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First-Year Experience Coordinator
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Posted:
7 October 2026 (19 hours ago)
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4 January 2027
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1 Vacancy
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Job Summary
SAITs Student Services department unlocks learner potential within a vibrant campus culture. Join a team driven by student success offering holistic services from academic support and counselling to financial advising and social engagement.
The Opportunity
Job classification: A5068 - Information Officer II
# of positions: 2
Salary range: $64994.80 - $70838.30. Placement within the range is typically based upon a review of skills experience and internal equity.
Hours per week: 36.25
Paid leave: 3 weeks vacation per year
Deadline to apply: 4:00PM October 9 2026
SAITs Student Services team is excited to welcome a First-Year Experience Coordinator to play a key role in shaping how students begin their journey at to the Team Lead First Year Experience this position leads the planning coordination and continuous enhancement of student transition onboarding and engagement initiatives across multiple intakes and campuses.
This is a dynamic student-focused role that combines program management partner collaboration and event delivery to create meaningful opportunities for connection belonging and success. Working with a high degree of autonomy the Coordinator leads complex initiatives involving hundreds of students multiple campus partners and a blend of in-person online and hybrid experiences.
Through strategic planning strong relationship-building and data-informed decision-making the incumbent helps deliver a consistent high-quality student experience while driving continuous improvements that support student engagement transition and persistence.
How youll contribute
- Coordinate and deliver New Student Orientation and first-year experience programs including in-person and virtual events.
- Lead event planning and logistics including scheduling facilities technology catering signage and on-site operations.
- Support and oversee student volunteer programs including recruitment training scheduling supervision recognition and engagement.
- Manage volunteer tracking systems and analyze participation data to enhance volunteer experiences and leadership development opportunities.
- Coordinate peer mentorship and student transition initiatives including participant recruitment program delivery and ongoing support.
- Build and maintain strong partnerships with academic schools Student Services Marketing the Registrars Office and other campus partners.
- Develop and deliver clear communications to students volunteers and campus partners.
- Lead meetings with partners establish project timelines and coordinate cross-functional onboarding and engagement initiatives.
- Collect analyze and report on program participation feedback and outcomes to support continuous improvement.
- Identify and implement process enhancements that improve operational efficiency and the student experience.
- Ensure accurate documentation data integrity and compliance with institutional policies and procedures.
- Lead the development administration and evaluation of the Peer Mentorship Program including outreach training engagement strategies and impact assessment.
What you bring
- Bachelors degree in Communications Education Human Services or a related field.
- 3-5 years of experience in student programming or event management
- Experience coordinating events orientations onboarding or student transition programs.
- Strong organizational project management and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Proven ability to build collaborative relationships with diverse campus and community partners.
- Student-focused approach with a strong commitment to customer service and creating positive student experiences.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and effectively manage competing priorities during peak activity periods.
- Demonstrated commitment to equity diversity inclusion accessibility and student success.
We sincerely thank all applicants for their interest in this opportunity. We understand how important communication is and we are committed to following up with every candidate. Please know that each application is thoughtfully reviewed and you will hear from us either way.
Together we build bold futures
At SAIT we equip you with the resources you need to shape bold futures for yourself and our communities. We offer a comprehensive package including:
- Generous time off to pursue other passions and support your wellbeing
- SAIT paid premiums for medical dental and vision benefits so you and your family are well supported
- Benefits supporting mental health and access to Greenshield for virtual therapy at a reduced rate
- Access to a Health Spending or Taxable Spending Account
- Professional development opportunities through our Free Seat Program tuition support access to LinkedIn Learning and discounted Continuing Education & Professional Studies courses
- Defined Benefit pension through LAPP to help you retire with confidence
- Excellent dining options on campus
- Free access to our fitness facilities and group fitness classes
About SAIT
At SAIT were building bold futures. Were a community of tenacious problem-solvers inventive thinkers and passionate collaborators who believe in doing work that matters.
Named one of Albertas Top Employers were driven by a desire to create an impact in our community. If youre looking for a place where purpose meets possibility youve found it here.
Were committed to community and belonging
Community and belonging is essential to achieving SAITs vision to be a global leader in applied education. We encourage applications from women Indigenous people racialized people people with disabilities people from gender and sexually diverse communities and/or people with intersectional identities. Learn more about Community and Belonging at SAIT.
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process such as reviewing applications analyzing resumes or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed please contact us.
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About Company
The Southern Alberta Institute of Technology (SAIT) offers hands-on degree, diploma, certificate, continuing education and corporate training programs to develop the skills and knowledge employers demand.
