International Admissions Officer

Lakehead University; Northwestern Ontario; Vor Ort; CAD 55.000 - 75.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Lakehead University in Northwestern Ontario is seeking an International Admissions Officer to guide international applicants through the undergraduate admissions process. The role evaluates credentials and English language qualifications, determines admissibility, and participates in international recruitment to support the university’s globalization goals.

The successful candidate will advise applicants, coordinate submissions, and collaborate with recruitment partners while upholding privacy

Qualifikationen

• One to two years of admissions experience, especially international credentials.
• Knowledge of international credential practices and English language qualifications.
• Excellent written and oral communication, organizational, and presentation skills.
• Ability to communicate with diverse cultures and backgrounds.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and a heavy workload.
• Proficiency with MS Office and Datatel Colleague; experience with student information systems.
• Confidentiality of student records and familiarity with privacy laws (FIPPA).

Aufgaben

• Advise prospective students on admission policies, requirements, and procedures.
• Guide applicants through the application and admission process, respond to inquiries, and address concerns.
• Support international recruitment agents with admissions information and tracking applications.
• Deliver presentations on the application process and admission requirements.
• Evaluate international credentials, accreditation, and English language qualifications.
• Assess and process undergraduate and professional admissions across campuses with consistent policy application.
• Communicate admission decisions, missing documents, and offer conditions; revise offers as needed.
• Maintain accurate applicant records and contribute to admissions system improvements; train colleagues as directed.
• Serve as the lead Admissions Officer for the English Language Program and provide backup support for undergraduate admissions assessments.
• Travel to recruitment events as required; support diverse stakeholders.

Kenntnisse

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Presentation skills

Interpersonal skills

Multicultural communication

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Datatel Colleague

Jobbeschreibung

The International Admissions Officer supports the growth of Lakehead University’s international student community by guiding international applicants through the undergraduate admissions process. The role assesses international academic credentials and English language qualifications, determines admissibility to the University and its undergraduate programs, and participates in international recruitment initiatives that support the University’s internationalization goals.
Conditions of Employment: The successful candidate may be required to complete and satisfactorily pass a police record check as a condition of employment. Any such requirement will be based on the nature of the position and conducted in accordance with applicable privacy, human rights, and employment legislation.

Responsibilities

Applicant Advising and Support

• Advise prospective students, applicants, and students on admission policies, requirements, andprocedures, including the suitability of international qualifications.
• Guide applicants through the application and admission process, respond to inquiries, andaddress admissions-related concerns.
• Support international recruitment agents by providing admissions information, coordinatingagent-submitted applications, and tracking applications for reporting.
• Deliver presentations on the application process, admission requirements, and post-admissionsteps.

Admissions Assessment and Records

• Evaluate international academic credentials, institutional accreditation, document authenticity,grade equivalencies, and English language qualifications.
• Assess and process undergraduate and professional admission applications across bothcampuses, ensuring consistent application of University policies and standards.
• Communicate admission decisions, missing documentation, and offer conditions; revise offersand consider applicants for alternate programs where appropriate.
• Maintain accurate applicant records, contribute to admissions process and systemimprovements, and review admissions communications and resources. Serve as the leadAdmissions Officer for the English Language Program, train colleagues as directed and providebackup support for undergraduate admissions assessments.

Transfer Credit Assessment

• Assess and process transfer credits for international credentials in accordance with Senatepolicies.
• Liaise with academic units to support transfer credit reviews and respond to inquiries aboutassessments and procedures.
• Develop and maintain international course equivalency records and provide backup support fordomestic transfer credit assessments.

International Recruitment and Resource Development

• Participate in international recruitment events and initiatives, provide on-the-spot admissiondecisions at targeted events, and travel as required.
• Research international education systems and curriculum changes, document country-specificadmission requirements, and recommend updates as needed.
• Develop and maintain country-specific admissions guides and international application andadmission information on the departmental website.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• One to two years of experience in admissions, specifically in international credentialassessment.
• Knowledge of admission practices in higher education and a thorough understanding ofinternational education systems and credentials.
• Understanding and appreciation of diverse cultures and backgrounds, with the ability tocommunicate effectively with multicultural populations.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, along with strong organizational, interpersonal,and presentation skills.
• Well-developed research, analytical and decision-making skills.
• Experience interpreting, applying, and explaining policies, regulations, and procedures.
• Ability to work collaboratively and respectfully with colleagues, campus partners, externalcontacts, and international stakeholders.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and a heavy workload.
• Ability to maintain the confidentiality of student records, with an understanding of the Freedomof Information and Protection of Privacy Act (FIPPA) and its application.
• Flexibility, initiative and sound professional judgment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint, along with practical experience usingstudent information systems, specifically Datatel Colleague.
• Ability to travel on University business, often at short notice, and work evenings and weekendsas required.

AI may or may not be used for the screening purposes of this role.

Lakehead University is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and welcomes applications from all qualified individuals including women, racialized persons, Indigenous people, persons with disabilities, and other equity-seeking groups. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority. This is in accordance with Canadian immigration requirements.

Lakehead University has a goal to recruit and retain a diverse workforce as measured by increasing representation of underrepresented groups among applicants, candidates, and hires. Experience working with Indigenous or racialized communities, and/or members of other equity-deserving groups, is a strong asset. A lived experience or worked experience of any of these issues is preferred.

We appreciate your interest; Lakehead University is committed to supporting an accessible environment. Applicants requiring accommodation during the interview process should contact the Office of Human Resources at [phone] ext. 8334 or [e-mail] to make appropriate arrangements.