Academic Advisor, Psychology (Part Time)

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Post End Date:

April 9, 2026 at 11:59 PMThis job advertisement is to fill an existing vacancy in the Administrative Professional (Employee Group)

Please note: This is an ongoing, part time, hours/week position.

About the Role:

Reporting to the Chair, Psychology, the Academic Advisoris responsible foradvising Psychology majors in all streamsandlevels on program requirements. Theincumbent willmonitorthe academic progress of students in Psychology Undergraduate programs, including transfer students, internationalstudentsand those minoring in Psychology.

TheAcademic Advisorwill:

• Perform student academicadvisingfor undergraduate students in the assigned programs by informing current, transfer, international and prospective students, as well as students minoring in the program,regardingall Faculty programs and services;

• Create and student program plans, including courseselectionand program/Faculty/University requirements;

• Inform students about prerequisite requirements and course restrictions and introducing them to the advising services available to them;

• Manageadvisingappointments, both virtually and in-person, opening appointment times and tracking student requests and inquiries;

• Maintain related advising notes/files, complete related documentation, and compose related correspondence;

• Monitor the progress of students at risk academically, provide guidance on resources and make referrals to increase the likelihood of student success;

• Inform the Associate Dean of student requests (for course overload, context creditexceptions, maximum/minimum credit level requirements, students in crisis, programdevelopment, etc.);

• Maintain strong knowledge of academic calendar, academic regulations, Faculty Handbook and other policies, timelines and important dates as needed;

• Attend student recruitment events including the Ontario Universities’ Fair, Fall Preview Day, Spring OpenHouseand others as neededrepresentingthe assigned programs/Faculty and/or office;

• Provide insight to Academic Review Committee for proposals (having major impact to program modifications, curriculum planning, Undergraduate Program Committee (UPC) submissions, articulation agreements, college transfers, etc.);

• Participate in and contribute to department/faculty-wide meetings, curriculum committees, other sub-committee meetings, or retreats asrequested.

KeySkills andExperience:

• An undergraduate degree in a relateddiscipline. Theequivalent combination of education and experience would be considered;

• Experience with academic advising in a post-secondary environment;

• Knowledge of academic advising, including advising models, theories, and techniques, and counselling theories;

• Understanding of the undergraduate course calendar, course offerings, prerequisites, and class scheduling for the program;

• Knowledge of University programs,servicesand systems;

• Understanding of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act;

• Knowledge of computer software and systems including MS Office and competency with spreadsheets, word processing, database applications,emailand web applications;

• Strong active listening, verbal, written, and interpersonal skills;

• Ability to coach, mentor, and motivate students;

• Ability toidentifyand appropriately refer studentsdeemedto be at-risk;

• Ability to interact effectively with persons from diverse backgrounds;

• Excellent creative problem solving, organizational and multi-tasking skills;

• Excellent prioritization and record keeping abilities.

Preferred or Asset Skills:

• Degree in Psychology;

• Having experienced a non-linear path or a challenging experience with academics.

SalaryandTotal Rewards:

• Job GradeJ, Salary Scale ($56,503-$91,627);

• Target Hiring Range:$56,503-$60,000,pro rated to reflect part time hours

• Thisis a permanent, part time position thatincludes:

• Health & Dental Benefits:Comprehensive extended health, dental, and vision coverage.

• Pension Plan:Enrollment eligibility in the Brock University Pension Plan.

• Vacation:Up to 3 weeks per year, in addition to university holidays.

• Professional Development:Eligibility for the Brock Tuition Waiver Program.

We are committed to offering flexible work arrangements where possible as outlined in our . As a student-centered organization, all employees are required to work on campus as needed.

Brock University is committed to creating a respectful and equitable workplace. We strive to foster a culture of diversity and inclusion in our work and learning environments. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals and actively encourage applications from women, people with disabilities, members of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community, Indigenous Peoples, people who identify as Black, African and/or Caribbean, as racialized and/or as from ethnic and cultural minority groups, and other underrepresented demographic groups at Brock and in the Niagara region. Brock also recognizes intersectionality and the interconnected identities, histories, and experiences of these aforementioned groups.

We are committed to inclusive and barrier-free recruitment, and we accommodate the needs of applicants throughout all stages of the recruitmentprocess, as outlined in ourand consistent with the requirements of the Ontario Human Rights contact if you require a disability related accommodation so we can ensure your participation needs are met.

Brock University does not use AI Technology at any stage of the recruitment process.

We appreciate all applications received. Candidates that are selected for an interview will be contacted.

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