Academic Advisor & Recruiter

Who We Are

Simon Fraser University is a leading research university, advancing an inclusive and sustainable future. Our purpose – the essence of SFU – is to create and connect knowledge, learning and community for deeper understanding and meaningful impact. We are committed to fostering excellence, innovation, belonging and community in all that we do.

Founded in 1971, the Department of Archaeology has concentrated expertise in three areas – Archaeological and Environmental science, First Nations Heritage and Resource Management, and Biological Anthropology, including Forensic sciences. We offer undergraduate BA honours, major, minor and joint major programs, undergraduate Certificates in Cultural Resource Management and Biological Anthropology, MA, and PhD degrees.

About the Role

The Undergraduate Advisor/Recruiter provides advice to prospective and registered undergraduate students of the academic requirements for the Department of Archaeology in accordance with university, faculty, departmental, and program policies, procedures, and regulations. Reviews academic records and approves admission to Archaeology program and approves graduation applications. Coordinates the participation of staff, faculty and students in various events and activities and contributes to the development of innovative recruitment and retention programming for students. Develops and conducts presentations on campus and externally, at special events, to recruit students. Develops, implements and maintains the undergraduate recruiting communications profile of the Department of Archaeology, through print, web, electronic and other media. The Undergraduate Advisor/Recruiter provides information; conducts research; and develops materials to contribute to discussions and decision-making related to the undergraduate program, and to enhance and support student recruitment initiatives, enrolment, and retention efforts.

Full Job Description

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Archaeology, Indigenous Studies or Anthropology, and three years of experience in post-secondary program advising and registration services or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

• Excellent knowledge of strategic enrollment management.
• Advanced skills in the use of student information systems and software applications, such as database, spreadsheet, market and communications software (InDesign, Photoshop), presentation, web-writing and word processing applications.
• Demonstrated ability to develop a recruitment strategy.
• Ability to deal with distressed, demanding, emotionally upset, and/or angry students, which may involve handling outbursts from students, their parents, or their relatives.
• Ability to work occasional evenings and/or weekends to attend events on and off campus functions or events.
• Ability to travel within BC for public outreach and recruitment events, a driver’s licence and access to a vehicle is required.

What We Offer

At SFU, our goal is to ensure our people are valued and supported by promoting a healthy work-life balance, professional growth and development, as well as a safe and respectful workplace. We offer continuing employees who belong in the Administrative & Professional Staff Association (APSA):

• 4 weeks’ vacation (prorated for the first year)*
• Hybrid-work program for eligible positions
• Employer paid defined benefit pension plan
• On-campus tuition waiver for employees and their immediate family members*
• Off-campus tuition reimbursements and professional development funds*
• And more! View our benefits brochure

*Prorated for part-time employees

Additional Information

Please include your cover letter and resume in one attachment.

SFU is an equity employer and strongly encourages applications from all qualified individuals including women, Indigenous Peoples, visible minorities, people of all sexual orientations and gender identities, persons with disabilities, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of the university.

We are committed to facilitating accessibility within our application and interview processes. If you require any assistance or accommodations, please contact [email protected].