Student Advocacy Assistant

2 weeks ago


Burnaby, Canada Alexander College Full time

**POSITION OVERVIEW**: The Student Advocacy Assistant works in conjunction with the Student Advocacy Officers, Student Affairs Division, Dean’s Office, Registrar’s Office, Faculty and other staff to administer the school’s policies and advocate for students through the use of appeals for various processes throughout the College.

**WHY JOIN US**:

- Group extended health, dental, and life benefits
- Health and Wellness counselling sessions for staff and faculty
- Employee engagement events and activities
- Facilities: Brand new campus and office space that emphasizes a culture of environmentally friendly practices. Secure bike lockers and shower.
- Supportive, friendly, and encouraging team of people

**WHO WE ARE**: Alexander College is a private post-secondary institution serving approximately 4,000 students every year. Students choose to study at Alexander College to complete their Associate of Arts or Science degree or take a variety of University Transfer courses. We strive for excellence in higher education for students from many cultural backgrounds and language abilities by providing university transfer courses and degree programs, individual support services, and campus activities to foster local and global community engagement.

**REQUIREMENTS**:

- Minimum of 1 year work experience in a post-secondary institution is an asset but not a requirement
- Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree, educational background in Criminology or Psychology is an asset
- Superior oral and written communication skills
- Detail oriented with the ability to meet deadlines
- Strong ability to take initiative and complete tasks as assigned
- Strong familiarity with Microsoft Office
- Excellent time-management skills
- Strong ability to communicate easily and fluidly through technology and social media

**RESPONSIBILITIES**:

- Receive and File Appeals Related to Student Advocacy
- Screen student appeal requests to ensure there is sufficient evidence
- Oversee Scheduling for Student Advocacy Related Interventions
- Coordinate and schedule meetings between students, the Dean’s Office, and Registrar’s Officer in relation to processes regarding misconduct, appeals, expulsions, accommodations, etc.
- Promote Advocacy and Administrative Processes throughout the College
- Be the point of contact for students inquiring about the appeals process
- Present at New Student Orientation
- Perform Chegg and Course Hero takedowns for faculty

**HOW TO APPLY**:
Other titles for this role: Student Appeals, Student Life, Student Services, Student Affairs, Student Life Ambassador,

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

**Benefits**:

- Company events
- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- RRSP match
- Vision care

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Burnaby, BC: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

**Education**:

- Bachelor's Degree (preferred)

**Experience**:

- similar: 1 year (preferred)

Work Location: One location


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