STUDENT SUCCESS SPECIALIST, Student Success Centre, Competition #OR-22-05, Orillia, ON

STUDENT SUCCESS SPECIALIST

Orillia Campus

Student Success Centre

Full-Time, Permanent

Competition #OR-22-05

Under the direction of the Director, Student Success, the Student Success Specialist (SSS) will provide opportunities for students to participate in the Lakehead community and support students in discovering, planning for, and achieving academic and career goals.

The SSA will oversee a variety of student success programs, events, and supports that contribute to the overall retention rates of the University while improving student experience and satisfaction. The role has specific responsibilities relating to orientation and transition programming, student success advising, career supports, leadership development, and other student engagement services.

QUALIFICATIONS

•           Post-secondary degree in a related field;

•           3 years of related experience, ideally within a post-secondary environment;

•           Demonstrated problem-solving skills and judgment in dealing with difficult and sensitive issues;

•           Excellent communication, interpersonal, and relationship-building skills;

•           Excellent organization, multi-tasking, and prioritization skills;

•           Ability to further the culture of equity, diversity, and inclusion at Lakehead University;

•           Knowledge of services available to students and understanding of the student life cycle, and student development theory;

•           Ability to work well in a team and independently;

•           Passion for student leadership development;

•           Knowledge of budget monitoring, risk management, and event planning;

•           Experience in marketing and communications for events and information campaigns;

•           Knowledge of services available to students and the student life cycle; and,

•           Experience adopting new technologies, including office, event and social media applications.

Interested applicants are invited to submit a single PDF document, quoting competition #OR-22-05, including a cover letter and resume customized to the position to:

Office of Human Resources

Orillia Academic Building

500 University Ave.

Email:  careers@lakeheadu.ca

We appreciate your interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be notified.

Lakehead University is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and welcomes applications from all qualified individuals including women, racialized persons, Indigenous people, persons with disabilities and other equity-seeking groups. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority.  This is in accordance with Canadian immigration requirements.

Lakehead University is committed to supporting an accessible environment. Applicants requiring accommodation during the interview process should contact the Office of Human Resources at (807) 343.8334 or human.resources@lakeheadu.ca to make appropriate arrangements.