Domestic Recruitment Specialist

Are you a high-energy people person with a passion for changing lives through post-secondary education? Do you set ambitious goals for yourself and thrive on a challenge? Do you enjoy travelling and having a varied workday? Are you creative, able to pitch new ideas and initiatives and then do the hard work to get buy-in and implement them? Do the NAIT vision and values (nait.ca/nait/about/our-vision) resonate with you? If so, we may have your dream job
We are looking for enthusiastic and self-motivated individuals with a passion for helping people achieve their goals through higher education. Domestic Recruitment Specialists work with prospective students, applicants, parents, high school counsellors, other members of the Registrar's Office, the Nîsôhkamâtotân Centre, academic staff in all NAIT Schools and programs, other NAIT departments (e.g., Conference and Event Services), and more. This role is varied, fast-paced, and people-focused. The ability to connect with others and build relationships is paramount.
Domestic Recruitment Specialists promote NAIT degree, diploma, and certificate programs to domestic stakeholders through a variety of channels. Domestic students are Canadian citizens, permanent residents, and refugees; please note the Domestic team does not conduct any recruitment activities for international students. Our stakeholders include prospective students, applicants, parents and guardians, as well as staff at Canadian high schools and community organizations. We work with a diverse audience of high school students, newcomers to Canada, mature students, and transfer students, and each group has unique perspectives, challenges, and interests.
Applicants should understand the principles of equity, diversity, and inclusion (EDI) and be able to articulate their importance for the post-secondary sector broadly and domestic recruitment specifically. Experience with EDI initiatives is an asset. NAIT has a diverse student body, and the Domestic Recruitment team strives to ensure all prospective students feel welcome and supported.
**Key Responsibilities**:
Develop an evidence-based annual recruitment plan for assigned region(s) and NAIT academic School(s), in alignment with the SEM plan and strategic goals
Set targets collaboratively with the Manager of Domestic Recruitment and be accountable for meeting the agreed-upon targets
Take an agile approach to plans and targets, monitoring progress throughout the recruitment cycle and adapting as needed
Represent NAIT at events such as career fairs and the Educational Liaison Association of Alberta (ELAA) recruitment circuit
Respond to a high volume of questions and inquiries from prospects, families, schools, and community organizations
Travel to schools in Alberta and neighbouring provinces to deliver presentations, cultivate relationships, and promote NAIT
Establish yearly travel plans and manage travel bookings
Maintain accurate and detailed records of events, leads, expenses, overtime, and promotional merchandise
Host campus visits and arrange hands-on learning activities for high school and junior high students
Book and lead campus tours
Plan and execute individual recruitment events both on
- and off-campus
Conduct one-on-one advising sessions for prospective students
Work with Conference & Event Services alongside the Manager of Domestic Recruitment to organize large recruitment events such as Open House and Program Previews
Assist in coordinating and training event volunteers, Casual staff, and new recruiters as needed
Complete administrative tasks as required (e.g., submit print requests, sort and organize signage and other materials in storage, arrange shipping and deliveries, collect completed orders from other campus services, count T-shirts and promotional merchandise)
Coordinate with partner departments such as Admissions, the Nîsôhkamâtotân Centre, Prospect & Application Relationship, and Marketing to create an exceptional prospect and applicant experience (e.g., outreach campaigns, applicant support, input on Viewbooks and other collateral)
Build strong partnerships with Schools, engage academic staff in recruitment activities, and generate excitement for recruitment events
Maintain a detailed understanding of NAIT programs, services, administrative processes, and student life
Create and update Domestic Recruitment documentation and resources
Enter and maintain records in the Salesforce Customer Relationship Management (CRM) system
Keep abreast of trends in SEM and post-secondary recruitment across Canada
Identify opportunities for growth and continuous improvement
Be willing to make ambitious recommendations, take informed risks, and spearhead new ways of doing things
**Skills & Abilities**:
Exceptional interpersonal skills, intercultural skills, and strong public speaking skills
Excellent verbal and written communication in English
High energy and can thrive during long, busy days spent interacting with people
Passionate about p