St. Thomas University

Works within a data driven system to meet and exceed targets for territory of responsibility. Works as a team to help others reach their goals.

Assists in planning, implementation and evaluation of comprehensive and effective recruitment strategy; follows up through correspondence, repeat visits, telethons, campus tours, etc.

Assists in recruitment related event planning and event execution.

Works extensively with our digital Customer Relations Management system.

Evaluates applications for admission to our BA program.

Contributes to International recruitment as required. Assists in maintaining a system to ensure the accuracy and authenticity of all international documents submitted. An understanding of International and American curricula is an asset.

Arranges virtual meetings with students, guidance counsellors, teachers, and principals, as appropriate. Conducts virtual presentations to students and parents.

Maintains virtual student engagement. In a timely fashion, responds to inquiries from prospective students, guidance counsellors, parents and others via email, text, telephone, zoom or teams, or in person.

Arranges and conducts campus tours for individuals and groups.

Participates in the selection, training, and supervision of student employees.

Maintains familiarity with high school curricula and builds and maintains relationships with high school guidance counsellors.

Contributes to an effective admissions service with a variety of administrative and clerical duties and performing other duties as assigned.

Contributes to developing content for marketing projects and recruitment and admissions related promotional materials-may include e-newsletters, website content, direct mail pieces, social media content.

Assists with helping new high school students register for their first-year classes.

Performs other related duties as required.

A university degree. Preference given to St. Thomas University graduates.

Demonstrated capacity to deal effectively, with poise and confidence, with students, parents, guidance counsellors, and other important stakeholders.

Demonstrated professionalism and well-developed communications skills, both written and verbal.

Excellent public speaking skills and the ability to present the University in a positive way to diverse populations.

Strong interpersonal skills including the ability to perform duties requiring tact, sensitivity, and cultural competency.

Strong organizational skills; the ability to work independently and as a member of a team; capable of beginning or following through with a plan or task without being prompted.

Understanding of and experience with digital media and content creation-social, web, CMS, CRM, etc. considered an asset.

Understanding of St. Thomas University's mission, values, and policies, along with its academic and administrative structures and the St. Thomas University Strategic Plan.

Knowledge of Canadian education systems, as well as a working knowledge of American and International systems.

Sensitivity to the needs, challenges, and interests of prospective university students, including international students.

High level of accuracy and attention to detail.

Demonstrated proficiency with word processing skills and database management systems.

A valid driver's license.

Bilingual (English & French) is an asset.

Working Conditions:

Frequent travel required when permitted, considering all government protocols around our response to COVID.

Extensive off-site travel leads to regular disruption in lifestyle and work schedules.

Irregular working hours. Evening and weekend work required.

Given the frequent travel and the need to transport and distribute large quantities of promotional materials, physical stamina is a prerequisite.

St. Thomas University

Founded in 1910, St. Thomas is a primarily undergraduate university located in Fredericton, NB. With an enrolment of 1,700 students, STU offers Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Social Work degrees for undergraduates, in addition to distinctive program opportunities like the Bachelor of Arts (Aviation Stream), the Mi’kmaq and Wolastoqey Bachelor of Social Work, and the Bachelor of Applied Arts. For those interested in post-degree or graduate studies, St. Thomas offers a Bachelor of Education and a Master of Social Work.

Professors are distinguished scholars, authors, and commentators, and provide an outstanding education to their students. STU outperforms the Canadian university average for effective teaching, a supportive environment, student-faculty interactions, and higher order learning (National Survey of Student Engagement). Students report greater gains in critical thinking, writing, and problem solving when compared to the national average (CUSC Survey of First-Year Students). The university holds Canada Research Chairs in global and transnational studies and in physical culture and social life, as well as a health research chair in community health and aging.

Mission

St. Thomas University prioritizes teaching and learning so that each student is prepared for personal and career fulfillment. Through leading programs informed by our humanistic approach and opportunities for experiential education, we offer a robust and inclusive learning community that fosters connections across academic disciplines and emerging scholarly areas. On our beautiful campus, supportive faculty and staff create the ideal place for discovery and possibility. Each St. Thomas student is empowered to think independently, communicate effectively, and act responsibly. Meaningful contributions to the communities we serve locally, nationally, and globally are made today, through our teaching and research, and tomorrow, through the success of our alumni.

Vision

St. Thomas University commits to become the leading choice for students seeking a holistic university student experience.