Fairleigh Dickinson University
Administration/Managerment

Academic Advisor- Vancouver

Deadline
Apr 11, 2027
Closing in 174 days
Location
N/A
United States
Employment
Permanent
Full time
Reference
N/A
Posted Oct 13, 2026

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Academic Advisor- Vancouver

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Posting Details

Posting Details (Default Section)
Job Title: Academic Advisor- Vancouver
Campus: Vancouver, British Columbia Canada
Department: Campus Executive Office-Vancouver
Hiring Manager: Arlette Hernandez
Hiring Manager Title: Director of Enrollment Services
College:
Position Type: Professional Administrative
Grade:
FLSA: Exempt
Faculty Rank:
Salary: 68,000 - 70,000 CAD
General Benefits
Status: Full-Time
Months Worked: 12 Month
Job Summary: The Academic Advisor performs a variety of diversified administrative services that support initiatives to improve student success and retention. The Academic Advisor will focus on academic planning for probationary, incoming new and in-program graduate and undergraduate students for Vancouver Campus programs. This position will report to the Deputy Vancouver Campus Executive but will work under the direction of Vancouver Campus academic program directors and coordinators in matters of program or academic policy. The incumbent will also coordinate with the directors of units such as marketing and recruitment, admissions, enrolment services, and student services, as appropriate.
Required Qualifications: 1. Undergraduate degree, preferably in a discipline related to student services or to FDU-Vancouver Campus programs, or equivalent related work experience. 
 
2. Prior experience in an academic environment, preferably in student advising, registration, admissions, or recruitment. 
 
3. Strong written communication and interpersonal skills. 
 
4. Strong organizational skills and attention to detail. 
 
5. Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel and Access. Familiarity with Ellucian Colleague (Student/Academic Planning) or similar student information system is an asset. 
 
6. Ability to effectively mentor young adults and mature adults in making appropriate educational choices. 
 
7. Must be available to work non-standard hours as required, including occasional evenings and Saturdays. 
 
8. Proficiency in a second language is an asset. 
 
9. Canadian residency or work permit required. 
 
10. Employment is contingent upon a satisfactory background check. Candidates for hire will be required to sign a waiver authorizing the background check and produce a Social Insurance Number.
Preferred Qualifications:
Hours Worked 35 hours
Posting Date: 10/07/2026
Special Instructions to Applicants:
Application Types Accepted: Application for Employment

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

  1. Are you legally eligible for employment in Canada? Verification will be required upon employment.
    • Yes
    • No
  2. Please indicate your Canadian employment status
    • Canadian Citizen
    • Permanent Resident
    • Not Applicable

Required Documents

Required Documents
  1. Resume
  2. Cover Letter
Optional Documents

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