Job Description

Date Posted: 07/06/2023
Req ID: 32555
Faculty/Division: New College
Department: New College
Campus: St. George (Downtown Toronto)
Position Number: 00054989, 00040152

Description:

About us:

The Faculty of Arts & Science is the heart of Canada\'s leading university and one of the most comprehensive and diverse academic divisions in the world. The strength of Arts & Science derives from our combined teaching and research excellence in the humanities, sciences and social sciences across 29 departments, seven colleges and 46 interdisciplinary centres, institutes and programs.

We can only realize our mission with the dedication and excellence of engaged staff and faculty. The diversity of opportunities and perspectives within the Faculty reflect the local and global landscape and the need for curiosity, innovative thinking and collaboration. At Arts & Science, we take pride in our legacy of innovation and discovery that has changed the way we think about the world.

Opened in 1962, New College has a long-standing commitment to social justice, and to supporting its diverse body of 5600 undergraduate students to excel intellectually and to engage in the wider community. New College supports four interdisciplinary undergraduate programs - African Studies, Buddhist Mental Health and Psychology, Caribbean Studies, and Equity Studies - and houses two departments (Human Biology and Women and Gender Studies). New College prioritizes personal attention to students, innovative interdisciplinary programs, links with professional faculties, career mentorship, and community outreach initiatives. The College has built a rich learning community for students including academic support, amenities for studying and social interaction, and opportunities for co-curricular and community engagement. The College offers a spirited and challenging environment for students to have the opportunity to broaden their experience, create life plans, and meet others from different fields. New College is a friendly, welcoming and informal community that places a high priority on student support services and encourages diversity. For more information on New College, see http://www.newcollege.utoronto.ca.

Your opportunity:

Working under the general direction of the Director (Administration), International Programs, the Recruitment Assistant provides front-line and administrative support that furthers the recruitment, student services, and registration functions of the International Programs Office.

The Recruitment Assistant supports the implementation of all recruitment strategies and also has a focus on supporting recruitment objectives in Asia, Europe, and other regions as needed.

As a member of the New College International Programs Office, the Recruitment Assistant, International Programs, will be committed to an equity that recognizes, supports, and responds to the diverse histories, lived and marginalized experiences of international students and many communities.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Providing detailed information regarding admissionrequirements, disseminating program materials, and liaising with prospective students, parents/guardians, and educational agents to provide detailed registration information
• Determining logistical details required for the execution of admissions processes
• Determining logistics for registration and program activities
• Verifying the accuracy and completeness of information
• Keeping well-informed on University programs, policies and procedures
• Liaising with contacts to facilitate and initiate outreach opportunities and recruitment activities
• Maintaining information on digital platforms and disseminating information via social media
• Serving as a resource to others by providing (non-supervisory) job-related guidance

Essential Qualifications:

• Bachelor\'s Degree or an acceptable equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Minimum two years of recent and related experience in student services and recruitment support, preferably in a language learning environment designed exclusively for international students.
• Experience explaining program information and registration requirements to international students, parents/guardians, high schools, and educational agents.
• Experience supporting the planning and implementation of recruitment activities.
• Experience implementing logistics for registration and program activities.
• Experience maintaining information on digital platforms (e.g. WordPress, Drupal) and disseminating information via social media (i.e. Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, etc.).
• Advance skills with Microsoft Office 365 (e.g. Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams).
• Ability to multi-task and have excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to manage and adapt to new and changing priorities.
• Excellent written and verbal communications skills.
• Demonstrated tact and strong interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated strong student and client service orientation and experience fostering equity, diversity and inclusion in a language-learning environment.

Assets (Nonessential):

• Familiarity with the language learning market in Asia.
• Familiarity working with educational agents.
• Proficiency in Cantonese and/or German.

To be successful in this role you will be:

• Achievement oriented
• Adaptable
• Diligent
• Possess a positive attitude
• Resourceful
• Team player

This is a posting for two 12 months term positions.
This role is currently eligible for a hybrid work arrangement, pursuant to University policies and guidelines, including but not limited to the .

Closing Date: 07/14/2023, 11:59PM ET
Employee Group: USW
Appointment Type: Budget - Term
Schedule: Full-Time
Pay Scale Group & Hiring Zone:
USW Pay Band 09 -- $60,006 with an annual step progression to a maximum of $76,739. Pay scale and job class assignment is subject to determination pursuant to the Job Evaluation/Pay Equity Maintenance Protocol.
Job Category: Student Services

Lived Experience Statement
Candidates who are members of Indigenous, Black, racialized and 2SLGBTQ+ communities, persons with disabilities, and other equity deserving groups are encouraged to apply, and their lived experience shall be taken into consideration as applicable to the posted position.

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.

Diversity Statement

The University of Toronto embraces Diversity and is building a culture of belonging that increases our capacity to effectively address and serve the interests of our global community. We strongly encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples, Black and racialized persons, women, persons with disabilities, and people of diverse sexual and gender identities. We value applicants who have demonstrated a commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion and recognize that diverse perspectives, experiences, and expertise are essential to strengthening our academic mission.

As part of your application, you will be asked to complete a brief Diversity Survey. This survey is voluntary. Any information directly related to you is confidential and cannot be accessed by search committees or human resources staff. Results will be aggregated for institutional planning purposes. For more information, please see .

Accessibility Statement

The University strives to be an equitable and inclusive community, and proactively seeks to increase diversity among its community members. Our values regarding equity and diversity are linked with our unwavering commitment to excellence in the pursuit of our academic mission.

The University is committed to the principles of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). As such, we strive to make our recruitment, assessment and selection processes as accessible as possible and provide accommodations as required for applicants with disabilities.

If you require any accommodations at any point during the application and hiring process, please contact .

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