Job Description

Job Number: J0424-0341Job Title: Enrolment Advisor (APP D)Job Type: Appendix D - Support StaffLocation: Sarnia, Ontario, CanadaJob Category: Support StaffClosing Date: April 15, 2024Department: Marketing, Communications & RecruitmentReporting Manager: Associate Director, Marketing & RecruitmentSalary: $35.06/HourLocated on the beautiful homeland that is the traditional territory of the Ojibwe, Potawatomi and Odawa Nations, for over 50 years, Lambton College has been a ground-breaking institution. Lambton College is a national leader in applied research, teaching methodologies, experiential learning opportunities and future-facing educational innovations. With 13,000+ students from 20 countries around the world, two main campuses in Sarnia, Ontario, and a growing roster of more than 90 diploma, certificate and degree programs, Lambton College offers students flexible learning options with a broad range of programs and courses that incorporate elements of classroom, mobile, hybrid and accelerated educational alternatives.Lambton College currently ranks third overall in Canada, and second overall in Ontario for Research in addition to maintaining a ranking within the top 4 Colleges for Research in Canada for seven straight years.At Lambton College, we\'re proud of where we have been, but more importantly, where we are going, together. With Caring and Vitality as two of our core values at Lambton College, you know you\'ll be joining a team of passionate and fun colleagues.About the Position:This is a temporary, full time support staff position replacing a bargaining unit employee. This position will start as soon as possible and end August 31, 2025. Working 35 hours per week at an hourly rate of $35.06, reporting to the Associate Director, Marketing & Recruitment.This position helps to achieve enrolment by promoting Lambton College as the higher learning institution of choice for prospective students. The incumbent is responsible for being knowledgeable in all programs and services to inform, recruit, market and advise prospective students and target audiences on programs to market all that Lambton College has to offer. This position helps to support enrolment targets by securing the best possible applicant pool for selection into all programs through the implementation of tactics in the Annual Recruitment Plan.This role will require the flexibility to travel extensively during peak recruitment seasons, typically September through December and March through May each year to fulfill these responsibilities effectively.The successful candidate will be required to show proof of a valid Ontario driver\'s license, as well as provide a recent & up to date Vulnerable Sector Check as their own expense.Specific Accountabilities:Prospective Student Engagement, Advising & Support:

• Engage with prospective students to provide advising and support in their academic decision-making process.
• Offer program advising sessions to help students select suitable programs based on their interests and objectives.
• Conduct campus tours to provide firsthand experiences and foster a sense of belonging within the college community.
• Promote the college to high school students through extensive travel, visiting various institutions and sharing information about programs and career paths.
• Organize events such as SHSM Days and College Information Sessions to engage with potential students and introduce them to the college.

Stakeholder Engagement:

• Identify and develop relationships with prospective institutions, including secondary and post-secondary schools, community organizations, and businesses.
• Maintain connections with key partners and influencers to stay informed about trends and issues relevant to enrollment.
• Provide information about Lambton College programs, services, and opportunities to prospective institutions on an ongoing basis.
• Participate in joint initiatives with prospective institutions and serve on recruitment committees.
• Represent the college at events such as the Ontario College Dialogues to provide comprehensive information to guidance counselors and stakeholders.

Admin & Event Coordination:

• Support the coordination and development of the team\'s Fall Outreach Schedule to maximize recruitment efforts.
• Support & contribute to training for team members, including student ambassadors, on college programs and services.
• Support to plan and execute events such as Application Sessions, and Tour Days to attract prospective students.
• Support the planning and execution of Open House and College Information Session events.
• Utilize Salesforce software to efficiently manage potential leads through the enrollment funnel.

Qualifications:

• Minimum 2 year post secondary diploma in Marketing, Business, Recruitment, Public Relations or Communications
• Minimum of 3-5 years of recent related work experience in recruitment, marketing/public relations/sales environment with a focus on deadline oriented multi-tasking experience and event management.
• Valid Ontario Drivers License
• Ability to secure a Vulnerable Sector Check
• Demonstrates persuasive public speaking experience, with attention to diction.
• Demonstrates experience in strategizing, coordinating and evaluating a successful marketing campaign.
• Demonstrated customer service skills.
• Experience in working with youth (16-25 years of age).
• Sound knowledge of current technology including PowerPoint, internet research, Excel, Access and Word.
• Highly developed analytical skills to understand and synthesize complex information and data from a wide variety of sources to identify opportunity and develop appropriate recruitment strategies.
• Solid understanding of many levels of provincial education, current as well as career, labour market, economic and social trends.
• Well developed organizational skills when dealing with marketing projects/special events.
• Well developed English writing and speaking skills, to be able to come to an agreement on objectives, plans and strategies with both internal and external groups.
• Excellent customer service, sales, interpersonal and organizational skills are required.
• The ability to work independently, to establish and meet priorities and exercise good judgement.

Lambton College is committed to an inclusive, barrier-free selection process. If contacted regarding this competition, please advise the interview coordinator of accommodation measures you may require during our selection process. Information received relating to accommodation needs of applicants will be addressed confidentially.We thank all applicants for their interest and wish to advise that only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.Lambton College is an equal opportunity employer seeking to live its values in all we do. We are committed to taking proactive steps to provide and create opportunities for historically marginalized groups. We seek applicants who will strengthen our commitment to diversity, equality, and inclusion. We strongly encourage the following qualified candidates: women, Indigenous peoples, racialized people, persons with disabilities, and those who identify as 2SLGBTQ+ to consider working with and for Lambton College.
We recognize that structural barriers shape experiences and job qualifications, and therefore we seek to use employment equity to differentiate between candidates who meet the required qualifications; and encourage people to apply even if they feel that the position would be a stretch.Employee Perks:Lambton College provides a wide range of exciting opportunities for both unionized and non-unionized positions with competitive total compensation packages, wages and benefits.Investing in our People:Lambton College is committed to the personal and professional growth of all our employees. Employees of Lambton College are incredibly valued and part of a transformative adventure. They enjoy an engaging and vibrant culture where they are encouraged to realize their full potential via development opportunities and accessible, supportive employee wellness initiatives.Lifetime Retirement Pension - Defined Benefit Pension Plan:Our employee benefit package includes a defined benefit pension to help you create a secure future. The CAAT Pension Plan provides you with a predictable lifetime retirement income, survivor benefits, early retirement options, and more without the stress of making investment decisions. CAAT makes it easy for you to build stable, secure retirement income while you work.

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