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This position is a part of the Non-Academic Staff Association (NASA).

This position offers a comprehensive benefits package.

Location - This role is hybrid, with a mix of remote and in-person work. Work primarily takes place at the Augustana Campus in Camrose, Alberta.

Reporting to the Student Recruitment Service Partner, Campuses, the Student Recruiter, Augustana position within Student Recruitment is responsible for disseminating information and effectively promoting the University of Alberta, specifically Augustana Campus, to prospective students across Canada.

This exciting and diverse position supports the execution of Augustana recruitment strategies, specializing in the promotion of programs and services offered within the Augustana Campus to high school students in Canada, post-secondary transfer students, their parents, and counsellors, and assists in the execution of the University's undergraduate recruitment strategy. This includes developing and implementing recruitment initiatives to help meet the strategic enrolment goals of the Augustana Campus.

This position requires extensive travel across Alberta and Canada to select high schools, colleges, and special events to recruit prospective students via presentations and one-on-one interactions, including driving a University of Alberta fleet vehicle to local and rural Alberta recruitment events. This position will participate in recruiting and connecting with prospective students using virtual platforms.

Located in Camrose on Treaty 6 territory, Augustana Campus offers a unique learning experience rooted in the liberal arts and embedded in rural Alberta. Home to approximately 900 students, the campus offers undergraduate and graduate programs through the Augustana Faculty and the Faculty of Rehabilitation Medicine. Augustana provides close-knit, supportive learning environments with extensive opportunities for student engagement in athletics, clubs, and campus life—delivering a small-campus experience with a world-class degree.

• Travels across Alberta and Canada, targeting select high schools and special events to
  recruit prospective students via engaging presentations, booth fairs, and one-on-one advising.

• Provides on-campus and virtual advising to prospective students, parents, and guests in both 1:1 and group settings.

• Responds to both routine and non-standard inquiries about the university, work-integrated learning opportunities, student services, admission requirements, and admission status. Answers a range of questions on a variety of subject areas (such as the conversion of domestic curricula, IP/AP conversion, connections to career pathways and scholarships, etc.) Escalates inquiries when required.

• Promotes the University of Alberta at various recruitment events and cultivates relationships with prospective high school students and their parents, including extensive public speaking.

• Works closely with all Student Recruitment positions to address the strategic needs of Augustana Campus and the university.

• Develops, grows and maintains strong relationships with key stakeholders, such as high school counsellors and community members, on behalf of Augustana Campus.

• Responds to student, parent, and counsellor inquiries.

• Engages audiences in an age-appropriate, culturally aware, and inclusive manner.

• Plans and executes faculty-specific special events, including Registration Workshops, Information Sessions, Advising sessions, and other special events, both virtual and in-person.

• Participates in coordinated recruitment activities with other student recruiters, colleagues within Student Recruitment and other client groups.

• Evaluates attended recruitment initiatives by reporting prospective engagement, lead generation, number of publications provided, event attendance, and other meaningful notes describing the purpose and utility of the event for evaluation and future planning purposes.

• Brainstorms and proposes new and innovative ideas to improve prospective student engagement for the purpose of recruitment.

• Drives the collection of leads from potential students and monitors their progression throughout the enrollment funnel. Enters data into university systems in order to track potential applicants.

• Assists prospective students with the admissions application process. Helps to troubleshoot admission challenges to ensure the admissibility of the applicant pool. Works with applicants to encourage offer acceptance and yield, ultimately increasing enrolment at the University.

• Keeps admitted students engaged and continually conveys the value of attending the U of A; plans and implements yield initiatives accordingly.

• Assists in the development of virtual recruitment tools and resources, such as creating virtual booths on behalf of faculties, Colleges, and the university (tip sheets, chat rooms).

• The ideal candidate will have an Undergraduate Degree, with a preference for an Augustana graduate; equivalent combinations of education and experience will also be considered.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; strong public speaking skills.

• Ability to work collaboratively within a large complex organization with a variety of stakeholders across many disciplines and maintain high levels of professionalism.

• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision to meet targets, goals, and expectations.

• Strong cultural sensitivity, tact, and diplomacy.

• Proof of a valid Class 5 (non-GDL) driver’s license and the ability to be authorized to drive U of A fleet vehicles (fleet safety driver authorization page).

Application Instructions

Please submit your resume and cover letter.

The University of Alberta acknowledges that we are located on Treaty 6 territory, and respects the histories, languages and cultures of First Nations, Métis, Inuit and all FirstPeoples of Canada, whose presence continues to enrich our vibrant community.

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.