Admissions Advisor

What You’ll be Doing

Updating admission related data inputs (i.e. checklists, decisions, etc.) in the Student Information System (SIS) to ensure accuracy of applicant and admissions information and support the generation of related applicant communications

Compiling and verifying information for automated admissions processes

Working collaboratively with team members to ensure that all admissions standards are understood and are deployed consistently and equitably for all programs

Liaising with the academic schools/coordinators for programs that require the assessment of supplemental admission requirements to ensure timely review

Appling a strong understanding of both the Ministry (MCU) and Sheridan admissions policies such that admission decisions are consistent with those policies.

Identifying, investigating, and reporting suspected fraudulent admissions cases

Maintaining accurate and up-to-date admissions and enrollment data and information using the college's admissions, student records and data management systems

Working with team members to prioritize processing and distribution of work to ensure credential evaluations volumes are optimal

Ensuring accurate input and codification of international credential evaluations and equivalencies into the student information system (SIS) to support the efficient timing of admissions assessments and decisions

Researching, assessing, and documenting a large and complex body of information on educational systems from around the world and determines international curriculum equivalences.

Performing other duties as assigned

About You

You are a student/client-centered individual with a passion for facilitating student success and enhancing the student experience.

You have the skills and knowledge to work with an increasingly diverse student and staff population as well as a proven commitment to anti-oppression, equity, and inclusion.

You have superlative presentation and influencing skills with an ability to influence at all levels and obtain buy-in when diverse needs and competing priorities exist and can clearly communicate complex information verbally and in writing across multiple levels.

You have excellent written and verbal communication skills, and ability to present to diverse audiences and communities.

You enjoy balancing many different tasks, staying organized and planning and have the ability to integrate multiple streams of information, prioritize and track multiple projects to meet a demanding workload and keep things running smoothly.

You have the skills and knowledge to work with an increasingly diverse student and staff population as well as a proven commitment to anti-oppression, equity, and inclusion.

Must possess a 3-year diploma/ degree in the field of education, social sciences, information technology, business administration or a related field

Must possess a minimum of 3-years experience in a position processing complex and specialized information/guidance. (Or a combination of relevant education and experience)

Must possess a thorough understanding of post-secondary education academic programs, organizational and educational structures, admissions processes, assessments and educational standards or equivalencies

Must have superior customer service skills, problem-solving, data analysis, judgement, tact, and diplomacy.

Fluency in a second language other than English is preferred. Preferred languages are based on market needs and language coverage within the current admissions team.

**Who We Are**:
**For more information, visit**: Why Work at Sheridan

Other Details

**Faculty/Department**: Office of the Registrar

**Primary Work/Campus Location**: Davis (may be assigned activities at any Sheridan campus)

**Work Categorization**: Hybrid position | Combination of on-site (at least 3 days/week) and remote work

**Reference #**: J0423-0087

**Employee Group**: Support Staff - Appendix D

**Payband**: J

**Hourly Range**: $39.15 - $45.38

**Hours/Week**: 35

**Hours**: 8:30am - 4:30pm

**Application Deadline**: June 21, 2023

**Application Details**: This is a temporary appointment that may continue to September 2023.

Sheridan is deeply committed to implementing the Calls to Action framed by the Truth and Reconciliation Commission. We acknowledge that we live and work on the traditional territory of the Mississaugas of the Credit First Nations, Anishinaabe Nation, Huron-Wendat and the Haudenosaunee Confederacy. Sheridan is situated on these lands, and it is our collective responsibility to honour and respect those who have gone before us, those who are here, and those who have yet to come. We are grateful for the opportunity to be working on this land.

Sheridan will provide job applicants with accommodation in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. To request accommodation, please contact Human Resources.

You may be asked to provide copies of your education