Undergraduate Assistant (Term)

Date Posted: 11/20/2025Req ID: 46128Faculty/Division: Faculty of Arts & ScienceDepartment: Department of MathematicsCampus: St. George (Downtown Toronto)DescriptionAbout us:The Faculty of Arts & Science is the heart of Canada’s leading university and one of the most comprehensive and diverse academic divisions in the world. The strength of Arts & Science derives from our combined teaching and research excellence in the humanities, sciences and social sciences across 29 departments, seven colleges and 46 interdisciplinary centres, institutes and programs.We can only realize our mission with the dedication and excellence of engaged staff and faculty. The diversity of opportunities and perspectives within the Faculty reflect the local and global landscape and the need for curiosity, innovative thinking and collaboration. At Arts & Science, we take pride in our legacy of innovation and discovery that has changed the way we think about the world.The Department of Mathematics is consistently ranked as one of the best in Canada. As a part of the University of Toronto, our faculty comprise a unique blend of established intellectuals and early-career researchers. Our department members include numerous award-winning faculty with outstanding accomplishments and leading research within a field that requires critical thinkers who analyze, assess and problem solve.Your OpportunityUnder direct supervision of the Undergraduate Administrator, the Undergraduate Assistant will provide day to day administrative and secretarial assistance to the Undergraduate Administrator and Associate Chair, Undergraduate, in the delivery and management of a wide range of undergraduate activities. Specific duties will include assisting with: arranging meetings and taking minutes when required; drafting and responding to standardqueries related to the undergraduate program; updating and maintaining the undergraduate database; updating and maintaining undergraduate timetable throughout the academic year; the coordination and execution of all logistics related to the Backpack to Briefcase (B2B) events and other undergraduate outreach events.The Undergraduate Assistant will also provide support to faculty members involved in the delivery of the undergraduate program and specific duties will include: booking rooms for tests, course markings and other undergraduate events; booking audio visual equipment when required; assisting with the book orders for the undergraduate courses; recording the receipt of all exams and delivery of such exams to the Faculty of Arts and Scienceexams office and preparing class/student lists as necessary; and coordinating enrolment and final grades of application-only courses.Your Responsibilities Will IncludeProviding detailed information to students on program and/or course requirementsScheduling appointments for prospective students, applicants, and current students to address individual needsActing as the first point of contact for general enquiriesTroubleshooting timetabling and/or room booking conflictsWriting routine documents and correspondenceDetermining logistical details and activities for events and/or programmingUpdating and maintaining records and generating reportsEssential QualificationsAdvanced College Diploma (3 years) or acceptable combination of equivalent experience.Minimum two (2) years recent and related experience in a post-secondary environment providing administrative support for undergraduate student services and program administration.Experience providing administrative support to undergraduate programs, including checking assessments for graduation; entering student data and preparing reports;coordinating room assignments; and maintaining files and records.Demonstrated experience coordinating timetable schedules.Experience working with ROSI or similar related student systems to enter data and retrieve information, including reports.Experience providing front line customer/student service support.Experience coordinating the logistics of meeting and events.Experience maintaining and creating databases and statistical reports.Experience taking minutes.Demonstrated advanced computer skills, including Microsoft Office (e.g. Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, Outlook); database; Adobe Acrobat.Demonstrated intermediate skills using ROSI or similar student information system.Excellent communication (oral and written) and interpersonal skills with the ability to promptly respond to inquiries with clarity.Excellent organizational and time management skills.Excellent problem-solving, coordination and administrative skills.Excellent time management skills including the ability to follow detailed instructions accurately, prioritize and deal with multiple tasks to ensure all deadlines are met.Excellent interpersonal skills and customer skills including the ability to effectively interact with students, faculty, and the general public.To Be Successful In This Role You Will BeAccountableCooperativeMeticulousMulti-taskerOrganizedTeam playerThis recruitment is posted to fill one full-time term position, ending in June 2027.This role may be eligible for an Alternative Work Arrangement in accordance with the University of Toronto’s Alternative Work Arrangements Guideline.Closing Date: 11/30/2025, 11:59PM ETEmployee Group: USWAppointment Type: Budget - TermSchedule: Full-TimePay Scale Group & Hiring ZoneUSW Pay Band 08 -- $63,963. with an annual step progression to a maximum of $81,797. Pay scale and job class assignment is subject to determination pursuant to the Job Evaluation/Pay Equity Maintenance Protocol.Job Category: Student ServicesLived Experience StatementCandidates who are members of Indigenous, Black, racialized and 2SLGBTQ+ communities, persons with disabilities, and other equity deserving groups are encouraged to apply, and their lived experience shall be taken into consideration as applicable to the posted position.buttontext00b26598368a4abe a{ border: 1px solid transparent; } .buttontext00b26598368a4abe a:focus{ border: 1px dashed #25355a !important; outline: none !important; }Diversity StatementThe University of Toronto embraces Diversity and is building a culture of belonging that increases our capacity to effectively address and serve the interests of our global community. We strongly encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples, Black and racialized persons, women, persons with disabilities, and people of diverse sexual and gender identities. We value applicants who have demonstrated a commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion and recognize that diverse perspectives, experiences, and expertise are essential to strengthening our academic mission.As part of your application, you will be asked to complete a brief Diversity Survey. This survey is voluntary. Any information directly related to you is confidential and cannot be accessed by search committees or human resources staff. Results will be aggregated for institutional planning purposes. For more information, please see http://uoft.me/UP.Accessibility StatementThe University strives to be an equitable and inclusive community, and proactively seeks to increase diversity among its community members. Our values regarding equity and diversity are linked with our unwavering commitment to excellence in the pursuit of our academic mission.The University is committed to the principles of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). As such, we strive to make our recruitment, assessment and selection processes as accessible as possible and provide accommodations as required for applicants with disabilities.If you require any accommodations at any point during the application and hiring process, please contact uoft.careers@utoronto.ca.Job Segment: Administrative Assistant, Audio Visual, Database, Equity, Administrative, Creative, Finance, Research, Technology