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ABOUT ST. MARY''S UNIVERSITY: Our Vision: To be the preeminent Catholic University in Canada, known as a centre of academic excellence providing a vibrant and engaged student experience that prepares authentic leaders committed to the service of others. Our Mission: Open to all and grounded in the Catholic Intellectual Tradition, St. Mary''s University educates the whole person to inspire and empower tomorrows engaged, global citizens for the future. Our Values: As a Catholic community, we value being Welcoming and Serving of all, Academic Excellence and Faith. As an independent Catholic university in Canada, with a strong emphasis on liberal arts and sciences, St. Mary''s University prepares its students to live with integrity, compassion and confidence while embodying a compassionate commitment to ethics, social justice, and respect for diversity of opinion and belief. St. Mary''s is focused on developing the whole person: mind, body and spirit. For more information about St. Mary''s and our Strategic Plan, visit and ABOUT THIS OPPORTUNITY: Reporting to the Team Lead Recruitment, the Recruitment and Community Engagement Officer will promote St. Mary''s University to prospective students, cultivate relationships with external partners, and work to meet enrolment targets for the University. This role promotes academic programs and student life opportunities through high school visits, community partnerships, and events on and off campus. Looking for a charismatic and friendly recruitment officer that can excite people about St. Mary''s offerings. Main responsibilities for this position will include: Territory development Take a lead role in building relationships with counsellors and career practitioners and managing a territory to implement recruitment initiatives to meet enrolment targets set by the institution. Facilitate presentations, school visits, and other innovative recruitment events both on and off campus to promote St. Mary''s University. Attending to prospective students Respond to inquiries by phone, email, and in-person appointments or events. Plan and execute student-for-a-day visits, campus tours, and large events like Open House and New Student Orientation. Build relationships on campus to strengthen your ability to promote the institution to prospective students. Data tracking Maintain records of all recruitment events, both internal and external, for the full recruitment cycle and track important information such as attendance, engagement, materials distributed, and other important notes. Review data to identify areas we can improve. Keep up-to-date with trends and competition in the marketplace. QUALIFICATIONS Minimum of a Bachelors degree. Verification of credential will be required. Police information check may be required Strong communication, people skills and charisma Excellent time management skills with the ability to act on decisions quickly and meet time-sensitive deadlines. Demonstrated ability to deal courteously and tactfully with staff, students, and members of the public. Ability to work alone or as a team and collaborate on events. Some heavy lifting may be required (25kg). Valid driver''s license with a clean driver''s abstract and access to a vehicle is necessary. Please note: Extensive travel including evening and weekend work during peak recruitment season (September December) will be required with varying work hours throughout the year. VALUES & ATTRIBUTES: Alignment with institution values and strategic plan pillars. Upholding core competencies associated with the institution''s four pillars. Ability to promote, or at least respect, the institution''s Catholic mission and identity Ability to foster equity, diversity, and inclusion, as well as Truth and Reconciliation. WHAT WE OFFER: As a part of the St. Mary''s University community, eligible employees received a comprehensive compensation and total rewards package that includes, but is not limited to, a group benefits package, health spending account, RRSP matching, and generous paid time off. For more information on our offerings visit OUR COMMITMENTS: St. Mary''s University is committed to Indigenous Truth and Reconciliation. Our land acknowledgement and Indigenous initiatives information can be found at St. Mary''s University is an equal opportunity institution. We hire on the basis of merit and are passionate about building and sustaining an equitable and welcoming campus environment where diversity in all areas is celebrated and valued. If you require support services or accommodations during any stage of the recruitment process, please include this in your application. All requests will be handled with the utmost confidentiality. APPLICATIONS: Please email application packages to Human Resources at in one .pdf formatted document with the Subject Line of: ''Recruitment and Community Engagement Officer'' by Friday, January 23rd. Note: interviews will be ongoing, and the position may be filled prior to the closing date. All applicants must submit a cover letter with salary expectations, resume, and contact information of three most recent supervisors and/or written letters of recommendation. Previous employees should submit an updated resume and updated credentials if applicable. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply. Canadian citizens, permanent residents and others currently legally authorized to work in Canada will be given priority. We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only those applicants being interviewed will be contacted. No phone calls please. Job Type: Full-time Benefits: Company events Dental care Disability insurance Employee assistance program Extended health care Life insurance On-site gym Paid time off RRSP match Store discount Tuition reimbursement Work Location: In person