Admissions Coordinator

3 weeks ago


British Columbia, Canada University of British Columbia Full time

Staff - Non Union

Job Category

M&P - AAPS

Job Profile

AAPS Salaried - Student Management, Level A

Job Title

Admissions Coordinator

Department

Haida Gwaii Institute | Dean's Office | Faculty of Forestry

Compensation Range

The Compensation Range is the span between the minimum and maximum base salary for a position. The midpoint of the range is approximately halfway between the minimum and the maximum and represents an employee that possesses full job knowledge, qualifications and experience for the position. In the normal course, employees will be hired, transferred or promoted between the minimum and midpoint of the salary range for a job.

Posting End Date

March 19, 2024

Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the Posting End Date above.

Job End Date

Aug 31, 2025

This is a.5 FTE position and compensation will be prorated. The position is located in Skidegate, Haida Gwaii.

This position is expected to be filled by promotion/reassignment and is included here to inform you of its vacancy at the University.

At UBC, we believe that attracting and sustaining a diverse workforce is key to the successful pursuit of excellence in research, innovation, and learning for all faculty, staff and students. Our commitment to employment equity helps achieve inclusion and fairness, brings rich diversity to UBC as a workplace, and creates the necessary conditions for a rewarding career.

Job Summary

The Admissions Coordinator, in collaboration with the HGI Management Team, oversees the planning and coordination of admissions for all HGI programs, including in-person and online undergraduate programs. The role involves collaboration with staff from UBC’s Faculty of Forestry Student Services and the Non-Degree Studies Department, ensuring seamless admission procedures. The position is located in Haida Gwaii.

Organizational Status

This position receives supervision from the Program & Operations Manager and regularly collaborates with other members of the HGI team. Works closely with the Director and other senior staff members.

Work Performed

Admissions & Student Services
- Conducts follow-up consultations with the HGI team, Forestry student services, and advisors from various universities to ensure thorough evaluation of all applicants, including those not currently enrolled in university programs. The role requires a nuanced approach to admissions, considering life and work experiences alongside traditional educational backgrounds, to support and assess applicants through a complex admissions process.
- Formally communicates all admission decisions (both acceptance and refusals) to applicants in a professional, sensitive and diplomatic manner
- Provides insight about academic policy, including for files of a complex nature.
- Interprets UBC and HGI information, policies, and procedures and provides customized advice to prospective and current HGI students related to course selections, carer pathways and financial awards/stipends
- Manages student record databases and systems
- Oversees program inquiries and requests, identify non-standard inquiries, or at-risk behavior and triages appropriately. Collaborates with the Program and Operations Manager in the resolution of complex issues.
- Collaborates in the development of HGI student orientation programs
- Participates in the development of the unit’s strategic plan, policies and processes
- Represents HGI at outreach/community engagement events to enhance community profile
- Attends HGI advisory meetings as needed
- Performs other related duties in keeping with the qualifications and requirements of the position

Consequence of Error/Judgement

This position interacts with students, instructors, and community educators and in doing so ensures they meet UBC standards of professional conduct, and are following UBC and HGI’s safety policies, best practices, and values. Inappropriate actions and behavior may cause damage to HGI’s reputation as a world class education institute.

Must exercise judgment based upon thorough knowledge of procedures, guidelines, agreements, and regulations, and make decisions based on them. An error in extracting, uploading or sharing student or faculty information can violate their privacy. Incorrect actions or decisions may adversely affect the classroom environment and career of students and negatively impact the Faculty of Forestry and the University.

Certain duties will require a high level of confidentiality, particularly when dealing with students' personal information. At UBC, we are regulated by the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (FIPPA), which requires us to protect personal information from unauthorized collection, use or disclosure. Failure to comply with FIPPA increases the risk of a privacy breach, which could have negative consequences for the affected individuals and the department.

Supervision Received

Works independently with supervision primarily fro



  • British Columbia, Canada University of British Columbia Full time

    Staff - Non Union Job Category M&P - AAPS Job Profile AAPS Salaried - Student Management, Level A Job Title Admissions Coordinator Department Haida Gwaii Institute | Dean's Office | Faculty of Forestry Compensation Range $5,209.17 - $7,485.33 CAD Monthly The Compensation Range is the span between the minimum and maximum base salary for a position....


  • British Columbia, Canada Adecco Group Full time

    **Since 2011, General Assembly (GA) has transformed tens of thousands of careers through pioneering, experiential education in today’s most in-demand skills. As featured in The Economist, Wired, and The New York Times, GA offers training in web development, data, design, marketing, and more, both online and at campuses across multiple countries. Our global...

  • Admissions Officer

    2 weeks ago


    Vancouver, British Columbia, British Columbia, Canada University Canada West Full time

    Position Job Title: Admissions OfficerLocation: Vancouver, BC (Hybrid)Reports To: Admissions SupervisorApplication Requirement: Cover LetterPrimary PurposeThe Admissions Officer is responsible for providing an exceptionally high standard of customer service to UCW applicants and current students, agents and Global University Systems (GUS) partners.Working...


  • British Columbia, Canada WorkSource Oregon Full time

    Two years of experience as an administrative specialist or executive support specialist which included administrative support for a project, program, or operation. Administrative support includes those duties beyond clerical/secretarial such as interpretation of laws, rules, and regulations; administrative data collection and analysis; and evaluation of...


  • British Columbia, Canada WorkSource Oregon Full time

    Minimum/Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution Demonstrated experience working with people who have diverse backgrounds, cultures, and languages Ability to communicate effectively both in written and verbal forms for individuals, small and large groups, and have the ability to provide workshops and/or trainings...


  • British Columbia, Canada CDI College Full time

    We are happy to say that we are looking for a Campus Director to join CDI College, BC. The purpose of the Campus Director is to direct and oversee the operations of the campus, and be accountable for attaining all campus goals and objectives as set forth by leadership, and ensuring compliance with internal and external policies, procedures and...

  • Registrar Associate

    2 weeks ago


    British Columbia, Canada Alliance for Arts and Culture Full time

    Emily Carr University of Art + Design is a school of students, faculty, thinkers and makers unlike any other. Established in 1925, we are the only specialized, accredited, public, post-secondary university in British Columbia solely devoted to education and research in the creative sector and its associated knowledge economy. We merge research, critical...


  • Vancouver, British Columbia, British Columbia, Canada University Canada West Full time

    Position Job Title: Project Manager, Transfer & Institutional Partnerships Location: Vancouver, BC (Hybrid)Reports To: Director of Academic Partnerships and Pathways Application Requirement: Cover LetterPrimary PurposeThe Project Manager, Transfer and Institutional Partnerships will provide critical leadership in developing, renewing, and managing...


  • University of British Columbia (Okanagan campus), Canada University of British Columbia Full time

    Staff - Union Job Category BCGEU Okanagan Support Staff Job Profile BCGEU OK Salaried - Support Services Coordinator II Job Title Customer Service Coordinator Department UBCO | Recreation | Athletics and Recreation Compensation Range Posting End Date November 20, 2023 Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the...


  • Vancouver, British Columbia, British Columbia, Canada University Canada West Full time

    Position Job Title: Alumni Operations AssistantLocation: Vancouver (hybrid)Reports To: Associate Director, Alumni Engagement ServicesPrimary Purpose The Alumni Operations Assistant provides front line customer service for the department in support of the Alumni Engagement Services (AES) engagement goals. Working collaboratively with AES team, the assistant...


  • Surrey, British Columbia, V3V 1Z2, Greater Vancouver, Canada Fraser Health Full time

    Salary range: The salary range for this position is CAD $41.42 - $59.52 / hour Why Fraser Health?:Fraser Health is the heart of health care for nearly two million people in 20 diverse communities from Burnaby to Fraser Canyon on the traditional, ancestral and unceded territories of the Coast Salish and Nlaka'pamux Nations, and is home to six Métis...


  • Langley, British Columbia, V1M, Greater Vancouver, Canada Fraser Health Full time

    Salary range: The salary range for this position is CAD $41.42 - $59.52 / hour Why Fraser Health?:Fraser Health is responsible for the delivery of hospital and community-based health services from Burnaby to Fraser Canyon on the traditional, ancestral and unceded territories of the Coast Salish and Nlaka'pamux Nations, and is home to six Métis Chartered...


  • Surrey, British Columbia, V3V 1Z2, Greater Vancouver, Canada Fraser Health Full time

    Salary range: The salary range for this position is CAD $41.42 - $59.52 / hour Why Fraser Health?:Fraser Health is the heart of health care for nearly two million people in 20 diverse communities from Burnaby to Fraser Canyon on the traditional, ancestral and unceded territories of the Coast Salish and Nlaka'pamux Nations, and is home to six Métis...


  • Burnaby, British Columbia, V5G 2X6, Vancouver, Canada Fraser Health Full time

    Salary range: The salary range for this position is CAD $41.42 - $59.52 / hour Why Fraser Health?:Fraser Health is responsible for the delivery of hospital and community-based health services from Burnaby to Fraser Canyon on the traditional, ancestral and unceded territories of the Coast Salish and Nlaka'pamux Nations,and is home to six Métis Chartered...


  • Surrey, British Columbia, V3V 1Z2, Greater Vancouver, Canada Fraser Health Full time

    Salary range: The salary range for this position is CAD $41.42 - $59.52 / hour Why Fraser Health?:Fraser Health is the heart of health care for nearly two million people in 20 diverse communities from Burnaby to Fraser Canyon on the traditional, ancestral and unceded territories of the Coast Salish and Nlaka'pamux Nations, and is home to six Métis...


  • Surrey, British Columbia, V3V 1Z2, Greater Vancouver, Canada Fraser Health Full time

    Salary range: The salary range for this position is CAD $41.42 - $59.52 / hour Why Fraser Health?:Fraser Health continues to be recognized as one of BC's Top Employers, are you someone who is passionate about making a difference in the lives of others?Fraser Health is responsible for the delivery of hospital and community-based health services to over...


  • Abbotsford, British Columbia, V2S 0C2, Fraser Valley, Canada Fraser Health Full time

    Salary range: The salary range for this position is CAD $41.42 - $59.52 / hour Why Fraser Health?:Come work with us!The Critical Care Platform provides care to patients with the most complex critical care needs. Critical Care is delivered by a specialized interdisciplinary team that provides 24/7 care to patients whose conditions are potentially life...


  • Abbotsford, British Columbia, V2S, Fraser Valley, Canada Fraser Health Full time

    Salary range: The salary range for this position is CAD $41.42 - $59.52 / hour Why Fraser Health?:Fraser Health continues to be recognized as one of BC's Top Employers, are you someone who is passionate about making a difference in the lives of others?Fraser Health is responsible for the delivery of hospital and community-based health services to over...