Job Description

DescriptionThis position is a part of the Non-Academic Staff Association (NASA).This position offers a comprehensive benefits package which can be viewed at: .Location - Work primarily takes place at North Campus, Edmonton. This role is hybrid with a mix of remote and in-person.Working at the University of AlbertaThe University of Alberta acknowledges that we are located on Treaty 6 territory, and respects the histories, languages and cultures of First Nations, M\xc3\xa9tis, Inuit and all FirstPeoples of Canada, whose presence continues to enrich our vibrant community.The University of Alberta is a community of knowledge seekers, change makers and world shapers who lead with purpose each and every day. We are home to over 14,000 faculty and staff, more than 40,000 students and a growing community of 300,000 alumni worldwide.Your work will have a meaningful influence on a fascinating cross-section of people - from our students and community members, to our renowned researchers and innovators, making discoveries and generating solutions that make the world healthier, safer, stronger and more just. .Working for the Student Recruitment Centre of ExpertiseThe Student Recruitment Centre of Expertise within the Office of the Registrar specializes in the recruitment of primarily domestic future students to the University of Alberta.PositionReporting directly to the Student Recruitment Service Partner and Transfer Recruitment, the Student Recruiter position will work as part of a dedicated action team that will support all undergraduate student recruitment activities specifically for Transfer Students. This position will specifically focus on working with, and recruiting, international students who are currently studying at a post-secondary institution within Canada, and will also support general domestic transfer student recruitment initiatives.As an important team member within the overarching Student Recruitment Centre of Expertise in the Office of the Registrar, the Student Recruiter position is responsible for the dissemination of information and effective promotion of the University of Alberta across Canada. This exciting and diverse position is also responsible for event planning, preparing and delivering presentations, answering prospective student and applicant inquiries, organizing and executing administrative recruitment details, and researching recruitment trends as required to recruit exceptional prospective students to the university.This position will require occasional travel within Edmonton, Alberta and Canada, targeting select transfer institutions and special events to recruit prospective students via presentations and one-on-one interactions, including driving a U of A fleet vehicle to local and rural Alberta recruitment events. In addition, recruiting and connecting with prospective students using virtual platforms will be required. The hours of work for this position will be varied, including a requirement to work evenings and weekends.This position requires overtime, travel within Canada, and occasional evening and weekend work.Duties

• Targets select post-secondary institutions and special events to recruit prospective students via engaging presentations, booth fairs and one-on-one advising
• Promotes the university with international students who are currently enrolled in a Canadian post-secondary institution at various recruitment events and cultivates relationships with prospective transfer students, including extensive public speaking
• Provides on-campus and virtual advising to prospective students, parents, and guests in both 1:1 and group settings
• Responds to both routine and non-standard inquiries about the university, work-integrated learning opportunities, student services, admission requirements, and admission status. Answers a range of questions on a variety of subject areas. Escalates inquiries when required
• Works closely with all positions within the Transfer recruitment action team, as well as the Student Recruitment Centre of Expertise, to address the strategic enrolment needs of the university
• Develops, grows and maintains strong relationships with key stakeholders
• Responds to student, parent and counsellor inquiries
• Engages audiences in an age-appropriate, culturally aware, and inclusive manner
• Plans and executes special events, including Registration Workshops, Information Sessions, Advising sessions, and other special events, both virtual and in-person
• Participates in coordinated recruitment activities with other student recruiters
• Evaluates attended recruitment initiatives by reporting prospective engagement, lead generation, number of publications provided, event attendance, and other meaningful notes describing the purpose and utility of the event for evaluation and future planning purposes
• Brainstorms and proposes new and innovative ideas to improve prospective student engagement for the purpose of recruitment
• Drives the collection of leads from potential students and monitors their progression throughout the enrollment funnel. Enters data into university systems in order to track potential applicants.
• Assists prospective students in the application for admission process. Helps to troubleshoot admission challenges to ensure admissibility of the applicant pool. Works with applicants to encourage offer acceptance and yield, ultimately increasing enrolment at the University
• Keeps admitted students engaged and continually conveys the value of attending the UofA; plans and implements yield initiatives accordingly
• Assists in the development of virtual recruitment tools and resources, such as creating virtual booths, online resources, tip sheets, chat rooms, and more)
• Performs other duties as required

Qualifications

• The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor\'s Degree from the University of Alberta
• One to two years of related experience is an asset
• Experience working with international students
• Experience presenting to small and large groups
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with high attention to detail
• Exceptional interpersonal skills, cross-cultural sensitivity, ability to establish and maintain a good rapport with a variety of stakeholders
• Excellent organizational, time management and customer service skills
• Demonstrated problem-solving, judgment, and critical thinking
• Well-developed planning, time management and organizational skills; ability to meet deadlines and thrive under pressure in a fast-paced and dynamic work environment
• Ability to maintain high levels of professionalism
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and cooperatively within a team
• Ability to lift up to 25kgs
• Knowledge of University of Alberta policies and procedures is an asset
• Valid Class 5 Driver\'s License; 3-year driver\'s abstract will be required
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and Google Products (Gmail, etc); knowledge of PeopleSoft and Slate is an asset

At the University of Alberta, we are committed to creating an inclusive and accessible hiring process for all candidates. If you require accommodations to participate in the interview process, please let us know at the time of booking your interview and we will make every effort to accommodate your needs.We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those individuals selected for an interview will be contacted.The University of Alberta is committed to an equitable, diverse, and inclusive workforce. We welcome applications from all qualified persons. We encourage women; First Nations, M\xc3\xa9tis and Inuit persons; members of visible minority groups; persons with disabilities; persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity and expression; and all those who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas and the University to apply.Note: This opportunity will be available until midnight October 4, 2024, Edmonton, Alberta local time.

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