Student Engagement And Development Advisor

Staff - Non Union

Job Category

M&P - AAPS

Job Profile

AAPS Salaried - Student Management, Level B

Job Title

Student Engagement and Development Advisor

Department

Senior Managers | Undergraduate Office | UBC Sauder School of Business

Compensation Range

$5,906.25 - $8,508.42 CAD Monthly

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Posting End Date

July 31, 2023

Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the Posting End Date above.

Job End Date

Jul 19, 2024

Summary

UBC Sauder School of Business is one of the world’s leading business faculties. The school consistently ranks among the top 100 in the world and is recognized internationally for excellence in research and learning, an outstanding faculty and unmatched global partnerships. A collaborative and respectful culture within which all members of our community can thrive is a key principle in our strategic plan, and one that underpins our educational mission.

UBC Sauder is situated on the traditional, ancestral, unceded territory of the Musqueam, Squamish and Tsleil-Waututh people.

When you join UBC Sauder School of Business you become part of a team of academics and professionals committed to making a positive impact through business education.

The Student Engagement and Development Advisor is responsible for developing, delivering, and evaluating programs and services to support undergraduate student learning and personal and professional development. In collaboration with students and university partners, the Student Engagement and Development Advisor supports 3,800 new and continuing Bachelor of Commerce (BCom) students to become successful university learners, who are well prepared to engage in the university community and achieve their personal and career goals. The Student Engagement and Development Advisor develops learning outcomes and objectives, facilitates curricular and co-curricular learning experiences, and advises instructors and departments within the UBC Sauder who are seeking to incorporate peer-supported learning and professional development into curricula and programs. The Student Engagement and Development Advisor advises student groups and organizations and supports student leadership broadly, including student-initiated projects.

The Student Engagement and Development Advisor may be required to work outside of normal office hours from time to time, depending on programming.

Organizational Status

Reports to the Associate Director, Student Engagement and Development and works independently, with initiative and considerable autonomy under general supervision. Works in collaboration with academic and student service departments and programs in the UBC Sauder School of Business, student organizations, and individuals within the Student Development & Services. The Student Engagement and Development Advisor will also take on leadership roles in cross-functional team projects within the UBC Sauder Undergraduate Program Office. Works cooperatively and strategically with other employees, students and faculty to ensure that common goals for the unit and the UBC School of Business are established and achieved.

The Student Engagement and Development Advisor hires, trains, supervises and supports student staff and volunteers, and may supervise professional staff. Provides significant leadership to student peer advisors and student employees. Assists with training of new advisors, coordinators and consultants within Undergraduate Program Office and other student service units within the UBC Sauder School of Business.

Work Performed

• Performs other duties as required.
• Participates in cross-campus committees related to student orientation and transition.
• Hires, trains and supervises student employees in the work-learn (part-time) program and volunteers for events; this includes coordinating work schedules and training.
• Manages special projects assigned by the Associate Director, Student Engagement and Development and the Assistant Dean and Director of Undergraduate Programs.
• Leads and coordinates the delivery of existing student development programs and co-curricular experiences, activities and services for students. Programs include those developed in collaboration with the UBC Sauder departments and units, UBC Orientation, colleagues in the Student Development & Services Portfolio, the Commerce Undergraduate Society and student engagement colleagues on campus.
• Working with the Associate Director, Student Engagement and Development, provides input on the development and implementation of faculty-hosted student engagement and development programs for undergraduate students.
• Provides direction, support and leadership to volunteer student leaders as they design and deliver peer programs and services for the undergraduate Commerce student community.
• Implements and manages processes for collecting student data and feedback.
• Participates in cross-campus communities and communities of practice such as UBC Peer Programs and faculty-based student engagement colleagues. Liaises and collaborates with student engagement colleagues and units on campus while representing the views and perspectives of the faculty in a thoughtful and clear way.
• Remains current in the literature and research in the field of Student Development.
• Develops, implements, and assesses orientation and transition programming and events such as Online Orientation, Jump Start, Imagine Day, Beyond Imagine and Spark for Bachelor of Commerce students that are accessible, inclusive and impactful for all students.
• Creates and implements the mechanisms for students to participate in, lead and direct activities and events that enhance the student experience and sustain a sense of community among Commerce students. Evaluates needs of students and provides recommendations.
• Develops and manages budgets for program-specific funding.
• Supports and enhances the development of student leadership by creating and implementing the mechanism for students to participate in, lead and direct programs for their peers. Focuses on supporting student leaders through advising, training, professional development and skill building opportunities. Works closely with student leaders to coach and assists them in program development and event planning.
• Develops, implements and assesses student learning outcomes as part of program planning process; prepares event/budget reports.
• Supports students in crisis, either personal or academic, and advises students on available resources and makes appropriate referrals to personal support services on campus.

Consequence of Error/Judgement

Poor performance in this position would contribute to inefficient operations and low quality service being provided by the Undergraduate Program Office. Poor decision-making or judgement directly affects the quality of students undergraduate experience; and impact negatively the Faculty s reputation and accountability with students, faculty and staff. Decisions have an impact on the development of relationships both within the university and in external communities.

Administration decisions directly affect the Undergraduate Office s ability to operate efficiently. Errors in decision making have a serious negative effect on the office s ability to carry out its program and service responsibilities. Poor management of staff or volunteers may lead to inefficiency, discontent or grievances. Inability to work cooperatively with students, staff, and faculty will jeopardize the effective provision of services and programs to students.

Supervision Received

Working under the general direction of the Associate Director, Student Engagement and Development, the Student Engagement and Development Advisor will exercise considerable judgment and innovation in developing and implementing programs and supporting student learning and success.

Supervision Given

May supervise staff, student employees and volunteers. Will be required to take responsibility for projects that are substantially carried out by others, including faculty, employees, and student volunteers who are not directly supervised by the Student Engagement and Development Advisor. Must work cooperatively with other staff, students and faculty to ensure that common goals are established and achieved.

Minimum Qualifications

Undergraduate degree in a relevant discipline. Minimum of three to four years of related experience or the equivalent combination of education and experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, including evidence of ability to communicate well in a cross-cultural environment.
• Experience working in a post-secondary environment in project management or program development is preferred.
• Masters degree is preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with a variety of different stakeholders.
• Knowledge of student development theories.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to deal effectively with a diversity of people.
• Must have excellent program-solving skills, including the ability to plan ahead, anticipate programs and meet deadlines efficiently.
• Experience in the designing and delivering educational workshops and managing large events.
• Some evening and weekend work required.
• Must be able to accommodate flexible hours to attend events, deliver workshops, or provide training in evenings and on weekends.
• Ability to lead others and to function well within a team.

Equity and diversity are essential to academic excellence. An open and diverse community fosters the inclusion of voices that have been underrepresented or discouraged. We encourage applications from members of groups that have been marginalized on any grounds enumerated under the B.C. Human Rights Code, including sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, racialization, disability, political belief, religion, marital or family status, age, and/or status as a First Nation, Metis, Inuit, or Indigenous person.

Pursuant to the BC Human Rights Code Article 42, preference will be given to Indigenous applicants.

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.