Undergrad Programs Lead & Advisor

Waterloo International; Southwestern Ontario; On-site; CAD 62,000 - 77,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Waterloo is seeking an Undergraduate Program Coordinator and Advisor to enhance the undergraduate student experience within the Faculty of Environment. This role supports program administration, curriculum interpretation, advising, and coordination with the Administrative Manager and Associate Chair/Director UG.

You will manage student-related functions from orientation to graduation, review progress, assist with IQAP, admissions, scheduling, and communications, and develop

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience in undergraduate student program management and advising.
• Ability to mentor students for success.
• Strong knowledge of University policies and procedures related to undergraduate programs.
• Conflict resolution and proactive problem-solving.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and in teams.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate program administration and ensure alignment with university policies.
• Provide confidential academic advising to undergraduate students.
• Support admissions, recruitment, and transfer credit processing.
• Schedule courses and manage exam timetables.
• Develop content for undergraduate web pages and maintain records.
• Monitor student progress and assist with degree completion.
• Coordinate health and safety and related reporting.

Skills

Student advising

Communication

Leadership

Conflict resolution

Policy interpretation

Teamwork

Education

Undergraduate degree or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

SharePoint

UW systems

Job description

The University of Waterloo is seeking an Undergraduate Program Coordinator and Advisor to enhance the undergraduate student experience within the Faculty of Environment. This role supports program administration, curriculum interpretation, advising, and coordination with the Administrative Manager and Associate Chair/Director UG.

You will manage student-related functions from orientation to graduation, review progress, assist with IQAP, admissions, scheduling, and communications, and develop