Description:

About us:

The University of Toronto’s Faculty of Kinesiology and Physical Education is globally recognized for developing and advancing knowledge about the interactions of physical activity and health through outstanding undergraduate and graduate education programs, cutting-edge research and the delivery of sport, recreation and high performance athletic opportunities for students, staff, faculty and community members across the three campuses. In achieving this vision, the Faculty is guided by values of integrity, respect, equity and diversity https://kpe.utoronto.ca/.

The Office of the Registrar & Student Services staff are committed to strong service excellence in supporting the academic and registrarial needs of current undergraduate, graduate and professional master's students. These services include advising and administration as it relates to registration, financial need, scholarships & awards, and graduation. In addition, the Office of the Registrar & Student Services is responsible for recruitment and admissions of prospective students, administration of experiential learning opportunities (international, research, in-field learning courses), scheduling of academic courses and exams and providing faculty support. The staff in the Office work collectively toward enhancing the student experience while being committed to operating under principles of equity, diversity and inclusion.

Your opportunity:

Under the general direction of the Associate Registrar & Manager, Student Services, the incumbent provides academic and career advising in conjunction with student success strategies and initiatives to assist the Faculty of Kinesiology & Physical Educationin supporting its students.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Advising students on the development of their educational plans
• Advising students on program and/or course requirements by probing andproviding a range of options and possible consequences incorporating personal circumstances impacting academic sucess and an understanding of an individual's background
• Advising on the appropriateness, precedents and process for petitions and appeals, and suggesting alternative course of action as necessary
• Monitoring student degree progress
• Facilitating educational workshops and seminars and developing learning outcomes to assess their effectiveness
• Advising students on program and/or course eligibility requirements, procedures and deadlines
• Keep well-informed on changes to policies, procedures and applicable legislated requirements
• Providing proactive support to individuals in distress and making referrals to specific university services

Essential Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree or acceptable combination of equivalent experience

• Minimum four years work experience in a university setting preferably in student advising

• Demonstrated experience delivering high impact advising with developmental advising practices, advising models, theories and tools

• Experience in staying current with research, literature, theory, trends, and best practices related to post-secondary student success

• Experienced in advising students on undergraduate academic requirements, policies, and procedures, with established knowledge of how and when to appropriately refer them to additional campus resources as needed

• Ability to maintain sensitivity, understanding, and respect for a diverse academic environment, inclusive of students, faculty, and staff of varying social, economic, cultural, linguistic, ideological, and ethnic background

• Good judgment and ability to interact with others with tact, courtesy, patience and confidentiality in adherence with FIPPA policies

• Ability to respond calmly and professionally to students who may be in emotionally distressed

• Demonstrated initiative and commitment to delivering quality service while effectively working both independently and as a collaborative team member

• Ability to work under pressure and with a large volume of work under limited supervision

Assets (Nonessential):

• Working knowledge of ROSI or similar Student Record System and Degree Explorer is an asset.

• Completion of at least Level 1 of U of T’s Academic Advising Training Program (AATP) is considered an asset

To be successful in this role you will be:

• Approachable
• Goal oriented
• Organized
• Proactive
• Problem solver
• Resourceful