Academic Adviser

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The University of Ottawa—A crossroads of cultures and ideas

The University of Ottawa is home to a dynamic community of over 50,000 students, faculty and staff, who live, work and study in both French and English. Our campus is a crossroad of cultures and ideas, where bold minds come together to inspire game-changing ideas. We believe in the power of representation, and that increasing the diversity of our faculty and staff supports this objective. Our goal is to provide students with the best possible learning experience, in an environment that reflects the diversity of its people, their ideas, and their identities.

We are one of Canada’s top 10 research universities—our professors and researchers explore new approaches to today’s challenges. One of a handful of Canadian universities ranked among the top 200 in the world, we attract exceptional thinkers and welcome diverse perspectives from across the globe. Our employees come together around the shared purpose of constant improvement, personal development, service excellence, teamwork and a passion for learning with a desire to make uOttawa and the world a better place. Everyone's contributions are valued, we all play a part in making uOttawa a world-class institution. Most importantly, we make it possible for you to achieve your full potential. Because at uOttawa, you belong
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About the Common Law Section of the Faculty of Law

Over the past 20 years, the Common Law Section of the Faculty of Law at the University of Ottawa has become a national and global leader in many fields. We are the only law school to offer a common law degree in both English and French, and our Faculty is one of the most accomplished in the country. We are an engaged Faculty and we have a strong culture of public engagement. We also have a strong bond with the legal community in Ottawa and a special relationship with the Supreme Court of Canada.

We are leaders -- leaders in research, leaders in the profession and leaders in our community. On any given day, members of our Faculty may be seen testifying before a Parliamentary committee, providing expert commentary in the media or contributing to public policy debates on the issues of the day. We are the most-cited law faculty in the national media. Through our dedication we have built strong experiential learning opportunities for our students where our students have unparalleled access to, and interaction with, the highest judges in the land to help foster an inclusive and high-quality student experience.

**Position purpose**:
Reporting to the Academic Administrator advises and orients students in their program and course selection, determining their needs and fostering their success, integration and academic progress. Approves requests related to students’ academic progress. Manages operations related to academic processes (scholarships, national and international exchanges, letters of permission, etc.). Offers expert advice to academic assistants, undergraduate studies administrators, the academic administrator and the manager, academic affairs.

**In this role, your responsibilities will include**:
Advises and informs potential clients, as well as students, about programs of study, academic regulations and other academic requirements, to determine needs and build the type of trust that fosters student retention and success.

Assesses students at risk and determines problems. Meets these students, establishes an action plan and provides advice and guidance. As needed, refers them to the manager, equity and academic success, to determine the best approach or solution to help them advance in their program.

At the end of each term, analyzes academic performance and approves measures to be taken (promotion, probation, mandatory withdrawal) in accordance with academic regulations. Monitors students whose files aren’t compliant with Faculty or University regulations.

Ensures that files of newly-admitted students (transfers, National Committee on Accreditation) are in order. Revises and corrects them as needed in collaboration with the admissions office, to ensure students advance through the program.

**What you will bring**:
In-depth knowledge of postsecondary studies and law programs in Canada and abroad

In-depth knowledge of policies, procedures, regulations and academic processes normally acquired through a university education or equivalent experience

Experience in assessing academic files, with ability to identify problems and suggest solutions

Experience in assisting clients with academic matters

Experience in student academic orientation

Experience in interpreting and explaining regulations

Experience in managing and coordinating projects

Experience in writing in both of the University’s official languages

Strong organizational skills with ability to work under press