Undergraduate Advisor - Burnaby, Canada - Simon Fraser University

    Simon Fraser University
    Simon Fraser University Burnaby, Canada

    Found in: Talent CA C2 - 1 week ago

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    Temporary Full time
    Description
    Union/Affiliation: Administrative and Professional Staff (APSA)
    Pay range: $67,089 to $80,019 annually SFU Department Descr: Environmental Science
    Position Grade: 7
    # of openings: 1
    Biweekly Hours: 70

    Who We Are

    The School of Environmental Science was established in 2019 and is home to undergraduate and graduate students, faculty, and staff. We are training the next generation of scientists to tackle environmental problems.

    About the Role

    The School of Environmental Science Undergraduate Advisor offers support in the School. As an Undergraduate Adviser, the incumbent provides support to prospective and registered students in the Environmental Science Program. The incumbent works closely with the Manager, Academic and Administrative Services, to assist in the delivery of and participation in academic programs and recruitment/outreach activities including SFU Open House, New Student Information Sessions, and Academic Options Day.

    Qualifications

    Undergraduate degree and three years of related experience in post-secondary program advising, registration services, and event coordination, OR an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

  • Excellent organizational, problem-solving, interpersonal, and communication (oral and written) skills.
  • Skilled in the use of student information systems and software applications (i.e., database, spreadsheet, presentation, and word processing).
  • Ability to exercise mature judgment, initiative, diplomacy and tact.
  • 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 temporary employees who belong in the Administrative & Professional Staff Association (APSA):

  • An additional 7% pay in lieu of benefits & 8% vacation pay
  • Employer paid extended health & dental plans
  • Professional development funds (minimum contract period of 1 year)
  • Hybrid-work program for eligible positions
  • Additional Information

    The assignment end date is August 31, 2024.