Experiential Learning Coordinator

Position Summary

Under the administrative direction of the Manager, WIL and Experiential Learning, the Experiential Learning Coordinator (ELC) identifies, cultivates, and maintains relationships with community partners, with the objective of sourcing experiential education (EE) opportunities that support the goals and curriculum of an assigned Faculty and related transdisciplinary work.

The incumbent supports efforts to enhance the employability and success of Seneca Polytechnic students and graduates by increasing the number of high-quality EE opportunities available for students and reducing barriers to student participation in EE.

The incumbent will coordinate the effective operations of ongoing EE projects and opportunities in accordance with faculty and partner requirements, review student eligibility for and process EE related stipends and external grants and utilize strategies and tools to create a variety of project records and reports.

Travel to various Seneca campuses may be required.

Responsibilities

Partnership Development & Management

• Identifying, cultivating, and maintaining relationships with community partners to provide appropriate EE opportunities across Seneca
• Acting as an ambassador for Seneca and its Faculties and Schools at community functions, events, and when working with community partners, to build relationships and respond to issues pertaining to EE
• Demonstrating the value of EE for the community partner and student and to ask for support in providing an EE opportunity
• Contributing to a database of EE opportunities at local, national, and international levels; and database of Memoranda of Agreements or Affiliation Agreements

Faculty Collaboration & Student Support

• Assisting in the development and actioning of short and long-term plans in collaboration with WIL Leadership and faculty responsible for courses in order to recommend the most suitable types of EE to enhance the student experience across courses/programs
• Providing support (resources, workshops, consultations, and/or guidance) for faculty, staff, community members, and students (graduate or undergraduate) engaging in EE
• Facilitating connections between faculty members and community partners, to advance community-based research
• Assisting with designing, facilitating, and completing appropriate assignments, assessments and evaluations to support the integration of course content with experiential opportunities, and to monitor and evaluate community relationships and student experiences
• Ensuring that faculty-specific policies, processes, and procedures are followed and completed for any type of EE
• Develop and deliver student orientation to experiential projects, either in person or virtual

Implementation of Special Initiatives

• Assisting in creating and maintaining program-level mapping of all EE activities across Seneca to achieve and maintain elements of the strategic plan.
• Building and maintaining applicant files and maintaining confidentiality regarding student records and information
• Preparing reports for internal and external funding partners as it pertains to EE

Shared Practices, Communication & Marketing

• Collaborating, sharing ideas and best practices, with peers supporting other Faculties
• Assisting in integrating workflows and activities related to EE activities across campus, leading specific initiatives
• Participating, representing, and supporting numerous recruiting activities that require attendance outside of normal working hours
• Contributing to marketing campaigns that relate to EE within the Department, Seneca and community

Qualifications

Education

A minimum four (4) year Degree or equivalent with preference to Education, Business Administration, Natural/Physical Sciences, or related fields. Post-graduate credential in Project Management is an asset.

Experience

A minimum of 5 (five) years of experience coordinating experiential learning opportunities, applied research, curriculum development, or related. Experience in a post-secondary sector within these areas is preferred. Similar experience with managing multiple projects with conflicting priorities is a must.

Skills

• Knowledge of experiential education within the post-secondary system and its features and benefits for all stakeholders (employers/industry partners; students; post-secondary community)
• Strong critical thinking, judgment, organization, planning, and prioritizing skills are required
• Strong understanding and commitment to Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion principles
• Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills required to build lasting relationships
• Excellent customer service, relationship management skills
• Strong organizational skills are imperative to document, track and report.

Job Details

• External Posting Date February 26, 2026
• External Closing Date March 8, 2026
• Pay Range Payband K - $47.13 - $54.48 (Start rate $47.13)
• Hours 35 hours per week + (OT as required)
• Work Type Hybrid
• Shift Monday to Friday (8 30 AM to 4 30 PM)
• Ideal Start Date 3/2/26
• End Date 12/4/26
• Number of Openings 1
• Posting Intent Immediate Need
• Job Type Temporary Assignment / Appendix D

Note A skills assessment test will be administered during the recruitment process

Seneca Polytechnic at a Glance

Seneca is Canada’s leading, and Ontario's first, polytechnic with more than 40,000 full-time students and 18,500 part-time students. Since opening our doors for the first time more than 55 years ago, we remain dedicated to getting our students career and world-ready.

None of this happens without the exceptional employees of Seneca – the faculty, support staff and administrators – who show their commitment to our students and their success every day. The student experience. The employee experience. The community experience. The Seneca experience is a differentiator.

Our Commitment

We are proud to be building the equitable Seneca, and welcome applications from candidates who can contribute to the diversity of lived experiences, perspectives, and approaches. Joining Seneca means being part of an inclusive community working hard to dismantle barriers to access, student success, and employee potential. Learn more about how we are building an equitable Seneca

Accessibility

Seneca is committed to making employment opportunities accessible in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005. Upon request, accommodation will be provided in all parts of the application and hiring process. If you require accommodation, please contact jobs@senecapolytechnic.ca.

Key skills/competency

• Experiential Learning
• Partnership Development
• Project Coordination
• Community Engagement
• Student Support
• Curriculum Integration
• Relationship Management
• Report Generation
• Equity, Diversity, Inclusion
• Post-Secondary Education