Senior Admissions - Kitchener, Canada - InsideHigherEd

Description

Senior Admissions & Transfer Credit Assessor

Date Posted: 04/11/2024

Req ID: 36942

Faculty/Division: University of Toronto Scarborough

Department: UTSC:Admissions & Student Recruitment

Campus: University of Toronto Scarborough (UTSC)

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Description:

About us: The University of Toronto Scarborough is a place of energy, enthusiasm and passion. Our commitment to inclusive excellence attracts the brightest learners, scholars and employees from around the globe. Our success has been made possible by the opportunity given to us by our Indigenous hosts to operate on their territory, and we cherish our continuing partnerships with these communities. The University of Toronto Scarborough is an exciting campus with unlimited potential. Join us on our journey. The Office of the Registrar is responsible for student recruitment and admissions, direct and online service to current students, including registration, financial aid, scholarships, academic assessments, graduation and petitions. It also provides course scheduling, administration of tests and exams, enrolment data analysis and business intelligence. It is the vision of the Office of the Registrar to connect every student to success by providing excellent service and support to students, faculty, staff and the broader community. Members of the Office of the Registrar team value accountability, inclusivity, community and leadership and take pride in work that is student-focused and meaningful. This search aligns with the University's commitment to strategically and proactively promote diversity among our community members (Statement on Equity, Diversity & Excellence). Recognizing that Black, Indigenous, and other Racialized communities have experienced inequities that have developed historically and are ongoing, we strongly welcome and encourage candidates from those communities to apply.

Your opportunity: Under the general direction of the Assistant Registrar & Manager of Admissions, as the Senior Admissions and Transfer Credit Assessor, you will play a pivotal role in helping to support campus enrolment goals by ensuring that admissions and transfer credit decisions are made in an efficient and equitable manner. You will use your expertise and prior knowledge in admissions and transfer credit to research and recommend policy changes. You will look for opportunities to refine processes and leverage technology and will work with a team of admissions and transfer credit staff to accomplish these goals. You will have the opportunity to grow and develop your own skills as a member of a team of professionals who value inclusion, collaboration and professional development.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Advising potential applicants, students, parents, and/or guidance counselors on admissions criteria and processes by probing and providing a range of options and possible consequences.
• Reviewing and assessing admissions applications.
• Applying established standards to ensure adherence with transfer credit rules and guidelines.
• Analyzing administrative processes and procedures and recommending changes for improvement.
• Liaising with stakeholders to support initiatives.
• Serving as a resource to others by providing (non-supervisory) job-related guidance.
• Planning and implementing workflow for a group.

Essential Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree or acceptable combination of equivalent experience.
• Six to seven years related experience in admissions and/or transfer credit, preferably within the University of Toronto or similar university setting.
• Excellent knowledge of educational systems, both domestic and international.
• Experience advising potential students.
• Experience training and developing staff.
• Strong leadership experience serving as a resource to staff and work study students by providing job-related guidance.
• Strong computer skills with experience using Microsoft Office Professional Suite with particular proficiency in database and spreadsheet applications, internet and email applications.
• Excellent skills in word processing, spreadsheet and database management.
• Ability to develop and maintain web-based information and applications.
• Sound judgement, interpersonal, organizational, and verbal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated experience preparing, interpreting, and analyzing detailed statistical reports.
• Proven track record of conflict resolution skills.
• Ability to analyze detailed information.
• Ability to manage a heavy workload and meet deadlines.
• Flexibility and ability to adapt to changing policies and procedures.

Applicants are also expected to show evidence of a commitment to equity, diversity, inclusion and the promotion of a respectful and collegial and working environment.

Assets (Nonessential): Preference will be given to applicants with knowledge of ROSI/ACORN/Slate or a similar student information database system used for admissions purposes.

To be successful in this role you will be:

• Communicator
• Decisive
• Diplomatic
• Meticulous
• Resourceful
• Team player

Notes: This is a 12-month TERM position. A copy of the full job description is available upon request from the UTSC HR Office. This role is currently eligible for a hybrid work arrangement, pursuant to University policies and guidelines, including but not limited to the University of Toronto's Alternative Work Arrangements Guideline.

Closing Date: 04/22/2024, 11:59PM ET

Employee Group: USW

Appointment Type: Budget - Term

Schedule: Full-Time

Pay Scale Group & Hiring Zone: USW Pay Band 13 -- $83,150 with an annual step progression to a maximum of $106,336. Pay scale and job class assignment is subject to determination pursuant to the Job Evaluation/Pay Equity Maintenance Protocol.

Job Category: Registrarial Services

Lived Experience Statement: Candidates who are members of Indigenous, Black, racialized and 2SLGBTQ+ communities, persons with disabilities, and other equity deserving groups are encouraged to apply, and their lived experience shall be taken into consideration as applicable to the posted position.

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.

Diversity Statement: The University of Toronto embraces Diversity and is building a culture of belonging that increases our capacity to effectively address and serve the interests of our global community. We strongly encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples, Black and racialized persons, women, persons with disabilities, and people of diverse sexual and gender identities. We value applicants who have demonstrated a commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion and recognize that diverse perspectives, experiences, and expertise are essential to strengthening our academic mission. As part of your application, you will be asked to complete a brief Diversity Survey. This survey is voluntary. Any information directly related to you is confidential and cannot be accessed by search committees or human resources staff. Results will be aggregated for institutional planning purposes. For more information, please see

Accessibility Statement: The University strives to be an equitable and inclusive community, and proactively seeks to increase diversity among its community members. Our values regarding equity and diversity are linked with our unwavering commitment to excellence in the pursuit of our academic mission. The University is committed to the principles of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). As such, we strive to make our recruitment, assessment and selection processes as accessible as possible and provide accommodations as required for applicants with disabilities. If you require any accommodations at any point during the application and hiring process, please contact

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