Academic Coordinator

Department: OVC-Integrated College Services
Position covered by the Collective Agreement with USW Local 4120

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Duties and Responsibilities

Reporting to the Learning Pathways Officer, the Academic Coordinator provides administrative support for all aspects of course-based experiential learning (EL) programs at the Ontario Veterinary College (examples include the Master of Public Health program, Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM), and Summer Research Studentships). The Academic Coordinator plays an essential role in the professional and successful coordination of the delivery of the course-based experiential learning programs in OVC, contributing to the college’s graduate and undergraduate training mandate and reputational excellence in public health and veterinary medicine.  With a focus on hands-on curricular and co-curricular skills development opportunities, the Academic Coordinator will contribute to an enhanced student experience, that supports the preparation of our graduates for career opportunities in diverse sectors such as corporate and public sectors, biomedical research, technology, and entrepreneurship. The Academic Coordinator will support the tracking of skills, knowledge, and attitudes related to career readiness of OVC graduates. 

As a member of a collaborative team, the Academic Coordinator supports an evolving portfolio and is responsible to:

• Develop strategic and tactical outreach, networking, and relationship plans that identify and target external organizations, professional associations, veterinarians, government, and industry to enhance and strengthen the student experience;   
• Provide subject matter expertise relative to EL opportunities and program progression;
• Market EL programs and prepare recruitment materials across multiple platforms;
• Consult with faculty subject matter experts to identify and approve practicum placements;
• Coordinate program committee meetings, and plan and organize program events (e.g., the annual Public Health Forum);
• Advise students on program/course requirements, program progression, impact of leaves, course of action on University guidelines, and other academic supports.

Requirements

Requirements for this position include: an Undergraduate Degree in Business Administration, Business Management, Marketing, or related degree, and 2 years of experience in program management, or recruitment and marketing or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

The Coordinator will occasionally be required to travel and drive a vehicle to conduct site visits, and work adjusted hours for special events (e.g. Industry Day).

Additional requirements include:

• Strong ability to manage priorities and difficult situations with confidence, professionalism and diplomacy;
• Advanced written and oral communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills;
• Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain excellent relationships in a multi-stakeholder environment;
• Thorough, accurate and high level of attention to detail; accurate and timely record keeping;
• Knowledge of experiential learning opportunities in support of educational objectives;      
• Strong problem solving and analytical skills and the ability to analyze problems and define effective solutions;
• Sensitive to confidential information, and an ethical approach to balancing the needs of all stakeholders.

Employee Type: Regular 
Position Number: 10925714 
Classification: USW, Local 4120 Salary: Band 5  
USW Local 4120 Wage Grid

*Tentative evaluation; subject to final review.

At the University of Guelph, fostering a culture of inclusion is an institutional imperative. The University invites and encourages applications from all qualified individuals, including from groups that are traditionally underrepresented in employment, who may contribute to further diversification of our Institution.

Posting Date: 03/27/2026  
Closing Date: 04/03/2026