Associate Registrar, Admissions, Recruitment - Edmonton, Canada - MacEwan University

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Associate Registrar, Admissions, Recruitment & Transfer

Office of the University Registrar

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Full-Time Continuing (35 hours per week) $100,517 to $131,929 per annum A review of applications will begin March 15, 2024 and continue until a suitable candidate is found.

About Us

MacEwan University is where caring faculty help people connect their passions to their future paths. Located in the heart of Edmonton's diverse and dynamic downtown community, and on the traditional lands of Treaty 6 First Nations and homelands of the Métis people, MacEwan is known for exceptional undergraduate learning. With its dedication to teaching excellence, informed by scholarly research, innovation, and creative activity, MacEwan provides an exceptional collaborative and supportive learning environment with a commitment to human rights, environmental sustainability, and opportunities for community engagement. We are committed to creating an equitable, diverse, inclusive, and welcoming community for all peoples, cultures, and identities.

Our comprehensive undergraduate university offers 59 programs to more than 18,000 full- and part-time students in business, communications, community and human services, design, fine and performing arts, health, humanities, natural science, nursing, public safety, and social science. Through a wide array of experiential learning opportunities, and strategic relationships in the community, we partner with others to produce graduates of stature. Along with a robust grounding in their chosen disciplines, MacEwan students are given durable life skills that prepare them to take on the world.

MacEwan University is seeking an Associate Registrar, Admissions, Recruitment and Transfer for a full-time continuing opportunity with the Office of the University Registrar.

The position provides institutional-wide leadership, vision, strategic direction, and oversight to the university's undergraduate student recruitment, admissions (Canadian and international) and transfer articulation units. Executes, in collaboration with unit managers, the strategies and tactics that drive operations, making optimal use of technology, communication tools, staffing, and resources to support the student experience, enrolment goals, and academic and service standards. In collaboration with the other Associate Registrars, is responsible for the leadership and management of the overall OUR operations.

Key responsibilities include:

• Developing, implementing, and evaluating unit specific operational goals in alignment with the overarching goals of the OUR and university's strategic plan Teaching Greatness: Strategic Vision 2030.
• Fostering a team culture that both promotes MacEwan and its programs while providing accurate and timely information to all constituents.
• Overseeing and coordinating the admissions process, including the evaluation of applications, verification of credentials, and communication with prospective students.
• Leading a team of admissions professionals to be effective guides for prospective students by providing timely and accurate information and guidance throughout the admissions process.
• Regularly reviewing analysis on admissions, enrolment trends, and student demographics to respond to market trends and shifting student needs.
• Providing oversight of the organization and execution of effective recruitment events, both on and off-campus, in collaboration with key constituents.
• Conducting research on competitor institutions, market trends, and emerging best practices to identify internal and external barriers to achieving enrolment goals.
• Recommending communication strategies and tactics based on a thorough knowledge and understanding of emerging trends in student recruitment and admissions.
• Overseeing the creation and maintenance of internal and external transfer articulation agreements, including serving as the primary custodian for official transfer articulation agreements for the university.
• Supporting a collaborative and respectful working environment that fosters professionalism.
• Encouraging and supporting a climate of excellence, responsibility, and accountability by facilitating professional development activities, monitoring job performance, ensuring service guidelines and outcomes are met, and recognizing employee contributions and achievements.
• In collaboration with the Registrar and Associate Vice-President, Strategic Enrolment Management and other Associate Registrars, providing strategic direction and lead change in the OUR to align with university goals and sector standards.
• Serving as the university's primary expert and has university-wide leadership responsibility and considerable authority over the university's student recruitment, admission, and transfer articulation administration.
• Contributing to and leading, where appropriate, the development of university strategy, policy and procedures related to student recruitment, admission, and transfer articulation, and is responsible for the interpretation and implementation of such policies.
• Developing and maintaining effective communication and collaboration with other academic and administrative leaders throughout the institution.
• Acting as a resource, or serving as a member where appropriate, for Provost Group, Deans' Council, and other institutional and governance committees to support and inform decision-making as related to the OUR services. Positional appointments include the Committee on Admission and Transfer and Student Services Joint Operations Committee.
• Representing the university on the Alberta Council on Admissions and Transfer (ACAT) and other such government, professional associations, or external committees and boards as it relates to the portfolio.

Skills

You will have:

• Strong leadership and management skills; you can lead through change in a challenge positive manner; constructive approach to conflict management; are able to contribute to the strategic planning process; are a team leader and team player; leads by example; shares and articulates a vision. You have a proven track record as one who is effective in leading in a collaborative way and who encourages and fosters a collaborative working environment.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; you present ideas in a clear and concise manner. You are an active listener; observe the situation and listen to all opinions before moving forward.
• Strong analytical skills to synthesize data, communicate findings and adapt strategies and tactics accordingly.
• The ability to deal effectively with a diverse group of individuals including academics, academic program areas, and students; you can develop and cultivate strong relationships with a variety of stakeholders and exercise good judgment, tact, and diplomacy.
• Values and promotes a positive, communicative, and collaborative management style; you empower staff while providing guidance and direction; take an entrepreneurial approach to their role and responsibilities.
• A focus on providing an extraordinary student experience; you understand and appreciate the effectiveness of working synergistically with partners across the university.
• Strong organization, logistical and project management skills to meet deadlines; you are able to prioritize a diverse workload.
• The ability to work successfully with technology, student information systems and Customer Relationship Management (CRM) systems (e.g., PeopleSoft Campus Solutions or similar).
• Innovative when faced with challenges and emergent circumstances; you have the ability to assess situations objectively and make sound evidence-based decisions; are adept at problem-solving; are decisive and accountable.
• The ability to be proactive and responsive; approaching responsibilities with a high degree of energy and passion.
• A high degree of integrity both personal and professional; you are honest, sincere, dependable, and trustworthy.

Qualifications

• A minimum of a bachelor's degree
• A minimum of seven years of related experience within a recognized post-secondary institution with increasing levels of responsibility. Preference for experience including considerable working knowledge in university student recruitment, admissions, transfer articulation, and enrolment management practices; supervision and management of staff; participation in academic governance; working with and chairing large committees; policy research, development, and implementation; and the application of privacy legislation (i.e., Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act).
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

When you become part of the MacEwan University team, you will enjoy a competitive salary. Our total compensation package includes:

This position is included under the Out of Scope employee policy (D1015). Applications sourced through this process may be considered for similar opportunities within MacEwan University.

MacEwan University is committed to fostering the principles of equity, diversity, and inclusion within our community, and we are dedicated to removing barriers that have been historically encountered and are currently experienced by some members of our society. We welcome and encourage applications from Indigenous peoples, racialized persons, visible minorities, women, persons with disabilities, sexual and gender minorities, and members of all equity-deserving groups. We believe that the diversity of our students, staff, and faculty serves as a strength of our institution and benefit to society. We are committed to ensuring full and inclusive participation for all in our community.

Accessibility Statement

We strive to provide an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, beginning with the hiring process. If you require accommodation, we want to ensure you have the support you need to showcase your abilities. Please contact and we will support you to the best of our ability.

Personal Information Collection Notification
Personal information is being collected to determine your qualifications for employment. This information is collected, used and protected under the authority of and in accordance with the provisions of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act. It may be provided to non-HR members of a hiring and interview panel if your application advances to that stage of the hiring process. If you have any questions about these arrangements, please contact: Human Resources, University Services Centre, Rm , Avenue, Edmonton, Alberta, T5J 4S2 or phone