Student Access Advisor (Internal Posting)

Job Summary

Student Affairs is a collection of integrated units that collaborates with faculty, staff and students to enhance the student experience. We promote an inclusive, holistic and student-centric approach to learning and academic success and act as a professional resource in the delivery of evidence-based student enrolment, wellness, development and academic support programs and services. Reporting to the Manager, Student Accessibility Centre, the Student Access Advisor facilitates full and inclusive access to the campus community through student accommodation planning and implementation, educational initiatives, and collaboration with multiple stakeholders. Utilizing an equity-mindedness approach, the Student Access Advisor assists students in reducing or removing barriers (physical, attitudinal, technological, or systemic) to their on-campus living and/or learning environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide 1-1 advising support to facilitate student access to academic courses and programs, facilities, services, and activities.
• Identify classroom, exam and other accommodations co-op) to reduce barriers to student learning.
• Develop and ensure student accessibility plans reflect the university’s duty to accommodate.
• Gather information and consult with faculty (including Associate/Assistant Deans, Program Coordinators, School Directors) and others to implement student accessibility plans.
• Manage and problem-solve complex student case files.
• Identify when and with whom to implement appropriate crisis management and intervention responses, demonstrating awareness of on and off-campus resources and processes.

Note

Hours of work may fluctuate based on student demand. Ability to work a flexible schedule including days, evenings, and some weekend assignments may be required.

Applications for this position are restricted to current employees of Dalhousie University as described in the .

Due to operational requirements, the successful applicant is required to work in-person on campus.

Required Qualifications

• Master’s degree in a relevant field with approximately five years’ related experience working with students (or an equivalent combination of training and experience).
• Previous experience in either human rights advocacy, student advising, and/or disability support.
• Demonstrated understanding of issues related to access, equity and inclusion.
• Demonstrated ability to exercise tact and sound judgment with various stakeholders such as students, staff, faculty, and parents.
• Demonstrated ability to adapt and respond positively to changing conditions, priorities, and technologies.

Assets

• Experience working with students in a post-secondary setting.

Job Competencies

The successful candidate is expected to demonstrate proficiency in Dalhousie’s core and leadership competencies in particular:

- Respect & Inclusion
- Adaptability
- Knowledge & Thinking Skills
- Communication
- Service

Additional Information

Dalhousie University supports a healthy and balanced lifestyle. Our total compensation package includes a defined benefit pension plan, health and dental plans, a health spending account, an employee and family assistance program and a tuition assistance program.

Application Consideration

Applications for this position are restricted to current employees of Dalhousie University as described in the .

We sincerely appreciate all applications and note that only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted directly by the hiring department or People and Culture.

Diversity Statement

Dalhousie University commits to achieving inclusive excellence through continually championing equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility. The university encourages applications from Indigenous Peoples of Turtle Island (especially Mi’kmaq), persons of Black/African descent (especially African Nova Scotians), and members of other racialized groups, persons with disabilities, women, persons identifying as members of 2SLGBTQIA+ communities, and all candidates who would contribute to the diversity of our community. In accordance with our Employment Equity Policy, preference will be given in hiring processes to candidates who self-identify as members of one or more of the equity-deserving groups listed above.