Student Support & Advising Specialist

Athabasca University's Faculty of Science and Technology is currently recruiting for a permanent, full-time Student Support and Advising Specialist. 

 

First consideration will be given to internal applicants according to the AUPE Collective Agreement, Article 11.02.

 

The Position: 

This position is responsible for providing information, advice and guidance to prospective and existing students enrolled in programs and courses offered by the Faculty of Science and Technology. This position is the initial primary contact for prospective students and students enrolled in undergraduate programs within the Faculty of Science and Technology. The incumbent will work with all areas of the University, tutors and academics to ensure that student success is achieved. The position requires an understanding of course regulations and policies at Athabasca University. This position involves working in a team-oriented setting, and requires coordination and sharing of information using our Student Relationship Management System.

 

Qualifications:

•  Undergraduate degree and two years experience in advising or a student services role. Equivalent education and experience may be considered.
• The ability to work as part of a team to facilitate the student's learning process.
• The ability to work independently and to be self-motivated and focused on the job-at-hand.
• Extensive knowledge of Athabasca University policies and procedures.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, organizational and time management skills.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office, Banner, Grades, and Student Relationship Management systems would be an asset.
   

A full job description can be viewed at: Student Support and Advising Specialist

Contact Information

For further information regarding this position, please contact Jocelyn Smith, Coordinator, Student Services, at [email protected].

 

 

Athabasca First

Wherever possible, AU seeks to attract and hire qualified team members to reside in the Athabasca region. We will offer relocation assistance for the right candidate should you decide to relocate to the Town of Athabasca. As a resident of the town or county of Athabasca, you can choose to work on and from our beautiful campus in Athabasca.

To discover the Town and Region of Athabasca, go to: Visit Athabasca.

What AU Offers: 

Benefits and Pension eligibility differs based on employee group and may include:

• Defined Benefits Pension Plan
• Alberta Health Care
• Extended Health Care
• Life Insurance, Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance
• Disability Coverage
• Vacation
• Office Closure between Christmas and New Year's Day
• Discretionary Benefit Fund
• AU Course Allowance
• A Variety of Leaves (e.g., Maternity/Parental/Adoption, Compassionate Care, etc.)
• Employee & Family Assistance Program (EFAP)

Educational credentials will be verified before an offer of employment is extended. An offer of employment is conditional upon verification of educational credentials. 

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian Citizens and Permanent Residents will be given priority. 

Athabasca University is committed to employment equity and encourages applications from women, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation, persons of any gender identity and expression, and members of visible minorities. 

Where applicants have equal skills, abilities, and experience, candidates residing within or willing to relocate to the County of Athabasca will be given preference.

Working outside of Canada is not supported by Athabasca University. You are legally not permitted to work for Athabasca University if you are living outside of Canada.