Program Advisor, Bob Gaglardi School of Business - Kamloops, Canada - Thompson Rivers University

Thompson Rivers University

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Kamloops, Canada

3 weeks ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

beBee Recruiter

Description

Application Restrictions- Open to both Internal and external- Job Type- Support Staff (CUPE)- Posting In effect from- 8/6/2023- Closing Application Date- 22/6/2023- Closing date for internal CUPE applicants- 22/6/2023Applications will be reviewed commencing the "closing date for internal CUPE applicants" and may continue until the position is filled.

Full/Part Time
Full Time
Support Type
Auxiliary (Over 4 Months)
Anticipated Start Date 1/7/2023
Position End Date (If Applicable) 30/6/2024
Schedule
The hours of work will be Monday to Friday, 7 hours a day, 8:00 am to 4:00 pm
Schedule

Description

DUTIESProvides advice to students with respect to education planning, academic goals and course selection. Provides instruction on admissions and registration processes to current and prospective students through interviews, assessment, online and group facilitation. Provides mandatory academic advising, including course approval, for all International students in preparation for the completion of certificate, diploma and degree programs. Supports and provides advice to the university's recruitment, conversion and retention activities.

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Develops education plans for students from culturally diverse backgrounds connecting academic standing to education or career goals, while assessing academic and work history, factoring in life, multicultural experience and financial resources.
Provides mandatory advising of International and Probationary Students with responsibility for final course approval.
Identifies at risk students, either academically or personally, develops action plans, provides appropriate retention strategies and advocates on behalf of students.
Researches, verifies and applies detailed knowledge of educational programs, services and transfer agreements established by TRU and other postsecondary institutions for incoming and transfer students.
Provides advice and support to the university's recruitment, conversion and retention activities.
Develops, promotes and presents orientations and workshops, both in person and through webbased technology.
Establishes and maintains liaison and referral services with educational institutions, professional and community organizations, and other TRU departments.
Responds to a variety of internal requests from faculty and administration for consultation regarding new programs, courses, and institutional policies.
Participates on institutional committees.
Travel offcampus to conduct individual advising in support of TRU recruitment and applicant conversion.
Performs graduation audits to facilitate timely program completion for TRU Gaglardi students.
Maintains the Bob Gaglardi School of Business and Economics transfer credit database and serves as the contact with the TRU transfer credit team.
In constant contact with TRU World and ISAs; must maintain accurate and updated knowledge of study permits for international students and projected enrolment and student numbers.
Approves and prepares letters of permission for program students to take nonTRU courses.
May provide training to other staff relating to course and program advising and/or systems management.

REPORTS TO
Assistant Dean, Bob Gaglardi School of Business and Economics

QUALIFICATIONSEDUCATION:
Fouryear Undergraduate University degree

EXPERIENCE:

Three (3) years' related work experience within a postsecondary institution or related educational environment, including oneyear of Educational Planning, as defined by working on an individual basis with a student/client assessing previous education, skills, cultural background, to identify future goals, aspirations, and needs, while being accountable for the development of an individualized educational strategy for that student/client

SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE OR ABILITIES RELATED TO THE JOB

Ability to communicate effectively to a culturally diverse audience, both verbally and in writing, including strong interviewing, listening and interpreting skills
Ability to use multiple computer software packages (i.e. Microsoft Office)
Effective research, analytical, problemsolving and planning skills
Ability to work independently, as well as part of a team
Ability to prepare and deliver oral presentations
Hold current B.C. class 5 drivers license
Ability to plan, organize and prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines, maintaining accuracy and attention to detail
Ability to work well under pressure and to manage a complex and high student volume

WORKING CONDITIONS

Sitting at desk and computer for periods of time
Regular student contact
General office conditions
Some offcampus travel
Set up of computer/audio visual equipment and tables and chairs at offsite locations (on an infrequent basis)

Ability to lift loads in excess of 20 kg