Assistant, Admissions

University of the Fraser Valley; Abbotsford; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

L'Université de la Fraser Valley recherche un Assistant aux admissions pour soutenir les processus d'admission et d'inscription des étudiants. Le poste implique l'examen des dossiers de candidature et la prise de décisions d'admission, tout en nécessitant un travail organisé et minutieux avec une attention aux détails. Le candidat doit avoir un diplôme de deux ans et une expérience pertinente dans un cadre éducatif. Vous aiderez à façonner l'avenir de nombreux étudiants au sein d'une équipe dynamique.

Benefits

Flexible working environment

Team-oriented atmosphere

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Diplôme d'études supérieures en administration ou domaine connexe.
• Deux ans d'expérience dans un environnement éducatif de soutien.
• Connaissance des admissions postsecondaires et systèmes canadiens.

Responsibilities

• Soutenir le processus d'admission des étudiants, examiner la documentation académique.
• Prendre des décisions d'admission conformément aux politiques de l'université.
• Travailler avec divers outils pour vérifier et trouver des informations.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

Education

Two year diploma from a recognized post-secondary institution

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Banner student module

Job description

Assistant, Admissions

Office of the Registrar
Abbotsford, Chilliwack
Application deadline:June 16, 2025

The Admissions Assistant performs a wide range of duties in support of the admission and enrolment of domestic and international students from the application stage, through to final admission to the university.

The Assistant works with applications to several Faculties and programs, reviews academic documentation and transfer credit equivalencies, and has specific responsibility for making admissions decisions within UFV Policy and Senate approved requirements.

Qualifications

• Completion of a two (2) year diploma from a recognized post-secondary institution.
• Two (2) years related experience, preferably in an education or related setting supporting client records.
• Knowledge of post-secondary education, including admissions, and familiarity with UFV and its programs, policies and procedures regarding international and domestic postsecondary admissions.
• Understanding of Canadian and international secondary and post-secondary admissions.
• Understanding of Canadian and International secondary and post-secondary systems is strongly preferred.
• Experience with relational databases module preferred, Banner student module considered an asset.
• High level of attention to detail.
• Ability to navigate various tools and resources to find and verify information.
• Excellent organizational skills, ability to plan and prioritize work and manage multiple demands.
• Proficiency in the Microsoft Office suite, including Excel, Outlook, Word
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to take initiative.
• Ability to work well as part of a team and with minimal supervision

About UFV

The University of the Fraser Valley is located on the traditional territory of the Halq'eméylem-speaking peoples. We express our gratitude and respect for the honour of living and working in Stó:lo Tém:éxw (Stó:lo Land; Stó:lo World). In all that we do, UFV strives to support and honour the Stó:lo peoples goals of self-determination and well-being on these lands. A commitment to Indigenization and Reconciliation is core to our institutional Vision andIntegrated Strategic Plan: IYAQAWTXW— which means House of Transformation. This commitment includes the goal of centering Indigenous ways of knowing throughout our organization, recognizing our responsibilities to community, and a multi-year plan to increase the number of Indigenous faculty, staff, and administrators working at UFV.

UFV has campus locations in Abbotsford, Chilliwack, Mission, and Hope in the beautiful British Columbia, and in Chandigarh, India. Recognized as one of BC's top employers, UFV offers a combination of career and lifestyle benefits. Join a team of 1,400 passionate professionals who value integrity, inclusivity and excellence. At UFV, you will serve a vibrant community and shape the future of 15,000 students.

Indigenization, equity, and diversity are essential to our work as a university. A diverse community fosters the inclusion of voices that have been historically underrepresented and marginalized. At UFV, we are committed to recruiting a diverse workforce that represents the community we proudly serve. We encourage applications from Indigenous peoples, members of groups that experience discrimination due to race, colour, place of origin, ancestry, and/or religion, persons who identify as women and 2SLGBTQ+, and persons with disabilities. We invite applicants to complete a confidential self-identification survey as part of the application process. All questions are voluntary, with an option to decline to answer. Information will be used to support efforts to broaden the diversity of the recruitment process, and results are not shared with the selection committee. Inquiries about the survey may be directed [e-mail]. Learn more about our commitment to diversity and inclusion.

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. In an effort to be both environmentally and fiscally responsible, UFV will contact only candidates receiving an interview. We thank all applicants for considering UFV for employment. Shortlisted applicants may be required to undergo a criminal record check and/ or a verification of their education credentials.

UFV is committed to the principle of equity in employment.

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