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This position is excluded from the bargaining unit. In accordance with the Handbook of Employment for Management and Professional Staff (Excluded), this position has a comprehensive benefits package and an annual salary that will be commensurate with qualifications. Location - This role is hybrid with a mix of remote and in-person. Work primarily takes place at North Campus, Edmonton. Reporting directly to the University Secretary, the Governance Officer provides anticipatory and meticulous support for the University Secretary in the coordination of the Board of Governors (the ''Board''), General Faculties Council (''GFC'') and their respective standing committees (collectively, the Board, GFC and their respective standing committees are referred to herein as the ''Principal Governing Bodies''). The Governance Officer supports the daily activities of the Principal Governing Bodies, mastering complex workflows and managing vast quantities of institutional information to ensure seamless operations. The Governance Officer carries out the position''s purpose by providing support for: (a) a portfolio of Principal Governing Bodies defined by the University Secretary (the ''Portfolio''), including coordinating materials, the development and publication of meeting minutes, and general meeting operations; (b) information systems to support the Portfolio, including membership within the Portfolio, and communications with respect to the Portfolio; and (c)initiatives and processes to improve the effectiveness and smooth operation of the Portfolio, in collaboration with the balance of the UGov team members. The role has regular access to confidential documents related to university labour relations materials, including but not limited to collective bargaining strategy and mandates, as well as labour relations and collective bargaining board updates. The University of Alberta acknowledges that we are located on Treaty 6 territory, and respects the histories, languages and cultures of First Nations, Mtis, Inuit and all FirstPeoples of Canada, whose presence continues to enrich our vibrant community. The University of Alberta is a community of knowledge seekers, change makers and world shapers who lead with purpose each and every day. We are home to over 14,000 faculty and staff, more than 40,000 students and a growing community of 300,000 alumni worldwide. Your work will have a meaningful influence on a fascinating cross-section of people - from our students and community members, to our renowned researchers and innovators, making discoveries and generating solutions that make the world healthier, safer, stronger and more just. Learn more. At the University of Alberta, we are committed to creating an inclusive and accessible hiring process for all candidates. If you require accommodations to participate in the interview process, please let us know at the time of booking your interview and we will make every effort to accommodate your needs. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those individuals selected for an interview will be contacted. All University employees have a responsibility to foster a workplace that prioritizes safety in all its formsphysical, cultural, and psychological. This is achieved by promoting a safe environment, adhering to all safety laws, policies and procedures, completing all required safety training, identifying hazards and implementing controls, reporting incidents, and contributing to a culture of belonging and respect, while endeavoring to ensure that all colleagues feel valued and safe to express their thoughts, perspectives and concerns. The University of Alberta is committed to creating a university community where everyone feels valued, barriers to success are removed, and thriving connections are fostered. We welcome applications from all qualified persons. We encourage women, First Nations, Mtis and Inuit persons, members of visible minority groups, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity and expression, and all those who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas and the University to apply. L''Universit de l''Alberta s''engage crer une communaut universitaire o chaque personne se sent valorise, o les obstacles la russite sont limins et o des connexions enrichissantes peuvent se dvelopper. Nous accueillons les demandes de toutes les personnes qualifies. Nous encourageons les femmes; Premires nations, Mtis et Inuits; membres des groupes minoritaires visibles; personnes handicapes; personnes de toute orientation sexuelle ou identit et expression de genre; et toutes les personnes qui peuvent contribuer la diversification des ides et l''universit postuler. University Governanceis responsible for the systematic retention of the University''s records, the provision of information resources to the University community, and the oversight of the development of systems designed to maintain institutional knowledge and memory on all governance matters.