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Job Description
- Req#: 6039
- Excellent knowledge of best practices in academic advising and relevant student development theories.
- Excellent workshop facilitation, attention to detail, presentation, analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent intercultural competency skills, including an understanding of reconciliation and Indigenous history and ways of being and knowing.
- An additional 7% pay in lieu of benefits & 8% vacation pay
- Employer paid extended health & dental plans
- Professional development funds (minimum contract period of 1 year)
- Hybrid-work program for eligible positions
Who We Are
Simon Fraser University is a leading research university, advancing an inclusive and sustainable future. Our purpose – the essence of SFU – is to create and connect knowledge, learning and community for deeper understanding and meaningful impact. We are committed to fostering excellence, innovation, belonging and community in all that we do.
Student Engagement and Retention provides and facilitates transformational and engaging opportunities that contribute to a student's overall development, helping them be academically successful. This includes our new student transition programing that welcomes, informs and connects new students to the SFU community. Our unit supports the academic mission of the university by helping new students in their transition into the institution, as well as supporting specific populations of students including Uggla Family Scholars.
About the Role
The Academic Advisor works in a developmental capacity with undergraduate students, including prospective and new students, undeclared students, and students in academic difficulty, and assists them in developing academic plans that support their academic, personal and career goals. The position advises on career options, reviews and recommends options available to students in academic difficulty, and refers students to appropriate resources available through other University departments, and in the broader community. The Academic Advisor works with students in crisis and handles confidential student information appropriately.
Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree and three years of related experience which includes staff supervision and training or an acceptable combination of education, training and experience.
What We Offer
At SFU, our goal is to ensure our people are valued and supported by promoting a healthy work-life balance, professional growth and development, as well as a safe and respectful workplace. We offer temporary employees who belong in the Administrative & Professional Staff Association (APSA):
Additional Information
The assignment end date is March 31, 2025.
Please include your cover letter and resume in one attachment.
SFU is an equity employer and strongly encourages applications from all qualified individuals including women, Indigenous Peoples, visible minorities, people of all sexual orientations and gender identities, persons with disabilities, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of the university.
We are committed to ensuring that the application and interview process is accessible to all applicants. If you require any assistance or accommodations, please contact pei_reception@sfu.ca.
About the company
Simon Fraser University is a public research university in British Columbia, Canada, with three campuses, all in Greater Vancouver: Burnaby, Surrey, and Vancouver.
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