Location:Guelph, ON, CA, N1G 2W1Primary Category Page: Staff and ManagementDivision: OAC Guelph CampusRequisition ID: 2680Department:Food Agricultural and Resource EconomicsPosition covered by the Collective Agreement with USW Local 4120Duties And ResponsibilitiesReporting to the Administrative Officer, the incumbent is vital to the everyday operation of the unit and long-term maintenance of all aspects of services provided by the unit, as well as providing support to the Undergraduate Program Coordinator and department faculty in relation to Undergraduate students. It is expected that the incumbent be well versed on all Undergraduate student matters and appropriate university policies and procedures and any collective agreements relating to Undergraduate students in order to maintain the academic standards and integrity of all FARE Undergraduate programs.The Academic Program Assistant coordinates the semesterly teaching schedule with the Chair and the Office of Registrarial Services, manages course enrolment, course outlines, course evaluations, co-op work reports submission records, final grades submissions, calendar changes, filing (paper and digital) and liaison material. He/she also ensures the appropriate communication lines exist for information sharing between the Registrar, Undergraduate Services, the Dean's Office, and students. In addition, this position will work with the rest of the Administrative staff in the FARE department to maintain a high level of service during peak demand times and when staff are absent.RequirementsRequirements for the position include: Completion of 2 years post-secondary education (degree preferred) along with a minimum of one (1)



year related work experience preferably in an academic setting or an equivalent combination of education and experience. The successful candidate must demonstrate a genuine interest in the well-being of students.Additional Requirements IncludeExcellent communication skills to correspond with internal and external clientsMaintain high levels of confidentiality especially with regards to sensitive mattersProfessionalism, diplomacy, judgementAbility to multitask and prioritize while maintaining high quality, accurate, workAttention to detail, strong organizational and problem solving skillsExperience working in a fast-paced environment with constant interruptions; Ability to work effectively both independently and with a team; Excellent communication (written and oral), organizational, and problem solving skills; Excellent customerservice skills including sensitivity to issues, concerns and needs of students, staff and faculty.Proficiency in computer systems, particularly Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Access, Powerpoint), Colleague, WebAdvisor, University Email and Calendaring system, Drupal, HRER, Adobe, internet, etc.Good knowledge of the university at large and its policiesEmployee Type: RegularPosition Number: 10105029Classification: USW, Local 4120 Salary: Band 3USW Local 4120 Wage GridTentative 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: 08/18/2026Closing Date: 08/24/2026#J-18808-Ljbffr

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