Academic Advisor

SIIT; Saskatoon; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A post-secondary institution in Canada is seeking an Academic Advisor to support learners through their academic lifecycle. The role involves advising on educational progression, creating individual success plans, and ensuring learners understand program requirements. Candidates should have a relevant undergraduate degree and at least three years of experience in academic advising. Knowledge of First Nations cultures is a plus. Travel may be required for the position.

Qualifications

• Minimum of three years' experience working with learners in an academic advisory capacity.
• Knowledge of First Nations cultures and organizations would be an asset.
• Must have a valid driver's license and reliable transportation as travel is required.

Responsibilities

• Assess and advise current learners at SIIT regarding educational progression.
• Provide confidential academic advising and follow-up with individuals.
• Collaborate with Academic Leadership to develop an optimal advising process.

Skills

Effective Communication

Flexible & Adaptable

Results Oriented

Relationship Building

Client Focus & Service

Education

Undergraduate degree in a relevant discipline

Job description

Overview

Established in 1976 the Saskatchewan Indian Institute of Technologies (SIIT) is a First Nation governed post-secondary institution. Recognized under provincial legislation, the Institute has authority to grant certificates and diplomas. SIIT welcomes over 2400 students into our urban and community programs annually as well as serving over 6000 clients through our nine Career Centres across the province. The Saskatchewan Indian Institute of Technologies is playing a significant role in Saskatchewan's economic future. You can contribute to that success while building your career.

Nature and Scope

The Academics Advisor focuses on supporting learners through the academic lifecycle at SIIT. This position will positively promote and create an environment that demonstrates SIIT\'s vision, mission, and mandate.

General Accountability

The Academic Advisor will play a key role by assessing and advising current learners at SIIT with regards to their educational progression. The Advisor will increase learner success by helping them make informed decisions about their educational goals.

The incumbent is responsible for providing support services required by a learner such as exploring education and academic goals, identifying program and course requirements, and potential support services required to successfully transition into an employable individual or onto further post-secondary education. This position is accountable for follow-up with all SIIT learners, and ensuring they are progressing through their academic careers. This position provides additional support as required. The range of accountabilities for this role include, but are not limited to:

Specific Accountabilities

Client Service

• Acts as primary point of contact and liaison with learners and academic units on a range of educational and administrative issues related to learners
• Provide confidential academic advising and follow up with individuals relating to their short and long-term educational and career goals, including assessing student needs, program planning and creating individual academic success plans
• Teach learners about the content and structure of post-secondary programming, including graduation and/or transfer requirements
• Help learners to understand the complete requirements of their program(s) of interest, including admission requirements and prerequisites, and guiding applicants to submit proper documentation
• Advise and follow up with learners who are seeking appropriate support services
• Collaborate with the Registrar's Office and Program Coordinators to manage learners' credits
• Assist learners in identifying and overcoming barriers to success by providing alternative options as needed
• Guide accepted students through the transfer credit process with SIIT. This includes Collecting required documents, answering general questions related to transfer credit and submitting completed applications to the appropriate department for review
• Keep current with respect to SIIT programs and each program's entrance criteria and required qualifications
• Collaborate with Academic Leadership to develop an optimal advising process that meets their specific needs

Administration & Coordination

• Proficiently manage the caseload of learners and academic information within databases
• Continually monitor web-based information regarding SIIT current programs
• Conduct database, literature and web searches to find information to respond to inquiries from learners and community members
• Stay current with research and strategies relating to best practices in supporting learners
• Participate in student orientations and other student engagement events
• Work with out of province education ministries and authorities to determine applicant program eligibility
• Work with international accreditation bodies to establish an institutional standard when processing applications with international credits

Required Qualifications and Experience: Undergraduate degree in a relevant discipline. Minimum of three years\' experience working with learners in an academic advisory capacity. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered. Knowledge of First Nations cultures and organizations would be an asset. Incumbent must have a valid driver\'s license and reliable transportation as travel is required.

Required Competencies: Effective Communication; Flexible & Adaptable; Results Oriented; Relationship Building; Initiative; Valuing Diversity; Client Focus & Service; Teamwork; Empathetic Listening & Responding.