Enrolment Management Coordinator, Faculty of Health - Competition ID: 4761

Job summary

The Enrolment Management Coordinator leads recruitment, admissions, and student progression strategies for the Faculty of Health. They are responsible for defining operational procedures, monitoring student re-entry, and supporting committee functions to ensure faculty goals are met.

Job details

Kwantlen Polytechnic University (KPU) is Canada’s only polytechnic university, proudly serving the South Fraser region for more than 40 years. With campuses in Surrey, Richmond, Langley, and Cloverdale, KPU is deeply connected to the communities it serves and to the diverse cultures, backgrounds, and lived experiences of its students. Through academic excellence, applied learning, innovation, and strong industry and community partnerships, KPU prepares students for meaningful futures. As an open-access university, KPU is powered by the people who live and work here. We believe every employee plays a meaningful role in supporting student learning and success. We are honoured to carry the name of the Kwantlen First Nation and are committed to equity, inclusion, reconciliation, and respectful relationships. As one of BC’s Top Employers, KPU is dedicated to fostering a supportive, inclusive, and engaged workplace where employees feel valued, connected to purpose, and empowered to make an impact. We invite you to explore your next career opportunity at KPU and discover how your work can contribute to a university where thought truly meets action. Competition ID: 4761 Internal Closing Date: September 29, 2026 External Closing Date: Open Until Filled # of Openings: 1 Salary Information: 12 - BCGEU Pay Grid - $32.94 to $36.78 per hour Employment Type: Permanent Full Time Workplace Type: Hybrid Travel Frequency: Occasional travel between campuses is required. Employee Group: Support Staff (BC General Employees Union) Days of Work (BCGEU): Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday Hours of Work (BCGEU): 8:30am-4:30pm Hours per Week (BCGEU): 35 We are currently seeking an Enrolment Management Coordinator, Faculty of Health to join our Faculty of Health team. Job Overview The Enrolment Management Coordinator is instrumental in shaping the leadership landscape within the recruitment and admissions cycle, and student progression in the Faculty of Health (FOH). Beyond supporting student recruitment, admissions, and retention, the coordinator assumes a leadership role in defining the overarching strategy and direction for FOH related processes. In a leadership role within the recruitment and admissions cycle, the Coordinator takes charge of devising and executing inventive strategies to draw in high-caliber students for the FOH. This extends to leading the selection process for FOH’s limited intake programs that have unique application requirements; and monitoring student progression to facilitate full course sections and the re-entry of students. This leadership role includes actively shaping the strategic development of FOH procedures to ensure they align with the FOH’s mission and goals. Through a comprehensive leadership approach, the Coordinator plays a pivotal role in fostering the growth and success of the Faculty of Health. Priority consideration will be given to BCGEU employees currently impacted by layoff at the same or lower pay grade. Education And Experience Diploma or completion of two years’ post-secondary education. Progressive general office experience that includes three years’ experience in a similar position within a unionized environment; post-secondary work experience is an asset. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Demonstrated knowledge of policies and procedures related to post-secondary selective entry admissions. Experience in student recruitment, reviewing and providing feedback on application submissions, letters and interviews. Proven ability to meet changing priorities, multitasking, work to deadlines and make responsible decisions while maintaining high levels of customer service. Excellent interpersonal, organization, planning, coordination, problem-solving and follow-up skills. Excellent written and oral communication skills. Be able to independently draft correspondence and reports of a routine nature based on knowledge of established style and practices. Experience with supporting committees, demonstrated ability to create agendas, record and distribute minutes. Demonstrated skills in computer and Internet applications (e.g., Windows environment, Word, Excel, email, PebblePad and web browser). Demonstrated ability to create and maintain databases and tracking systems. Demonstrated ability to work both independently and as a member of a team. Demonstrates sound judgment in identifying issues that require escalation and knows when and to whom concerns should be raised. Demonstrated ability to anticipate issues, identify emerging needs, and take appropriate proactive steps to support students and program operations Must have access to reliable, independent transportation to travel regularly between campuses (Langley, Surrey, and Richmond). Experience handling confidential information. Possession of a valid driver’s license and access to a vehicle is required. Job Description Please click here for a more detailed job description. As per the KPU-BCGEU Collective Agreement, qualified internal applicants within the BCGEU bargaining unit are given first consideration in filling this position. Internal applicants must apply by 11:59pm on the internal closing date in order to be considered as an internal applicant. Internal applications received after the closing date will be considered as an external applicant. Salary Information Salary and wage increments are in accordance with the Collective Agreement. Total Rewards As a part of our total rewards offerings, KPU also offers extended health and dental benefits, healthcare spending account, generous vacation package, defined pension plan, parenthood top-up, sick leave, long-term disability, life insurance, professional development days, tuition waiver, inhouse training & development, inter-campus transportation, and more! Note: Eligibility requirements apply, benefits may vary depending on the employee group the position belongs to and whether the position offered is temporary or part-time. Visit https://www.kpu.ca/hr for more information on KPU’s workplace, culture and total rewards. Note to Applicants Kwantlen Polytechnic University welcomes and encourages applications from equity deserving groups and diverse experiences including, but not limited to, Indigenous people, racialized people, people with disabilities, and members of the 2S/LGBTQIA+ community. If there are any barriers that you are experiencing or an accommodation that we can provide to support you through the application process, please reach out to us at talentacquisition@kpu.ca. Kwantlen Polytechnic University is committed to protecting the safety and welfare of employees, students, and the general public, and upholding the reputation and integrity of the University. For this reason, final applicants will be asked to undergo a background check. We thank all applicants for their interest in employment with KPU. Only candidates who are legally eligible to work in Canada will be considered; only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

What you’ll do

The Enrolment Management Coordinator leads recruitment, admissions, and student progression strategies for the Faculty of Health. They are responsible for defining operational procedures, monitoring student re-entry, and supporting committee functions to ensure faculty goals are met.

Requirements

Candidates must possess a diploma or two years of post-secondary education along with three years of progressive office experience in a unionized environment. Strong organizational, communication, and computer skills are required, as well as a valid driver's license and access to a vehicle for inter-campus travel.

Benefits

• Extended health benefits • Dental benefits • Healthcare spending account • Vacation package • Defined pension plan • Parenthood top-up • Sick leave • Long-term disability • Life insurance • Professional development days • Tuition waiver • Inhouse training & development • Inter-campus transportation

Listed skills

• Time management · Preferred
• Customer service · Preferred
• written communication · Preferred
• Problem solving · Preferred
• interpersonal skills · Preferred
• Multitasking · Preferred
• Microsoft Office · Preferred
• data management · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Student recruitment
• Admissions
• Data management
• Tracking systems
• Customer service
• Problem-solving
• Interpersonal skills
• Written communication
• Oral communication
• Committee support
• Database management
• Multitasking
• Time management
• Strategic planning
• Microsoft Office

Job areas

• Education
• Administrative
• Management & Leadership
• Customer Service & Support