International Admissions Officer - Hamilton, Canada - Mohawk College

Mohawk College

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Hamilton, Canada

3 weeks ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

beBee Recruiter

Description

International Admissions Officer - Partnerships (I/O: April June 2024) Status**: Initiatives & Opportunities: April June 2024

Hours:
Monday - Friday, 35 hours/week

Home Campus:
Fennell (hybrid work arrangements available)

Rate of Pay:
Payband G (

Start Rate:
$32.42 per hour)

Posting Date:
April 11th, 2024

Closing Date:
April 17th, 2024 at 7:00 pm EST

Preference will be given to qualified employees within the Full Time Support Staff bargaining unit, Appendix D (in the role for 6 consecutive months) and RPT employees who have passed probation at Mohawk College.

We believe the rich diversity among our students and the communities we serve should be reflected within our workforce.

As educators, we believe it is important to act and show leadership in advancing the principles of reconciliation, equity, diversity, and inclusion in our community.

What you'll be doing:

Applicant Assessment
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Evaluating academic documentation from applicants, including English language test scores, secondary school transcripts from secondary school, post-secondary, to determine eligibility for admissions into post-secondary programs and English for Academic Purposes (EAP)

Determining equivalency to Ontario standards for foreign transcripts and educational documentation
Ensuring international applicants meet Ministry and College admissions requirements and selection criteria
Researching foreign qualifications and countryspecific education systems to ensure a full understanding of documents presented, using standards established by the World Education Service (WES) and Education Credential Evaluators (ECE)
Ensuring specific access criteria is met (according to country) where express visa programs (i.e. Student Direct Stream) are in place, prior to issuing an offer
Maintain accurate applicant records to support strategic enrolment decisions outreach with applicants who do not confirm with Mohawk College or make a fee payment to provide information to assist them in making the decision to attend Mohawk

Application Processing
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Admitting applicants to the confirmed program of choice through International SIS and generating correspondence to the new student for the upcoming semester.

Creation of preadmission letters, acceptance letters, record of payment, scholarship letters, as assigned in the International SIS, to ensure new student enrolment targets are met, and make recommendations where additional enrolment could be achieved.
Communication to applicant and/or partner through the International SIS and ApplyProof
Manage waitlists to determine who the next qualified applicants are considered when space is available regular communication with applicants to ensure wait lists current and continue to have potential
Monitoring and maintenance of applicant information in International SIS
Managing and maintaining electronic files in multiple locations (ie IAS, ISP, Banner and BDM) and ensuring all necessary documentation is received

Applicant Status Changes
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Ensures refunds are processed within established service standards in the current process and IAS.

Acknowledgement of requests received through the online deferral request form and International SIS confirming request details
Ensuring requests are reviewed and a decision is made (needs more information, approved or denied), in accordance with established service standards
Reconciliation of outstanding files and customer communication to ensure file is maintained accordingly

Applicant and College Support
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Responding to specific questions from all applicants related to their academic path, course load, co-op placements, course exemptions, course of study or immigration procedures.

Liaising with applicants while analyzing a problem, interpreting policy and guidelines and ultimately offering a solution. The incumbent must work within Immigration's and College policies, procedures and guidelines.
May attend recruitment events providing support to market specialist

Other duties as assigned.

What you'll bring to the role:

A minimum of three-year post-secondary diploma/degree in Business Administration, Marketing, International Business, Communications, or related fields; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
A minimum of three years of experience in a College setting dealing with members of a diverse background
Experience of postsecondary and English as a second language programs and admissions processes including transcript evaluation.
Experience with heavy emphasis on verbal and written communication and providing strong customer service.
Recognized credential evaluation training through World Education Service (WES) and/or Education Credential Evaluations (ECE) is an asset.
Demonstrated commitment and understanding of human rights, equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility.
The ability to communicate and work effect