Union/Affiliation: Administrative Professional Excluded Staff Pay range: $78,177 to $101,146 annually SFU Department Descr: People and Organization Development
Position Grade: 8 # of openings: 1 Biweekly Hours: 72
Who We Are
Simon Fraser University is a leading research university, advancing an inclusive and sustainable future. Our purpose – the essence of SFU – is to create and connect knowledge, learning and community for deeper understanding and meaningful impact. We are committed to fostering excellence, innovation, belonging and community in all that we do.
The People and Organization Development Office leads the implementation of the People Plan, a holistic long-term plan that engages and supports employees throughout their tenure at SFU. This Office encompasses learning and development, wellness and recovery, leadership growth and administrative services such as recruitment and retention. This position will also work closely with the Human Resources and Labour Relations Office which creates and maintains the framework and processes that allow our people to thrive. This Office holds strong relationships with our employee groups, and oversees our HR data systems, collective agreements, compensation and immigration services.
About The Role
The Project Coordinator is responsible for the day-to-day project coordination and administration of projects within their division, integrated divisional initiatives and assists with the implementation of strategic & confidential human resources initiatives within the People Strategies portfolio. This position facilitates and delivers support to the department in a wide range of client needs, including resolving escalated concerns and assessing appropriate action to support requests. The Project Coordinator also assists with the development of complex projects and ensures the portfolio maintains progress on priorities in an integrated, connected and coordinated fashion to assure service delivery standards are maintained.
We are seeking an experienced project coordinator to facilitate and deliver support to the department across a range of human resources initiatives. This person should demonstrate an ability to work collaboratively and effectively with stakeholders. They should have experience supporting multiple projects simultaneously.
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Business, Human Resources, Communications, or related field and four years of related experience, including experience in project planning, coordination, research, communications, and customer service or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
- Excellent knowledge of project coordination and strategic planning.
- Excellent problem solving and conflict resolution skills.
- Ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously with various stakeholder groups.
- Ability to maintain strict confidentiality, exercise initiative, diplomacy, and discretionary judgment.
What We Offer
At SFU, our goal is to ensure our people are valued and supported by promoting a healthy work-life balance, professional growth and development, as well as a safe and respectful workplace. We offer temporary employees who belong in the Administrative Professional Excluded Staff group (APEX):
- An additional 7% pay in lieu of benefits & 8% vacation pay
- Employer paid extended health & dental plans
- Hybrid-work program for eligible positions
Additional Information
The assignment end date is March 31, 2027.
The pay range is the span between the minimum and maximum base salary for the position. The midpoint of the range is approximately halfway between the minimum and the maximum and represents an employee that possesses full job knowledge, qualifications and experience for the position. In the normal course, employees will be hired, transferred or promoted between the minimum and midpoint of the pay range.
Please include your cover letter and resume in one attachment.
SFU is an equity employer and strongly encourages applications from all qualified individuals including women, Indigenous Peoples, visible minorities, people of all sexual orientations and gender identities, persons with disabilities, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of the university.
We are committed to facilitating accessibility within our application and interview processes. If you require any assistance or accommodations, please contact people_strategies@sfu.ca. 
