Assistant Director of Admissions

CDI College, Inc.; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Edmonton is seeking an Admissions Representative to drive enrollment growth by engaging with prospective students. You will facilitate seamless enrollment experiences and help promote diverse program offerings. The ideal candidate has a strong sales background with excellent communication skills and a passion for education. This full-time position offers the chance to make a significant impact in students' educational journeys.

Qualifications

• 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 or B2C sales.

Responsibilities

• Lead enrollment growth initiatives and engage with prospective students.
• Assist in developing and implementing strategies to attract and enroll students.
• Plan and execute recruitment events to engage potential students.

Skills

Sales performance history

Verbal communication skills

Resilience

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

CRM systems

Job description

CDI College is Canada's largest private college network with over 50 years of educational excellence with 23 campuses in British Columbia, Alberta, Ontario, Quebec and Manitoba. Our innovation and dynamism shine through a range of 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 certifications 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

Job Type

Full Time, Permanent

Expected Start Date

October 20

Your Day to Day

In this role, you'll lead enrollment growth initiatives, engaging with prospective students to promote our diverse program offerings. Within the ADOA's purview are:

• 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 or B2C sales or telemarketing.
• 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.

Don’t hold back!—apply today, even if you do not tick every skills list. We cherish diverse skill sets, knowing your unique experiences and perspectives enrich our dynamic team.

We are proudly Canadian — rooted in our diverse communities, guided by our values, and committed to growing together from coast to coast.