Saint Mary’s University

Date Posted: April 17, 2025

Posting Deadline: May 1, 2025

Department: Sobey School of Business

Type of Employment: Permanent, Full-time

Group Affiliation: APC Group, Group 5 ($59,435 - $76,595 annually)

At Saint Mary's University, you will be surrounded by a talented and dedicated team of professionals committed to accessibility, diversity, and the provision of a positive and supportive learning environment. We recognize the importance of the contribution and growth of each individual in the University's success. We are currently looking to fill the position of BCOM Academic Advisor to join the Sobey School of Business.

What we offer

As a team member at Saint Mary's, we are proud to offer many benefits. Some of these include:

• Competitive compensation
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Defined Contribution Pension plan
• Vacation
• Personal days
• Flexible Workplace
• Professional development
• Holiday closure
• Summer hour schedule
• Employee Transit EPass through Halifax Transit

Job Information and Responsibilities

Under the direction of the BCOM Senior Academic Advisor, the BCOM Academic Advisor:

• Works with the staff of BCOM Academic Success and Advising Centre to ensure a welcoming and supportive environment for all students.
• Provides academic advising to BCOM students; assists students with course selection to ensure program requirements are met; assists students with the sequencing of courses to meet their needs.
• Creates and maintains accurate student advising records using appropriate student systems.
• Works closely with students participating in the Back in Business Academic Success program; works with students to develop individualized success strategies with regular check ins and monitors students' progress closely.
• Organizes and facilitates group advising sessions for targeted student groups (specific majors, at-risk students, Dean's list, varsity athletics, etc.)
• Works with the Sobey School of Business Communications Office, Career Services, Enrolment Services, Student Affairs and Services and other student support offices around campus to coordinate activities and raise the profile of the BCOM Advising Centre.
• Supports the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of BCOM advising processes and information a management to ensure efficient, holistic, student-centric operations.
• Maintains the BCOM Academic Success and Advising Centre Brightspace Information page to ensure proper information is available to students through this platform.
• Collects and analyses data relevant to BCOM students and graduates as required by the Program Manager, Associate Dean (Academic), BCOM Program Coordinator and the Dean, including retention reports, probation reports and other statistics.

Experience and Education Requirements

To be the successful BCOM Academic Advisor you will have:

• An Undergraduate degree.
• Minimum three to five years related professional experience in a helping profession.
• Highly developed oral and written communication skills.
• Experience developing, implementing, and facilitating programs.
• Proven experience building relationships with key stakeholders.
• Professional judgment and discretion.
• Strong analytical skills.
• Demonstrated skill in using common office, desktop publishing and communication software (e.g., Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Experience with Ellucian CRM Advise and Banner considered an asset.

Application Details

Apply for this opportunity online using our online application system through Career Beacon. Click on "Apply Now" and complete all required information fields. Qualified candidates should submit the following with their application:

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• Three Professional References

Late applications may not receive consideration. We appreciate all applications and note that only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. No telephone calls please.

At Saint Mary's University, equity and diversity are integral to excellence and enrich our community. As an institution committed to fostering an environment of inclusion and respect, we encourage all qualified candidates to apply; however, preference will be given to applicants who self-identify as Black/African Nova Scotians, Indigenous peoples, racialized persons/visible minorities, persons with disabilities and women. If you require accommodations during the recruitment process, please contact Talent Acquisition at [email protected].