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Find Your Spot at Humber If you are interested in higher education and are looking to contribute to the largest polytechnic College in Ontario as we shape the future of our students and communities, here is your opportunity to join our team.
At Humber, our career paths open up a world of infinite possibilities for you to explore. People are at the heart of the Humber experience. Here, every day we work shoulder to shoulder to deliver excellence, and in doing so, we redefine what it means to be a leader in polytechnic education. Humber employees are a diverse group of committed, caring and fun-loving people. We learn and grow together. We take finding and growing the right talent very seriously. We strive to find and nurture extraordinary employees who bring their best each day.
Humber is a place like no other. Here you will “Find Your Spot” and build a career and future that grows as we grow. In this rich, diverse workplace, we encourage innovation ideas. We support you to find deep meaning and purpose so that you can be proud of what you do and where you work.
Job Details
Position Title: Student Success Advisor, Academic Upgrading
Status: Regular Part-Time
Hours: 24 hrs/week
Faculty/Department: Faculty of Liberal Arts & Sciences (Pathways/Academic Upgrading)
Campus/Location: North Campus
Salary: Min: $35.04/hr
What You Will Do
We are seeking a dynamic and passionate individual to join our team as a Student Success Advisor for the Academic Upgrading Program. In this role, you will play a pivotal role in providing comprehensive academic and career support and guidance to students enrolled in the program, helping them navigate the challenges they may face and fostering their personal and academic growth.
Reporting to the Manager, Pathway Programs, the Student Support Advisor provides academic pathways and career advising to community learners and students involved in the Academic Upgrading program (AU). Your primary responsibility will be to work closely with individual students, offering personalized support to enhance their academic success and overall well-being. You will conduct one-on-one meetings, listen to students’ concerns, and work with them to form and clarify meaningful plans and set goals by developing individualized academic and career success plans that leverage available resources and campus support services.
Your role will include organizing workshops, study groups, and other initiatives aimed at improving students’ study skills, time management, and academic performance. You will also assist in the development of resources and materials to support student learning.
Participation in department wide student support initiatives, recruitment events on and off campus and meetings with other Advisors and Program Coordinators on a regular basis is also required. This role will primarily work out of the North campus, however occasional travel offsite and between Humber’s three campuses will be required.
Hours Per Week
37.5
Position Type
Regular Part-Time Support
Minimum Salary
35.04
Work Locations
North Campus
Job Family
Liberal Arts
Deadline to Apply
February 2, 2024
Job Posting
1/19/24
Department
Faculty of Liberal Arts & Sciences
Education
What you bring to the role:
- The successful candidate will possess a 4-year degree or equivalent in HR, Psychology, Education, Sociology, Career and Work Counsellor Programs
- Further education (diploma, degree, graduate certificate) in academic advising or career coaching is an asset
Experience/Skills
- A minimum of three years’ experience assessing and advising clients in an educational or social and community services environment is required.
- Experience working with diverse student populations, including adult learners and individuals with various academic backgrounds.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to establish rapport and build trusting relationships with students.
- Knowledge of academic advising principles and best practices in student success strategies.
- A commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion in higher education.
What’s In it for you?
- An opportunity to have an impact with a post-secondary institution, poised to do great things
- Diverse, hard-working, committed team of people who care about each other
- Tools and technology that will allow you to succeed at your job
- Amazing perks
- Highly supportive work culture
At Humber College we don’t just accept difference — we celebrate it! Experience comes in many forms, skills are transferable, and a progressive mindset goes a long way at Humber. If your experience is close to what we’re looking for, consider applying and tell us why you are a great candidate for this job. Find your Spot at Humber!
We thank you for your interest in working with Humber College. Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. Consideration for Support Staff and Academic positions will be given to internal employees in accordance with the respective Collective Agreements.
Equity, Diversity and Inclusion
Humber College is committed to a workforce that reflects the diversity of our students and our city. We actively seek Indigenous Peoples and individuals from equity-deserving groups with demonstrated skills and knowledge to deal with all aspects of equity, diversity and inclusion in a post-secondary environment.
Accommodation
Humber College is committed to accommodating applicants with disabilities throughout the hiring process, in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Our HR Generalists will work with applicants requesting accommodations at any stage of the hiring process. This document is available in alternate formats upon request.
Anti-Discrimination Statement
At Humber College, all forms of discrimination and harassment are prohibited. Students and employees have the right to study, live and work in an environment that is free from discrimination and harassment. If you need assistance on concerns related to discrimination and harassment, please contact the Centre for Human Rights, Equity and Inclusion http://hrs.humber.ca/human-rights-equity-diversity.html
