Recruiter

OCAD University; Toronto; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

OCAD University is seeking a part-time Recruiter to support the Admissions and Recruitment team. The role includes engaging with potential students, promoting the university, and assisting in recruitment efforts through various events and outreach initiatives. Ideal candidates will have a degree from OCAD, excellent public speaking skills, and a passion for art and design education.

Benefits

4% vacation pay

7% in lieu of benefits

Qualifications

• Demonstrated strength in public speaking and presenting.
• Valid Ontario G class driver's license is mandatory.
• Flexibility in work hours; must be willing to work evenings and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Participate in strategic A&R planning and communication events.
• Support applicants in program fit and application preparation.
• Represent OCAD U at various public speaking engagements and recruitment events.

Skills

Public Speaking

Organizational Skills

Attention to Detail

Education

OCAD University degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

CRM/database applications

Job description

OCAD University acknowledges the ancestral territories of the Mississaugas of the Credit, the Haudenosaunee, the Anishinaabeg and the Huron-Wendat, who are the original owners and custodians of the land on which we work, stand and create.

Please note that internal job postings are open only to current permanent OPSEU Local 576 Unit 1 employees and temporary OPSEU Local 576 Unit 1 employees with one year of continuous service.

Reporting to the Lead, National Student Recruitment, the Recruiter is part of the Admissions & Recruitment (A&R) team who work to support learners at various ages and stages to discover pathways into art & design education. As an OCAD University (OCAD U) ambassador, the Recruiter connects with learners virtually and in-person in high school classrooms, university fairs and various education events, and meets with teachers, supporters and families. The Recruiter supports applicants to find the right program fit and prepare their best application or portfolio for admission. The Recruiter plays an important role in supporting the University in how it achieves its enrolment targets, while providing valuable insight into how the University can better support future generations of OCAD U students.

Summary of Responsibilities:

• Participate in overall strategic A&R planning, events and communications
• Assist in the planning, development and implementation of student recruitment initiatives, special projects, events and communications
• Represent OCAD U in in-person and virtual public speaking engagements such as presentations, university fairs, events, and workshops about OCAD U programs, portfolio and application process, student life and community, as well as life in Toronto
• Participate in virtual recruitment programming (e.g. virtual school visits, online information-sessions, virtual portfolio reviews)
• Travel to secondary schools and event locations across the Greater Toronto Area (GTA) and Ontario
• Participate in University information program events and independent school visits across Canada as required
• Support the University’s recruitment enrolment targets and objectives through data entry, report writing and clerical work
• Promote OCAD U’s pre-university programs and services as well as available awards, scholarships and bursaries
• Support the recruitment team in other recruitment activities contributing to the successful operation of the A&R Office

Qualifications:

• OCAD University degree and an obvious esteem for art, design and OCAD U
• Knowledge of all OCAD U programs, curriculums and admissions requirements
• Some knowledge of Ontario and provincial high school curriculums
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications, web management software and familiarity with CRM/database applications an asset
• Demonstrated strength and comfort with public speaking and an ability to present detailed information clearly and promote the University in a positive manner
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Proven ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team environment
• Demonstrated commitment to the principles of equity and diversity, and experience promoting a respectful work and learning environment for students, staff and faculty
• Valid Ontario G class driver's license is mandatory
• Flexibility in work hours; must be willing to work irregular hours (occasional evenings and weekends), as required

Compensation: $23.48 per hour, plus 4% vacation pay and 7% in lieu of benefits.

Number of Opportunities: Three (3), subject to budgetary approval.

Hours of Work:This is a part-time, casual opportunity. Hours will vary up to 25 - 30 hours per week. This is a temporary contract expected to conclude on November 28, 2025.

The incumbent in this role will be expected to report to work on campus.

Interested internal permanent OPSEU Local 576 Unit 1 or temporary OPSEU Local 576 Unit 1 employees with one year of continuous service applicants are invited to submit an updated *resume and cover letter (PDF) by selecting “Apply Now” below, no later than Friday, June 27th, 2025.

* Please upload your resume and cover letteras one PDF. Please name your upload: FirstName_LastName-Job Code

As an employer committed to employment equity, we encourage applications from members of equity-deserving communities including women, racialized and Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, and persons of all sexual orientations and gender identities/expressions.

We encourage members of designated equity-deserving groups to self-identify within the voluntary Applicant Questionnaire.

All qualified persons are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents of Canada will be given priority. While we thank all candidates for their interest, only those short-listed will be contacted.