Position Information
Position Title
Academic Liaison
Position Summary
Red Deer Polytechnic currently inviting applications for two full-time, permanent Academic Liaison positions starting in June of 2023. The successful candidates will be working within the Donald School of Business, Science and Technology programs as well the Early Learning Child Care (ELCC) program in the School of Education and Trades. This position will report to the Director, International and work collaboratively with faculty and staff within the schools.
The Academic Liaison is a primary resource for students in the identified schools providing advice and guidance through their student lifecycle to connect with supports, as needed, in the institution. They serve as both an initiator and responder, helping students identify key milestones or steps they should achieve, and redirects students to resources of which they may be unaware. This role is designed to support the transition, progression, and retention of students and to ensure students have a positive experience at each step in their post-secondary career.
The Donald School of Business, Science and Technology (DSBST) and the School of Education and Trades at Red Deer Polytechnic are a growing, learner-centered community that advances the mission of Red Deer Polytechnic to strengthen and enrich the intellectual, economic, cultural, and social development of Central Alberta. The Schools contribute to the vitality and strength of Central Alberta through the development of graduates that work and excel in the region.
The Donald School of Business, Science and Technology (DSBST) and the School of Education and Trades at Red Deer Polytechnic are a growing, learner-centered community that advances the mission of Red Deer Polytechnic to strengthen and enrich the intellectual, economic, cultural, and social development of Central Alberta. The Schools contribute to the vitality and strength of Central Alberta through the development of graduates that work and excel in the region.
The DSBST and School of Education and Trades contributes to Red Deer Polytechnic’s comprehensive mix of programming, offering learners a range of credentials including certificates, post-diploma and graduate certificates, diplomas, university transfer programs, and degrees. We continue to evolve as a School, seeking opportunities to offer innovative new programs and credentials to serve our learners. Our priority is to deliver an exceptional learning environment for our students by focusing on excellence in teaching in learning and experiential opportunities both inside and outside the classroom that contribute to their future success.
Position Responsibilities
Responsibilities of the Academic Liaison include but are not limited to:
- Provide guidance and support to students, in a professional manner, on areas such as cultural adjustment for those new to Canada, and integration into the Polytechnic and local community for those new to higher education and Central Alberta
- Provide general program information to students as required
- Deploy intervention and retention strategies, in conjunction with the schools and campus support departments, when a student is on academic probation or identified as being at academic risk within a course or program
- Anticipate student needs, proactively respond to student requests, provide recommendations extending beyond a student’s initial request, and identify opportunities to enhance students’ problem solving and self-direction abilities
- Navigate students towards appropriate student supports/services and provide guidance on how to access these supports/services. (e.g. writing skills, reading supports, study supports, math supports, accessibility services, counselling service, stress and time management, etc.)
- Coordinate communications with all current students regarding enrolment management and student success with Student Connect Centre Advisors
- Advocate on the behalf of students, when necessary, and ensure all students are aware of their rights and responsibilities as an RDP student and as a member of the broader community
- Provide basic support navigating technology (I.e., Teams, Blackboard, etc.)
- Provide basic study supports for areas such as time management and stress management, etc.
- Assist in building an effective schedule for managing completion of assignments and studying for assessments
- Serve as a single point of contact for Faculty members wishing to direct students in academic difficulty to supports and services available on-campus
- Educate Faculty members on the various services and supports available to them in support of their students needing additional academic guidance
- Develop and lead school-based orientation activities in alignment with the broader Polytechnic New Student Orientation program
- Liaise with Student Success Division and Division of Strategic Enrolment Management to create an effective integrated support system for students within the school
- Compile and analyze statistics on student trends, issues, and success rates, identifying and providing suggestions for intervention strategies for students who may be at risk academically while ensuring compliance with FOIPP standards
Required Qualifications
- Two (2) years of post-secondary training, completion of a community college certificate in Business Administration, Office Administration, or equivalent
- Proficient in Microsoft Office 365, including SharePoint
- Ability to learn and adapt to new software programs
- Demonstrated ability to work successfully with diverse groups of people
- Ability to work both independently and in collaboration with a team
- Demonstrated ability to take initiative and proactively complete tasks
- Strong organizational and time management skills
- Ability to develop and maintain positive working relationships with all contacts internal and external to the Institution
- Experience preparing meeting agendas, minutes, letters and memos accurately
- Demonstrated effectiveness and clarity of verbal and written communication with excellent interpersonal communication skills and phone manners
Preferred Qualifications
- Four (4) year undergraduate degree, or three (3) year undergraduate degree plus one full additional year of university in a related program representing four years of study or equivalent.
- Experience using BlackBoard 9.1, Banner, Cognos would be an asset
- Current knowledge of the administration of a post-secondary educational institution would be an asset
Salary or Hourly?
Salary
Salary
$54,679 - $63,967 annually
Benefits and Compensation Information
Red Deer Polytechnic offers a comprehensive benefits package including extended health and dental care through Blue Cross, access to a health spending account, pension plan, Employee & Family Assistance Program, generous vacation allotments, credit tuition waivers and opportunities for professional development funding. Additional time off due to Institution closures between Christmas and New Year general holidays.
- Eligibility to access the above mentioned benefits dependent upon the AUPE Collective Agreement and related RDP policies.
About Red Deer Polytechnic
Focused on advancing the economic and social priorities of Alberta,
Red Deer Polytechnic (RDP) provides more than 80 industry-relevant programs within a breadth of credentials to approximately 6,300 credit and apprenticeship students and 3,400+ learners with Extended Education programming. With modern teaching and learning spaces, and state-of-the-art research and innovation centres in advanced manufacturing and energy innovation, the Polytechnic provides applied research opportunities, leadership in the social, economic, and cultural development of Alberta, and myriad lifelong learning opportunities.
Red Deer Polytechnic’s main campus is located on Treaty 7, Treaty 6 and Métis ancestral lands. This is where we will strive to honour and transform our relationships with one another.
Whatever brings you to Red Deer Polytechnic, we are glad you are here. And we look forward to having you as a valued member of our
polytechnic community.
Posting Detail Information
Competition Number
2023-A-043
Employment Type
Permanent Full-Time
Number of Vacancies
2
Desired Start Date
06/19/2023
Position End Date (if term-certain)
FTE
1.0
Hours of Work
8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday to Friday, 35 hours per week
Open Date
05/15/2023
Close Date
05/29/2023
Open Until Filled
No
Note to Applicant
To fulfill Red Deer Polytechnic’s mission to enrich the intellectual, economic, cultural, and social development of Central Alberta, people representing diverse perspectives and experiences are required. We welcome and encourage applications from Indigenous persons, Black and racialized persons, women,
persons with disabilities, persons with any sexual orientation, and persons of any gender identity or gender expression.
Red Deer Polytechnic will provide job applicants with accommodations in accordance with the Alberta Human Rights Code. To request an accommodation, please contact
Peopleandculture@rdpolytech.ca. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.
Special Instructions to Applicants
Required Documents
Optional Documents
- Cover Letter
- Resume
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