Coordinator, Admissions and Transfer

University of the Fraser Valley; Abbotsford; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking university as a Coordinator in Admissions and Transfer, where you will play a pivotal role in supporting students and enhancing the university's operations. This position requires a detail-oriented individual with strong communication and leadership skills to manage applications and transfer credit evaluations. You will work collaboratively within the Office of the Registrar, ensuring compliance with policies and fostering a supportive environment for students. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a vibrant community and shape the future of education for thousands of students.

Benefits

Career and Lifestyle Benefits

Professional Development Opportunities

Inclusive Work Environment

Access to Campus Facilities

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from a recognized post-secondary institution required.
• Three years related experience in a post-secondary Registrar’s Office preferred.
• Experience supervising others or providing leadership as a Team lead.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day processing of domestic and international undergraduate applications.
• Ensure policy compliance and data quality standards in admissions.
• Lead the processing of transfer credit requests.

Skills

Communication Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Attention to Detail

Leadership

Interpersonal Skills

Data-Based Decision Making

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Tools

MS Office (Excel, Outlook)

Student Records Systems

Large Scale Databases

Job description

Coordinator, Admissions and Transfer

Office of the Registrar
Abbotsford (King Road)
Application deadline:May 25, 2025

The Coordinator, Admissions and Transfer supports students and the University community by ensuring the efficient and effective daily operations of admission and transfer credit evaluation services within the Office of the Registrar. This position monitors and assesses complex and confidential matters relating to the application, admission, and transfer credit assessment.

Reporting to the Manager, Admissions, the Coordinator, Admissions and Transfer is responsible for managing the day-to-day processing of domestic and international undergraduate degree seeking applications, making decisions to ensure policy compliance and data quality standards, and leading the day-to-day processing of transfer credit requests. This includes using independent discretion and judgment to make decisions. Through leadership, innovation, and collaboration with other parts of the institution, this position will ensure that the work of the office is informed by and supports the goals and mission of the university.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree from a recognized post-secondary institution.

Formal or informal supervisory training is preferred.

Three (3) years related experience, preferably in a post-secondary Registrar’s Office.

Experience supervising others or providing leadership as a Team lead.

Demonstrated ability to influence and guide team members towards meeting established department goals.

Knowledge of BC and Canadian post-secondary education systems, governance and policies.

Ability to work quickly and accurately, with attention to detail.

Advanced level computer skills in MS Office, specifically Excel and Outlook.

Experience working with student records systems, large scale databases, reporting tools, and other student facing systems.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Ability to communicate patiently and effectively, orally and in writing, with a diverse range of people and situations.

Actively listens to the issues of others in a manner that elicits cooperation and support.

Demonstrates an effective and adaptive skill in communicating with students/individuals under stress.

Excellent interpersonal communication skills, with ability to cope in stressful situations.

Ability to deal effectively with a diverse population.

Experience dealing with a diverse population.

Ability to manage multiple demands and work independently with minimal supervision as well as part of a team.

Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to be proactive in finding solutions.

Demonstrated experience with data-based decision making.

Must hold a valid BC Drivers’ License and own (or have access to) a vehicle (Inter campus travel required).

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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