Academic and Student Affairs Advisor Job Burnaby area,BC Canada,Education / Teaching

Union/Affiliation:
Administrative and Professional Staff (APSA)
Pay range: $69,102 to $82,420 annually SFU Department Descr:
Beedie School of Business
Position Grade: 7
# of openings: 1
Biweekly

Hours:

72

Who We Are

Simon Fraser University is a leading research university, advancing an inclusive and sustainable future. Our purpose – the essence of SFU – is to create and connect knowledge, learning and community for deeper understanding and meaningful impact. We are committed to fostering excellence, innovation, belonging and community in all that we do.

The Academic Success & Curriculum Office plays a prominent role in the Beedie School of Business recruitment, enrollment, curriculum management, program administration, academic student support, and retention programming for its undergraduate business programs. We support students’ academic, personal and professional development across all stages of their educational journey by providing opportunities, programs, and services that contribute to meaningful connections and a vibrant community.

We believe appropriate strategies, resources and support are integral to student success.

About the Role

The Academic and Student Affairs Advisor provides comprehensive academic advising, program planning, and administrative support to prospective and enrolled undergraduate students in alignment with University, Faculty, and program policies, procedures, and regulations. This position plays a key role in supporting student success by offering guidance on admissions, academic strategies, course and program planning, degree completion, and interpretation of academic policies. The Advisor contributes to the development and implementation of faculty-wide initiatives focused on student recruitment, transition, academic support, enrollment management, and retention, for domestic, international, and other diverse student populations.

The role involves academic support and intervention programming, evaluating undergraduate graduation applications, and developing student-facing materials and initiatives that enhance transition, progression, and retention. The Advisor establishes strong working relationships with Student Services and other university stakeholders to improve coordination of recruitment, transition, and retention efforts, ensuring a consistent and student-centered approach across the institution.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Education, Arts and Social Science, or a related field, with a minimum of three years of progressive experience in post-secondary academic advising, student services, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

Strong knowledge of university policies related to admissions, enrollment, academic standing, and graduation.

Ability to interpret and apply academic regulations and program requirements.

Excellent communication skills—oral, written, and interpersonal.

Able to work across campuses and travel locally as needed.

What We Offer

At SFU, our goal is to ensure our people are valued and supported by promoting a healthy work-life balance, professional growth and development, as well as a safe and respectful workplace. We offer continuing employees who belong in the Administrative & Professional Staff Association (APSA):

4 weeks’ vacation (prorated for the first year)*

Hybrid-work program for eligible positions

Employer paid defined benefit pension plan

On-campus tuition waiver for employees and their immediate family members*

Off-campus tuition reimbursements and professional development funds*

And more!

* Prorated for part-time employees

Additional Information

Please note this position serves students at both the Burnaby and Surrey campuses. Event support and occasional weekend and evening hours required.