Admissions Specialist

Job Responsibility: Position Information Job Title Admissions Specialist Appointment Type Full-time Continuing Position Dates Full-Time Continuing Hours per week/FTE 35 About the Position Reporting to the Manager - Recruitment, Admissions & Articulation, Admission Specialists are key to meeting the college's enrolment goals. Admissions Specialists must maintain current expertise in Lethbridge College's programs and admission policies and procedures, including those relating to transfer credit and academic regulations as well as the educational systems within Canada. The Admissions Specialist plays a key role in the ability of the institution to define and meet its strategic enrolment goals and has responsibility and/or influence for several key points in the enrolment funnel. The Admission Specialists must employ problem solving to ensure that all potential options for enrolling an applicant are considered before making an applicant inadmissible, and to provide applicants with specific advice on becoming eligible for admission in the future. The Admissions Specialist is the face of the institution to applicants during the admissions process, responding to inquiries, issuing admission decision, and awarding transfer credit. Position Details Working within the Registrar's Office, and in collaboration with other members of the Admissions team, the successful candidate will be responsible for, but not limited to, the following activities:

• Reviewing applications to determine eligibility of applicants to programs
• Communicate with the applicant through the admission cycle their status and next steps
• Respond to inquiries from Prospective Students, Applicants, Advisors and High School Counselors
• Review and process transfer credit applications

Required Qualifications

• Two-year College Diploma in Business Administration or Office Administration.
• Effective communication, interpersonal and technical skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Preferred Qualifications Salary AUPE Class Level 9 Step 1 $49,918.15 per annum. Working Here Land Acknowledgement Located on the traditional lands of the Blackfoot Confederacy, Lethbridge College is committed to honouring the land from a place of knowing. We honour the Siksikaitsitapi as both the traditional and current Land Keepers of this area, and we welcome all Indigenous and non-Indigenous peoples who call Blackfoot territory their home to disclose as such when submitting applications. Equity, Diversity and Inclusion At Lethbridge College, we know we all benefit when the rich diversity of our campus community is fully represented, and all students and employees are included. We are committed to identifying and overcoming systemic barriers that impede individuals from underrepresented groups. We are ready to work together to ensure Lethbridge College is a place where all individuals feel valued for their unique perspectives, skills, and contributions and are afforded equal opportunities to participate in learning, research, and innovation. We are committed to creating a diverse environment for all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, disability, and age. Why choose Lethbridge and Lethbridge College Lethbridge College is learner-focused, with an emphasis on experiential and flexible learning experiences and work-integrated learning. We have a strong connection to our community and the land. We also promote a work environment that supports professional development and employee wellness, including flexible work arrangements and schedules that allow for work-life balance. In addition, we prioritize equity, diversity, and inclusion across all areas of our campus community. Lethbridge advantages Lethbridge offers a relatively low cost of living, with mild winters and sun-filled summers. Outdoor adventures await you in the city's vast park systems and river valley, and we're located just an hour and 20 minutes from the mountains. Enjoy the advantages of small-city life while accessing the amenities of a larger city, including arts and culture, sport and recreational facilities, and year-round family-friendly events. Posting Detail Information Posting Number P24-00587 Open Date 07/02/2024 Close Date 07/09/2024 Open Until Filled No Special Instructions to Applicants Lethbridge College is committed to inclusive recruitment practices by providing reasonable access and accommodations to applicants. If you would like to request an accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process, please contact View email address on ca.edajobs.com . Private information received in relation to the request will only be used to facilitate the recruitment process and will be kept confidential and shared only as needed with the selection committee.