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Halifax, NS | Canada
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Position Title Academic Advisor
Department/Unit Faculty of Management - General
Location Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada
Posting Number S074-24
Employee Group DPMG
Position Type Term
Duration of Contract (if applicable)2 years
Employment Type Full Time
Full-time Equivalency (FTE)1.0
Salary $58,103 - $77,730 per annum
Classification ADM-05
Provisional Statement 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 is recognized for its innovative, values-based approach to management education and research. Graduates are leaders and managers in the business sector, public sector, and civil society who live the Faculty’s vision of inspiring transformational solutions. Reporting to the Assistant Dean, Student Success, 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 Management, 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.
- 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) as agreed by all parties based on operational requirements and university guidelines
Required Qualifications - Undergraduate degree plus approximately 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, Banner and social networking sites.
Assets Job Competencies The successful candidate is expected to demonstrate proficiency in Dalhousie’s core and leadership competencies ( in particular:
- Respect & Inclusion
- Adaptability
- Knowledge & Thinking Skills
- Communication
- Service
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 Human Resources
Diversity Statement Dalhousie University commits to achieving inclusive excellence through continually championing equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility. The university encourages applications from Indigenous persons (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. Posting Detail Information
Number of Vacancies 1
Open Date 03/08/2024
Close Date 03/18/2024
Open Until Filled No
Special Instructions to Applicant
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$58.1k - $77.73k per year
