Renison University College, affiliated with the University of Waterloo, acknowledges that we live and work on the traditional territory of the Neutral, Anishinaabeg and Haudenosaunee peoples. Renison is situated on the Haldimand Tract, the land promised to the Six Nations that includes ten kilometres on either side of the Grand River. Our active work toward reconciliation takes place in all corners of our campus through research, learning, teaching, community building and outreach.

Respected as an inclusive community that values the diversity of its faculty, staff, and students, Renison is committed to engaged education for the well-being of the world, offering degree programs reflecting social and global engagement through our School of Social Sciences and Humanities and our School of Social Work as well as community engagement in our non-credit programs, through our School of Global Engagement and Education. More information about the College is available on the Renison website.

Renison invites applications for a full-time, 10-month contract position of Program Assistant to the School of Social Work (35 hours per week) until October 2027, with the salary range of: $45,082 - $56,352 per annum.  This position is open to qualified candidates who are legally entitled to work in Canada.

Objectives: The Program Assistant to the School of Social Work provides administrative support to the School of Social Work as directed by the Administration & Student Services Manager.  Responds to Master of Social Work inquiries, monitors the Field Education Intern Placement Tracking System, organizes and maintains the school’s web pages, assists with the School of Social Work generic email account and coordinates the MSW admissions process.  The position ensures that administration queries and practices are completed in a timely and confidential manner. This role is expected to provide coverage for the Bachelor of Social Work program when and if required.  

Additionally, the incumbent will represent Renison in a manner consistent with the values, goals, and strategic directions of the University College.

Education:

• Undergraduate degree or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience is required
• 2 years of office administration experience is required
• Experience in a university, or higher education setting is preferred

Experience:

• Excellent computer knowledge; spreadsheet and database skills, with the ability to learn admissions, student records, web content, learning management, and practicum tracking systems.
• Excellent communication (oral and written) skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills including demonstrated collaborative abilities and approachability, able to participate in a team environment.
• Highly detail-oriented, with an aptitude for accuracy.
• Effective organizational skills, with the ability to multi-task efficiently and work with multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Uses sound judgment in handling confidential applicant and student information and shares it only with authorized staff.