Position Title
Academic Advisor
Department/Unit
Faculty of Management - General
Location
Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada
Duration of Contract (if applicable)
2 years
Employment Type
Full Time
Full-time Equivalency (FTE)
1.0
Salary
$63,337 - $84,730 per annum, 35 hours per week
Provisional Statement
This is a provisional classification. Formal regular review classification procedures may be initiated at any time by the incumbent or supervisor after the incumbent has worked a minimum of six months in the role.
About Dalhousie University
Dalhousie University is Atlantic Canada’s leading research-intensive university and a driver of the region’s intellectual, social and economic development. Located in the heart of Halifax, Nova Scotia, with an Agricultural Campus in Truro/Bible Hill, Dalhousie is a truly national and international university, with more than half of our almost 21,000 students coming from outside of the province. Our 6,000 faculty and staff foster a vibrant, purpose-driven community, that celebrated 200 years of academic excellence in 2018.
Job Summary
The Faculty of Management offers world-class management education that organizations value. We prepare students and employees to work with, inspire and lead others to tackle complex challenges and achieve responsible results. Reporting to the Assistant Dean, Student Success & Experience, the Academic Advisor provides developmental academic advising to students assisting them in achieving their academic, career and personal goals. They provide individualized support and services, and act as a referral to different student services across campus.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide developmental academic advising to students and prospective students for the Bachelor of Commerce Co-op, Bachelor of Science (Recreation)/Bachelor of Management, Minor in Business and Minor in Management programs.
- Provide advice and input regarding advising policy development, assessment, program development and resource needs for academic advising.
- Enhance students’ awareness of available educational resources (such as majors, minors, work terms/internships, study abroad, certificate programs, other experiential learning opportunities including volunteering or part-time employment) and make appropriate referrals by assisting students’ understanding of relevant institutional regulations and degree/program requirements.
- Contribute to designing and overseeing innovative approaches to advising large cohorts of students.
- Recognize warning signs that may indicate students are at risk to themselves or to others, or in crisis. Initiate appropriate intervention and/or referral to Health Services, Counselling Services and/or other campus resources. Uphold confidentiality of student’s medical/personal issues.
- Advocate on the student’s behalf with the Assistant Dean, faculty members, senior leaders within the faculty and others as appropriate to help students negotiate and resolve situations regarding degree and program requirements, academic performance problems, or other difficulties in their classes.
Note
The successful applicant will be eligible for hybrid work (combination of in-person work on campus and remote work from within Nova Scotia) as agreed by all parties based on operational requirements and university guidelines.
Required Qualifications
- Undergraduate degree plus a minimum three years of related experience in an academic advising environment (or equivalent combination of education and experience).
- Must possess excellent organizational, interpersonal and communication (written and verbal) skills.
- Empathy for students and commitment to enhancing their educational and personal development.
- Demonstrate initiative and must be able to work independently and as part of a team.
- Ability to prioritize work, manage competing deadlines, and work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
- Experience with computerized student information and degree audit reporting systems, as well as proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, SARS, and social networking sites.
Assets
- Knowledge of Banner or equivalent enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems.
Job Competencies
The successful candidate is expected to demonstrate proficiency in Dalhousie’s
core and
leadership competencies, in particular:
- Self-Awareness & Professionalism
- Integrity
- Respect & Inclusion
- Adaptability
- Knowledge & Thinking Skills
Additional Information
Dalhousie University supports a healthy and balanced lifestyle. Our total compensation package includes a defined benefit pension plan, health and dental plans, a health spending account, an employee and family assistance program and a tuition assistance program.
Application Consideration
Applications from current university employees and external candidates are assessed concurrently. Current university employees will be given special consideration.
We sincerely appreciate all applications and note that only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted directly by the hiring department or People and Culture.
Diversity Statement
Dalhousie University commits to achieving inclusive excellence through continually championing equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility. The university encourages applications from Indigenous Peoples of Turtle Island (especially Mi’kmaq), persons of Black/African descent (especially African Nova Scotians), and members of other racialized groups, persons with disabilities, women, persons identifying as members of 2SLGBTQIA+ communities, and all candidates who would contribute to the diversity of our community. In accordance with our Employment Equity Policy, preference will be given in hiring processes to candidates who self-identify as members of one or more of the equity-deserving groups listed above. For more information, including details related to our Employment Equity Policy and Plan and definitions of equity-deserving groups please review our Employment Equity information.
If you require any support for the purpose of accommodation, such as technical aids or alternative arrangements, please let us know of these needs and how we can be of assistance. Dalhousie University is committed to ensuring all candidates have full, fair, and equitable participation in the hiring process. Our complete Accommodation Policy can be viewed here.
