Job Description

Future Students Office

Term, Full-time

February 2026 to September 2026

Internal applicants from CUPE Local 3799 will be given priority consideration.

Reporting to the Manager, Future Students Office, the Future Student Liaison represents and promotes UNBC and its facilities, services, and awards & financial aid for the purpose of encouraging enrolment. The Future Student Liaison is a member of a highly motivated and professional Future Students team that is involved in recruitment planning, strategic development, and the implementation of approved activities. The Future Student Liaison will assist with market research and data analysis that informs recruitment planning and the development of effective recruitment strategies. The Future Student Liaison's primary responsibility is for national undergraduate recruitment; however, the Future Student Liaison may be involved in international, and graduate student recruitment, as required.

Responsibilities

Various recruitment methods will be utilized including: face-to-face presentations, email, the web, social networking sites, and other emerging technologies. As the critical link in establishing access to educational opportunities at UNBC, the Future Student Liaison will develop relationships with prospective students to assist them in reaching their academic and career goals. The Future Student Liaison will communicate information to the broadest possible audience regarding programs, awards and financial aid, housing, and other facilities and services.


Duties include but are not limited to:


Inspiring and motivating prospective Indigenous students to consider The University of Northern British Columbia as their post-secondary institution; Providing in-depth responses to questions and concerns about all aspects of UNBC at all of our campuses, including inquiries regarding the lifestyle in northern British Columbia; Developing and executing recruitment strategies, in consultation with the Manager, Future Students Office, to support the University's enrolment goals; Reviewing and evaluating enrolment data and recruitment activities from prior years in order to make recommendations on future activities; Representing UNBC in a professional manner during all public outreach and university exposure events; Assisting with course planning for first-year students by informing and guiding students through the understanding process of completing degree requirements, empowering them to learn how to register for courses; Acting as agent of referral to UNBC admissions, on-campus services, partner institutions, as well as other admissions offices at post-secondary institutions; and Extensive travel to attend education fairs, and to visit high schools and colleges.

Qualifications

The position requires the incumbent to hold a valid Class 5 BC Driver's License, suitable transportation, a clear Criminal Records Check, and must hold (or be eligible to hold) a valid passport.


The successful candidate will possess an undergraduate degree (preference will be given to a holder of a UNBC Baccalaureate Degree), together with a minimum of two years of directly related experience in student recruitment and academic advising. An equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.


An equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.


Relevant experience will demonstrate:


Understanding of university structures, policies, and procedures and knowledge of BC colleges, institutions, and university programs and services; Understanding of the student life cycle from recruitment to graduation; Demonstrated ability to build and develop relationships; Tact and sensitivity handling complex and critical student situations; Knowledge of UNBC programs, courses, and services; and Working knowledge of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (FIPPA).

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Knowledge and practice of cross-cultural, inclusive relationship-building at the academic and community level; Awareness of post-secondary education initiatives, programs and transformative practices in support of Indigenous and rural education and student success; Outstanding interpersonal and promotional skills, including experience speaking with diverse audiences; Demonstrated ability to develop and give effective, inspiring presentations to audiences. Excellent written communication skills, including the ability to convey information and personalized messaging well, through formal correspondence as well as social media to both internal and external stakeholders; Proficiency in the Microsoft Office Suite; A high degree of initiative, organization and time management skills, and creative problem-solving abilities, coupled with a strong orientation toward teamwork; and Working knowledge and experience working with a Student Information System is an asset.

Salary

This position has been classified at a Grade 9. The annual salary range for this position is $70,215.60 to $ 73,127.60 and the normal starting salary will be $70,215.60, $70,014.05, pro-rated based on length of term and hours worked.


UNBC offers excellent benefit packages, and employee training and development opportunities. For more details, please see:

http://www.unbc.ca/human-resources/employee-benefits


Normal hours of work will be 8:30am - 4:30pm, Monday through Friday.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Employment Equity

The University of Northern British Columbia is fully committed to creating and maintaining an equitable, diverse, and inclusive environment that is accessible to all. We are devoted to ensuring a welcoming, safe, and inclusive campus free from harassment, bullying, and discrimination. This commitment is woven into our motto and mission. In the Dakelh language, UNBC's motto 'En Cha Huna translates to "they also live" and means respect for all living things. Through the respect for all living things, we are able to grow and learn better together, each bringing our own unique individual differences and contributions to inspire leaders for tomorrow by influencing the world today.


Employment equity requires that we remove barriers and overcome both direct and indirect discrimination. In this way, the pool of excellent candidates increases substantially. We encourage applications from members of groups that have been marginalized on any grounds enumerated under the B.C. Human Rights Code, including sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, racialization, disability, political belief, religion, marital or family status, age, and/or status as a First Nation, Metis, Inuit, or Indigenous person.

About UNBC

Since its founding in 1990, the University of Northern British Columbia (UNBC) has emerged as one of Canada's best small research-intensive universities, with a passion for teaching, discovery, people, and the North. UNBC's excellence is derived from community-inspired research, hands-on learning, and alumni who are leading change around the world.


Since time immemorial, Indigenous peoples have walked gently on the diverse traditional territories where the University of Northern British Columbia community is grateful to live, work, learn, and play. We are committed to building and nurturing relationships with Indigenous peoples, we acknowledge their traditional lands, and we thank them for their hospitality. UNBC's largest campus in Prince George is located on the traditional unceded territory of the Lheidli T'enneh, in the spectacular landscape near the geographic centre of beautiful British Columbia.


UNBC consistently ranks in the top three in its category in the annual Maclean's university rankings. UNBC also recently placed among the top five per cent of higher education institutions worldwide by the Times Higher Education World University Rankings.


With a diverse student population, the University is friendly, inclusive, and supportive. Prince George is a city of ~80,000 people with impressive cultural, educational, and recreational amenities. For more information about living and working in Prince George, please refer to http://www.unbc.ca/experience and https://moveupprincegeorge.ca. Make your mark with this leading post-secondary institution.

To Apply

Applicants should create an applicant profile and apply on this position by uploading and submitting a cover letter and resume. This position is part of CUPE Local 3799 and is an on-campus position, based at the Prince George Campus


The University of Northern British Columbia is committed to employment equity and encourages applications from the four designated groups (women, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, and members of visible minorities) as well as the 2SLGBTQ+ communities and individuals with intersectional identities.


Persons with disabilities, who anticipate needing accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, may contact UNBC Health & Wellbeing at employeewellbeing@unbc.ca. Any personal information provided will be maintained in confidence.


All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. We thank all applicants for their interest in UNBC however, only those applicants selected for further consideration will be contacted.

Applications will be accepted until 4:30PM on January 28, 2026.