Student Recruiter-Domestic

COMPETITION NUMBER: 744
CLOSING DATE: November 22, 2024 @ 11:59PM MST

ENROLMENT & COMMUNICATIONS - MARKETING

Are you a natural story teller? A people-person? Can you walk into a room and introduce yourself to people you've never met? We're looking for a Student Recruiter who can build relationships, using public speaking and sales strategies to focus on domestic prospective students, combining a strong understanding of the Alberta high school to post-secondary pathways.

Reporting to the Manager, Student Recruiter supports enrolment targets through identifying, informing, and recruiting prospective students and key influencers about and for NorQuest College and our programs, courses, and services. By establishing, developing, and managing relationships with key community schools, partners, and agencies, the Student Recruiter attracts and supports prospective learners and hosts organized recruitment events including trade and career shows, information sessions, Open Houses, Information Nights, presentations for schools, communities, agencies, and college tours.

The Student Recruiter understands how to listen, adapt, and learn about a prospective student's individual needs and apply those needs to what the College offers. They understand how to speak clearly and persuasively to keep students engaged and aware of what NorQuest can provide for their future. The Student Recruiter practices empathy, they can more readily understand a prospective student's situation and how they can best pitch a course or program to that prospective student.

HOW YOU'LL MAKE A DIFFERENCE:

• Participate in the planning and execution of the recruitment plans to reach the target audience for a specific portfolio: settlement, community, cultural organizations or industry
• Attend recruitment events throughout the region, such as tradeshows, career fairs, community events, information sessions, presentations for high schools, communities and agencies that are applicable for their portfolio.
• Organize, direct, and participate in internal recruitment events and activities including the annual Open House and Information Night, Fall and Spring Breakfasts, and college tours.
• Recruit applicants through individuals and group information sessions.
• Recruit current NorQuest students in foundational programs to ladder into post-secondary and other relevant programs.
• Document and report on recruitment tactics.
• Establish and manage positive working relationships with external schools, counselors, teachers, instructors, agencies, front-line government agents, counselors, communities, industry, and others for the purposes of recruiting students to NorQuest College as assigned for the portfolio they are leading.
• Plan, execute, and evaluate two influencer breakfasts a year (one for high school counsellors and the other for community representatives).
• Build, maintain, and update influencer contact information lists through our customer relationship management (CRM) system.
• Provide information, outreach, and responses to inquiries from influencers regarding programs, requirements, student services, college information, and career options using printed materials, email, letters, presentations, and face-to-face discussions on a regular basis.
• Collaborate and participate in organizing committees with other post-secondary institutions, such as Educational Liaison Association of Alberta (ELAA)
• Develop and maintain positive working relationships with other post-secondary institutions for the purposes of understanding and sharing information on transferability and laddering to and from NorQuest College programs and other institutions.
• Develop and maintain strong, positive working relationships throughout the college to understand and communicate college programs and services information to prospects and influencers.
• Develop and execute conversion strategies and applicant follow-up.
• Promote alternative program options that have not met capacity targets to waitlisted applicants.
• Understand cross-cultural issues that affect our student population in an effort to remove barriers and improve student retention and success.
• Regularly review information on labour market demands/trends that can/may affect recruitment efforts and the advice offered to prospective students.

WHAT YOU BRING:

• University degree in a related field, or a Diploma is preferred.
• 2 + Years Experience and comfort public speaking, ideally experience in a customer-service and/or sales role.
• Post-secondary experience would be considered an asset.
• An understanding of entrance requirements and/or career opportunities and knowledge of the post-secondary system is a significant asset.
• Clean criminal record check within the last 30-days.
• Availability including evenings and weekends. Extensive travel, including out-of-town, may be required.
• Possession of a valid driver’s license and vehicle.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office including Excel and PowerPoint at an intermediate-to-expert level.
• Experience using CRM systems and social media platforms.

WHAT MAKES YOU A DIFFERENCE MAKER?

As a difference maker you bring:

• Superior interpersonal skills including relationship building, tact, diplomacy, and discretion.
• Demonstrated skill in public speaking and public relations.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to set priorities, multi-task, and work with minimal supervision and remain focused on objectives.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to respond quickly to changing client/environmental needs.
• Demonstrated event management skills.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills.

SALARY: $2,078 - $2,700 bi-weekly, reflective upon what you bring AKA your education and experience. This is a full-time permanent position with immediate access to our great benefits.

We offer flexible work options. We strive for balance between a flexible work environment, connectedness to the campus community, and ensuring NorQuesters are set up to succeed in their roles and responsibilities.

Additional Information: Pre-Employment Checks will be completed to assess the candidate’s suitability for a role. These checks may include (but are not limited to): references, criminal record check, academic verification, etc.

For applicants who have completed post-secondary studies from outside of Canada, it is recommended they obtain an assessment of their credentials from a recognized Canadian Credential Evaluator, such as:

• International Qualifications Assessment Service https://www.alberta.ca/international-qualifications-assessment
• World Education Services https://www.wes.org/ca/

We encourage applicants to include the assessment certificate as part of their application.

This competition may be used to fill future vacancies, across NorQuest College, at the same or lower classification level.

Our Commitment to Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion:

We're on a journey to become an inclusive, anti-racist, and decolonized organization. NorQuesters are trailblazers – we are curious, creative, and innovative - our lived experiences are honoured, creating accessibility and a sense of belonging for everyone.

NorQuest 2030 We Are Who We Include shares our strength and difference comes from who is included, and along with our students we are learning and growing to listen deeply and say what we feel.

NorQuest College is committed to being an employer of choice for First Nations, Métis, and Inuit people by recognizing, respecting, and supporting Indigenous people's self-determination through the institution’s work in decolonization, reconciliation, and Indigenization.

Accessibility: At NorQuest, we are who we include. We strive to provide access and accommodation throughout the recruitment, application, and selection process. We want to create opportunities for you to confidently be your authentic self. If you would like an accommodation at any stage of the process, please reach out to [email protected].

Apply to Become a NorQuester: If this opportunity delights you and your expertise will shine in this role, we invite you to apply for this position online by uploading your resume and cover letter combined as one document.

PSST: Only candidates shortlisted for an interview will be contacted and we’ll make sure to do this within 28 days of the closing date.