Associate, Recruitment & Admissions

Who We Are

Simon Fraser University is a leading research university, advancing an inclusive and sustainable future. Our purpose – the essence of SFU – is to create and connect knowledge, learning and community for deeper understanding and meaningful impact. We are committed to fostering excellence, innovation, belonging and community in all that we do.

The Graduate Recruitment and Admissions team at the SFU Beedie School of Business is responsible for managing and executing the comprehensive end-to-end recruitment and admissions cycle for all graduate business programs offered at the university. The team responsibilities include relationship building, review and evaluation of candidates, business development, event planning, marketing and ambassador program management.

About the Role

Contributes to the effective and smooth operations of SFU business graduate programs, including responding to inquiries about the programs, and providing information to students, SFU faculty, and the business community. Processes applications to the SFU graduate business programs and supports admission and registration processes to ensure efficiency, establishing and maintaining office process, procedures and filing systems. Arranges, supports and participates in program committee meetings; provides input on the design and development of publications, databases, and marketing initiatives; and assists with special program events.

The ideal candidate will have the following skills, qualities or core competencies needed to be successful in the role:

• Build Relationships & Work Together - We are intentional about building and maintaining strong, positive and effective relationships, teams, collaborations and partnerships. We uncover and advance shared goals and synergistic opportunities. We support each other, share knowledge and resolve conflict
  collaboratively.
• Achieve Results - We focus on achieving the best possible results, as individuals and teams. We define outcomes for success, track our progress and improve performance.
• Make Informed Decisions - We make decisions thoughtfully, intentionally and critically. We consider multiple sources of information, various options and potential imp
  acts.
• Be Creative & Innovative - We seek and implement new and creative solutions to overcome problems, drive change and improve performance and results. We explore new ideas, think creatively about issues and opportunities and encourage and support innovation.
• Create Positive Change - We lead or are part of change efforts and carefully consider and plan for the impacts of change and transition on ourselves and others.

Full Job Description 

Qualifications

High school graduation and two years of post secondary education and training in word processing and database applications; office procedures; bookkeeping practices, and/or marketing and communication concepts. Minimum 3 years of experience. An equivalent combination of formal education, certificate/program of study ad experience is acceptable.

• Excellent knowledge of standard office practices, methods and equipment.
• Knowledge of web-based tools (e.g., SharePoint, Microsoft Teams, OneDrive, Zoom, Kira).
• Good knowledge of university programs, policies and procedures.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills (including knowledge of English grammar, spelling, punctuation).
• Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills.

What We Offer

At SFU, our goal is to ensure our people are valued and supported by promoting a healthy work-life balance, professional growth and development, as well as a safe and respectful workplace. We offer temporary employees who belong in the Canadian Union of Public Employees (CUPE Local 3338):

• An additional 14% pay in lieu of benefits 
• After 4 consecutive months in the position, pay in lieu of benefits is increased to 20% 
• Hybrid-work program for eligible positions

Additional Information

The assignment end date is April 26, 2027.

Please include your cover letter and resume in one attachment.

SFU is an equity employer and strongly encourages applications from all qualified individuals including women, Indigenous Peoples, visible minorities, people of all sexual orientations and gender identities, persons with disabilities, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of the university.

We are committed to facilitating accessibility within our application and interview processes. If you require any assistance or accommodations, please contact people_strategies@sfu.ca.