Competition Number: 26.03.50

Category: Full-Time Continuing (35 hours per week).

Salary: MSU Band F (Steps 1-8): $35.652 - $51.864 per hour. $64,887 - $94,393 per annum (Based on 35 hours per week).

Closing Date: April 7, 2026

MacEwan University is seeking a Work-Integrated Learning Specialist for a full-time continuing opportunity with our Office of Work-Integrated Learning.

The Work-Integrated Learning (WIL) Specialist supports work integrated learning (WIL) and other experiential learning (EL) experiences to help MacEwan students gain hands-on experience in their chosen fields while applying classroom knowledge in real-world settings. You will work with faculty to identify the goals of incorporating WIL into their course and, learning objectives of the course that are conducive to WIL experiences. This position will provide support in translating the learning objectives into realistic workplace tasks and deliverables and putting together course-based WIL project proposals that will be used to recruit community partners to submit projects for the WIL experience.

Key responsibilities include:

Partnerships

• In the context of Work-Integrated learning and experiential learning, acts as a point-of-contact, support or initiator for collaborative efforts involving faculty, student(s), alumni, the academic program partner, student organizations, staff, and other interested parties;
• Serves all students by building links with faculty, staff, business/industry representatives, post-secondary educational personnel, alumni, and civic and community organizations;

Advising and Supporting the Development of and Coordinating Work-Integrated and Experiential Learning Experiences

• Advises faculty and staff with credit-bearing experiential learning programs regarding policy/regulations/standards, collaborating with chairs, deans, faculty, and staff when negotiating agreements, developing resources, and promoting best practices;
• Supports logistics of putting experiential learning in place, suggesting best practice design of experiential learning components, and coaching on the use of MacEwan Life and other WIL management platforms;
• Supports and participates in research connected to experiential learning
• Supports curriculum development in all areas of credit-bearing work-integrated and experiential learning;
• Works in partnership with faculty and the Centre for Teaching and Learning to ensure curricular objectives are met through the WIL experience;
• Supports the development of experiential learning, such as mentoring and externships or internships, as well as initiating connections to existing programs and opportunities (including distance programs)

Training, Collaboration and Teamwork

• Creates and updates training materials as directed by the unit manager for volunteers, contract employees, administrative staff and student casual workers;
• Participates in communication and marketing initiatives and projects to promote the unit and services provided on campus and for employers, graduate or professional schools and community partners; and
• Coordinates, mentors, and trains student staff and volunteers (students, staff, faculty, alumni, employers, etc.) as required.

Skills

You will have:

• Service-oriented approach and capable of interacting, building, and maintaining relationships with a wide variety of stakeholders in a professional, respectful, and courteous manner;
• Excellent verbal and written communication and active listening skills;
• Strong attention to detail with excellent organizational, time management, project management, critical thinking and problem-solving skills;
• The ability to take initiative, prioritize tasks, and effectively manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously;
• Strong public speaking and presentation skills;
• Strong self-motivation with the ability to work effectively under pressure, adapt to changing priorities, and to remain calm and professional in challenging, and fast-paced circumstances;
• Self-motivation with the ability to work independently and in a team environment;
• Commitment to objectivity, open-mindedness, inclusiveness, and avoidance of bias;
• Demonstrated commitment to fostering a collaborative working and learning environment;
• Knowledge in trends, theories, principles, and best practices in experiential learning and adult learning;
• Knowledge and awareness of current labour market trends and workforce needs;
• Thorough knowledge of university policies and procedures, including those relating to student conduct, work integrated learning, and academic integrity, with the ability to explain and interpret policy;
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook), SharePoint, Google Docs; and
• A willingness and ability to learn technology platforms and embrace new technology.

Qualifications

• A minimum of a degree in education, career development, business administration, or a related field.
• A minimum of 3 years of expe