Athabasca University's Faculty of Business is recruiting for a permanent, full-timeCourse Administrator.

First consideration will be given to internal applicants according to the AUPE Collective Agreement, Article 11.02.

The Position:

The incumbent is primarily responsible for coordinating the acquisition/creation and deployment of course materials; deploying digital courseware; and researching and obtaining copyright permissions in accordance with Canada's copyright legislation for all Faculty of Business graduate programs and courses. Responsibilities involve detailed, time-sensitive tasks and processes, requiring a critical, quality-assurance and service-oriented focus. The incumbent also has administrative responsibilities associated with course delivery. The incumbent works closely with the Learning Designers & Editors within Course Development & Production to support course development and production activities, as well as with other cross-functional departments in the Faculty of Business at Athabasca University and with external stakeholders and suppliers.

Qualifications:

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Incumbents should have two years of post-secondary education (preferably in administration, business skills, or education) and have three or more years' experience working in an educational setting (or a combination of education and experience) in an administrative capacity. Preference will be given to a candidate with a background in online education, with experience using collaborative productivity tools (e.g., Microsoft 365) , with knowledge of copyright law and intellectual property practices, and with strong technology skills and aptitude.

SKILLS REQUIRED

• Excellent general administrative skills (e.g., administrative procedures; record keeping/database maintenance and management; light bookkeeping/cost recording; purchasing)
• Proven strong computer skills (e.g., must be highly proficient in standard business/productivity software such as Microsoft 365 platform tools, Internet research, Adobe systems software) and with a strong aptitude for technology.
• Strong organizational and time management skills (e.g., self-motivation, ability to organize personal work priorities, proactivity, efficiency, scheduling).
• Proven ability to work independently and as part of a team. Must have a strong comfort level and adeptness with using and learning different technologies.
• Excellent written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills, and highly proficient in business correspondence.
• Proven customer service skills and orientation. Must have a strong level of experience in dealing directly with customers/stakeholders and resolving issues effectively and efficiently.
• Strong problem-solving skills (ability to analyse data and information effectively).
• Strong proofreading skills (must have a strong working knowledge of grammar and spelling)
• Excellent research skills (e.g., Internet, Library, databases).
• Proven accuracy and detail-oriented skills.

A detailed job description can be viewed at: Course Administrator.

Contact Information:
For more information regarding this role, please contact Craig Jamieson,Senior Manager, Course Development & Production, atcjamieson@athabascau.ca.