Admissions Officer

Ridley College; St. Catharines; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a vibrant educational community as an Admissions Officer at a prestigious institution. This role is pivotal in shaping the future of students by evaluating applications, conducting interviews, and analyzing enrolment trends. The ideal candidate will thrive in a collaborative environment that values integrity, service, and continuous learning. You'll have the opportunity to engage with diverse cultures, promote the school's mission, and contribute to a positive and inclusive workplace. If you are passionate about education and eager to make a difference in students' lives, this position offers a rewarding career path in a beautiful campus setting.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Competitive compensation package

Active community involvement

Beautiful campus setting

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or related post-secondary study required.
• 1-3 years of related experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and process student applications for admission.
• Conduct student interviews and analyze enrolment trends.
• Coordinate Information Sessions and represent the school.

Skills

Fluent in English

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Sales skills

Time management

Education

Bachelor’s degree or related post-secondary study

Tools

Microsoft Office

Excel

PowerPoint

Zoom

Skype

Job description

Position Title: Admissions Officer

THE RIDLEY DIFFERENCE

Founded in 1889, Ridley College is a co-educational boarding and day school with over 800 students in JK to grade 12 from more than 60 countries worldwide. The Ridley experience integrates a traditional liberal arts education with individual learning enhanced by the principles of positive psychology, the International Baccalaureate continuum program, a learner-driven culture and campus community, exceptional athletics and dynamic arts programs, and a commitment of service to others. This unique combination prepares meaningful and flourishing lives by teaching the habits of mind, body and spirit, and the values needed to lead in a global society.

Ridley College is located on 90 acres in St. Catharines, Ontario in the heart of the Niagara Peninsula and is comprised of a stunning blend of century old buildings housing modernized technology.

OUR TEAM

Ridley offers the prospect of being part of a high-performance team in a nourishing workplace community that encourages collaboration, innovation, inclusivity and curious minds, and where grit and perseverance are assets. We strive to create a culture of belonging on campus based on trust, collaboration and cooperation, and to promote and deepen these shared values in all we do, with all members of our extended community.

Joining the team at Ridley means you are committed to life-long learning and development, have integrity, and value being of service in a richly diverse community. We cultivate the full potential in each of our students by having a caring, committed and world-class team. Attracting, developing and retaining people who thrive in Ridley’s positive education culture that recognizes and celebrates individual strengths is critical to our success.

Ridley College is looking for an Admissions Officer to attract, evaluate, assess and process new students for the school.

Responsibilities:

1. Evaluate, assess and process student applications for admission according to established criteria.
2. Conduct student interviews.
3. Analyze and present recommendations regarding enrolment/retention trends.
4. Coordinate Information Sessions presenting school programs, faculty teaching methods and facilities.
5. Represent the school, its program and mission to the external community.
6. Produce updates for assigned portfolios.
7. Participate in the effective management of applicant pool with timely, personalized attention and feedback.
8. Notify applicants to complete testing, attend orientation and interviews, provide specific documents and advise on the status of acceptance via routine correspondence.
9. Participate in student testing (SSAT), Open Houses and weekend duties as required.
10. Fluency in English and ideally a second language in related to translation services, written communications, and document review will be a component of the role.
11. Travel when necessary.

QUALIFICATIONS

1. Bachelor’s degree or other related post-secondary study.
2. Minimum of 1-3 years related experience or the equivalent combination of education and experience.
3. Fully fluent speaker and writer of English and a second language is preferred.
4. Demonstrated knowledge of and success with placement directors and educational consultants.
5. Strong interpersonal skills, including the ability to effectively communicate across different ages and cultures, with demonstrated sales skills.
6. Organizational and time management skills with the ability to set priorities, multi-task and meet deadlines.
7. Ability to work in an office setting and a virtual setting.
8. Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office, Excel, PowerPoint, Zoom and Skype.
9. Must have a valid driver’s license and access to a vehicle.
10. Experience in business domestic and international travel – must have a current passport.

OUR OFFER

Ridley College offers a positive and inclusive workplace community with a competitive compensation package; innovative, challenging and rewarding opportunities; a learning environment that promotes professional development and personal growth; active community involvement; and, a beautiful campus setting in the heart of Niagara that engages and inspires our employees to flourish.

HOW TO APPLY

Qualified applicants are encouraged to upload their application in the fields on the right side of this page.

As a condition of employment, a satisfactory Vulnerable Persons Screening Report must be provided. While all applicants are thanked for their interest, only those chosen for interviews will be contacted.

Ridley College is committed to fostering an inclusive, accessible and equitable environment where everyone feels respected, valued and supported. Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If you are selected to participate in the recruitment process, please inform Human Resources of the nature of any accommodation(s) that you may require in respect of any materials or processes used in order to ensure your equal participation.

“We inspire flourishing lives to transform our globe.”