Coordinator/Officer

Western University
London, ON

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Job details

Temporary | Part-time | Contract | Fixed term contract
7 hours ago

Skills

Record keeping
Business Management
Customer service
Engineering
Administrative support experience
English
Administrative and business operations experience
Microsoft Office
Administrative experience
Bachelor's
Human resources
Customer service orientation
Information processing
Budgeting
Business
Communication skills
Office experience

Full job description

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

The School of Biomedical Engineering (SBME) is one of six academic units in the Faculty of Engineering. The School of Biomedical Engineering at Western promotes the cooperative involvement of clinical and basic researchers in disciplines including biomaterials, biomechanics, mechatronics and imaging. Our programs encourage multidisciplinary links between Western Engineering, Health Sciences, and Science; the Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry, Robarts Research Institute, Lawson Health Research Institute and teaching hospitals at Western University.

For more information visit: https://www.eng.uwo.ca/biomed/

To view Western Engineering’s Mission, Vision and Values visit: http://www.eng.uwo.ca/faculty_staff/img/Values_Mission_Statement.pdf

Responsibilities

The Coordinator-Officer will perform a wide range of administrative duties to support a program, research project, department or other business unit. The incumbent will carry out administrative functions, communicate and build relationships with a wide range of internal and external contacts. The Coordinator-Officer will anticipate and resolve issues, coordinate projects, and the implementation of administrative systems and procedures. The incumbent will serve as a principal source of information regarding administrative functions, and may monitor budgets and financial processes. The incumbent may be required to provide analysis, information and reports on primary business objectives (e.g. student applications, research funding, budget for event).

Qualifications

Education:

Undergraduate Degree, in Business Management/Administration preferred

Experience:

1 year of administrative experience in an office environment

Skills, Abilities & Expertise:

Knowledge of general office procedures
Familiarity with financial records management
Familiarity with Human Resources principles and practices
Familiarity with University policies and procedures preferred
Ability to ensure expenditures and resources are within allotments, and to make appropriate modifications when required
Ability to foster collaboration and respect among team members
Communication skills with confidence interacting with individuals at all levels of an organization
Intermediate computer skills in Microsoft Office Suite
Ability to apply creativity, innovation and resourcefulness to daily work
Customer service skills with a desire to achieve results in a professional and timely manner
Detail-oriented with an ability to function and process information with high levels of accuracy
Ability to create a positive impression while interacting with others and responding to inquiries, by telephone, in person or electronically
Results-oriented with an ability to handle many tasks and maintain a high level of individual and team performance

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!

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:

This position is an existing vacancy. This position is fully in-person, on-site. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those chosen for an interview will be contacted.

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