Academic Advisor - Toronto, Canada - University of Toronto

University of Toronto

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Toronto, Canada

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Description

Date Posted:06/08/2023

Req ID: 31843

Faculty/Division:
Woodsworth College

Department:
Woodsworth College

Campus:
St. George (Downtown Toronto)

Position Number:

Description:

About us:

The Faculty of Arts & Science is the heart of Canada's leading university and one of the most comprehensive and diverse academic divisions in the world.

The strength of Arts & Science derives from our combined teaching and research excellence in the humanities, sciences and social sciences across 29 departments, seven colleges and 46 interdisciplinary centres, institutes and programs.

We can only realize our mission with the dedication and excellence of engaged staff and faculty.

The diversity of opportunities and perspectives within the Faculty reflect the local and global landscape and the need for curiosity, innovative thinking and collaboration.

At Arts & Science, we take pride in our legacy of innovation and discovery that has changed the way we think about the world.

Founded in 1974, Woodsworth College has become a thriving community of more than 5,500 students. We celebrate excellence in a collegial setting and commit to promoting accessibility and equity.

Our mission is to provide the best educational experience for a diverse student body, which includes a large number of part-time and non-traditional students.

In addition to being a locus of student life, we sponsor a variety of academic programs.

Your opportunity:

Under the general direction of the Associate Registrar, this position provides counselling and support for Woodsworth College students in the Faculty of Arts and Science Acts and acts as a resource for students exploring further studies and/or career development opportunities.

In an advising role, the Academic Counsellor provides academic, personal and career, and general counselling to incoming and first year students including counselling on degree requirements as well as other academic matters, including petitions, LWDs (late withdrawals), rules and regulations of the Faculty, registration & enrolment, POSts (Programs of Study), admissions.

This position plans welcome/information sessions for incoming students, hosts weekly Q&A sessions and runs sessions on choosing programs, etc.

Your responsibilities will include:

Advising students on the development of their educational plans
Leading seminars and/or workshops
Advising students on program and/or course requirements by probing and providing a range of options and possible consequences
Advising on the appropriateness, precedents and process for petitions and appeals, and suggesting alternative course of action as necessary
Developing learning outcomes for workshops and/or services
Developing content for instructional workshops
Resolving issues within the scope of the role and escalating problems as required
Providing proactive support to individuals in distress and making referrals to specific university services

Essential Qualifications:

Bachelor's Degree or equivalent combination of acceptable education and experience.
Minimum four (4) years of recent and related experience providing academic advising (educational plan development, course/program selection and requirement, petition/appeals, and financial management etc.) to students at a postsecondary education institution, with 3 years of experience working in a University College or Faculty registrar's office.
Experience providing academic advising to incoming and first year students with a diverse background.
Experience developing content and leading information sessions for incoming and first year students, such as sessions for program selections and educational planning etc.
Experience working with international students and students facing academic and/or personal difficulty.
Experience and advance skills with ROSI
Experience with File Maker Pro or other databases
Experience working with confidential information and communication protocols within the university
Expertise with Degree Explorer
Extensive knowledge of the offerings and regulations of the Faculty of Arts and Science and all college programs
Advanced Microsoft office skills including Word, EXCEL, Outlook, Power Point.
Advanced advising and/or counselling skills with a demonstrated ability to problem solve
Superior oral and written communication skills with excellent interpersonal skills, showing initiative and good judgement, and also the ability to work cooperatively and be an effective team member
Excellent customer services skill, with a strong commitment to service excellence
Ability to cope with a constantly changing and complex set of academic regulations
Have a comfort level and humane approach to counselling students who are struggling academically
Knowledge of support services on campus and ability to make effective referrals
Must have sound judgment and ability to deal with challenging student issues, and a commi