International Admissions Officer - Sault Ste. Marie, Canada - Algoma University

Algoma University

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Sault Ste. Marie, Canada

1 week ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

Job Title:
International Admissions Officer

Staff Bargaining Unit_

Position Status:
Permanent, Full-time (35 hours/week)

OSSTF

Department:
Recruitment & Strategic Enrolment

Supervision Received:
Manager, International Admissions

Supervision Exercised:
Student Assistants

Location:
Brampton

Number of Positions:2

Job Summary:

A. International Admissions & Administrative Duties 80%
B. Other Duties 20%

Total 100%
The International Admissions Officer (IAO), under the direction of the Manager, International
Admissions, will be responsible for performing the functions of an admissions officer with a special
focus on international applicants. The IAO will be responsible for the evaluation and assessment of
foreign credentials and providing information to prospective international prospective students
regarding programs and courses including the processes and requirements specific to international
student admissions. This may include monitoring international applicants and any follow-up necessary
in an effort to convert the applicant to registrant.

The position requires familiarity with the educational system of major "sending" countries and the
ability to analyze documents for admissibility.

The position will work closely with staff in the Office of the Registrar, Student Accounts and Student
Success.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

A. International Admissions & Administrative Duties (80%)
The International Admissions Officer will assist the successful and efficient operations of the
admission cycle for international applicants to meet the strategic aims of the University including
meeting targets while ensuring applicable regulations and policies are followed.

according to established criteria

Reviewing and verifying applicant credentials and identifying possible fraudulent documents for

referral to the Assistant Registrar

requirements

Providing alternative study options where direct entry may not have been met
Responding to inquiries, providing information, researching, and resolving problems related to
Assessing and authorizing articulated and routine transfer credit recognition for program

- admissions

Ensuring accuracy and detail while processing and tracking admissions
Maintaining a repository of international admission requirements that are country specific

- including regulations/procedures that support the admission and registration processes

Actively pursuing outstanding international applicant information
Identifying barriers to admission and providing recommendations on how to eliminate those

barriers; identifying potential equivalencies to existing admission requirements for
consideration

Keeping abreast of academic program changes, international admission changes and other

etc. to overseas education agents and representatives.

Liaising internally with Financial Services to coordinate and track tuition deposits by

international applicants

Supporting the University's enrolment function for international students with regards to advice

and guidance as and when required

etc.)

B. Administrative / Other Duties (20%)

Responsible for answering the Main Student Information Overflow and triaging calls to the

appropriate staff or departments

Responsible for assisting with domestic student inquiries and admissions if domestic staff are

unavailable to assist

Provide support for the analysis of international applicants, registration data and other

appropriate reports

Assist with international registration for students in person or during the online registration

campaign prior to arrival

Other duties, as assigned

WORKING CONDITIONS:

-
Physical Effort Required
*

Minimal: standard office environment; mínimal physical effort required

-
Physical Environment
*

Minimal Physical: occasional exposure to unpleasant/disagreeable conditions

-
Sensory Attention
- manage data in a front-line position, and within a work area that is open to the public
during regular working hours
-
Mental Stress
*

Moderate: occasional exposure to mental pressures, particularly related to meeting

- deadlines

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Undergraduate degree in any field, or equivalent combination of education and experience
Two (2) years of experience working with postsecondary organizations, including admissions,

- registration, and recruitment

Excellent organizational and timemanagement skills with the ability to multitask
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
The ability to work effectively with people of diverse backgrounds, styles and abilities
Capacity to work effectively in a high volume, time sensitive, fastpaced environment
Exceptional clientservice skills
Experience using a computerbased registration system
Computer proficiency in G-Suite and ability/willingness to learn new systems and programs
Commitment to understanding Algoma University's Special Mission and the Seven Gra