FINANCIAL AWARDS OFFICER
Classification: Guidance Officer
Full-Time Regular Position
The Pas, Manitoba
Competition No. 2838
University College of the North (UCN) is committed to building a workforce that is representative of the populations we serve. Applications are invited from individuals who have a demonstrated interest and ability to work with Aboriginal learners and mature students.
The Position: The Financial Awards Officer will provide the overall coordinator of student financial aid and awards for University College of the North. The incumbent will work with Student Financial Aid and other relevant external agencies including other post-secondary institutions and Aboriginal organizations to ensure the smooth processing of all documentation. The incumbent will assist students with financial aide issues, and will advise on related issues as well.
Qualifications: The successful candidate will have formal training in financial management and applied counselling, as well as experience in a post-secondary environment. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, organizational skills, time-management skills and budgeting skills are essential, as is the ability to use computer technology effectively (MS Office: Word, Excel, Outlook, Internet Explorer, databases). The individual must be flexible, adaptable, able to multi-task, and have the ability to work independently and as part of a team; as well as being able to travel. Demonstrated initiative and the ability to advise individuals on financial and related personal matters are also requirements of this position. Crucial to this position is a demonstrated ability to understand cultural influences and issues specific to adult learners in northern communities. Personal experience and/or knowledge and understanding of the Aboriginal culture is essential. The ability to speak an Aboriginal language is an asset.
Applicants are asked to provide a cover letter, resume, three letters of reference, and copies of transcripts with their application.
Employment equity is a factor in the selection process. Applicants are invited to indicate in their covering letter or resume if they are from any of the following groups: Aboriginal people, persons with disabilities, visible minorities, women. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.
Salary: $27.16 to $33.98 hourly, plus remoteness allowance
CLOSING DATE: July 4, 2008
Apply in writing to: University College of the North, Attention: Human Resources,
P.O. Box 3000, The Pas MB R9A 1M7; Fax: (204) 623-4414; Email: hrinfo@ucn.ca (preferred format).Application materials, including letters of reference, will be handled in accordance with the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Legislation (Manitoba).
We thank all applicants for their interest, but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
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