Job Description
Location - This role is hybrid, with a mix of remote and in-person work. Work primarily takes place at North Campus, Edmonton.
The Student Recruitment department within the Office of the Registrar specializes in the recruitment of domestic undergraduate students to the University of Alberta.
Reporting directly to the Team Lead, National Recruitment, the Student Recruiter position within the National Recruitment team is responsible for the dissemination of information and effective promotion of the University of Alberta to prospective high school students across Canada. This exciting and diverse position is also responsible for event planning, organizing and executing administrative details, and researching recruitment trends as required to recruit exceptional prospective students. This position requires extensive travel across Alberta and Canada, targeting select high schools, colleges, 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, extensive travel within Canada, and time away from home that may average more than five days per trip (primarily September through December).
Responsibilities
- Travels across Alberta and Canada targeting select high schools and special events to recruit prospective students via presentations, booth fairs and one-on-one advising.
- Delivers pre-tour presentations for prospective students, parents, and guests touring and visiting North Campus.
- Promotes the University of Alberta at various recruitment events to prospective high school students and their parents, including extensive public speaking.
- Works closely with all positions within the National Recruitment team, as well as the Student Recruitment department to address the strategic needs of the university, including offering event planning support, virtual initiatives support, and supporting the U of A Ambassador Program.
- Develops, grows and maintains strong relationships with key stakeholders, such as high school counsellors.
- Responds to prospective student inquiries through phone, e-mail, in-person advising, and virtual advising.
- Assists with research projects, compiles data, and creates evaluations around event effectiveness.
- Brainstorms and proposes new and innovative ideas to improve prospective student engagement for the purpose of recruitment.
- 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.
- Drives the collection of leads from potential students and monitors their progression throughout the enrolment funnel.
- 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 U of A; plans and implements yield initiatives accordingly.
- Performs other duties as required.
Qualifications
- Post-secondary diploma required; university degree preferred.
- One to two years of related experience is an asset.
- Experience presenting to large groups.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills with strong attention to detail.
- Excellent interpersonal, organizational, time management and customer service skills.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
- Ability to maintain high levels of professionalism.
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
- Knowledge of University of Alberta policies and procedures is an asset.
- Must possess a valid Alberta Class 5 (non-GDL) driver’s license.
- Must be able to provide a recent copy of a three-year driver’s abstract with no more than six (6) demerits and/or two (2) moving violations within the last two years.
- Ability to lift and carry items weighing approximately 20–30 kg, including at times in awkward or overhead positions while setting up displays.
- Ability to undertake extended periods of driving and air travel, as required.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office and Google Products (Gmail, etc.); knowledge of PeopleSoft and Slate is an asset.
- Fluency in French is an asset.
Application Instructions
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This position is subject to all applicable terms and conditions of the collective agreement between the Governors of the University of Alberta and the Non-Academic Staff Association (NASA).
This position offers a comprehensive benefits package .
About Us
The University of Alberta, its buildings, labs and research stations are primarily located on the territory of Néhiyaw (Cree), Niitsitapi (Blackfoot), Métis, Nakoda (Stoney), Dene, Haudenosaunee (Iroquois) and Anishinaabe (Ojibway/Saulteaux), lands that are now known as part of Treaties 6, 7 and 8 and homeland of the Métis. The University of Alberta respects the sovereignty, lands, histories, languages, knowledge systems and cultures of all First Nations, Métis, and Inuit.
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. Learn more .
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.
All University employees have a responsibility to foster a workplace that prioritizes safety in all its forms - physical, cultural, and psychological. This is achieved by promoting a safe environment, adhering to all safety laws, policies and procedures, completing all required safety training, identifying hazards and implementing controls, reporting incidents, and contributing to a culture of belonging and respect, while endeavoring to ensure that all colleagues feel valued and safe to express their thoughts, perspectives and concerns.
The University of Alberta is committed to creating a university community where everyone feels valued, barriers to success are removed, and thriving connections are fostered. We welcome applications from all qualified persons. We encourage women, First Nations, Métis 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.
L’Université de l’Alberta s’engage à créer une communauté universitaire où chaque personne se sent valorisée, où les obstacles à la réussite sont éliminés et où des connexions enrichissantes peuvent se développer. Nous accueillons les demandes de toutes les personnes qualifiées. Nous encourageons les femmes; Premières nations, Métis et Inuits; membres des groupes minoritaires visibles; personnes handicapées; personnes de toute orientation sexuelle ou identité et expression de genre; et toutes les personnes qui peuvent contribuer à la diversification des idées et à l'université à postuler.
About The Team
The Office of the Registrar (RO) plays a key role in every aspect of the student experience, from recruitment to graduation and beyond. The RO also supports the broader campus community, including faculties, departments, and other units.
