University of Windsor Looking for Part Time Academic Advisor at Windsor, ON Full Time

UNIVERSITY OF WINDSOR

NOTICE OF TEMPORARY PART TIME VACANCY

(For approximately one year)

Non-Union Staff

POSITION TITLE: Academic Advisor

(Part Time – not to exceed 24 hours per week)

DEPARTMENT: Psychology

PRIMARY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

The Academic Advisor provides advising and mentoring support to undergraduate students in the Department of Psychology, including those looking to change majors, international students, transfer students, part-time students, concurrent students, and mature students to ensure they are registered in appropriate courses and programs and to help students achieve academic success.

ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS:

The successful candidate will have:

· Bachelor’s degree

· Three (3) years’ experience in counselling, academic advising, or related field

· A thorough knowledge of programs and courses offered by the Department of Psychology

· Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of theory and/or best practices in student academic advising processes

· Practical knowledge of mentoring strategies in the academic environment

· Understanding of issues impacting successful student transition to University

· High level of cultural awareness and sensitivity

· Ability to liaise collaboratively and effectively with University faculty, appropriate administrative units, the Office of the Registrar, support staff, and student groups

· Good verbal and written communication skills

· Ability to work in team environment

· Ability to work with minimal supervision

· Proficient computer skills including the use of Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

· A Master’s degree or higher is preferred

· A thorough knowledge of the University’s academic programs, policies, and procedures

The University of Windsor is a welcoming community that is committed to equity and supports diversity in its teaching, learning, and work environments. In pursuit of the University’s Employment Equity Plan, members from the designated groups (Women, Aboriginal Peoples, Visible Minorities, Persons with Disabilities, and Sexual Minorities) are encouraged to apply and to self-identify.

If you need an accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify the Employment Coordinator. Should you require further information on accommodation, please visit the website of the Office of Human Rights, Equity & Accessibility (OHREA) at www.uwindsor.ca/ohrea.

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.

Job Types: Part-time, Fixed term contract
Contract length: 12 months
Part-time hours: 24 per week

Schedule:

Education:

• Bachelor’s Degree (required)

Experience:

• advising: 3 years (preferred)

Application deadline: 2022-07-15