Secretary, Academic Advising
(Full-Time Support Staff)
Reporting to the Associate Registrar, Academic Policy and Advising, the Secretary, Academic Advising will be responsible for providing support to the Academic Advising department. The Secretary acts as the first contact for the Academic Advising department and provides a variety of services. These duties include: assessing student needs; responding to inquiries by students, faculty and the general public; referring clients to an Academic Advisor or other services within the university; data and file management; web development; and correspondence for the Academic Advising Department. The Academic Advising Office is a very fast-paced, high demand service, and the incumbent must be able to manage a variety of tasks at one time while maintaining a high level of service.
A two-year office administration diploma from a recognized college is required, as well as one to three years of relevant experience, preferably at the post-secondary level is required.
A comprehensive group benefits and pension plan is offered, as well as a tuition subsidy for eligible dependents. Please submit your letter of application and resume in one document, via email to careers@nipissingu.ca by 4:00 p.m., Tuesday September 21, 2021. Hiring is subject to final budgetary approval.
Nipissing University is committed to employment equity and strongly encourages applications, which may include self-identification in a covering letter, from Indigenous persons, women, persons with disabilities, persons who identify as LGBTQ2+, and visible minorities.
First consideration of candidates is given in accordance with Article 12.05 (b) of the OPSEU Full-Time Support Staff Collective Agreement and OPSEU Part-Time Staff Collective Agreement. The search committee would like to thank all applications for their interest in Nipissing University. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply. Please note that only those candidates invited for an interview will be contacted. Nipissing University is an inclusive employer and will provide accommodation in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code. If you require accommodations for interviews or other meetings, please email access@nipissingu.ca.