• Responsible for arranging vacation coverage to ensure Dean's office is appropriately staffed.
• Accountable to direct completion of general Dean's office administrative tasks (filing, mail sorting, reception schedule) to support the Faculty of Kinesiology.
• Maintains an effective filing system and record of correspondence, documents, decisions, policies, and other related material provided to or produced by the Deans office.

Qualifications / Requirements:

• A post-secondary education and a minimum of five years work experience in a senior or executive administrative role.
• Knowledge of university administration, academic understanding and PeopleSoft knowledge would be an asset.
• The ability to work independently and to organize and complete work with minimal supervision is necessary.
• Requires comprehensive knowledge and proficiency in computer programs (MS office, Email and Internet), as well as University technology systems.
• Requires well-developed organizational skills with the ability to use exceptional judgment and discretion and proven successful teamwork.
• Requires highly developed communication skills using tact and diplomacy.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills are required, as well as the ability to deal with all internal and external stakeholders in a professional manner.
• Excellent administrative and organizational skills with the ability to set priorities and meet objectives.
• Demonstrates initiative and a willingness to perform tasks assigned.

Application Deadline: February 13, 2024

University of Calgary Continuing Education (ContEd) is currently recruiting Instructors (contract (term) position) to teach in the Towards Truth and Reconciliation Professional Development Certificate and standalone courses.

In support of the University of Calgary's core principles and financial objectives, Continuing Education is an academic unit with a mandate to respond to the needs of the community through the design, development and delivery of high-quality lifelong learning opportunities.

ContEd is supporting ii’taa’poh’to’p, the University of Calgary’s Indigenous Strategy, through the journey and exploration of Indigenous programming that supports transformation and renewal. 

Each year, ContEd serves over 20,000 adult learners and offers more than one thousand courses taught by hundreds of instructors—all experts in their fields. It is expected to fund, through revenue generation, the majority of its operational costs while contributing financially to the university. 

The success of University of Calgary Continuing Education in meeting its business target in a competitive environment is dependent upon effectively serving students and by providing high-quality instruction and programs.

Position Description
ContEd is currently recruiting for instructors (contract (term) position) to include in our pool for the Towards Truth and Reconciliation Professional Development Certificate. Instructional positions are non-credit teaching appointments and, as such, are contract positions without benefits (other than those required by Employment Standards). Courses may be asynchronous online, synchronous online and face-to-face.

Program details:
The Towards Truth and Reconciliation Professional Development Certificate targets corporations, organizations, institutions, governments, and nonprofits. This program supports these industries to become relatives with Indigenous peoples and communities, to walk in parallel pathways and to be able to support Indigenous employees within the workplace. Additionally, we are also looking for Indigenous instructors to create and teach individual courses on a variety of Indigenous topics. 

Scope of Responsibilities (high level)

1. Supports the development of course topics, descriptions, learning outcomes, assessments 
2. Create effective lesson plans, develop content, learning activities, presentations, assignments, evaluations, and examinations (where applicable)
3. Utilize Desire2Learn (D2L) for all course materials and student communication
4. Utilize Zoom to facilitate any synchronous live sessions with activities (where applicable)

 Qualifications 

1. Extensive experience as a Knowledge keeper or Bachelor/Master’s degree in Indigenous Studies, Public Administration, Business Administration, Human Resources or related field is required
2. Previous teaching experience is essential; post-secondary teaching experience is preferred
3. Understands and can demonstrate Indigenous ways of knowing, doing, connecting and being 
4. Previous experiences working with and learning from various Indigenous peoples
5. Familiarity and awareness of different Indigenous cultural protocols and history
6. Previous experience utilizing e-learning tools (LMS, video conferencing tools, etc.) such as Desire2Learn, Blackboard, Zoom, or similar is required

Application Deadline: February 25, 2024

Position Overview

The Department of Psychology in the Faculty of Arts invites applications for a Lab Manager/Technician. This Full-time Fixed Term position is for approximately 1 year (based on length of grant funding), with the possibility of extension.

 This position reports to the Principal Investigator, and will supervise lab operations by ensuring smooth day-to-day functioning of the laboratory, including equipment maintenance, and managing supplies. The lab manager will be responsible for managing the lab budgets and procurement processes. 

Position Description

Summary of Key Responsibilities (job functions include but are not limited to):

• Management of lab and project coordination
• Management of daily activities in the laboratory, maintaining an environment that is both orderly and clean, to ensure smooth and efficient laboratory operations
• Ensuring compliance with safety protocols, laboratory regulations and institutional policies
• Assisting with management of animal inventory
• Maintaining a consistent supply of laboratory reagents, ensuring these are in stock and readily available
• Procuring essential laboratory materials through placement of purchase orders
• Management and maintenance of laboratory equipment
• Performing stereotaxic rodent surgeries to assist with experiments
• Performing perfusions and histological procedures

Qualifications / Requirements:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in neuroscience, biology, or an equivalent field
• A minimum of 3 years of laboratory experience is required
• Experience with animal surgeries, including excellent knowledge and skills using anesthesia and performing recovery surgeries in rodents
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team and provide technical support for other team members through advice on technical lab issues
• Extensive knowledge of theory and practical application of technical procedures and techniques
• Extensive experience working with mice including: managing mouse colonies, survival surgeries, and training others with handling and animal procedures with minimal direction
• Ability be open to learning new techniques and skills and be willing to accept new challenges and assignments
• Basic to intermediate skills in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Excellent communication, written, and organizational skills
• Ability to communicate with various levels of management and university groups, as well as external parties to the university

The Opportunity:

The Marketing Specialist will work closely with the Foundational Industries Marketing Manager and Senior Marketing Manager to execute an integrated marketing plan designed to meet the goals of the Foundational Industry portfolios, as well as firm-wide projects. The Marketing Specialist is responsible for participating in and leveraging marketing networks to share information; develop content; discuss issues and challenges of the sectors; and share best practices with relevant industries, functions, and geographies.

#li-hybri

hybrid

What you will do

• Work collaboratively with cross-functional teams to deliver marketing initiatives and related firm-wide projects.
• Support the implementation of Industry and Functional marketing priorities across a variety of channels, including social media, digital campaigns, presentation support, sponsorships, thought leadership creation, newsletter development.
• Provide value-added resources on clients, targets, industry opportunities etc.
• Create, develop and manage content for the Foundational Industry webpages as well as our internal portals.
• Research, coordinate and gather information necessary to develop presentations, fact sheets and other marketing collateral, as required.
• Research trends and issues as it pertains to the Foundational Industry portfolios.
• Organize and develop national targeting lists for campaigns via the firm-wide CRM system.
• Support the execution of issues-based, sector specific campaigns to build brand, drive differentiation and generate leads.

At times, business needs arise and employees are required and agree to work beyond their normal work day or work week to fulfill the accountabilities required for their job. Likewise, people need time to devote to personal matters, and our approach to flexibility provides for this.

What you bring to the role

• 2+ years of experience in a marketing or sales environment; a demonstrated ability to operate in a partnership culture or within a professional services firm is preferred.
• Strong digital marketing and social media expertise demonstrated in a professional environment.
• Post Secondary Education in Business, Marketing, Communications or related discipline.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and technical writing skills.
• An outgoing and eager team player.
• Strong project management skills.
• Self-directed individual with an eagerness to excel who is accustomed to a fast-paced environment.
• Results-oriented with track record of achieving goals; strong implementation capability.
• Collaborative with the ability to work effectively with a number of different levels in the organization.
• Ability to establish and maintain strong client relationships and deliver quality service and value to internal stakeholders with professionalism.
• Proficient in MS Office required; Adobe Suite an asset; Experience using various CRM/Email marketing platforms an asset.
• Up-to-date on the latest trends and technologies in digital marketing.

This position requires written and oral fluency in English. The successful candidate may be required to support or collaborate with English-speaking colleagues or stakeholders while at KPMG. The successful candidate may be required to create, interpret and/or apply policies, practices, laws and and/or regulations during the regular course of their employment.

In British Columbia, the expected annual total compensation range for this position is $72,500 to $116,000. The determination of an applicant’s compensation within this range is based on the individual’s location, skills & competencies, and unique qualifications. In addition to total compensation, KPMG also offers a comprehensive, competitive Total Rewards program. 

Keys to your success

KPMG individuals Deliver Impact | Seek Growth | Inspire Trust and understand that a diverse workforce enables us to deepen relationships and strengthen our business.

Providing you with the support you need to be at your best

For more information about KPMG in Canada’s Benefits and well-being, click here.

This is a remote/hybrid position. #li-remote

Requirements:

Languages

English

Education

• No degree, certificate or diploma

Experience

Experience an asset

Requirements:

Languages: Candidates must have knowledge of the English Language.
Education: Candidates need standard educational qualification such as a other trades certificate or diploma
Experience: Candidates need an experience of 2-3 years
Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses: Personal protective equipment (PPE) training, First Aid Certificate
Apprenticeship Training: Level two apprenticeship training
Construction Specialization: Residential
Security and Safety: Criminal record check
Own Tools/Equipment: Tools, Steel-toed safety boots

Physical Requirements:

• The candidate should be physically demanding

Other Requirements:

• The candidate should be a team player

Responsibilities:

• The candidate should be able to load, unload and transport construction materials
• The candidate should be able to assist in framing houses, erecting walls and building roofs
• The candidate should be able to read and interpret blueprints

Benefits:

• The employees get to work in a well-known company
• The employees get to learn various advanced techniques
• The employees get health benefits such as Dental plan, Disability benefits and Health care plan
• The employees get long-term benefits such as group insurance benefits

How to apply:

If the position is fit for you and the basic requirements are fulfilled then you can now apply directly to the employer by sending an email (along with your resume) through below mentioned details.

By email:
[email protected]

Screening questions:
Are you currently legally able to work in Canada?
Do you currently reside in proximity to the advertised location?

Requirements:

Languages: Candidates must have knowledge of the English or Fench Language
Education: Candidates don’t need standard educational qualifications
Experience: Candidates should have experience of 7 months to less than 1 year

Physical Requirements:

• The candidates should be experienced in fruit and vegetable combination farming and accustomed to working outdoors
• The candidates should be capable of working in wet/damp, dusty, and hot conditions, thriving in a fast-paced environment, and adept at handling repetitive tasks
• The candidates should have experience in handling heavy loads, up to 23 kg (50 lbs), possess physical strength and endurance for physically demanding tasks, and demonstrate excellent manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination
• The candidates should have the ability to distinguish between colors and be comfortable with activities such as bending, crouching, and kneeling

Other Requirements:

• The candidates should have efficient interpersonal skills and demonstrate flexibility in their work approach
• The candidates should be reliable in fulfilling their responsibilities and be a team player

Candidate Status:

• Candidate must be a Canadian Citizen or temporary or permanent resident of Canada
• Candidate must have legal authorization (Work Permit) to work in Canada
• If Candidates are unable to fulfill above mentioned requirements, don’t apply for the position

Responsibilities:

• The candidates should be able to hand harvest vegetables and pick row and orchard crops
• The candidates should be able to clean the work area, sort and pack fruits and vegetables, and load, unload, and transfer crates, supplies, and farm produce, livestock, and poultry

Benefits:

• The candidates will get on-site housing options

How to apply:

If the position is fit for you and the basic requirements are fulfilled then you can now apply directly to the employer (along with your Resume, References attesting experience) through the below-mentioned details

In person
744 Quesnel Rd
Sturgeon Falls, ON
P2B 2W3
Between 09:00 a.m. and 05:00 p.m.

Requirements:

Languages: Candidates must have knowledge of the English Language.
Education: Candidates don’t need standard educational qualifications such as a high school, bachelor’s degree, a certificate, or a diploma
Experience: Candidates need experience of 1 to less than 7 months

Physical Requirements:

• The candidate should be able to work in a fast-paced environment
• The candidate should be able to work under pressure
• The candidate should be able to perform repetitive tasks
• The candidate should be physically strong
• The candidate should be able to pay attention to details
• The candidate should be a combination of sitting, standing, walking
• The candidate should be able to stand for extended periods
• The candidate should be able for bending, crouching, kneeling

Responsibilities:

• The candidate should be able to vacuum carpeting, area rugs, draperies and upholstered furniture
• The candidate should be able to pick up debris and empty trash containers
• The candidate should be able to dust furniture
• The candidate should be able to sweep, mop, wash and polish floors
• The candidate should be able to clean, disinfect and polish kitchen and bathroom fixtures and appliances

 How to apply:

If the position is fit for you and the basic requirements are fulfilled then you can now apply directly to the employer by sending an email (along with your resume) through below mentioned details.

By Email:
[email protected]

Requirements:

Languages: Candidates must have knowledge of the English Language
Education: Candidates need standard educational qualifications such as a Secondary (high) school graduation certificate
Experience: Candidates don’t need experience, training will be provided

Candidate Status:

• Canadian citizens and permanent or temporary foreign workers of Canada are eligible for this position
• International Candidates who don’t have a valid Canadian work permit also can apply

Responsibilities:

• The candidates should be able to demonstrate food safety/handling skills, ensuring compliance with hygiene and safety standards in food-related tasks, and feed flattened boxes into forming machines to construct containers, facilitating the packaging process
• The candidates should be able to transport raw materials, finished products, and packaging materials, contributing to the logistical flow of production, and provide customer service by addressing inquiries and assisting customers in a friendly and helpful manner

• The candidates should be able to feed and unload processing machines, actively participating in the production process, and assist process control and machine operators in performing their duties, contributing to the efficiency of production processes
• The candidates should be able to clean machines and immediate work areas, following sanitation protocols and maintaining a clean and safe work environment

How to apply:

If the position is fit for you and the basic requirements are fulfilled then you can now apply directly to the employer (along with your Resume) through the below-mentioned details

By email
[email protected]

By mail
13165 76 Ave suite Unit B
Surrey, BC
V3W 2V7

Language: English

Job Duties include:

• Adjust, repair or replace parts and components of automotive systems including fuel system, brakes, steering and suspension, engine and drive train, emission control and exhaust, cooling and climate control, and electrical and electronic systems using hand tools and other specialized automotive repair equipment.

• Perform scheduled maintenance services, such as oil changes, lubrications, and tune-ups.

• Explain regular vehicle maintenance procedures to customers.

• Respond to customer complaints regarding quality, cost, or duration of repairs and calculate the total cost of repair jobs including parts, labor rates, and taxes

• Review work orders and discuss work with supervisor

Education, Experience, and skills required: Technical training and 2-3 years of experience is required. Work well independently.

Benefits: As per the employment standards act 10 days paid vacation.

How to apply:

If the position is fit for you and the basic requirements are fulfilled then you can now apply directly to the employer (along with your Resume) through the below-mentioned details

By email

[email protected]

In this role, the duty will be to plan, organize, control and evaluate the activities of our company in commercial and e-business advertising, marketing and public relations.

Requirements:

-        Education: Completion of a university degree or college diploma in business administration or in a related field is required.

-        Experience: 2-3 Year of experience in related field is required.

-        Language: Knowledge of English Language

Job Duties:

-        Develops and executes the marketing strategies to drive sales

-        Development, oversight, and delivery of promotional activities in collaboration with the relevant departments.

-        Responsible for managing a team of staff including performance management, coaching and/or discipline when required, as well as hiring and training new employees.

-        Manages the budgets and contracts for all marketing materials and services

-        Oversee online interactions and establish positive public relations

-        Conduct market research to see current trends and opportunities

-        Coordinate budgets estimates and contracts for advertisement campaigns

-        Help with product development

How to apply:

If the position is fit for you and the basic requirements are fulfilled then you can now apply directly to the employer (along with your Resume) through the below-mentioned details

By email

[email protected]