Admissions Counsellor

Booth University College has an opportunity for an Admissions Counsellor who is an engaging, self-motivated team member with a solid understanding of the post-secondary admissions process.  You are identifying future students as they make key decisions on their educational goals, and assisting them from first contact through to enrollment, while meeting targets and promoting the advantages of Booth University College.  You are creative, energetic and value Christian higher education. This position reports to the Director of Advancement and is a key member of the Admissions team.

Key responsibilities

• Plan and execute recruitment plans for assigned area and/or target population, developing a strategy by creatively utilizing market research, marketing techniques, and knowledge of current best practices in post-secondary enrollment; work collaboratively as part of Admissions team to achieve the institution’s enrollment goals
• Develop and update a database of and engage with teachers, administrators, and other key influencers/contact people; engage with these people to increase awareness of Booth UC, identify potential applicants, and book workshops, information sessions, and other recruitment events
• Develop extensive knowledge of Booth University College academic programs and policies, admissions requirements, campus activities, scholarships, etc.
• Develop a solid understanding of the role of Booth University College within The Salvation Army
• Promote and raise the profile of Booth University College through a variety of activities such as public speaking, career symposiums, campus events, campus visits, recruitment events and meeting with students
• Travel to recruitment events as required
• Collaborate with faculty, staff, and program coordinators to organize presentations, information sessions and recruitment related activities
• Establish and maintain effective relationships with recruiting agents and stakeholders
• Advise and support international students on the application process, tuition, scholarships, study permits, and health insurance
• Manage interactions with government entities such as Manitoba Council for International Education (MCIE) and Canadian Bureau for International Education (CBIE)
• Advise and support students on the application process, tuition, scholarships, residence options, etc.
• Continually qualify the applicant pool
• Monitor receipt of applications and support the prospective students throughout the admission process by maintaining contact, answering their queries, helping them complete required documents, and ensuring file completion
• Review files for acceptance and present admission recommendations to Director of Advancement
• Effectively utilize the CRM (Customer Relationship Management) and Populi SIS (Student Information System) software to execute job responsibilities

QUALIFICATIONS

Required:

• Agreement with the Booth University College statement of faith and commitment to the Mission of Booth University College, while being fully supportive of the integration of faith and learning in a Christian university level setting

• Ability to integrate your Christian faith within the workplace

• Post-secondary degree
• Several years progressive work experience with experience in sales, marketing and/or student recruitment preferred
• Excellent communication and relation-building skills; with effective public speaking skills
• Demonstrated ability to stay positively focused on attaining targets
• Capability to effectively utilize a complex data base system
• Ability to work on registration deadlines, while meeting college-wide enrollment goals
• Proficiency to utilize customer service strategies to recruit students to Booth UC’s programs
• Willing to work flexible hours including some evenings
• Highly organized with excellent follow-up and creative problem-solving skills

• A valid driver’s license and willing to travel

• Satisfactory criminal record check

Assets:

• Experience with a Student Information System (SIS) or Customer Relations Management (CRM) software
• A working understanding of The Salvation Army

This is a full-time 14-month term position with 37.5 hours per week and vacation paid out bi-weekly.  In addition to the compensation package, Booth University College offers a stimulating university college environment, a mission-driven purpose and the opportunity to contribute to change as Booth UC moves forward on its commitment to its mission:  Education for a Better World.

Application Instructions

Applications may be submitted in confidence to Human Resources; Booth University College by email: [email protected].  Applications must include a cover letter.  All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however in accordance with Canadian Immigration requirements, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.  Applications will be reviewed as received, until June 1, 2021.

About Booth University College

Booth UC is a Christian university college located in Winnipeg, Manitoba (Canada) and rooted in The Salvation Army’s history of meeting the needs of the most vulnerable in society. As an open enrollment institution, we welcome students from many different backgrounds, cultures and countries. Deeply committed to social justice, we blend Christian faith and rigorous scholarship with a passion for service. Our approach to learning is anchored in academic excellence and based on a vision of social justice, hope and mercy for all.  We are committed to our mission:  Education for a Better World.  This is described in our mission statement:

William and Catherine Booth University College, a Christian university college rooted in The Salvation Army’s Wesleyan theological tradition, brings together Christian faith, rigorous scholarship and a passion for service. The University College educates students to understand the complexities of our world, to develop the knowledge and skills necessary to be active contributors to society, and to know how Christian faith compels them to bring hope, social justice and mercy into our world.