Acting Director, Student Affairs, Competition # OR-19-14, Orillia ON
Overview
Acting Director, Student Affairs (Orillia Campus)
Full-Time, Contract (3 months with possibility of extension)
*THIS POSTING IS OPEN TO INTERNAL APPLICANTS ONLY*
Competition # OR-19-14
Reporting to the Associate Vice-Provost Students, the Director, Student Affairs (Orillia) leads an integrated team of staff, many of whom report to functional managers at the Thunder Bay campus. Working in a matrix organizational, multi-campus structure with the Orillia Principal, Associate Vice-Provost Students and other Student affairs colleagues, the Director, Student Affairs plays a major role in the development of a rich student experience that extends into all aspects of student life at the Orillia campus.
Major responsibilities include providing leadership, mentorship and supervision both to direct and dotted reporting staff positions; working with other managerial colleagues to plan for and foster the student experience; addressing needs and concerns of Orillia students and student groups; taking the primary lead on non-academic judicial matters; and working closely with Residence Life. The Director, Student Affairs is the voice for Student Affairs at the Orillia campus.
Job Requirements:
- Masters degree preferred with preference to program specialization in higher education or student affairs
- Solid leadership experience in a post-secondary education environment with a proven track record in the management of student affairs professionals
- Demonstrated success in setting clear strategic goals and proven ability to contribute to enhancing the quality of the student experience through the improvement of student services
- Sound knowledge of student development theory and best practices in student services required, including the particular needs of students with disabilities, graduate, Aboriginal and international students
- Experience in student program development, assessment, risk management, and budget management required
- Collaborative leader who understands how to work in a matrix organizational structure with other colleagues who are functional managers of staff
- Demonstrated ability to build a strong, cohesive, integrated team,
- Commitment to the core values of a student-centred university with multi-campuses; embracing the philosophy of “One University – multiple campuses”
- Outstanding human relations, communication and interpersonal skills with strong critical-thinking skills and creative problem-solving skills required
- Experience in threat assessment/crisis management, and trauma response skills preferred
Interested internal applicants are invited to submit a single pdf document quoting competition # OR-19-14, containing a cover letter and resume, along with the contact information of three work-related references by July 5, 2019 to:
Office of Human Resources
Office of Human Resources
Orillia Academic Building
500 University Ave.
Email: careers@lakeheadu.ca
We appreciate your interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be notified.
Lakehead University is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and welcomes applications from all qualified individuals including women, racialized persons, Indigenous people, persons with disabilities and other equity-seeking groups. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority. This is in accordance with Canadian immigration requirements.
Lakehead University is committed to supporting an accessible environment. Applicants requiring accommodation during the interview process should contact the Office of Human Resources at (807) 343.8334 or human.resources@lakeheadu.ca to make appropriate arrangements.
STUDENT AFFAIRS ASSISTANT, Office of Student Affairs, Orillia Campus, Competition # OR-19-12
Overview
STUDENT AFFAIRS ASSISTANT
Orillia Campus
Office of Student Affairs
Full-Time, Contract (ending September 30, 2019 – possibility of extension)
Schedule II
Competition # OR-19-12
Reporting to the Director, Student Affairs, this role acts as ambassador by providing high level service to students and visitors as their first point of contact with Lakehead University. The individual actively provides hands-on assistance to students answering inquiries and providing information on a variety of functional areas including admissions, academic advising, records, registration, student awards, scholarships, financial aid, accessibility services, wellness centre and student success initiatives.
This customer service professional also processes payments, coordinates appointments, completes administrative work, refers questions and issues to other experts within the University, processes student documentation, and supports other initiatives and projects.
The successful candidate will possess:
• Post Secondary degree in a related field;
• 1 year of related experience, ideally in a post secondary institution;
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and customer service skills;
• Excellent organization, prioritization and problem solving skills;
• Ability to deal with multiple demands in a busy, student focused environment;
• Strong attention to detail skills combined with sound judgement and ability to act with
diplomacy and tact during difficult conversations;
• Demonstrates understanding of FIPPA requirements and maintains confidentiality;
• Strong ability to work independently and demonstrate initiative, along with working well in a team;
• Demonstrates understanding of student life cycle and post-secondary programs and services;
• Proficient computers skills including with email, word processing, internet, and databases;
• Experience with Datatel, Lakehead University website, MyInfo systems and OSAP portal is an asset;
Interested applicants are invited to submit a single PDF document, quoting competition # OR-19-12, that includes cover letter, resume, along with the contact information of three references to:
Office of Human Resources
Orillia Academic Building
500 University Ave.
Email: careers@lakeheadu.ca
We appreciate your interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be notified.
Lakehead University is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and welcomes applications from all qualified individuals including women, racialized persons, Indigenous people, persons with disabilities and other equity-seeking groups. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority. This is in accordance with Canadian immigration requirements.
Lakehead University is committed to supporting an accessible environment. Applicants requiring accommodation during the interview process should contact the Office of Human Resources at (807) 343.8334 or human.resources@lakeheadu.ca to make appropriate arrangements.
Zoe Dhillon ready to represent peers as Lakehead Orillia's Voice from the Class
June 5, 2019 – Orillia, ON
Zoe Dhillon will be the Voice from the Class at Lakehead University’s convocation ceremony on Saturday, June 8 at Rotary Place in Orillia.
Dhillon’s speech will focus on recognizing and appreciating the experiences that students have shared throughout their time together.
“The goal of my speech is to acknowledge the ways in which we have grown over the past few years at Lakehead, and to cherish the fact that we have gone through this process together,” Dhillon said.
“I also want to highlight some of the amazing opportunities that make Lakehead Orillia so unique, like small class sizes and accessible communication with our skilled professors.”
Before attending Lakehead Orillia, Dhillon spent a year studying at a larger university where she felt more like a number than a valued member of a diverse campus. “It was difficult to meet students and professors in my own program, so I essentially felt alone throughout the process of my degree.”
After returning to Orillia for the summer, she suddenly became enamoured by the small town and its wonderful citizens. Since she felt increasingly disheartened by that larger university, she decided to apply to Lakehead Orillia on a whim – only a month before classes would start.
“At Lakehead Orillia things are so different, which is why I really believe our campus is a special, magical place. The small class sizes provide an opportunity for students to develop amazing interpersonal relationships and to work together on a variety of projects. In addition, we have the opportunity to work with our professors more than at other universities, and to benefit from their knowledge and expertise in a very accessible manner.”
She felt her paralysis fade away after starting at Lakehead Orillia. This sense of ease allowed her to take on several interesting roles on campus, including as the Orillia Bureau Chief for the Argus student newspaper, the writing coach at Lakehead Orillia, and as a research assistant for a Lakehead professor.
“Lakehead has also provided me with the opportunity to volunteer at a number of campus events, to publish my writing, and to speak at several conferences both in Canada and the U.S. Lakehead also gave me the boost in personal confidence and communication skills that I needed in order to be successful within those opportunities,” she said.
Another highlight for Dhillon was volunteering at the Lakehead University English booth for information sessions and open houses on campus.
“I absolutely love it when prospective students come up with the same enthusiasm and interest that I had when I was in their position. As I’m sure you can tell by now, I think Lakehead is the best school out there and I feel so unbelievably grateful to be here, so I love sharing my stories and my feedback about the school.”
At convocation, Dhillon will receive a Dean’s Scholar Award for Social Sciences and Humanities along with an Honours Bachelor of Arts with a specialization in English. She also received two external scholarships and the Lakehead Leader Award for Academic Excellence during her time at Lakehead.
Dhillon will be starting a Master of Arts in English and a Graduate Diploma in Asian Studies at York University this September. After that, she plans to pursue a PhD to continue her research.
“My dream is to become a professor of English literature – preferably at Lakehead Orillia,” she said.
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Media contact: Jaclyn Bucik, Marketing and Communications Associate, Lakehead University, jbucik@lakeheadu.ca or 705-330-4008, ext. 2014.
Lakehead University has approximately 9,700 full-time equivalent students and 2,000 faculty and staff in 10 faculties at two campuses in Orillia and Thunder Bay, Ontario. Lakehead is a fully comprehensive university: home to Ontario’s newest Faculty of Law in 44 years, the Northern Ontario School of Medicine, and faculties of Engineering, Business Administration, Health & Behavioural Sciences, Social Sciences & Humanities, Science & Environmental Studies, Natural Resources Management, Education, and Graduate Studies. Maclean’s 2019 University Rankings place Lakehead University among Canada's Top 10 primarily undergraduate universities and in 2018 Research Infosource named Lakehead Research University of the Year in its category for the fourth consecutive year. Visit www.lakeheadu.ca.
Spiropoulos and Rodger named Lakehead Orillia athletes of the year
2018-19 athletes of the year Gia Spiropoulos (left) and Ryan Rodger (right).
Pictured above are the students who received most valuable player (MVP), team, and rookie of the year awards in each of Lakehead Orillia’s sports teams: varsity golf, equestrian, men’s and women’s hockey, dance, men’s and women’s varsity indoor soccer, and men’s and women’s basketball.
April 5, 2019 – Orillia, ON
Lakehead University Orillia celebrated a successful 2018-19 athletics season on Friday, April 5 by handing out their awards at the annual Athletic Awards Banquet held at Hawk Ridge Golf and Country Club.
Gia Spiropoulos (Women’s Basketball) walked away with the Female Athlete of the Year, with Ryan Rodger (Men’s Hockey) claiming Male Athlete of the Year.
“Being an athlete is a lot of work on top of being a full-time student, and in some cases, juggling a part-time job,” said Elana Weber, Student Athletics and Wellness Coordinator, at Friday night’s banquet. “Tonight, we recognize you as leaders, passionate members and ambassadors of Lakehead University, and proud Thunderwolves.”
Awards were also presented to top student athletes in each of the University’s sports teams: varsity golf, equestrian, men’s and women’s hockey, dance, men’s and women’s varsity indoor soccer, and men’s and women’s basketball. Most valuable player and rookie of the year were announced and presented by the team coaches, who were also recognized and thanked by the University.
A complete list of award winners from the evening can be found below as well as on our website www.orilliathunderwolves.ca
Major Award Winners
Female Athlete of the Year
Gia Spiropoulos – Women’s Basketball
Male Athlete of the Year
Ryan Rodger – Men’s Hockey
Team Awards
Equestrian
Tori Beauchemin, Sophia Varga and Jill Widdifield
Varsity Golf
MVP: Jeremy Ruth
Rookie of the Year: Jake Akan
Men’s Hockey
MVP: Colton Stone
Rookie of the Year: Jonathan Corkery
Women’s Hockey
MVP: Melani Moylan
Rookie of the Year: Aimee Tindale
Dance
MVP: Kresson Taylor
Rookie of the Year: Kali Wintermute
Men’s Varsity Indoor Soccer
MVP: Maximilian Hayes
Rookie of the Year: Shane Tonkonog
Women’s Varsity Indoor Soccer
MVP: Madison Leigh
Rookie of the Year: Ally Morris
Men’s Basketball
MVP: Connor Garrison
Rookie of the Year: Samson Kennedy-Bissah
Women’s Basketball
MVP: Rebecca Alize-Minty
Rookie of the Year: Chelsea Wopnford
Stephanie Edwards
STUDENT AFFAIRS ASSISTANT, Orillia Campus, Office of Student Affairs, Competition # OR-18-12/13, Orillia, ON
Overview
STUDENT AFFAIRS ASSISTANT
Orillia Campus
Office of Student Affairs
2 Positions: 1 Full-Time, Permanent and 1 Full-Time, 1 Year Contract
Schedule II, Band 3
Competition # OR-18-12/13
Reporting to the Director, Student Affairs, this role acts as ambassador by providing high level service to students and visitors as their first point of contact with Lakehead University. They actively provide hands-on assistance to students answering inquiries and providing information on a variety of functional areas including admissions, academic advising, records, registration, student awards, scholarships, financial aid, accessibility services, wellness centre and student success initiatives.
This customer service professional also processes payments, coordinates appointments, completes administrative work, refers questions and issues to other experts within the University, processes student documentation, and supports other initiatives and projects.
The successful candidate will possess:
• Post-Secondary degree in a related field;
• 1 year of related experience, ideally in a post-secondary institution;
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and customer service skills;
• Excellent organization, prioritization and problem solving skills;
• Ability to deal with multiple demands in a busy, student focused environment;
• Strong attention to detail skills combined with sound judgement and ability to act with
diplomacy and tact during difficult conversations;
• Demonstrates understanding of FIPPA requirements and maintains confidentiality;
• Strong ability to work independently and demonstrate initiative, along with working well in a team;
• Demonstrates understanding of student life cycle and post-secondary programs and services;
• Proficient computers skills including with email, word processing, internet, and databases;
• Experience with Datatel, Lakehead University website, MyInfo systems and OSAP portal is an asset;
Interested applicants are invited to submit a single PDF document, quoting competition # OR-18-12/13, that includes cover letter, resume, along with the contact information of three references to:
Office of Human Resources
Orillia Academic Building
500 University Ave.
Email: careers@lakeheadu.ca
We appreciate your interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be notified.
Lakehead University is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and welcomes applications from all qualified individuals including women, racialized persons, Indigenous people, persons with disabilities and other equity-seeking groups. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority. This is in accordance with Canadian immigration requirements.
Lakehead University is committed to supporting an accessible environment. Applicants requiring accommodation during the interview process should contact the Office of Human Resources at (807) 343.8334 or human.resources@lakeheadu.ca to make appropriate arrangements.
WELLNESS AND RECREATION ASSISTANT, Competition # OR-18-11, Orillia, ON
Overview
WELLNESS AND RECREATION ASSISTANT
Orillia Campus
Office of Student Affairs
8 Month Contract, Full Time
Schedule II, Band 3
Competition # OR-18-11
Reporting to the Student Wellness and Athletics Coordinator, the Wellness and Recreation Assistant plays an important and key role in Student Affairs. This position is responsible for administrative coordination of campus recreation, intramural programming, and providing direct support to all competitive sports teams (varsity, extramural and club). In addition, this position will also provide direct support to students seeking support from our Health and Counselling team. The Wellness and Recreation Assistant will work closely with the Student Wellness and Athletics Coordinator, staff, faculty, community partners, practitioners and students to grow and expand the current complement of Wellness and Athletics programs and services.
DUTIES INCLUDE:
• Assist with the administration and coordination of varsity, extramural, and intramural programs ensuring administrative compliance with the Ontario Colleges Athletic Association (OCAA)
• Support Student Health Promotion initiatives including working closely with the Student Peer Wellness Education Team (PWE).
• Maintain a frontline to the Wellness Centre which includes but is not limited to receiving student concerns, booking appointments, and making referrals while ensuring professionalism and confidentiality (FIPPA & PHIPPA).
• Provide support with overall marketing and promotion of the Athletics & Wellness services and programs.
• Attend evening and weekend programming both on and off campus and provide support and guidance.
• Collaborate with the Student Affairs Team to implement occasional events and programs that enhance the student experience.
QUALIFICATIONS:
• University degree in a related field; or equivalent post-secondary education, training, and experience;
• Demonstrates knowledge of the student life cycle, student development theory, and sports and intramurals along with relevant rules, in a post-secondary setting.
• Outstanding relationship building, organizational, time and project management skills;
• Experience with Student Health Promotion and/or Athletics-related programming is an asset;
• Excellent understanding of privacy and confidentiality in a health or related setting;
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal;
• Demonstrated ability to exercise judgment, take initiative, and resolve problems;
• Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality, and use tact and diplomacy in difficult situations;
• Ability to work some evening and weekends as needed.
• Ability to relate to and work with a diverse population of students;
• High proficiency with computers including with email, word processing and spreadsheets;
• Knowledge or experience in marketing and promotions is an asset;
• Mental Health First Aid, Safe Talk, or related training is an asset.
Interested applicants are invited to submit a single PDF document, quoting competition # OR-18-11, that includes cover letter, resume, along with the contact information of three references to:
Office of Human Resources
Orillia Academic Building
500 University Ave.
Fax: 807-346-7701
Email: careers@lakeheadu.ca
We appreciate your interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be notified.
Lakehead University is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and welcomes applications from all qualified individuals including women, racialized persons, Indigenous people, persons with disabilities and other equity-seeking groups. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority. This is in accordance with Canadian immigration requirements.
Lakehead Orillia celebrates athletic achievements
(Above) 2017-18 athletes of the year Andrew Dobson (left) and Chauntelle Palmer (right) are pictured with Elana Weber (centre), Student Athletics and Wellness Coordinator.
(Above) Athletes awarded most valuable player and rookie of the year in each of Lakehead Orillia's sports teams: equestrian, men’s and women’s hockey, dance, men’s and women’s soccer, and men’s basketball.
April 6, 2018 – Orillia, ON
Lakehead University Orillia capped off a successful 2017-18 athletics season on Friday, April 6 with a celebration of its student athletes during the annual Athletic Awards Banquet at Hawk Ridge Golf and Country Club.
“This is a night to highlight our Thunderwolves athletes,” said Elana Weber, Student Athletics and Wellness Coordinator. “It’s an opportunity for all our athletes and coaches to receive well-deserved recognition surrounded by their coaches and teammates.”
To cap off the celebration, Andrew Dobson was named Male Athlete of the Year, while Chauntelle Palmer was recognized as Female Athlete of the Year. Palmer was also recognized as most valuable player for women’s varsity indoor soccer.
Other major award winners included Brennan Kaffer and Lukas Katinas who were named the Ontario Colleges Athletic Association (OCAA) All-Academic Award recipients. The OCAA All-Academic Award is presented to full-time student athletes who also meet honours academic standards at Lakehead University.
Awards were also presented to top student athletes in each of the University’s sports teams: equestrian, men’s and women’s hockey, dance, men’s and women’s soccer, and men’s basketball. Most valuable player and rookie of the year were announced and presented by the team coaches, who were also recognized and thanked by the University.
“Being an athlete is a lot of work on top of being a full-time student, and in some cases, juggling a part-time job,” said Chris Glover, Director of Student Affairs, who addressed the student athletes at Friday night’s banquet. “Although today you are being recognized as athletes, together you represent so much more. You are leaders, passionate members and ambassadors of Lakehead University, and proud Thunderwolves who make this university a special place for so many.”
Since Lakehead Orillia began offering athletic programs back in 2010, the menu of sports offered through the Orillia campus has grown to a multi-level, multi-sport program with almost 100 athletes.
“If it wasn’t for the perseverance and hard work of our athletes and volunteer coaches, we simply wouldn’t have the athletic program we do here at Lakehead Orillia,” said Glover. “We know how important it is to our students to be able to offer these types of programs and we’re hoping to continue to see growth and diversity in what we offer.”
A complete list of award winners from the evening can be found below.
Major Award Winners
Female Athlete of the Year
Chauntelle Palmer – Women’s Varsity Indoor Soccer
Male Athlete of the Year
Andrew Dobson – Men’s Hockey
OCAA All-Academic Awards
Brennan Kaffer – Men’s Varsity Indoor Soccer
Lukas Katinas – Men’s Varsity Indoor Soccer
Team Awards
Equestrian
MVP: Bradi Moore
Rookie of the Year: Sierra Tregear-Paton
Men’s Hockey
MVP: Evan Alexiou
Rookie of the Year: Dexter Bridge
Women’s Hockey
MVP: Clara Hall
Rookie of the Year: Tiffany White
Dance
MVP: Ella Baker
Rookie of the Year: Elizabeth Reynolds
Men’s Varsity Indoor Soccer
MVP: Mozeed Labinjo
Rookie of the Year: Cody Hewett
Women’s Varsity Indoor Soccer
MVP: Chauntelle Palmer
Rookie of the Year: Breann Sharma
Men’s Basketball
MVP: Cesar DeGuzman
Rookie of the Year: Breanna Shaw
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Media contact: Jaclyn Bucik, Marketing & Communications Associate, 705-330-4008 ext. 2014, or jbucik@lakeheadu.ca
Lakehead University has approximately 9,700 full-time equivalent students and 2,000 faculty and staff in 10 faculties at two campuses in Orillia and Thunder Bay, Ontario. Lakehead is a fully comprehensive university: home to Ontario’s newest Faculty of Law in 44 years, the Northern Ontario School of Medicine, and faculties of Engineering, Business Administration, Health & Behavioural Sciences, Social Sciences & Humanities, Science & Environmental Studies, Natural Resources Management, Education, and Graduate Studies. Maclean’s 2018 University Rankings place Lakehead University among Canada's Top 10 primarily undergraduate universities, as well as first in Total Research Dollars, second for Citations, and third for Scholarships and Bursaries. In 2017, Research Infosource named Lakehead Research University of the Year in its category for the third consecutive year. Visitwww.lakeheadu.ca.
