Reporting directly to the Director, Mission Fulfilment and Quality Assurance (MFQA), the Learning Strategist, Academic Integrity supports various student populations and is responsible for the development, implementation and assessment of a comprehensive and purposeful academic Integrity program that supports the promotion, enforcement and education of students around academic Integrity as it relates to the varied needs of learns at Thompson Rivers University (TRU). This position will enhance student success and retention.
The Learning Strategist, Academic Integrity will work collaboratively across the university service units to both lead and support students, staff and volunteers. The Learning Strategist will work independently to complete assigned duties. Special project work, as assigned by the Director, MFQA is an important part of the position, and the incumbent is accountable to coordinate projects to completion. Workloads may fluctuate and alter to meet the demands and needs of the varied learners being served.
MAJOR DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
- Develop, coordinate, implement and evaluate strategies for increasing awareness of academic integrity for the institution that align with TRU’s Strategic Plan.
- Liaise with institutional stakeholders (TRU World, Open Learning, Library, Centre for Excellence in Learning and Teaching, etc.) to ensure access to information and cohesive service delivery related to Academic integrity.
- Develop and coordinate educational tools and strategies to support faculty in education, reporting and teaching of academic integrity, including web and print materials, presentations and workshops.
- Contribute to the evaluation and assessment of academic integrity initiatives by collecting data and analyzing data.
- Coordinates, prepares and maintains documentation, records and reports including related budget and expense requirements.
- Support the recruitment, training and supervision of student staff (co-op and work study), student volunteers and student peer mentors.
- Manage confidential information for students and abide by TRU privacy rules set out in the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (FIPPA).
- Recommend and collaborate to develop policy and processes with respect to student success and development around academic integrity.
- Participates in relevant committee and working groups to initiate and build student knowledge of academic integrity and success.
REPORTS TO
Director, Mission Fulfilment and Quality Assurance
