Student Recruitment Officer

Nipissing University; North Bay; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a dynamic Student Recruitment Officer to enhance awareness and boost enrolment at their institution. This role involves extensive travel across Ontario, engaging with prospective students and building relationships with various stakeholders. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in customer service and student recruitment, along with an undergraduate degree. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a significant impact on the future of education while working in a supportive team environment. If you are passionate about connecting with students and promoting educational opportunities, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of experience in customer service and student recruitment.
• Valid G class Ontario Driver’s license required.

Responsibilities

• Promote Nipissing University throughout Ontario.
• Engage with prospective students and university representatives.

Skills

Customer Service

Student Recruitment

Relationship Building

Communication

Education

Undergraduate Degree

Job description

Full-Time Support Staff – (3 Month Contract - 5 Positions available)

Reporting to the Associate Registrar, Recruitment, the Student Recruitment Officer (SRO) will work within a team environment and play an important role in Nipissing University’s recruitment activities. The SRO will be part of the front-line team responsible for building awareness and growing enrolment at the institution.

The SRO will travel throughout Ontario to promote Nipissing University. Responsibilities include creating meaningful relationships and engaging in correspondence and follow-up with internal and external contacts such as prospective students, supporters, guidance counsellors, teachers, professors, and other university representatives.

This position requires extensive travel across Ontario, with regular evening and weekend work. Candidates must be available for the Ontario Universities Fair in late September and our Fall Open House in October. Work hours may be rotated and flexible depending on departmental needs. The Student Recruitment Officer will be notified in advance of any schedule changes as per Article 22.02 of the collective agreement. The contract will start on August 11, 2025, and end on November 21, 2025.

Qualifications include an undergraduate degree, preferably from Nipissing University, and one to two years of experience in customer service and student recruitment. A valid G class Ontario Driver’s license and a current criminal record/vulnerable sector check are required.

Applicants should submit a combined letter of application and resume via email to [e-mail] by 4:00 p.m., May 9, 2025.

Hiring is subject to final budget approval. In accordance with Article 12.05 (b) of the OPSEU Collective Agreement, priority will be given to internal applicants. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted. The university encourages applications from Indigenous peoples, women, persons with disabilities, 2SLGBTQI+ individuals, and racialized minorities, and requests self-identification in the cover letter.

Nipissing University is committed to accessible employment and will provide accommodations during the hiring process upon request. For accommodation requests, contact Human Resources at [e-mail].