Student Affairs Officer

McGill University

$66K — $99K *
Education, Government & Non-Profit
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in a relevant field
  • 3 years of experience in Student Affairs or a related field
  • Fluency in English and French, both spoken and written
  • Strong organizational and supervisory skills
  • Experience with event organization and management

Responsibilities

  • Guide students on academic issues to enhance their education experience
  • Advise students and staff on various student and academic concerns
  • Supervise staff, evaluate assignments, and facilitate team meetings
  • Develop and implement policies supporting the strategic direction of Student Affairs
  • Participate in departmental committees and contribute professional expertise
  • Evaluate student records for graduation requirements and transfer credits
  • Authorize grade changes and manage academic appeals

Benefits

  • Work in a supportive team environment
  • Opportunity for professional development
  • Engagement in community-oriented initiatives
  • Access to university resources and events
  • Work-life balance through full-time hours
Full Job Description
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Position Summary:
Under the direction of the Administrative Manager, the Student Affairs Officer will be the resource person for student affairs related activities for the School of Nursing. This includes;

  • Provides guidance on academic issues to facilitate the pursuit of academic goals to ensure that Nursing students fully benefit from their student experience. Defers complex cases to faculty advisors.
  • Provide professional expertise and advice to students and staff on a variety of student and academic issues.
  • Supervise staff and evaluate progress of assignments and results. Facilitate and develop weekly meetings to keep team abreast in the day-to-day operation of the unit.
  • Participates in the development, and oversees implementation of policies and new initiatives that support the strategic direction of the Student Affairs Office in the School of Nursing.
  • Participates on several Departmental committees, provides professional expertise to working groups and committees.
  • Makes recommendations on solutions when appropriate; ensures efficient and effective implementation and execution in policy change and new initiatives through management of resources and continuous improvement.
  • Evaluates student records with regard to course and program requirements for graduation. Coordinates the assessment of transfer credit and credit equivalency.
  • Analyzes, selects and recommends candidates and advises with respect to convocation awards, student awards, prized and scholarships.
  • Authorizes all grade changes on behalf of the department. Responsible for approving deferred and supplemental exams, study away request, permit overrides and graduation approvals.
  • Review, analyse and make decisions on a variety of student affairs issues including registration issues, marks, course requirements, eligibility of credits, etc.
  • Review decisions regarding student academic appeals and correct where appropriate.
  • Write, review, update and develop publication material, including reference guides and supporting materials.
  • Represent the School of Nursing at Open House and various recruitment activities. Primary liaison for convocation, awards reception and other student related events.


Other Qualifying Skills and/or Abilities:
Proven experience with Student Affairs. Proven organizational skills and ability to prioritize and meet regular and on-going University and departmental academic deadlines. Demonstrated ability to supervise and lead staff. Attention to detail. Excellent customer service and listening skills, including the ability to advise students in difficult situations. Demonstrated sense of diplomacy and experience in dealing with highly sensitive and confidential information. Demonstrated experience with the organization of special events. Proven ability to work in a computerized environment using word processing, spreadsheets, and presentation software, including MS Office applications, Banner SIS and Minerva, databases, HTML and website maintenance. English and French, spoken and written.

Testing may be administered

Minimum Education and Experience:

Bachelor's Degree 3 Years Related Experience /

Annual Salary:

(MPEX Grade 04) $66,190.00 - $82,740.00 - $99,290.00

Job Profile:
MPEX-SAF2D - Student Affairs - Professional 2

Hours per Week:

33.75 (Full time)

Supervisor:

Manager Administration

Position End Date (If applicable):

2027-08-31

Deadline to Apply:

2026-08-05

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