Assistant Director of Admissions

Position: Assistant Director of Admissions

Job Status: Full time, permanent, must be eligible to work in Canada

Location: On site, possibility of hybrid model as an incentive for top performers

Hours: Shift work including weekends and the ability to work flexible hours as per the campus and the job needs

Salary & Benefits:

• Base salary + uncapped commission
• Competitive comprehensive benefits
• Meaningful merit increases and uncapped commission
• Clearly defined career paths
• Open door policy where your opinions are heard and valued
• Robust tuition reimbursement policy
• Discounts on travel, tech, food, beverage, fitness and much more with Perkopolis partnership

WHY JOIN US?

Our innovative and dynamic colleges offer many programs for more than 60 years and we have been one of the leading career training institutions in Canada, due to our commitment to quality education and the success of students. Our rich history includes alumni of thousands of successful graduates who embark on meaningful careers rich in opportunity. This is an exciting industry and we are leading the change as we strive to change lives through education!

We are launching a new strategy to engage with students who want to change their lives.

IDEAL CANDIDATE

Are you passionate about working with students and being a part of a positive life change? Are you a driven salesperson? Do you excel with targets, KPIs and a constantly evolving environment? Are you interested in joining the education industry and have an entrepreneurial mindset? If you said yes to all of the above, this incredible opportunity is for you, so apply today.

JOB SUMMARY

The position holder oversees all aspects of admissions, recruitment and financial aid and directs the admissions process from inquiry through enrollment. The Assistant Director of Admissions promotes and sells the programs of the school to potential students and ensures the application is complete and in full compliance with all provincial regulatory requirements. The Director of Admissions is responsible for meeting specific KPIs to exceed the school's enrollment targets each month.

WHAT WILL YOU DO?

We are looking for an ambitious, ethical and result-oriented professional to join a PERFORMING team as an Assistant Director of Admissions. The ADOA promotes and sells the programs of the College to potential students and ensures the application is complete and in full compliance with all regulatory requirements.

Your primary responsibilities include prospects engagement, partnership recruitment and personal wealth creation! You will contribute directly to the College revenue growth by selling our diverse program offerings to prospective students. The position works closely with campus financial staff.

Specifically, the Assistant Director of Admissions is responsible for the following:Providing sales and product information on programs and offerings such as:

• Receive and respond to initial contact by the prospective student.
• Promote the programs and services of the school.
• Tracking and follow-up on potential leads and providing motivation and encouragement to potential students as appropriate.
• Interviewing potential students to explore their backgrounds and interests and facilitate guidance in program selection.
• Overseeing each enrolled student closely by employing motivational strategies to ensure that the student starts on the defined date.
• Supporting the student through the first 60-day stay period.

• Facilitate the assessment process and maintain accurate and detailed records of entrance assessment results.
• Completing enrollment of new students, including regulatory required documents and providing initial information on payment options.
• Tracking and reporting on weekly activities (i.e., leads, appointments, interviews, and enrollment).
• Follow up with leads that have become unresponsive to rekindle interest.
• Following up on cancellations.

• Maintaining a standard Enroll/Start ratio above 80% with post-enrollment activities, including maintaining contact and follow-up with students to keep them engaged.
• Generate a weekly enrollment report and prepare admissions reports as required

• Planning and participating in campus events such as Open Houses, Information Sessions, Trade Shows, Mall Booths…etc.

WHY YOU?

Education and Experience

• 5+ year diploma in professional sales training with a preference for a Bachelor’s degree.
• A minimum of 2 years of sales performance history with a preference for a private post-secondary education/recruitment agency or an equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

Skills and Abilities

• Proven sales performance history with tangible measures
• Excellent interpersonal communication skills and professional business etiquette
• Ability to effectively interact with all individuals with integrity, empathy and sincerity
• Deadline driven, goal-oriented and an articulate problem solver
• Ability to influence, persuade and educate students and families on enrolling in suitable programs
• Proficient in standard Microsoft applications, productivity tools and CRM experience.