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Administrative Professional (Employee Group)

One of Canada’s leading comprehensive universities and a Top Employer in Hamilton- Niagara, and named one of Canada’s Best Employers compiled by Forbes and Statista , Brock University is an inclusive, welcoming campus community that offers a wide range of unique career opportunities for those with passion, energy and expertise . We’re looking for team members who want to help us continue to deliver an exceptional student experience, perform impact-driven research and generate life-changing breakthroughs for our world. Ignite new possibilities for your career. Break through at Brock.

Post End Date:

Note to all candidates: This posting will close at 12:01 am on the date listed .

November 7, 2023

*Please note this is an 18-month fixed term contract with benefits

A Day in the Life…

Reporting to the Manager of Admissions & Assessment, the Admissions Officer will work to ensure the enrolment management goals of the Office of the Registrar and the university at large are met. You will accurately assess and adjudicate standardized curriculum for Undergraduate and Teacher Education programs. You will provide exceptional service for these groups to gather the information needed to make key decisions and ensure this information is promptly provided with an engaging personal touch.

As the Admissions Officer, you will:

• Adjudicate applicant files for admissibility with standardized curricula from domestic and international students for undergraduate and teacher education programs;
• Assist in evaluating academic qualifications to determine authenticity;
• Adjudicate and assign basic transfer credit where applicable and assign continuation of study;
• Convey admission decisions to applicants and respond to their questions with compassion, tact and diplomacy;
• Evaluate and process a high volume of admission applications quickly and accurately;
• Evaluate applicants in consideration of their educational and career goals & objectives to provide appropriate recommendations;
• Advise current and prospective students with respect to admission requirements and other related issues;
• Adjudicate, present and prepare special cases to the Admissions Committee for review;
• Apply knowledge and understanding of Admissions policy to influence and maintain fair and equitable practices;
• Support strategies and action plans to meet program enrollment targets and ensure alignment with University initiatives;
• Participate in recruitment events as required (i.e., Ontario Universities’ Fair, on-campus open houses and fair-style high school events); and
• All other related duties as required and/or assigned by the Reporting to the Manager, Admissions and Assessment or designate.

What you need to Succeed…

• Undergraduate university degree;
• One to two years’ related work experience in a University or College Admissions or Recruitment office or equivalent;
• Knowledge of Canadian and general international educational systems;
• Knowledge of the educational process and courses & programs offered at Brock;
• Experience in making effective decisions and dealing well with ambiguity;
• Solid computer competency including word processing, spreadsheet, database, web applications and web maintenance, social media and internet search engines;
• Excellent interpersonal, customer service, relation-building, problem-solving, and communication skills with professional public speaking ability;
• Strong administrative, organizational and time management skills
• Ability to be innovative, adaptable, and demonstrate initiative; and
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively as a member of a team.

Preferred or Asset Skills…

• Credential evaluation certificates

Salary and Benefit Information

• Job Grade (I), Salary Scale ($45,738-$59,920)*;
• This position includes a comprehensive benefits package

*The salary range indicated is representative of all positions evaluated at this level. Actual salary is determined by assessing related skills, experience, internal equity, and market competitiveness, subject to available budget.

Applicants are required to upload a resume and cover letter as part of the application process.

Brock University is actively committed to diversity and the principles of Employment Equity and invites applications from all qualified candidates. Women, Aboriginal peoples including those who identify as members of First Nations, Inuit and Métis Peoples, members of visible minorities and racialized groups, people with disabilities, and lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer (LGBTQ) persons are encouraged to apply. We will accommodate the needs of the applicants and the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) throughout all stages of the selection process, as outlined in the Employment Accommodation Policy https://brocku.ca/policies/wp-content/uploads/sites/94/Employment-Accommodation-Policy.pdf . Please advise: talent@brocku.ca to ensure your accessibility needs are accommodated through this process. Information received relating to accommodation measures will be addressed confidentially.

It is Brock University’s policy to give consideration to qualified internal applicants.

We appreciate all applications received; however, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Learn more about Brock University by visiting www.brocku.ca