Job Title Academic Advisor Replacement Term SAC07 Academic Services VII FT or PT Full-time About the Department of Academic Advising While the Academic Advisor reports centrally through the Manager, Academic Advising, they work in collaboration with their assigned Faculty to ensure their advising practices align with both institutional standards and Faculty-specific needs. Advising is delivered in partnership with academic departments, and success in this role requires strong, trust-based relationships with Deans, Associate Deans, Chairs, and other Faculty leaders. The Academic Advisor must demonstrate respect for the values, priorities, and academic integrity of the Faculty, and adapt advising practices to support shared goals for student success. This collaborative approach ensures consistency in advising quality while remaining responsive to the unique contexts of each academic area. Academic Advising is a developmental process assisting students in the clarification of their educational goals and the implementation of an educational plan to realize these goals. Advisors play a key role in student retention, advising new and continuing students throughout their tenure at Mount Royal University. Advisors must be knowledgeable about all aspects of University programs, policies, procedures, services, dates and deadlines related to a student’s academic journey. Advisors engage in proactive, holistic, and inclusive advising practices that reflect qualified standards and contribute to a consistent advising experience across the University. Advisors are expected to work independently, exercise sound judgment, and demonstrate personal accountability to deliver highly effective academic advising. Membership in NACADA




- the Global Community for Academic Advising and/or the Canadian Association of College and University Student Services (CACUSS) is encouraged and the incumbent is expected to adhere to those Professional Advising Standards. This is a full-time replacement term position working 35 hours per week and expected to conclude December 2027, with the possibility of adjustment. Academic advising is a developmental process that plays a critical role in student retention and success. Through proactive, student-centered conversations, advisors empower students to make meaningful decisions, build personalized academic plans, and approach their education with clarity and confidence. Provide a wide scope of developmental advising and using different approaches support students through admissions, program selection, degree requirements and graduation. Establish rapport and trust through active listening, appropriate questioning, and supportive relationship-building. Help students clarify their academic, personal, and career goals and build personalized educational plans. Assist students in understanding and navigating institutional policies, procedures, and graduation requirements. mruGradU8, program planning guides, academic calendar, MRU website). Perform degree audits and monitor academic progress with a focus on proactive measures. Identify and proactively follow up with students at critical points in their academic journey (e.g., new students, those in difficulty, nearing graduation).



curriculum transitions, reinstatement, graduation exceptions) and recommend appropriate actions. Access and Inclusion Services, Student Learning Services, Financial Aid, Wellness) to address barriers to success. Maintain a deep and current understanding of academic programs, admission requirements, and curriculum structures. Maintain a collaborative relationship with the faculty and administrators within their Faculty to ensure seamless support to students, limit negative implications of curriculum changes, and to observe opportunities to enhance academic programs. Keep current with important dates and deadlines related to registration, fees, academic standing, and progression. Guide students in developing help-seeking behaviours, resilience, and self-advocacy. Participate in institutional events (e.g. orientation), and develop effective tools for outreach (e.g., This includes setting and maintaining appropriate boundaries, cultivating habits that support personal well-being, and building the resilience required to navigate emotionally complex work. Advisors are also expected to take ownership of their professional practice—actively engaging in continuous learning, reflecting on their approach to advising, and contributing to improvements in advising services that benefit both individual students and the broader advising community. Stay informed of best practices in academic advising and contribute to the continuous improvement of advising services. Actively engage in professional development activities to strengthen knowledge of advising theory, policy, and practice. Identify common student concerns, emerging themes, and curriculum-related questions and bring forward observat

📌 Academic Advisor or Advisor Senior (Canada)
🏢 Mount Royal University
📍 Canada