Student Engagement Coordinator

Position Information

Position Title
Student Engagement Coordinator

Department/Unit
Schulich School of Law - General

Location
Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada

Posting Number
S232-25

Employee Group
NSGEU Local 77

Position Type
Regular, On-Going

Duration of Contract (if applicable)

Employment Type
Full Time

Full-time Equivalency (FTE)
1

Salary
$25.89 - $32.77 ($47,119 - $59,644 per annum, 35 hours per week)

Classification
C5

Provisional Statement
This is a provisional classification. Formal regular review classification procedures may be initiated at any time by the incumbent or supervisor after the incumbent has worked a minimum of six months in the role.

About Dalhousie University
Dalhousie University is Atlantic Canada’s leading research-intensive university and a driver of the region’s intellectual, social and economic development. Located in the heart of Halifax, Nova Scotia, with an Agricultural Campus in Truro/Bible Hill, Dalhousie is a truly national and international university, with more than half of our almost 21,000 students coming from outside of the province. Our 6,000 faculty and staff foster a vibrant, purpose-driven community, that celebrated 200 years of academic excellence in 2018.

Job Summary
As the first university-based common law school in the nation, the Schulich School of Law offers a unique and enlightened approach to legal education. Diverse curriculum, leading specializations, and internationally recognized faculty provide exceptional opportunities in all facets of legal education. Reporting to the Assistant Dean, Student and Academic Affairs, the Student Engagement Coordinator is an integral member of Schulich Law’s Associate Dean Academic Office team and plays an indispensable role in matters related to the quality of the student experience in the Juris Doctor (J.D.) program.

Key Responsibilities
Maintain and audit JD student records and course registrations to ensure compliance with degree requirements.
Organize and manage the online registration process, including liaising with the Registrar’s Office and assisting students.
Coordinate academic success initiatives such as 1L Orientation Week, peer mentorship programming, and information sessions.
Liaise with faculty, administration, and external institutions on registration policies, documentation, and graduation eligibility.
Coordinate examination accommodations and deferred and supplemental exam arrangements, ensuring compliance with policies and secure handling of exam materials.
Provide confidential administrative support to the Associate Dean Academic’s Office, including maintaining student platforms, updating calendars, and managing communications.

Note
The successful applicant will be eligible for hybrid work (combination of in-person work on campus and remote work from within Nova Scotia) as agreed by all parties based on operational requirements and university guidelines.

Required Qualifications
Business/Office Administrative Diploma plus approximately three to five years’ related work experience (or equivalent combination of training and experience).
Excellent interpersonal and communication (verbal and written) skills.
Proven ability to work well independently and as part of a team.
Demonstrated ability to multi-task in a busy working environment including strong attention to detail, initiative and organizational skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft 365 suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, Teams, OneDrive, Forms, etc.).

Assets

Job Competencies
The successful candidate is expected to demonstrate proficiency in Dalhousie’s core competencies, in particular:

Self-Awareness & Professionalism
Respect & Inclusion
Adaptability
Knowledge & Thinking Skills
Communication

Additional Information
Dalhousie University supports a healthy and balanced lifestyle. Our total compensation package includes a defined benefit pension plan, health and dental plans, a health spending account, an employee and family assistance program and a tuition assistance program.

Application Consideration
Non-probationary bargaining unit employees (NSGEU local 77) are given priority consideration. All other applications will be considered when there is no qualified candidate from the bargaining unit.

We sincerely appreciate all applications and note that only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted directly by the hiring department or People and Culture.

Diversity Statement
Dalhousie University commits to achieving inclusive excellence through continually championing equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility. The university encourages applications from Indigenous Peoples of Turtle Island (especially Mi’kmaq), persons of Black/African descent (especially African Nova Scotians), and members of other racialized groups, persons with disabilities, women, persons identifying as members of 2SLGBTQIA+ communities, and all candidates who would contribute to the diversity of our community. In accordance with our Employment Equity Policy, preference will be given in hiring processes to candidates who self-identify as members of one or more of the equity-deserving groups listed above. For more information, including details related to our Employment Equity Policy and Plan and definitions of equity-deserving groups please visit www.dal.ca/hiringfordiversity

If you require any support for the purpose of accommodation, such as technical aids or alternative arrangements, please let us know of these needs and how we can be of assistance. Dalhousie University is committed to ensuring all candidates have full, fair, and equitable participation in the hiring process. Our complete Accommodation Policy can be viewed here.

Posting Detail Information

Number of Vacancies
1

Open Date
12/08/2025

Close Date
12/15/2025

Open Until Filled
No

Special Instructions to Applicant

Quick Link for Direct Access to Posting
https://dal.peopleadmin.ca/postings/20006