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Faculty/Department Faculty of Nursing Unit Nursing Employee Group URFA APT Collective Agreement Consideration Open with preference given to APT members. CUPE 5791 Job Family Category Staff Number of Vacancies 1 Position Summary
This position is located at Saskatchewan Polytechnic campus in Saskatoon and is responsible for the academic advising and support of students within the SCBScN, Bilingual Option, and ADNP. Academic support is provided to students by phone, e-mail, Zoom, and on-site in Saskatoon. Reporting to the Associate Dean, Undergraduate, and working in collaboration with the Academic Program Coordinator, this position is responsible for the following:
Position Summary:
The Faculty of Nursing provides nursing education through on-site, online, and remote learning to students in Regina and Saskatoon, with a vision of expanding this to other geographical locations in the near future. Courses offered on-site in the Saskatoon location will be delivered at the Saskatchewan Polytechnic campus. The Faculty of Nursing offers three undergraduate nursing programs in collaboration with Saskatchewan Polytechnic; The SCBScN program, the Bilingual SCBScN program, and the After Degree Nursing Program (ADNP). The Bilingual and After Degree Nursing Programs are only offered in the Regina site; however, this position will also advise students in these programs.
The Faculty of Nursing provides nursing education through on-site, online, and remote learning to students in Regina and Saskatoon, with a vision of expanding this to other geographical locations in the near future. Courses offered on-site in the Saskatoon location will be delivered at the Saskatchewan Polytechnic campus. The Faculty of Nursing offers three undergraduate nursing programs in collaboration with Saskatchewan Polytechnic; The SCBScN program, the Bilingual SCBScN program, and the After Degree Nursing Program (ADNP). The Bilingual and After Degree Nursing Programs are only offered in the Regina site; however, this position will also advise students in these programs.
The SCBScN program admits 407 students each year, with approximately 1,400 students in total. The program has a number of U of R faculty members and one administrative assistant based in Saskatoon at the U of R Campus at Innovation Place.
This position is located at Saskatchewan Polytechnic campus in Saskatoon and is responsible for the academic advising and support of students within the SCBScN, Bilingual Option, and ADNP. Academic support is provided to students by phone, e-mail, Zoom, and on-site in Saskatoon. Reporting to the Associate Dean, Undergraduate, and working in collaboration with the Academic Program Coordinator, this position is responsible for the following:
- Evaluating transfer credit.
- Supporting sessional lecturers, faculty members, and Sask Polytech faculty by advising them of appropriate U of R and SCBScN policies and processes.
- Problem-solving any registration, scheduling and/or program issues with students.
- Liaising with Saskatoon Nursing Student Society.
- Assisting with Undergraduate Calendar updates.
- Planning and delivery of recruitment, retention, and orientation events.
- Providing prospective and current students with admission, program and course information.
- Advising students and faculty of university processes and policies (e.g. deferrals, withdrawal dates, and medical/compassionate withdrawals).
- Recommending changes in processes to improve workflow and service to students.
- Assisting students on probation and at-risk with academic recovery planning.
- Developing and facilitating group presentations on the program requirements and university life for prospective and current students.
Position Requirements
Position Requirements:
Undergraduate degree plus a minimum of three years of experience directly related to the required duties. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
Undergraduate degree plus a minimum of three years of experience directly related to the required duties. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
- Preference is given to candidates with experience in program and/or academic advising.
- Demonstrated program development/delivery and facilitation/presentation experience.
- Records management experience.
- Create, compose and edit a variety of written and electronic material with accuracy.
- Demonstrated skill in learning and experience applying a variety of policies, procedures and processes. Preference is given to candidates who have experience with the University of Regina programs, policies and processes, including registration (URSS), convocation, academic action, transfer credit, grade changes, deferrals, withdrawals, academic misconduct, and academic appeals.
- Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook-GroupWise).
- Demonstrated skill in learning and operating a wide variety of complex databases and information systems; Preference given to candidates with a demonstrated experience in University of Regina information systems.
- Demonstrated knowledge of office practices, principles and procedures.
- Excellent organizational skills, including a proven ability to work effectively with minimal supervision, prioritize work and accomplish tasks correctly and on time with strong attention to detail.
- Exceptional problem-solving and conflict-resolution skills.
- Exceptional written and oral communication skills in order to effectively communicate with faculty, staff, students, and community.
- Demonstrated knowledge of appropriate methods to handle confidential material.
- Exceptional interpersonal skills and an ability to develop and maintain effective collegial working relationships.
- Travel to Regina, throughout Saskatchewan, and possibly other provinces will be required for training, recruitment, and/or meetings.
Physical Demands Pay Grade APT 4 Salary Range $60,172 – $81,196 Annually Status Permanent Work Hours
8:15 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Monday to Friday
Some evenings and weekends. Some travel is required.
Onsite hours at Saskatchewan Polytechnic, Saskatoon
Some evenings and weekends. Some travel is required.
Onsite hours at Saskatchewan Polytechnic, Saskatoon
Duration (if Term/Temporary) Full-Time/Part-Time Full Time Preference Posting Target Posting Not Targeted
Additional Information
Contact Information
Job Open Date
10/31/2022
Job Close Date
11/06/2022
Open Until Filled
No
Special Application Instructions
Please note that preference will be given to APT Members.
Applicants must submit a cover letter and an updated resume that clearly states how they meet the posted qualifications.
Applicants must submit a cover letter and an updated resume that clearly states how they meet the posted qualifications.
Diversity Statement
The University of Regina is committed to an inclusive workplace that reflects the richness of the community that we serve. The University welcomes applications from all qualified individuals, including individuals within the University’s employment equity categories of women, persons with disabilities, members of visible minorities, Indigenous persons, individuals of diverse gender and sexual orientation and all groups protected by the Human Rights Code.
Competition Number
20220335A/S