Student Services Associate (Temporary)

Reporting to Manager Service Excellence the Student Service Associate (SSA) is the initial touchpoint or first point of contact for Sheridan community members (including prospects students alumni faculty and staff) and guests. The primary focus of the role is to provide an exceptional level of service with the goal of enhancing the student experience. This front-facing Tier 1 role is responsible for answering questions and resolving general inquiries by providing the appropriate information/solution or following the tier 2 escalation process. The SSA supports a diverse range of interactions including In-Person Support / Service Hubs (with queue management system) Virtual Multichannel Support (i.e. phones live chats social media) as well as Service Development and Knowledge Management support.

Through an integrated service model the Tier 1 staff acts as the centralized point of contact for both the Office of the Registrar and Student Affairs portfolios. As such SSAs provide consistent efficient and accurate Tier 1 support for admissions events registration/records fees/payments financial aid/awards student services and supports.

What Youll Be Doing

• Establishing a positive first point of contact experience for all visitors to the Service Hub;
• Providing front-line in-person professional customer service to support a seamless experience;
• Guiding students through Sheridan processes (i.e. registration fee payment) and systems (i.e. SIS booking systems);
• Maintaining accurate case records of all prospect interactions in the Customer Relationship Management (CRM) database for future recruitment initiatives;
• Possessing in-depth knowledge of Sheridans programs processes workflows and services;
• Reviewing student record (SIS) to gather additional insight on student status question or issue;
• Assisting in accessing Tier 2 support via self-service appointment booking or direct referral in queue;
• Making appropriate and timely referrals to other areas of the College (i.e. Faculty Onecard
• Library Security etc.);
• Investigating and trouble-shooting student record anomalies regarding admission registration graduation fees etc.;
• Maintaining the highest standards in regard to confidentially enforcing the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (FIPPA) and Ontario Student Assistance Program (OSAP) standards;
• Providing multichannel support to meet varying communication preferences;
• Providing phone and live chat support for those seeking real-time assistance with their question or concern;
• Monitoring reviewing tagging and responding to social media channels;
• Supporting in the creation of training manuals how-to guides standard operating procedures and troubleshooting documentation;
• Providing feedback to leadership on trends/patterns/streamlining processes;
• Initiating proactive student outreach/campaigns with the leadership as needed;
• Recommending workflow improvements for digital systems (i.e. chatbot);
• Reviewing recurring questions and/or issues causing friction or pain points in the student experience;
• Performing other related duties as assigned.

About You

You have the skills and knowledge to work with an increasingly diverse student and staff population as well as a proven commitment to anti-oppression equity and inclusion.

You have a highly collaborative spirit and interpersonal skills with the ability to work with others to support establishing and achieving collective goals.

You are a student/client-centered individual with a passion for facilitating student success and enhancing the student experience.

You have excellent written and verbal communication skills and ability to present to diverse audiences and communities.

The successful candidate will also meet the following requirements:

• 2-year Diploma in Social Sciences Business Public Relations or related field;
• Minimum 2 years of experience in an educational or business customer service environment (or an equivalent combination of relevant education and experience);
• Demonstrated computer skills and experience in the Microsoft Suite website content management social media platforms database management (creating updating and report generating) Customer Relationship Management is preferred;
• Fluency in a second language other than English is also preferred;
• A commitment to the principles of empowerment integration and inclusion and demonstrated skills and ability in the following are required:
  • Experience providing service to diverse populations including international individuals;
  • Responding to client needs in a sensitive and positive manner;
  • Maintaining a high degree of confidentiality.

Who We Are

Every member of the Sheridan community is passionate about the transformational role we play in peoples lives. Our strategic plan Sheridan 2027: Forging the Future ( charts a path towards a new ground-breaking model of higher education that reshapes post-secondary education and better prepares students for the future. We are committed to demonstrably advancing equity diversity and inclusivity. Diversity is our strength and fuels our commitment to excellence. Across our campuses were making meaningful strides towards developing an equitable and inclusive community.

• For more information visit: Why Work at Sheridan

Other Details
Faculty/Department: Student Affairs
Primary Work/Campus Location: HMC (may be assigned activities at any Sheridan campus)
Work Categorization: Resident Position Fully on-site 5 days/week
Reference #: J0126-0644
Employee Group: Support Staff Temporary
Type of Vacancy: This is a replacement position
Payband: F
Hourly Range: $32.10 - $37.04
Hours/Week: 35
Hours: 8:30 am 4:30 pm
Application Details: This is a temporary position that may continue until April 30 2027
Application Deadline:February 19 2026

First Nations peoples have lived on this part of Turtle Island for millennia stewarding the land the water and all that contributes to life in this region. Today the culture and presence of First Nations Inuit and Metis peoples enrich the lands and people of this territory.

Over two centuries ago the Mississauga people welcomed settlers to this territory providing sustenance and engaging in trade and commerce. Between 1781 to 1820 eight treaties were signed with the Mississaugas of the Credit First Nation who opened their territory to settlement. Today Sheridan campuses are located on Treaty 14 also known as the Head of the Lake Purchase of 1806 and Treaty 22 and 23 of 1820.

Treaty history is foundational and it is our collective responsibility to honour the land as we honour and respect those who have gone before us those who are here and those who have yet to come. We are grateful for the opportunity to be learning working and thriving on this land and we commit to learn the truth and be active in the process of reconciliation.

Sheridan values the diverse and intersectional identities of its students faculty and staff. Sheridan regards equity and diversity as an integral part of academic excellence and is committed to accessibility for all employees. Sheridan seeks applicants who embrace our values of equity anti-racism and inclusion. As such we encourage applications from qualified candidates who have been historically disadvantaged and marginalized including those who identify as First Nations Métis and/or Inuit/Inuk Black members of racialized communities persons with disabilities women and/or 2SLGBTQ.

Sheridan will provide job applicants with accommodation in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. To request accommodation please contact Human Resources.

You may be asked to provide copies of your educational credentials at the time of interview. Upon hire we require official confirmation of educational credentials and Canadian equivalency assessments if applicable.