Academic Advisor

Primary Purpose: To provide general advising support to undergraduate students in the College of Nursing.

Nature of Work: The College of Nursing is the largest non-departmentalized college at the University of Saskatchewan and is among the most distributed across the province. This position reports to the Manager, Student Advising and Support Services.

The Academic Advisor is part of the advising team that is responsible for the provision of support and service to current and prospective students, faculty, and other staff as required. The Academic Advisor plays a role in the recruitment and retention of students by assisting students with making informed decisions concerning their education, promoting student success, identifying, and referring students at risk and/or in need of additional resources. The position is expected to demonstrate exceptional communication skills in a variety of modalities (written, verbal, virtual).  It is driven by constant deadlines; continuous changes and shifting priorities.  The standard for the quality of work and timely completion of tasks is high. Considerable discretion is required, as this position is privy to, and works closely with, sensitive and highly confidential information.  Some travel is required.

Typical Duties or Accountabilities:

• Provides client focused academic advising and support for undergraduate students and prospective nursing students.
• Engages with other members of the advising team on recruitment and retention activities; development, interpretation, maintenance, and communication of program requirements; academic regulations; graduation standards; academic policies; and degree requirements within the college.
• Collaborates with various internal and external stakeholders to achieve optimum student experience, recruitment, and retention goals; and ensures information is provided in an accurate and timely manner.
• Encourages and empowers students to assume responsibility for their academic career through advising efforts
• Assists with the resolution of student issues as they arise.
• Ensures accurate implementation of university and college policies and procedures.
• Facilitates group processes such as sharing circles and study circles.
• Organizes recruitment activities with numerous stakeholders in the province.
• Facilitates making tutoring arrangements for students in need.

Education: A relevant undergraduate degree. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

Experience: A minimum of five years’ experience working in an academic environment and considerable experience working with students is required.

Skills: Strong written and verbal communication skills and relationship building skills are essential to the success of this position. Experience working in a high-volume, fast paced setting and demonstrated ability working independently as well as a collaborative member of a team are also important.  The incumbent must be able to handle interactions in a mature and professional manner using tact, discretion, confidentiality, and cultural sensitivity. The position requires the incumbent to be highly motivated and self-directed; have excellent problem analysis and problem-solving skills; demonstrate the ability to research, summarize and effectively present information; think creatively and strategically; and demonstrate capacity to manage multiple initiatives with tight timelines and competing demands.

Department: College of Nursing

Status: Term 2 years with the possibility of extension or becoming permanent

Employment Group: ASPA

Shift: Mon-Fri, 8:30- 4:30

Full Time Equivalent (FTE): 1.0

Salary: The salary range, based on 1.0 FTE, is $50,780.00 – 79,344.00 per annum. The starting salary will be commensurate with education and experience.

Salary Family (if applicable): Specialist Professional

Salary Phase/Band: Phase 1

Posted Date: 1/16/2024

Closing Date: 1/22/2024 at 6:00 pm CST
Number of Openings: 1
Work Location: On Campus

The successful applicant will be required to provide the following current verification(s) where ‘Yes’ is indicated below. Further information is available at: https://careers.usask.ca/tips-for-applying.php

Criminal Record Check: Not Applicable
Driver’s License and Abstract Check: Not Applicable
Education/Credential Verification: Not Applicable
Vulnerable Sector Check: Not Applicable

The University is committed to employment equity, diversity, and inclusion, and are proud to support career opportunities for Indigenous peoples to reflect the community we serve. We are dedicated to recruiting individuals who will enrich our work and learning environments. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, in accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority. We are committed to providing accommodations to those with a disability or medical necessity. If you require an accommodation to participate in the recruitment process, please notify us and we will work together on the accommodation request. We continue to grow our partnerships with Indigenous communities across the province, nationally, and internationally and value the unique perspective that Indigenous employees provide to strengthen these relationships. Verification of Indigenous Membership/Citizenship at the University of Saskatchewan is led and determined by the deybwewin un-jobs.net taapwaywin un-jobs.net tapwewin: Indigenous Truth policy and Standing Committee in accordance with the processes developed to enact the policy. Successful candidates that assert Indigenous membership/citizenship will be asked to complete the verification process of Indigenous membership/citizenship with documentation. The University of Saskatchewan’s main campus is situated on Treaty 6 Territory and the Homeland of the Métis. We pay our respects to the First Nations and Métis ancestors of this place and reaffirm our relationship with one another. Together, we are uplifting Indigenization to a place of prominence at the University of Saskatchewan.