Associate Academic Advisor (Education)

TL;DR

Associate Academic Advisor (Education): Providing transactional academic services to undergraduate students in the Faculty of Arts with an accent on academic planning, admission policies, and graduation adjudication. Focus on assessing academic records, resolving registration inquiries, and guiding students through degree requirements.

Location: Onsite at hirify.global campus

Salary: $5,365.42 - $7,709.92 CAD Monthly

Company

The University of British Columbia (hirify.global) is a leading global research university committed to excellence in learning and employment equity.

What you will do

• Provide academic advising services via front counter, email, phone, and virtual environments.
• Assess student academic records to provide guidance on academic planning and degree completion.
• Assist students with registration inquiries and course selection to meet Faculty of Arts requirements.
• Adjudicate graduation by evaluating academic records and researching deficiencies.
• Collaborate with the advising team to identify student trends and develop communication tools.
• Supervise student peer advisors and assist in their recruitment and training.

Requirements

• Undergraduate degree in a relevant discipline.
• Minimum of 1-2 years of related experience.
• Strong commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion.
• Exceptional interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and handle stress in a multifaceted environment.

Nice to have

• BA, BFA, BMUS or related field.
• Experience in postsecondary advising or student services.
• Previous experience at hirify.global.
• Fluency in Mandarin or other languages.
• Intermediate or advanced knowledge of Excel and SIS/SISC.

Culture & Benefits

• Inclusive and diverse work environment.
• Commitment to employment equity and fairness.
• Opportunities for professional growth within a prestigious academic institution.
• Focus on holistic student development and support.