Athabasca University's Learner Support Services is recruiting for a permanent, full-time Senior Academic Advisor.

First consideration will be given to internal applicants according to the AUPE Collective Agreement, Article 11.02.

The Position:

Providing information, academic advising, and related assistance to current program students accessing Athabasca University courses, programs, and services. Advising focus includes certificate, diploma, and undergraduate degree programs.

Qualifications:

• Undergraduate degree in related area. *
• Minimum of 3 years academic advising experience. *
• One or more years' experience in a post-secondary education setting, preferably within a virtual environment.
• Commitment to establishing positive working relationships within the immediate team and across studentservices and academic units.
• Strong time management, prioritization, multi-tasking, technical, organizational, communication, andinterpersonal skills.
• Ability to think clearly, logically, and search for solutions to potential issues.
• Familiarity and competency with necessary job technology.
• Demonstrated ability to work as a member of a team of highly motivated and experienced individuals.
• Ability to adapt to a fast-paced, constantly evolving, near-virtual environment.
• Honesty, integrity, and commitment to maintaining high professional standards
• The ability to be patient, understanding and helpful given a high degree of contact with students andother representatives is necessary. Working with a team of service providers and assisting students are thecritical components of this position.
• Demonstrated use of written and oral communication skills is essential (e.g., listening, problem solving,conflict resolution and investigative skills).
• Flexibility in working hours and scheduled tasks may be required.
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

A detailed job description can be viewed at: Senior Academic Advisor.

Contact Information:
For more information regarding this role, please contact Rhonda Guay,Coordinator, Counselling Services, atrhondag@athabascau.ca.