Student Community Programming Specialist

Job Title

Student Community Programming Specialist

Job Type

Permanent

Union

MRSA

Position Classification

SAD08 Administrative Services VIII

Salary Grade

$66,193.40 - $83,738.20

FT or PT

Full-time

Hybrid Work

This position is eligible

Position End Date (if applicable)

Location

MRU Main Campus - Calgary, AB T3E 6K6 CA (Primary)

About This Position

About the Role

Reporting to the Director of Student Support, the Student Community Programming Specialist is responsible for sourcing, developing, delivering, and evaluating educational programming across the Student Affairs portfolio that focuses on fostering a more inclusive student body. Duties include, but are not limited to: the development and delivery of educational and awareness programming for students, collaborating with offices and programs across the institution, and providing support to the academic and non-academic misconduct processes in the Office of Student Community Standards.

Responsibilities

Educational Programming Development and Collaboration

• Develop and deliver educational programming on campus which supports departmental, divisional and institutional plans. Examples of activities/outcomes include but are not limited to:
• Workshops and seminars for students and employees
• Train-the-trainer sessions
• Develop online educational materials for various audiences
• Create and facilitate programming for students specific to the Office of Student Community Standards.
• Collaborate on educational initiatives and events with campus partners, including but not limited to the Offices of Community and Belonging, Decolonization and Indigenization, Dating, Domestic and Sexual Violence (DDSV), and the Students’ Association of Mount Royal University (SAMRU).
• Provide recommendations to the Director, Student Support regarding educational opportunities and the needs of the campus community.
• Review current educational training and content and provide guidance to other MRU learning and content developers.
• Maintain data, statistics, and track feedback on program participation and outcomes.
  
  

Manage Incoming Incident Reports

• Assess the severity of academic and non-academic incidents and code violation(s).
• Conduct investigations in accordance with the code, contact complainant, respondents, victims, and witnesses for details as necessary while ensuring procedural fairness and transparency.
• Meet and advise/ complainants and respondents of the availability of student specific supports on campus including, but not limited to: counselling, advocacy (SAMRU), peer support, security services and student learning services.
• Respond to questions and concerns raised by students, staff, and faculty about academic and non-academic misconduct policies, procedures, and outcomes.
• Track and review educational assignment completions and follow-up when deadlines have not been met.
• Consult with Director whenever necessary.
  
  

Database / Records Management and Conflict Resolution Support

• Maintain conduct database as necessary with all relevant incident, investigation, and outcome related data.
• Review and update templates, workflows, and other database related documentation as required.
• Mediates interpersonal conflicts and facilitates conversations across difference involving two or more members of the University community, with an eye to the structural and systemic causes of conflict and how to transform them.
• Facilitates dialogues and group conversations where there is potential for conflict among participants
  
  

Qualifications

• Three or four year Bachelor degree or equivalent
• 3 - 5 years of experience in program development, implementation, and assessment for adult learners
• Previous experience with program development, implementation, and assessment in a post-secondary context is an asset.
• Previous working knowledge of student conduct programs and processes, including Residence Life experience, would be useful.
• Strong analytical and project management skills
• High degree of intercultural competence & trauma-informed practices
• Knowledge translation skills
• Excellent communication skills, including report writing
• High level of emotional and social intelligence
• Self-directed and ability to work well in at team
  

Closing Date: November 6, 2026

A cover letter and resume should be submitted in one .pdf document. Please title your .pdf document as follows: [Last Name], [Requisition Number], [Document Title].pdf (ex. Smith, 4321, CV.pdf).

We encourage all qualified applicants to apply, however, Canadian citizens, permanent residents and others currently legally authorized to work in Canada will be given priority. Please note only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. After the close date, you can check on the status of your application through your Career Centre. New career opportunities arise frequently and are posted as they become available. Please check back often to view our latest postings on our Career Opportunities page.

If you require accommodation to participate in the recruitment process, please notify [email protected] and we will work together on your accommodation request.

About MRU

Founded in 1910 and located in Calgary, Alberta, Canada, Mount Royal University grew into a vibrant college in the 1930s and became a mid-sized university in 2009. A student-focused undergraduate university built on teaching excellence, Mount Royal University is known for our top-calibre programs, high-quality teaching and learning experience, robust delivery of liberal education, scholarly teaching, experiential learning and undergraduate research. MRU serves approximately 15,782 students, including 11,752 full-time and 4,030 part-time learners. MRU offers 13 bachelor's degrees encompassing 37 majors across faculties such as Arts, Business, Communications, Health, Community & Education, and Science & Technology. With over 74% of its student body drawn from the local area, Mount Royal University primarily serves Calgary and its surrounding region. MRU is a diverse yet close community with over 1,800 employees. Mount Royal provides employees the support they need to lead and advance institutional goals. Learn more about MRU's Academic Plan and Strategic Plan.

What We Offer

Talented and committed employees are the driving force behind student success. We strive to be an employer of choice among Canadian post-secondary institutions. At MRU, we recognize that people are a combination of many intersecting identities; we work to cultivate an environment that welcomes the whole person, and harnesses the strength that is available in our diversity, creating a rich and inclusive workplace.

Investing in the learning and development of our employees benefits the individual and the University. A variety of services, resources and programs encourage a healthy, productive workplace. MRU offers a competitive total compensation package including learning/training paid by employer, paid vacation, winter holiday closure, personal days and a free membership in our fully equipped recreation centre. Positions over six months may also be eligible for health and dental benefits, pension, health and personal spending accounts, and disability benefits.

Our campus offers the convenience of a full medical clinic, dentist and pharmacy, as well as a variety of wellness services such as physiotherapists and massage therapists. Campus Recreation offers many activities, including personal training, fitness classes, climbing, aquatics, sports, tournaments and certifications for students, employees and the public.