Find Your Spot at Humber
At Humber, we are a vibrant, diverse community of professionals dedicated to providing an exceptional learning experience for our students. Through our strategic vision and exciting new brand Builders of Brilliance, we are co-constructing a new model of polytechnic education for Ontario, Canada, and the world. We are committed to ensuring Humber offers the right programs, with the most effective teaching and learning approaches, to prepare exceptional leaders for our industries and communities.
To achieve our vision, we take finding and developing the right talent very seriously. We offer a collegial, collaborative, inclusive environment in which each individual is supported to grow and bring their best each day.
If you are excited by the prospect of contributing to our vision for learning, if you would like to be part of building a new model of polytechnic education, of ‘building brilliance’, in one of Canada’s preeminent higher education institutions, then here is your opportunity to join our dynamic team.
As part of Humber’s commitment to advancing the inclusion of Indigenous students, professors, and staff, and pursuant to section 14 of the Ontario Human Rights Code, Indigenous Education & Engagement invites candidates from Indigenous communities, including those who identify as First Nations, Métis, and Inuit, or from other Indigenous groups on Turtle Island including Alaskan Native, Native American and Native Hawaiian people, to apply for the Indigenous Student Advisor position. Please note that during the Humber recruitment process, you will be asked to confirm you have met these requirements and be asked to communicate with us about your lived experience and your connection to your Indigenous community.
Job Details:
Position Title: Indigenous Student Advisor
Status: Full Time
Hours: 37.5 hours per week
Faculty/Department: Indigenous Education and Engagement
Campus/Location: North Campus (In Person), with regular travel to Lakeshore Campus as required to support Indigenous student services, programming, and team collaboration across both sites.
Salary Range: FT Support Payband H (Start $37.34 – Max $43.18)
Starting Salary: $37.34
Progression through the payband is in accordance with the increments in the payband as outline in the Full-Time Support Staff Collective Agreement based on actual service in the payband.
About the Indigenous Education & Engagement Department at Humber:
Indigenous Education & Engagement (IE&E) works in partnership with regional Indigenous communities to ensure Indigenous students are supported and connected to their learning environment- academically, culturally and socially. IE&E is committed to braiding Indigenous Ways of Being, Knowing, and Doing into Humber’s academic programs, course content and co-curricular activities.
About the Role:
Reporting to the Manager, Indigenous Education & Engagement, the Indigenous Student Advisor (ISA) is a proactive and collaborative team member dedicated to supporting Indigenous students and alumni through academic and career advising. From admission through graduation and beyond, the ISA empowers students to recognize and apply their unique gifts, skills, and strengths, while connecting them to resources and expertise that foster academic success.
The ISA provides culturally informed advising, drawing on knowledge of Indigenous diversity and nuance, institutional policies, systems, regulations, and guidelines. They offer guidance to students facing financial challenges, registration issues, program changes, or academic difficulties, tailoring support to each student’s context and needs.
As part of a broader network of advising and service professionals, the ISA contributes to Humber and the University of Guelph-Humber’s exceptional learning environment. They play a leadership role in designing, delivering, and evaluating Indigenous Student Success events, programs, and initiatives, and provide strategic recommendations to enhance institutional service standards. The ISA works closely with faculties and service areas to identify and address systemic issues, coordinate case conferencing, make meaningful referrals, and deliver training sessions that enhance the quality of advising for Indigenous students.
About You:
You are passionate about working at Ontario's largest Polytechnic; you thrive on improving productivity and quality that contribute to team success! If this sounds like you, keep reading:
Education
Minimum 4-year degree in a relevant field of study, e.g., HR, Psychology, Education, Sociology, Social Work, Career and Work Counsellor Programs.
A certificate in academic advising and/or career coaching is considered an asset. Relevant certifications may be obtained through, but are not limited to, organizations and institutions such as NACADA, CACEE, CERIC, NACE, Conestoga College, Fanshawe College, or the University of Calgary.
Experience/Skills
A minimum of 3 years of experience in a advising role or a student service role with advising responsibility, ideally inclusive of direct experience working with Indigenous students, families and communities.
Awareness of and sensitivity to the issues Indigenous students face in relation to access, transition and retention from urban and rural environments to PSE.
Demonstrated strategic-planning proficiency, with evidence of critical-thinking and analytical skills to enable the assessment of opportunities, the development of advising initiatives, and direct engagement with students.
Demonstrated ability to think on the spot, improvise, solve problems, and make effective decisions independently.
Ability to speak credibly about all aspects of postsecondary education, including recruitment and admissions, Canadian and international education systems, transition issues, academic programs, financing, residence, student life, and success after graduation.
Proven degree of maturity, confidence, and competence sufficient to effectively represent Humber/Guelph Humber at events and on interdepartmental/interinstitutional/community-based committees.
Excellent written and oral communication skills.
Strong organizational and problem-solving skills coupled with the ability to handle multiple tasks, meet deadlines, and excel in a fast-paced environment characterized by changing priorities.
Demonstrated ability to thrive in and contribute to an integrated and collaborative team environment and to apply a positive team approach, build consensus, and lead integrated project teams.
Flexibility, diplomacy, sound judgment, and relations-management skills coupled with the ability to influence and motivate others and to manage crisis situations effectively.
Use of CRM or client management system, collecting and maintaining a database, utilizing social media platforms for marketing and recruitment.
If this sounds like you, we'd love to hear from you! At Humber Polytechnic we don't just accept difference we celebrate it! Experience comes in many forms, skills are transferable, and a progressive mindset goes a long way at Humber. If your experience is close to what we're looking for, consider applying and tell us why you are a great candidate for this job. Find your Spot at Humber!
What's in it for you?
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An opportunity to be a part of building Humber's future.
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Be part of a diverse, hard-working, and supportive team.
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Tools and technology that will allow you to succeed at your job.
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Amazing perks!
We thank you for your interest in working with Humber Polytechnic. Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. Consideration for Support Staff (Article 17 of FT Support Staff and Article 19 of PT Support Staff) positions will be given to internal employees in accordance with the respective Collective Agreements.
Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion
Humber Polytechnic is committed to a workforce that reflects the diversity of our students and our city. We actively seek Indigenous Peoples and individuals from equity-deserving groups with demonstrated skills and knowledge to deal with all aspects of equity, diversity and inclusion in a post-secondary environment.
Humber supports employment equity. Racialized workers, women, Indigenous workers, LGBTQ2S+ workers and workers with disabilities are encouraged to apply. For the purpose of statistical data collection, applicants are strongly encouraged to voluntarily self-identify. Humber’s diverse workplace also supports Francophone workers and young workers.
Accommodation
Humber Polytechnic is committed to accommodating applicants with disabilities throughout the hiring process, in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Our Talent Acquisition team will work with applicants requesting accommodations at any stage of the hiring process. This document is available in alternate formats upon request.
Anti-Discrimination Statement
At Humber Polytechnic, all forms of discrimination and harassment are prohibited. All employees and applicants have the right to work in an environment that is free from discrimination and harassment. If you need assistance with concerns related to discrimination and harassment, please contact the Office of Human Rights and Harassment ([email protected]).
