Virtual Recruitment Specialist

University of Alberta; Edmonton; Hybrid; CAD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Alberta is seeking a Virtual Recruitment Specialist to join our Office of the Registrar. You will develop and implement virtual international recruitment strategies to attract top international students to our campuses.

Working with colleagues across faculties, you will plan and run engaging virtual events and tailor outreach to prospective students throughout the recruitment cycle. You will coordinate with faculty, refine communications, and leverage platforms such as Slate,

Qualifications

• Relevant University Degree.
• Excellent written and spoken English.
• Experience with virtual recruitment tools and campaigns.

Responsibilities

• Develops and implements virtual international recruitment strategy.
• Plans, organizes and executes virtual events.
• Connects with faculty members to organize faculty-specific virtual events targeted at international students.
• Reviews and enhances email communications flow to prospective international students.
• Use of platforms for virtual recruitment, including Slate, Goodkind and the Ambassador platform.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Verbal & written

Virtual recruitment tech

Education

Relevant University Degree

Tools

Slate

Goodkind

Ambassador platform

Job description

Job Description

This competition is open to all applicants however; internal candidates and applicants who were former employees of the University of Alberta will be given priority consideration before external candidates. Please log in to verify your internal candidate status.

Job Description

This competition is open to all applicants however; internal candidates and applicants who were former employees of the University of Alberta will be given priority consideration before external candidates. Please log in to verify your internal candidate status. This position has a term length of one year plus one day from the date of hire.

Location: This role is hybrid with a mix of remote and in-person. Work primarily takes place at North Campus, Edmonton.

The Virtual Recruitment Specialist enhances international virtual recruitment communications in order to increase the number of qualified international students choosing to study at the University of Alberta.

Choosing where to study is a life-changing decision for international students and their families and you will play an important role in helping them choose the right path at the U of A.

Working collaboratively with colleagues across the university, you will enhance existing and implement new virtual activities and campaigns targeted at international students throughout the recruitment cycle.

You will play a key role in attracting high achieving international students to study at the U of A and growing our international student numbers.

Responsibilities

• Develops and implements virtual international recruitment strategy.
• Plans, organizes and executes virtual events.
• Connects with faculty members to organize and implement faculty specific virtual events targeted at international students.
• Reviews and enhances email communications flow to prospective international students.
• Use of platforms for virtual recruitment, including Slate, Goodkind and the Ambassador platform.

Qualifications

• Relevant University Degree.
• High attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Technical skills that with enhance proliferation of our virtual recruitment strategy.
• Engaging presentation skills and excellent verbal and written skills.

This position is subject to all applicable terms and conditions of the collective agreement between the Governors of the University of Alberta and the Non-Academic Staff Association (NASA).

This position offers a comprehensive benefits package.

About Us

The University of Alberta, its buildings, labs and research stations are primarily located on the territory of Néhiyaw (Cree), Niitsitapi (Blackfoot), Métis, Nakoda (Stoney), Dene, Haudenosaunee (Iroquois) and Anishinaabe (Ojibway/Saulteaux), lands that are now known as part of Treaties 6, 7 and 8 and homeland of the Métis. The University of Alberta respects the sovereignty, lands, histories, languages, knowledge systems and cultures of all First Nations, Métis, and Inuit.

The University of Alberta is a community of knowledge seekers, change makers and world shapers who lead with purpose each and every day. We are home to over 14,000 faculty and staff, more than 40,000 students and a growing community of 300,000 alumni worldwide.

Your work will have a meaningful influence on a fascinating cross-section of people - from our students and community members, to our renowned researchers and innovators, making discoveries and generating solutions that make the world healthier, safer, stronger and more just. Learn more .

At the University of Alberta, we are committed to creating an inclusive and accessible hiring process for all candidates. If you require accommodations to participate in the interview process, please let us know at the time of booking your interview and we will make every effort to accommodate your needs.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those individuals selected for an interview will be contacted.

All University employees have a responsibility to foster a workplace that prioritizes safety in all its forms—physical, cultural, and psychological. This is achieved by promoting a safe environment, adhering to all safety laws, policies and procedures, completing all required safety training, identifying hazards and implementing controls, reporting incidents, and contributing to a culture of belonging and respect, while endeavoring to ensure that all colleagues feel valued and safe to express their thoughts, perspectives and concerns.

The University of Alberta is committed to creating a university community where everyone feels valued, barriers to success are removed, and thriving connections are fostered. We welcome applications from all qualified persons. We encourage women, First Nations, Métis and Inuit persons, members of visible minority groups, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity and expression, and all those who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas and the University to apply.

L’Université de l’Alberta s’engage à créer une communauté universitaire où chaque personne se sent valorisée, où les obstacles à la réussite sont éliminés et où des connexions enrichissantes peuvent se développer. Nous accueillons les demandes de toutes les personnes qualifiées. Nous encourageons les femmes; Premières nations, Métis et Inuits; membres des groupes minoritaires visibles; personnes handicapées; personnes de toute orientation sexuelle ou identité et expression de genre; et toutes les personnes qui peuvent contribuer à la diversification des idées et à l'université à postuler.

About The Team

The Office of the Registrar (RO) plays a key role in every aspect of the student experience, from recruitment to graduation and beyond. The RO also supports the broader campus community, including faculties, departments, and other units.