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Halifax, NS
Other
Entry Level
Contract

Mount Saint Vincent University is strongly committed to fostering diversity and inclusion within our community and encourages applications from all qualified candidates including women, persons of any sexual orientations and gender identities and/or expressions, Indigenous persons, African Canadians, other racialized groups, persons with disabilities, and other groups that would contribute to the diversification of our campus. Candidates who identify as being from any of these groups are encouraged to voluntarily self-identify in their application materials. All qualified candidates are welcome to apply; however, priority will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents.

The department of University Relations at Mount Saint Vincent University invites applications for the position of Term Student Recruitment Officer.

Classification: 8 Month, Full-time Term Contract Position
Salary: $46,022 per annum (prorated to reflect the contract term)
Start Date: ASAP

Application Process:

If you require an accommodation at any time during the application process, please let us know. Applications should include a cover letter and resume. This competition closes on September 2, 2024.

What you'll do

Responsibilities

The Student Recruitment Officer contributes to the execution of the student recruitment strategy, the dissemination of marketing and promotional materials, the execution of recruitment initiatives; and communication with prospective students, parents, guidance counselors and other stakeholders with professionalism and confidence. They recruit new students to the University by: attending in-person and virtual education fairs, responding to prospective student inquiries; working with students to complete the application process; planning; and making independent visits to regional feeder schools. They develop and maintain communications and relationships with prospective students and their families, guidance counselors, staff and faculty and other university stakeholders. The priority focus will be recruitment initiatives primarily in the Canadian high school market with potential for crossover into International markets, events for prospective students and their parents and working on initiatives to support other key markets including Indigenous students, and students of African descent.

About You

What you'll need

Qualifications

You are energetic and possess an outgoing personality. You thrive in a team environment, are naturally competitive and your passion for sharing the benefits of the post-secondary experience and the Mount are unmatched. Effective communication, presentation and public speaking skills are needed for the promotion of University programs, services, financial considerations and expected outcomes to prospective students, parents, and educators. A strong commitment to excellent customer service and a dedication to building lasting relationships are also requirements of this position.

An undergraduate degree is required. The successful candidate must be knowledgeable about admission requirements and pre-requisites for academic programs. Strong time management and organizational skills are essential in this deadline-driven, multi-tasking environment. The successful candidate is comfortable working remotely and in a digital environment. This position may require evening and weekend hours, and travel when appropriate. Previous experience in student recruitment considered an asset. A current Canadian driver's license, and a valid passport with no restrictions and in good standing is a requirement. Candidates should be proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Suite, and have an aptitude for, or previous experience, using business enterprise systems such as Colleague, Banner, PeopleSoft, etc.

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Mount Saint Vincent University

A leader in online and experiential learning, Mount Saint Vincent University takes a personalized approach to education to nurture socially responsible global citizens. With equity, diversity, inclusion and accessibility at the fore, MSVU has been challenging the status quo since its founding 150 years ago (1873) and today prioritizes access and impact for all underserved groups. MSVU has been nationally recognized for having one of the lowest student-to-professor ratios across its programs in Arts, Science, Education and Professional Studies; for providing students early access to valuable research opportunities; for its legacy in the advancement of women; and for facilitating critical advancements in food security, healthy aging, literacy, nutrition, childhood development and more. MSVU is located in Mi’kma’ki, the unceded and ancestral territory of the Mi’kmaq People. www.msvu.ca