Admissions Advisor - Canada

Niagara University; Vaughan; Vor Ort; CAD 52.000 - 76.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Low-cost health benefits

On-site dining options

Free parking

Zusammenfassung

Niagara University is seeking an Admissions Advisor to lead undergraduate recruitment in Ontario, Canada. The role involves building relationships with Ontario schools and counselors, counseling prospective students, and representing the university at events across the province.

The position requires regular travel throughout Ontario, evening/weekend availability during peak periods, and collaboration with the Office of Admissions and Enrollment Management to meet enrollment goals.

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution required.
• One to three years of experience in college admissions, student recruitment, secondary education, higher education, sales, customer service, or a related field preferred.
• Experience working with Canadian secondary schools, students or families is preferred.
• Previous experience in college admissions or enrollment management is preferred.
• Valid driver's license required and must satisfy Niagara University and its insurance carrier's requirements for driving a motor vehicle for university business.
• Ability to perform the essential functions of the position in Ontario, including the ability to travel throughout the province and cross the U.S.-Canada border as required.
• Any additional Canadian work authorization requirements applicable to the employment arrangement must be satisfied.

Aufgaben

• Develop and execute an undergraduate recruitment strategy for Ontario designed to increase inquiries, applications, and enrollment from the province.
• Build and maintain relationships with Ontario high school counselors, administrators, community organizations, and other educational partners.
• Recruit and counsel prospective students and families through individualized outreach, interviews, virtual appointments, and timely follow-up throughout the admissions and enrollment process.
• Represent Niagara University throughout Ontario at high school visits, college fairs, information sessions, community events, open houses, and other recruitment activities.
• Travel regularly throughout Ontario and develop an effective, cost-efficient travel schedule that maximizes opportunities to engage prospective students, families, and school counselors.

Ausbildung

Bachelor's degree

Jobbeschreibung

OUTSTANDING BENEFITS UNLIKE ANY OTHER. Low-cost health benefits, 403b employer contribution, affordable tuition at Niagara University for you and discounted for eligible immediate family members, holidays, and PTO. Campus life is vibrant and offers free parking, on-site dining options, and fresh coffee at Tim Horton's and Starbucks, all in a beautiful park-like setting. If you'd like to know more, check out all of the NU Facts.

Under general supervision, the Admissions Advisor – Ontario, Canada, is responsible for developing and executing an undergraduate student recruitment strategy within Ontario. The position serves as a primary representative of Niagara University to prospective students, families, high school counselors, community organizations, and other educational partners throughout the province.

The Admissions Advisor will build and maintain relationships with Ontario schools and counselors, identify and cultivate prospective students, counsel students and families throughout the college search and application process, and represent Niagara University at recruitment events and other activities. Regular travel throughout Ontario is an essential function of the position. Evening and weekend activities may be required during peak recruitment periods.

The position works collaboratively with the Office of Admissions and other areas of Enrollment Management to achieve enrollment goals and strengthen Niagara University's presence in the Ontario market.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Develop and execute an undergraduate recruitment strategy for Ontario designed to increase inquiries, applications, and enrollment from the province.
• Build and maintain relationships with Ontario high school counselors, administrators, community organizations, and other educational partners.
• Recruit and counsel prospective students and families through individualized outreach, interviews, virtual appointments, and timely follow-up throughout the admissions and enrollment process.
• Represent Niagara University throughout Ontario at high school visits, college fairs, information sessions, community events, open houses, and other recruitment activities.
• Travel regularly throughout Ontario and develop an effective, cost-efficient travel schedule that maximizes opportunities to engage prospective students, families, and school counselors. Evening and weekend travel and events may be required.
• Communicate the value of a Niagara University education, including its academic programs, student experience, financial aid opportunities, Catholic and Vincentian mission, and distinctive advantages as a private university.
• Identify new recruitment opportunities by assessing schools, geographic areas, student populations, market trends and competitor activity, and recommend strategies to strengthen Niagara's presence in Ontario.
• Maintain accurate recruitment and admissions records and document student interactions, communications and activities in Niagara University's CRM and other applicable systems.
• Collaborate with Admissions and Enrollment Management colleagues and other university offices to provide a coordinated and positive experience for prospective students.
• Assist Canadian students with the admissions and enrollment process, coordinating with appropriate university offices regarding immigration and other enrollment requirements.
• Maintain current knowledge of Niagara University's academic programs, admission requirements, financial aid and student services.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

% of Time

75% – Undergraduate recruitment activities, including travel throughout Ontario, high school and community college visits, tele-counseling, admissions interviews, prospective student and family communications, follow-up activities, college fairs, information sessions, recruitment events, file review, competitor and market analysis, and other activities designed to achieve enrollment objectives.

25% – Development and maintenance of recruitment programs and relationships; collaboration with Enrollment Management and other university offices; recruitment planning and territory analysis; student outreach and communication; and other activities supporting the recruitment and enrollment of Canadian and international students.

ERGONOMIC REQUIREMENTS

The functions of the position are generally performed while sitting and working at a computer but may require periods of standing, walking, bending, lifting and carrying. The position requires regular travel and the ability to perform duties at high schools, college campuses, community locations, recruitment events and other external settings.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution required.
• One to three years of experience in college admissions, student recruitment, secondary education, higher education, sales, customer service, or a related field preferred.
• Experience working with Canadian secondary schools, students or families is preferred.
• Previous experience in college admissions or enrollment management is preferred.
• Valid driver's license required and must satisfy Niagara University and its insurance carrier's requirements for driving a motor vehicle for university business.
• Ability to perform the essential functions of the position in Ontario, including the ability to travel throughout the province and cross the U.S.-Canada border as required.
• Any additional Canadian work authorization requirements applicable to the employment arrangement must be satisfied.