Coordinator, Graduate Student Recruitment

OCAD University acknowledges the ancestral territories of the Mississaugas of the Credit, the Haudenosaunee, the Anishinaabeg and the Huron-Wendat, who are the original owners and custodians of the land on which we live, work and create._

**_ Please note that internal job postings are open only to current permanent OPSEU Local 576 Unit 1 employees and temporary OPSEU Local 576 Unit 1 employees with one year of continuous service._**

**Summary of Responsibilities**:

- Support overall A&R planning, events and communications for domestic and international students to support the university’s enrolment targets, objectives and strategic plan
- Respond to applicant inquiries regarding admission status using student information systems (Slate, and triage as needed
- Provide 1:1 advising and support to prospective applicants
- Collaborate with the Coordinator, Visitor Experience & Special Events, to ensure graduate applicants receive campus tours that illustrate the OCAD U experience, student life and other areas of the campus experience
- Work closely with the SGS and A&R team to assist in planning, developing and implementing graduate student recruitment initiatives (e.g. Open House, Grad Fairs, and events, etc.)
- Support the training and mentorship of graduate student monitors
- Work with the A&R and SGS team to leverage the Client Relationships Management System (CRM) to maintain and measure relationships with prospective students and applicants
- Track, monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of graduate student recruitment through surveys and report writing
- Contribute to updates on graduate student recruitment initiatives during regular communications meetings
- Ensure that recruitment activities are consistent with established structures and policies, as well as standards of quality and customer service
- In collaboration with the SGS and A&R, organize and coordinate recruitment-related events for incoming students, including international student information sessions
- Contribute to the development of diversity, equity, inclusivity, and accessibility (DEIA) strategies throughout all recruitment programs, services and communications
- Assist the Manager, Student Recruitment and other Admissions & Recruitment staff in other related duties contributing to the successful operation of the Admissions & Recruitment office

**Qualifications**:

- Post-secondary degree or equivalent, with a minimum of two (2) years of administrative work experience, preferably in a post-secondary environment ; a graduate degree in an arts and design-related field is considered an asset
- Excellent technical computing skills, including the ability to create documents, forms and templates using Microsoft Office and Adobe Creative Suite
- Experience using the Slate admissions platform
- Ability to create accessible documents, PDFs and videos using Knowmia
- Familiarity with databases, with a demonstrated ability to learn in-house programs and systems; working knowledge Client Relationship Management software (e.g. CRM Recruit), an asset
- Ability to host and provide technical support to live online events using platforms such as Zoom and Microsoft Teams
- Proven judgment, diplomacy, tact and strong interpersonal as well as oral and written communication skills
- Ability to work professionally and effectively with people at all levels in and outside of the university setting
- Demonstrated attention to detail, organizational skills, and the ability to take initiative
- Proven ability to meet deadlines and work well with high volume, pressure and changing priorities
- Demonstrated commitment to the principles of equity and diversity, and experience promoting a respectful work and learning environment for students, staff and faculty
- Must be willing and able to travel, as required
- Possession of a valid Ontario G Class driver’s licence, an asset
- Flexibility in work hours; must be willing and able to work occasional evenings, as required

**Compensation**:OPSEU Unit 1, Appendix A, Grade A3; $27.56 to $35.76 per hour

**Hours of Work**:Up to 21 hours per week. Flexibility in work hours; must be willing and able to work occasional evenings, as required. This is a temporary contract expected to begin August 18, 2025, and continue until March 31, 2026.

**Mode of Work**:Hybrid Model

Interested **internal permanent OPSEU Local 576 Unit 1 or temporary OPSEU Local 576 Unit 1 employees with one year of continuous service applicants** are invited to submit an updated *resume and cover letter (**PDF**), no later than **Monday,**July 7**, 2025.**
- Please upload your resume and cover letter _**_as one PDF_**_. Please name your upload: _FirstName_LastName-Job Code_

**_ We encourage members of designated equity-deserving groups to self-identify within the voluntary Applicant Questionnaire_**_._
- OCAD University is committed to providing an inclusive and barrier free experience to applicants with accessibility needs. Requests for accommodati