Academic Transition Programs Advisor

Faculty/Department Student Affairs Unit SA - Student Success Centre Employee Group URFA APT Collective Agreement Consideration Open with preference given to APT members. CUPE 5791 Job Family Category Staff Number of Vacancies 2 Position Summary
Join our team at the University of Regina, where innovation, student success, and community engagement are at the core of our mission. As a leading institution committed to fostering academic excellence, we are seeking an enthusiastic and creative Academic Transition Programs Advisor to play a pivotal role in shaping the success and retention of our students.

As an Academic Transition Programs Advisor, you will be a key contributor to our University’s strategic enrollment management initiative. Your primary focus will be on developing, overseeing, and delivering programs tailored to the success and retention of new and continuing undergraduate students experiencing academic difficulties or personal challenges.

What You’ll Do:
Implement and Deliver: Facilitate the Academic Recovery Program and Arts Transition Program for academically at-risk students.
Individual and Group Advising: Conduct personalized and group advising sessions, identifying reasons for academic challenges, and devising strategies to enhance students’ skills and motivation.
Progress Monitoring: Track and monitor students’ progress in the programs, ensuring timely intervention and support.
Facilitation: Lead weekly sessions and other program components, fostering an engaging and supportive learning environment.
Communication Strategy: Develop and implement a comprehensive communication strategy to promote the programs and engage students effectively.
Team Leadership: Recruit, train, and supervise student teaching assistants, ensuring a cohesive and efficient team.
Records Management: Oversee records management, appointment scheduling, database updates, and outreach to potential students.
Collaboration: Establish and maintain collaborative relationships with University staff, contributing to a unified and student-centric approach.
Program Development: Collaborate on developing and delivering new programming, tailoring solutions to specific student needs.
Design and Delivery: Design course material and presentations, and contribute to program promotion, curriculum review, and evaluation.
Plus More: Be ready to take on additional related tasks as assigned – your role is dynamic and essential to our success!

Why Join Us?
At the University of Regina, we are more than just a campus – we are a community! Join our team and enjoy:
Meaningful Impact: Your work directly contributes to creating a better environment for students, faculty, and staff.
Professional Growth: We support your development, offering opportunities for advancement and learning.
Work-Life Balance: We value your well-being and know your personal life is most important!
Dynamic and Inclusive Workplace: We value diversity and inclusivity. You’ll be part of a team that celebrates different perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences, making every day an opportunity for personal growth.
Innovation Culture: We encourage fresh ideas and innovative thinking.
Competitive Compensation: We offer competitive compensation package and benefits to reward your talent. A few of the these benefits include Health/Dental/Vision Benefits, flexible spending account, Defined Contribution Pension Plan, and much more!

If you are an energetic and innovative individual passionate about developing and implementing retention programming targeted to undergraduate students experiencing academic difficulties or personal challenges, we invite you to apply today!

Two positions available: One 18-month term, and one permanent position.
Position Requirements
What You’ll Bring to the Position:
Undergraduate degree;
Two years experience advising undergraduate students facing academic difficulties or personal challenges, or working with adult learners in a classroom setting.
An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience may be considered.

Skills That Will Ensure Your Success in this Role:
Intercultural sensitivities and awareness of issues facing undergraduate students from a variety of backgrounds, including, but not limited to, Indigenous, international, and mature students;
Knowledge of the University of Regina programs, policies and available supports;
Knowledge of enrolment management and best practices for retention;
Working knowledge of adult learning and student retention theories;
Demonstrated teaching and classroom management skills;
Demonstrated program planning and implementation skills;
Demonstrated advising skills;
Demonstrated computer skills in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint);
Demonstrated experience working in complex databases such as Banner and Caspur;
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail;
Ability to exercise discretion regarding sensitive and confidential matters and
materials;
Strong interpersonal, communication, facilitation, and public speaking skills;
Strong business writing skills;
Demonstrated flexibility – this includes the ability to transition from task to task effectively and adapt to individual student needs; and
Experience working with ESL and/or international undergraduate students would be an asset.
Physical Demands Pay Grade APT 4 Salary Range $66,740.00 - $ 90,060.00 Annually Status Permanent Work Hours
8:15 a.m. – 4:30 p.m., Monday to Friday, on campus.

Work hours are dependent on program offerings. Saturday and evening availability may be required on a regular basis.
Duration (if Term/Temporary) Two positions: One 18-month term with the possibility of extension and/or becoming permanent, and one permanent position Full-Time/Part-Time Full Time Preference Posting No Preference Target Posting Not Targeted
Additional Information
Contact Information

Job Open Date
07/11/2025

Job Close Date
07/17/2025

Open Until Filled
No

Special Application Instructions
We know imposter syndrome can get in the way, but we truly value diverse perspectives. Don’t hesitate to apply—submit your application today!

Diversity Statement
The University of Regina is committed to an inclusive workplace that reflects the richness of the community that we serve. The University welcomes applications from all qualified individuals, including individuals within the University’s employment equity categories of women, persons with disabilities, members of visible minorities, Indigenous persons, individuals of diverse gender and ****** orientation and all groups protected by the Human Rights Code.