Recruitment Coordinator (2): Competition #163
An Internal/External Posting in the PPWC Employee Group.
Nelson: Tenth Street
Posted:
Wednesday, August 22, 2018
Closes: Wednesday, August 29, 2018
Reporting to the Manager of Communications and Advancement and utilizing a service excellence approach, this position is responsible for upholding the integrity of the recruitment strategy of the College, serving as a liaison between the College and key constituents, identifying and facilitating innovative College wide and program specific recruitment opportunities, events and presentations.
This position is responsible for the development and distribution of promotional materials, analyzes and assimilates market research to assist in enrolment management strategies, and researches and writes communications materials as required.
Main Duties and Responsibilities
Promotes the Selkirk College brand positioning through communication of key messages designed to encourage and increase enrolment and raise awareness of programs and student services including:
- Works within the Marketing Communications department, liaising with internal schools and departments to identify recruitment opportunities, target student populations, and to develop, execute and evaluate recruitment plans and campaigns
- Leads the development and implementation of visitation schedules for high schools, agencies, career fairs and/or conferences to meet prospective students, counsellors and administrators to discuss program offerings and answer/gather questions concerning curriculum, admission requirements, enrollment procedures, timelines, student services and student life
- Strategizes, plans, sources and utilizes merchandise to supports the recruitment process; raises the profile and builds the positive image of the college through leading institutional participation in community events such as fairs, parades and other regional events
- Leads the collaborative planning, development and implementation of new and automated processes and procedures to track and communicate with student prospects
- Leads the development of recruitment collateral such as letters, flyers, brochures, web and social media content
- Leads the development, monitoring, and evaluation of various forms of educational partnerships including the development of new and existing transition programs in support of the West Kootenay School Districts and Selkirk College Partnership with goals of increasing career awareness, credit transfer, and seamless secondary to post-secondary transition
- Acts with professionalism and integrity at all times
Skills, Knowledge and Abilities
- Excellent interpersonal, written, verbal, customer service skills; excellent organizational skills and attention-to-detail
- Knowledge of BC high school, post-secondary system, institutions and programs
- Knowledge of principles and practices of recruitment; admissions policies, procedures, diverse populations and cultures
- Demonstrated ability in report writing, customer relations systems, social media platforms; proficiency in Windows XP and Office Suite
- Ability to cultivate strong relationships with key audiences and ability to develop and implement recruitment strategies
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team or a multi-tasking environment
- Basic understanding of the development and management of budgets
- Ability to anticipate project needs, discern work priorities and meet deadlines
- Demonstrated experience in public speaking
- Experience executing social media strategies and tactics
Education and Experience
- 4 year related university degree or equivalent related education
- 3-4 years related experience
- Valid BC Drivers Licence
- Approximate 10% travel component is required (on an as needed basis)
This is a temporary, full-time position commencing immediately and ending May 10, 2019. Salary will be Pay Grade 11, $29.76 per hour in accordance with the Selkirk College PPWC Collective Agreement. There are two positions being hired for this role at this time.
Selkirk College appreciates the interest of all applicants, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Interested and qualified applicants are invited to email their chronological resume (along with cover letter, work references and supporting documentation including diplomas and transcripts) no later than 4:00 pm on the closing date to . The personal information provided by applicants is collected pursuant to Sections 26 and 27 of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (FIPPA). The required personal information is collected for the purposes of supporting and evaluating your application for employment with Selkirk College and for aggregate statistical purposes. The personal information will be used, retained and only disclosed by Selkirk in accordance with FIPPA. The information is related directly to and needed by Selkirk to initiate the employment application process. The information will be used to contact references supplied by you, evaluate your qualifications, and complete the employment process by making a hiring decision.
Selkirk College is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace that empowers all employees to reach their full potential and where each member of the college community shares a responsibility for developing and maintaining a healthy work environment in which differences are valued. The college welcomes applications from persons with disabilities, visible minorities, and Aboriginal people. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority.
All résumés must be submitted via email.
This posting closes on Wednesday, August 29, 2018.