Acting Academic Advisor

Medicine Hat College’s Student Supports is welcoming internal applications for a full time Acting Academic Advisor. This is a full-time, term specific leave replacement with a possibility of an extension. The anticipated end date for this position is March 31, 2025.

A little about the role:

The Academic Advisor works directly with students to help them achieve their educational goals. Reporting to the Director, Student Supports, the primary areas of responsibility for the Academic Advisor is to provide professional guidance and accurate information to current and prospective students regarding program and course selection, admission requirements, transferability of courses, policies and procedures, act as agents of referral for student support services, and plan and implement individual student education plans. This position also participates with recruiting, marketing, and promoting the College when required by attending recruitment fairs or functions.

Details:

As a successful applicant you'll have:

• An undergraduate University Degree in a related field OR an equivalent combination of related post-secondary education and work experience.
• Two years related work experience preferably in a post-secondary educational environment.
• Comprehensive knowledge of post-secondary systems, with particular attention to students’ program transition requirements from high school to college to university in Alberta.
• Knowledge of Alberta Council on Admissions and Transfer (ACAT) and the Transfer Alberta Search tool.
• Interpersonal and communication skills to advise students and provide information.
• Demonstrated organizational, communication, & an ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Student focused and committed to the value of post-secondary education.
• Ability to learn and adapt to new software applications.

The annual salary range for this position is: $62,143 - $73,384.

Submission details:

Please submit a cover letter quoting Competition #125097 with your resume, saved as a single document. Deadline for receipt of applications is January 16, 2025; however, resumes will be reviewed immediately.

This position will require the successful candidate to present a valid Police Information/Criminal Record Check.

Please indicate in your cover letter where you first saw the ad for this position. Submit your application by one of the following methods:

• Please send your application as an attachment in either .doc,.docx,.pdf or .rtf formats (only).
• Canada Post

Applications will not be accepted via fax

Medicine Hat College
Human Resources
299 College Drive S.E.
Medicine Hat, AB T1A 3Y6
E-mail: [email protected]

Medicine Hat College is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes and we welcome applications from all qualified individuals. In accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, priority will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents.

Only applicants being granted an interview will be contacted. All others are thanked for their interest.