Undergraduate Advisor

Simon Fraser University; Burnaby; Hybrid; CAD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

4 weeks vacation

Hybrid-work program

Pension plan

Tuition waiver

Tuition reimbursements

Professional development funds

Job summary

Simon Fraser University in Burnaby is seeking an Undergraduate Advisor to guide potential and registered science students on degree requirements and to oversee registration processes. The role includes coordinating programs of study and graduation activities.

The position requires a Bachelor's degree in Science or related discipline and at least three years of post-secondary advising experience, with strong organizational and communication skills and proficiency in student information systems.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Science or related discipline and three years of related experience in post-secondary program advising and registration services, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

Responsibilities

• Advise potential and registered undergraduates on the academic requirements for the Faculty of Science degree programs.
• Administer the undergraduate registration process, programs of study, and graduation activities.
• Interviews students on academic probation and coordinates the articulation of post-secondary transfer credit requests.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Student information systems

Degree requirements knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Science or related discipline

Job description

Who We Are

Simon Fraser University is a leading research university, advancing an inclusive and sustainable future. Our purpose – the essence of SFU – is to create and connect knowledge, learning and community for deeper understanding and meaningful impact. We are committed to fostering excellence, innovation, belonging and community in all that we do.

The Faculty of Science is the second largest academic faculty at SFU and includes the Office of the Dean and 8 academic departments. The Office of the Dean develops overarching goals and strategy while providing administrative and academic support to all departments. We pride ourselves on creating a culture of interdisciplinary collaboration in an environment respecting our commitment to equality, inclusivity and diversity.

About the Role

The Undergraduate Advisor advises potential and registered undergraduate students of the academic requirements for the Faculty of Science degree programs and screens applications for undergraduate study. The role administers the undergraduate registration process, programs of study, and graduation activities, interviews students on academic probation and coordinates the articulation of post-secondary transfer credit requests.

Full Job Description

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Science or other relevant discipline and three years of related experience in post-secondary program advising and registration services, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

• Excellent organizational skills.
• Good knowledge and understanding of education and degree requirements for students wanting to graduate.
• Superb communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, especially with students.
• Proficient in the use of student information systems and software applications.

What We Offer

At SFU, our goal is to ensure our people are valued and supported by promoting a healthy work-life balance, professional growth and development, as well as a safe and respectful workplace. We offer continuing employees who belong in the Administrative & Professional Staff Association (APSA):

• 4 weeks' vacation (prorated for the first year)*
• Hybrid-work program for eligible positions
• Employer paid defined benefit pension plan
• On-campus tuition waiver for employees and their immediate family members*
• Off-campus tuition reimbursements and professional development funds*
• And more! View our benefits brochure

*Prorated for part-time employees

SFU is an equity employer and strongly encourages applications from all qualified individuals including women, Indigenous Peoples, visible minorities, people of all sexual orientations and gender identities, persons with disabilities, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of the university.

We are committed to facilitating accessibility within our application and interview processes. If you require any assistance or accommodations, please contact [e-mail].