Assistant Director of Admissions

CDI College; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Benefits

Commission structure

Job summary

A leading Canadian college network in Edmonton seeks an Admissions Representative to facilitate student enrollment. The role includes developing strategies to attract students, conducting informational sessions, and planning recruitment events. Candidates should have at least 2 years of sales experience, preferably with a background in education sales. A Bachelor’s degree is preferred. Competitive compensation, including a base salary and commission, is offered along with comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of solid sales performance history.
• Professional sales training or bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Experience in education sales or B2C sales is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing strategies to attract prospective students.
• Build relationships with students and conduct informational sessions.
• Plan and execute recruitment events.

Skills

Verbal communication skills

Sales performance

Organizational skills

Persuasive skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

CRM systems

Job description

About Us

CDI College is Canada's largest private college network with over 50 years of educational excellence and 23 campuses across British Columbia, Alberta, Ontario, Quebec, and Manitoba. Our innovation and dynamism shine through forward‑thinking programs. We are a leading Canadian career training institution, dedicated to quality education and student success. Established in 1970, we offer over 50 diploma and certification programs across various disciplines such as business, healthcare, technology, and art and design.

Your Role In a Snapshot

Be the Gateway to Education Excellence – Apply Now!

Are you passionate about shaping the educational journey of future students? Join our dynamic admissions team and play a pivotal role in facilitating seamless enrollment experiences. Engage with prospective students, provide personalized guidance, and nurture an inclusive environment. If you're passionate about education, we invite you to apply and help shape the future of our institution!

Location: Edmonton, AB. 4723 52 Ave NW, Edmonton, AB T6B 3R6

Compensation: 45,000-50,000 + 2% Commission plus Comprehensive Benefits

Job Type: Full Time, Permanent

Expected Start Date: April 27, 2026

Your Day To Day

• Assist the Designated Admission Head and admissions team in developing and implementing strategies to attract and enroll a diverse pool of prospective students.
• Build relationships with prospective students, conducting informational sessions on admissions requirements, academic programs, and campus resources.
• Plan and execute recruitment events such as college fairs, open houses, and information sessions to engage potential students.
• Review and evaluate applications, transcripts, and supporting documents to determine eligibility and make admission decisions.
• Collaborate with other departments to ensure a seamless transition from admission to enrollment for accepted students.
• Achieve sales targets and KPIs through effective communication, follow‑up, and closing strategies, maintaining accurate records of applicant data and admission decisions.

What You Bring To The Table

• A minimum of 2 years of solid sales performance history or record.
• Professional sales training – Bachelor’s degree is preferred.
• Previous experience in education sales or private college admissions is an asset or B2C sales or telemarketing experience.
• Possesses superb verbal communication skills with a confident phone presence, able to make a high volume of reach‑outs (80–150 per day) while maintaining a positive attitude.
• Demonstrates strong resilience in managing rejections and objections, turning them into opportunities.

Bonus Points For

• Exhibits excellent organizational skills and attention to detail for tracking and following up on prospective student interactions.
• Passionate about higher education with a genuine desire to help students succeed, demonstrating strong persuasive skills to convey our institution's value.
• Familiarity with CRM systems or other call management software is a plus.
• Capable of working independently, meeting set targets and goals, and adapting to changing schedules and priorities in a fast‑paced environment.