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This position has an end date of July 15, 2027.

Location - This role is in-person. Work primarily takes place at Augustana Campus, Camrose.

Reporting to the Team Lead, Student Advising, this Student Advisor position at the University of Alberta's Augustana Campus blends academic advising with the promotion and administration of off-campus experiential learning opportunities. This position serves as a key resource for students, guiding them through a wide range of academic decisions by providing expert advice on university and faculty policies, program navigation and future planning, while also addressing broader issues that impact student success. This role also guides career development and community engagement in a collaborative team environment and with other advisors and administrative staff.

This Student Advisor position will support with Academic Advising, Community Service-Learning, Career-Services, and Experiential Learning opportunities. This position will take the lead on experiential learning opportunity administration, including study tour promotion and application management.

Located in Camrose on Treaty 6 territory, Augustana Campus offers a unique learning experience rooted in the liberal arts and embedded in rural Alberta. Home to approximately 900 students, the campus offers undergraduate and graduate programs through the Augustana Faculty and the Faculty of Rehabilitation Medicine. Augustana provides close-knit, supportive learning environments with extensive opportunities for student engagement in athletics, clubs, and campus life—delivering a small-campus experience with a world-class degree.

Academic Advising

• Advises students about university and faculty policies and procedures to provide accurate information to assist in making academic decisions such as course selection, registration, course withdrawals, deferred exams, grades, academic standing, and convocation.
• Supports diverse student populations and actively works to create a welcoming and inclusive environment.
• Utilizes strong knowledge of course restrictions, prerequisites, and the impact on a student’s course selection and academic advancement.
• Organizes and delivers workshops related to students' academic planning for each year.
• Accurately completed transfer assessments for students coming from Alberta post-secondary institutions.
• Works closely with Recruitment and Admissions staff to ensure seamless transition between offices in terms of student support and advice; collaborated with Academic Advisors in other faculties, central units and transfer institutions.
• Assists with the updating and maintenance of essential student resources, such as major maps, degree publications, and faculty forms.
• Travels to advising events and visits with community partners.

Trips & Off-Campus Experiences

• Acts as the first point of contact for experiential learning and off-campus experiences, including marketing, application review, logistical support, and representing the area at events.

• Works with UAI counterparts to administer trip applications.

• Minimum of an undergraduate degree in social sciences, education, human services or related discipline.

• Minimum 2 years of related work experience, preferably as an Academic/Student Advisor or Career Advisor.

• Superior customer service orientation, interpersonal skills, tact, initiative, and a positive attitude.

• Excellent communication (verbal and written), intercultural, organizational and problem-solving skills.

• Ability to manage and prioritize large volumes of work in the face of strict deadlines.

• Experience in facilitation of group sessions or teaching skills.

• Event and program coordination experience.

• Excellent computer experience, including Microsoft Office applications.

• Ability to work independently as well as part of an integrated and collaborative team.

• Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality when working with highly sensitive information.

• Must possess a valid Alberta Class 5 (non-GDL) driver’s license.

• Must be able to provide a recent copy of a three-year driver’s abstract with no more than six (6) demerits and/or two (2) moving violations within the last two years.

• Knowledge of (and ideally past participation in) experiential learning programs, preferrably at Augustana.

• Experience with student administrative system technology (PeopleSoft - Campus Solutions) would be an asset.

• Experience as a volunteer in various community settings is a definite asset.

Application Instructions

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This position is subject to all applicable terms and conditions of the collective agreement between the Governors of the University of Alberta and the Non-Academic Staff Association (NASA).

This position offers a comprehensive benefits package*.*

The University of Alberta acknowledges that we are located on Treaty 6 territory, and respects the histories, languages and cultures of First Nations, Métis, Inuit and all FirstPeoples of Canada, whose presence continues to enrich our vibrant community.

The University of Alberta is a community of knowledge seekers, change makers and world shapers who lead with purpose each and every day. We are home to over 14,000 faculty and staff, more than 40,000 students and a growing community of 300,000 alumni worldwide.

Your work will have a meaningful influence on a fascinating cross-section of people - from our students and community members, to our renowned researchers and innovators, making discoveries and generating solutions that make the world healthier, safer, stronger and more just. Learn more.

At the University of Alberta, we are committed to creating an inclusive and accessible hiring process for all candidates. If you require accommodations to participate in the interview process, please let us know at the time of booking your interview and we will make every effort to accommodate your needs.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those individuals selected for an interview will be contacted.

All University employees have a responsibility to foster a workplace that prioritizes safety in all its forms—physical, cultural, and psychological. This is achieved by promoting a safe environment, adhering to all safety laws, policies and procedures, completing all required safety training, identifying hazards and implementing controls, reporting incidents, and contributing to a culture of belonging and respect, while endeavoring to ensure that all colleagues feel valued and safe to express their thoughts, perspectives and concerns.

The University of Alberta is committed to creating a university community where everyone feels valued, barriers to success are removed, and thriving connections are fostered. We welcome applications from all qualified persons. We encourage women, First Nations, Métis and Inuit persons, members of visible minority groups, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity and expression, and all those who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas and the University to apply.

L’Université de l’Alberta s’engage à créer une communauté universitaire où chaque personne se sent valorisée, où les obstacles à la réussite sont éliminés et où des connexions enrichissantes peuvent se développer. Nous accueillons les demandes de toutes les personnes qualifiées. Nous encourageons les femmes; Premières nations, Métis et Inuits; membres des groupes minoritaires visibles; personnes handicapées; personnes de toute orientation sexuelle ou identité et expression de genre; et toutes les personnes qui peuvent contribuer à la diversification des idées et à l'université à postuler.