Academic Advisor - Vancouver, Canada - Columbia College

Columbia College

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Vancouver, Canada

1 week ago

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Sophia Lee

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About Us

Since 1936 Columbia College has offered quality educational programs, including a University Transfer Program fully integrated into the B.C.

Transfer System, an Associate Degree Program certified by the Ministry of Post-Secondary Education and Future Skills, a University Preparatory Program, and a High School Program certified by the Ministry of Education.

Thousands of Canadian and international students have progressed through Columbia College's programs to Canadian universities or successful careers.

The Opportunity

Columbia College is looking for a full-time Academic Advisor to join our Student Services department.

The working schedule is
Monday to Friday from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm (35 hours per week), and alternatively, some Saturdays instead of one day of the week.

**The job will be performed four days on campus and one day from home.

Start date
:
August 2023

SUMMARY:

The Academic Advisor assists students with the planning of their academic program. The role advises students on education planning, educational goals and course selection topics.

The duties and responsibilities include academic advising, course planning, student orientation, working with Student Services, Faculty, Admissions, and Administration and liaising with external institutions, agencies or individuals.

The Academic Advisor reports to the Academic Advisor Manager.

Key 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.

Identifies at-risk students, either academically or personally, develops action plans, provides appropriate retention strategies and advocates on behalf of students as required.

Researches and applies detailed knowledge of educational programs, services, and transfer agreements established by Columbia College and other postsecondary institutions for incoming and transfer students.
Provides advice and support to the College's recruitment, conversion and retention activities.
Develops, promotes and presents orientations and workshops.
Establishes and maintains liaison and referral services with educational institutions, professional and community organizations, and other Columbia College departments.
Responds to various internal requests from faculty and administration regarding new programs, courses, and institutional policies.
Participates in Orientation weeks.
Bachelor's degree in Social Work or a related field
Three (3) years of related work experience within a postsecondary institution or a similar educational environment.
Excellent knowledge of secondary and postsecondary regulations and academic requirements

Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills and demonstrated attention to detail

Ability to exercise mature judgment and initiative
Outstanding interpersonal and verbal communication skills
Excellent organizational skills and written communication skills

Salary

All Columbia College employees are covered by the Columbia College Employment Agreement, including full benefits, a generous RRSP plan and vacation once confirmed.

How to Apply

Please note that filling out the entire profile is not mandatory to upload the required resume and cover letter on the platform.

Application Deadline
:
July 18, 2023
We thank all applicants for their interest in the position; only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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