2526-048 - Student Services Advisor (DESIGNATED)- IT Campus

Nova Scotia Community College - NSCC; Halifax; On-site; CAD 81,000; Full time

Job summary

An established educational institution seeks a dedicated Student Services Advisor to foster student engagement and support their transition into college life. In this rewarding role, you will provide guidance on academic and career development, helping students navigate their educational journey and connect with essential resources. This position emphasizes inclusivity, particularly for the 2SLGBTQIA+ community, and offers a collaborative environment where your contributions will directly impact student success. If you are passionate about education and committed to supporting diverse student needs, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Paid Time Off

Flexible Work

Retirement Plans

Life Insurance

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree required; majors in relevant fields are assets.
• 3+ years of experience in supporting students or adults.

Responsibilities

• Build relationships with students for their transition into the College.
• Advise students on career, finance, and wellness.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Customer Service

Team Collaboration

Problem-solving

Organizational Skills

Record-keeping

Cultural Competence

Technical Expertise in Advising

Education

Undergraduate Degree

Majors in Student Affairs, Adult Education, or Social Sciences

Tools

Microsoft Office

MS Teams

PeopleSoft

Job description

Discover

The Opportunity

Halifax, NS

Education and Training

Experienced

Full-time

Competition Number: 2526-048

Benefits

• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Flexible Work
• Retirement Plans
• Life Insurance

Student Services Advisor (PS3)

Education

Institute of Technology Campus

Halifax, Nova Scotia

Department of Student Services

Continuing Full Time Position: Commencing approximately July 1, 2025

Application deadline is 11:59PM, May 13, 2025

Competition No. 2526-048

The salary scale for Professional Support 3 ranges from $68,917.73 to $91,624.25. New hires may receive up to seven steps based on relevant experience, up to a maximum of $80,254.49 annually.

This position is designated for candidates from the 2SLGBTQIA+ community.

What you'll do

Responsibilities

• Build early relationships with students to support their transition into the College, provide educational and career advisement, and assist in transitioning out to employment.
• Help students make decisions, solve problems, and navigate NSCC supports and services, as well as community resources.
• Plan and deliver events and activities that promote student growth, engagement, and leadership.
• Advise students in areas including Career, Enrolment, Finance, Learning, Student Life, and Wellness.
• Support students requesting specialized supports within the 2SLGBTQIA+ community across campuses.

For example, you will:

• Provide opportunities for exploring career and employment options.
• Assist students in understanding college policies, program choices, and financial planning.
• Engage students through recreational, cultural, and social activities.
• Refer students to internal learning disability and counselling supports.
• Refer students to community services and supports.

You will be part of campus and provincial Student Services teams, collaborating with Academic Chairs and Faculty to tailor services to student and program needs.

What you'll need

Qualifications

• An undergraduate degree is required; majors in Student Affairs, Adult Education, or Social Sciences are assets.
• At least three years of recent, relevant experience in supporting students or adults in personal, academic, or career development.
• Experience advising in a post-secondary setting is an asset.
• Experience supporting the 2SLGBTQIA+ community is preferred.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, MS Teams, email, and student record systems like PeopleSoft.
• Comfort with digital environments and a commitment to leveraging technology for student success.

Skills and Knowledge

• Culturally competent with a commitment to equity; experience with the 2SLGBTQIA+ community is a strong asset.
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills, with the ability to build trust.
• Strong team collaboration skills.
• Technical expertise in student advising and career development.
• Problem-solving and critical thinking abilities.
• Organizational skills for managing supports and planning events for large caseloads.
• Record-keeping and information management skills.
• Dedication to ongoing learning and adapting to new technologies and practices.

A Little Bit About Us

Nova Scotia Community College

We value Diversity and Inclusion

The College is committed to employment equity and encourages applications from diverse communities. Applicants may self-identify via the online questionnaire.

Positions are advertised bi-weekly. For more info, visit our website.

Interested in joining us?

As a condition of employment, Professional Support employees must complete a part-time adult education program offered by NSCC, which must be completed within the probationary period.

Applicants should be prepared to provide recent occupational references and official transcripts upon request.

NSCC is committed to inclusive hiring and will provide accommodations as needed. Contact David Meister at [e-mail] for accommodation requests.