Admissions Assistant

Kwantlen Polytechnic University; Surrey; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established educational institution is seeking an Admissions Assistant to support the Registrar's Office. This role involves preparing and assessing student applications, advising on admissions processes, and performing essential administrative functions. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication and organizational skills, with a background in admissions or recruitment. Join a dynamic team committed to enhancing student experiences and navigating the complexities of the admissions process. This position offers an opportunity to make a significant impact on prospective students' educational journeys.

Qualifications

• 2 years of experience in Admissions or Recruitment within the Office of the Registrar.
• Knowledge of BC and Canadian education systems.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and assess applications for admission and transfer credit.
• Advise students on admissions policies and procedures.

Skills

Communication Skills

Time Management

Organizational Skills

Customer Service

Data Management

Education

High School Graduation

Two Years of Postsecondary Studies

Tools

Student Banner

Excel

Access

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

We are currently seeking an Admissions Assistant to join our Student Services - Registrar's Office team.

Job Overview

To prepare and assess applications and documentation for admission and articulated transfer credit, advise students regarding resources, provide information on KPU admissions, transfer credit and registration policies and procedures and to perform administrative functions.

Education and Experience

• High school graduation plus successful completion of two years of postsecondary studies.
• Minimum 2 years of recent experience working in Admissions and/or Recruitment position within the Office of the Registrar.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

Communication Skills

• Demonstrated ability to communicate clearly and effectively in English, both verbally and in writing, with prospective and current students, faculty and staff across the organization.
• Demonstrated ability to deal patiently and effectively with a diverse range of people and situations.
• Demonstrated ability in dealing with sensitive situations that call for the use of diplomacy and tact in the delivery of information and explanations.

Time Management & Organization Skills

• Demonstrated organizational skills, including the ability to set priorities and meet deadlines.
• Demonstrated aptitude for exacting and precise work.

General

• Demonstrated working knowledge of KPU programs as well as policies and processes relating to current application, admission and transfer credit.
• Demonstrated experience processing and assessing secondary and post-secondary transcripts as well as other supporting documentation to determine eligibility for admission.
• Demonstrated knowledge of British Columbia and Canadian secondary and post-secondary education systems.
• Demonstrated customer service experience in a fast-paced work environment involving multiple demands.
• Demonstrated proficiency with Student Banner at an intermediate level, or a similar student information system.
• Demonstrated ability to handle confidential information appropriately.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently, exercise good judgment and demonstrate initiative.
• Demonstrated proficiency at an intermediate level with data management, reporting and database systems such as Excel and Access.
• Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Word and Outlook at an Intermediate level.
• 40 WPM keyboarding skills with a high degree of accuracy.
• Demonstrated knowledge of basic math.

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As per the KPU-BCGEU Collective Agreement, qualified internal applicants within the BCGEU bargaining unit are given first consideration in filling this position. Internal applicants must apply by 11:59pm on the internal closing date in order to be considered as an internal applicant. Internal applications received after the closing date will be considered as an external applicant.

Salary Information

Salary and wage increments are in accordance with the Collective Agreement.