Enrollment and Academic Advisor

TITLE: Enrollment and Academic Advisor

POSITION OVERVIEW: We are looking for a full-time, permanent Senior Enrollment and Academic Advisor. The Advisor will work with the Marketing/Enrollment team to enter new markets and maintain current markets for enrollment purposes. The Advisor will represent the College by conducting presentations, providing advice to prospective students and agency partners with respect to academic programs, admission procedures, and registration procedures, and imparting knowledge of the resources, facilities, and opportunities available to students at Alexander College.

WHY JOIN US:

• Group extended health, dental, and life benefits
• GRSP matching contributions
• Paid vacation time
• Professional Development encouragement and reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee engagement events and activities
• Facilities: Brand new campus and office space that emphasizes a culture of environmentally friendly practices. Secure bike lockers and shower.
• Supportive, friendly, and encouraging team of people

WHO WE ARE: Alexander College is a private post-secondary institution serving approximately 4,000 students every year. Students choose to study at Alexander College to complete their Associate of Arts or Science degree or take a variety of University Transfer courses. We strive for excellence in higher education for students from many cultural backgrounds and language abilities by providing university transfer courses and degree programs, individual support services, and campus activities to foster local and global community engagement.

REQUIREMENTS

• Post-secondary education, minimum of a Certificate or Diploma equivalence
• Minimum of 5 years work experience working in a similar role
• Knowledge of the BC College and University system
• International business or education experience
• English proficiency
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Superior teamwork capabilities
• Superior oral and written communication skills

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Build strategic relationships with agencies, and other stakeholder groups both locally and overseas.
• Meet with and enroll students both virtually and in-person based on their educational specifications and requirements.
• Liaise with agents for enrollment and marketing purposes
• Support the Marketing and Enrollment department in marketing activities and coordinate inbound marketing campaigns.
• Travel (2-6 weeks/per year) to various international destinations for student events, educational fairs and agency meetings for college purposes.
• Complete lead follow-ups using different tools such as emailing, calling, texting and if required, meeting virtually or in-person at the campus.
• Assist the Marketing and Enrollment Department in conceiving, implementing, administering, and evaluating marketing plans for the College.
• Ensure CRM is up to date and lead follow-up steps are performed correctly.

HOW TO APPLY:

If you are interested and you would like to apply, please visit our careers page for the full position description: and e-mail your cover letter and resume with the e-mail title being "[Your Full-name] _Enrollment and Academic Advisor Advisor 2025". In your cover letter, be sure to tell us what you would bring to this team and why you'd be perfect for this role. Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted. No phone calls please.

Alexander College values the diversity of its community and is committed to creating an inclusive and equitable learning and working environment. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates, including those from groups that have been historically underrepresented in post-secondary education, and we strongly encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples. Please note that Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $70,000.00-$80,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Company events
• Dental care
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Paid time off
• RRSP match
• Vision care

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Burnaby, BC: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Education:

• Bachelor's Degree (required)

Experience:

• student recruitment: 5 years (required)

Language:

• English (required)

Work Location: In person