Coordinator, Faculty Relations Office chez Simon Fraser University

Who We Are

Simon Fraser University is a leading research university, advancing an inclusive and sustainable future. Our purpose – the essence of SFU – is to create and connect knowledge, learning and community for deeper understanding and meaningful impact. We are committed to fostering excellence, innovation, belonging and community in all that we do.

Reporting jointly to the Vice-President Academic on all academic matters and to the Vice-President People, Equity and Inclusion on matters related to equity and employee experience, Faculty Relations leads employer relations with the SFU Faculty Association bargaining unit and directs and administers all employment-related processes associated with the faculty career life cycle.

About the Role

The Coordinator, Faculty Relations Office provides a range of administrative, operational, and financial support for the Faculty Relations Office, which has a dual report to the Provost and Vice President Academic and Vice-President People, Equity and Inclusion portfolios. The role provides support to the Director, Operations and Leadership Initiatives through the provision of confidential administrative support and support for the development, implementation, maintenance, and evaluation of workflows, processes, and procedures in the Faculty Relations Office. The role exercises discretion in handling and resolving issues not requiring the direct involvement of the Executive Director or Directors in Faculty Relations and advises on the application of University policies and collective agreement terms. The role acts as an information resource for Faculty Relations on operational, administrative and financial matters. The role may support other units within the portfolio of the Provost and Vice-President, Academic, as required.

Full Job Description 

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Arts, Business Administration, Human Resources or other relevant discipline and two years of related experience in project management, finance and administration, office operations, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience. 

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (verbal, written, and presentation).
• Excellent organizational, analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent research skills with the ability to summarize complex information into reports.
• Ability to apply collective agreement terms and policies.
• Ability to work independently, establish priorities, meet deadlines, and work on a number of different initiatives concurrently.

What We Offer

At SFU, our goal is to ensure our people are valued and supported by promoting a healthy work-life balance, professional growth and development, as well as a safe and respectful workplace. We offer continuing employees who belong in the Administrative & Professional Staff Association (APSA):

• 4 weeks’ vacation (prorated for the first year)*
• Hybrid-work program for eligible positions
• Employer paid defined benefit pension plan
• On-campus tuition waiver for employees and their immediate family members*
• Off-campus tuition reimbursements and professional development funds*
• And more! View our benefits brochure

*Prorated for part-time employees

Additional Information

Please include your cover letter and resume in one attachment.

SFU is an equity employer and strongly encourages applications from all qualified individuals including women, Indigenous Peoples, visible minorities, people of all sexual orientations and gender identities, persons with disabilities, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of the university.

We are committed to ensuring that the application and interview process is accessible to all applicants. If you require any assistance or accommodations, please contact [email protected].