Admissions Evaluator

Job Title

Admissions Evaluator

Job Type

Permanent

Union

MRSA

Position Classification

SAD07 Administrative Services VII

Salary Grade

$55, $70,841.00

FT or PT

Full-time

Hybrid Work

This position is eligible

Position End Date (if applicable)

Location

MRU Main Campus - Calgary, AB T3E 6K6 CA (Primary)

About This Position
Note: There is a strong internal candidate for this role.
About The Division
The focus of the Students division is to serve and support the academic and non-academic growth and development of students. Our strength is in our approaches to peer-to-peer learning and student leadership by empowering students to work collaboratively with service areas and other students to grow holistically as individuals. The Students portfolio at Mount Royal broadly encompasses Student Experience & Success, Enrolment Management, International Education and Planning & Operations delivering support and services that are inextricably linked with the teaching and learning outcomes academic departments are tasked with achieving.

We support the University's mission by assisting students, staff and faculty through a variety of departments, including: Admissions, Recruitment and Transfer Credit, the Office of the Registrar (Awards, Academic Scheduling & Curriculum, Records, Registration and Financial Aid), Student Success and Learning (Academic Advising, Student Community Standards, Student Experience, Student Learning Services),Access and Inclusion Services, Career Services, Wellness Services, Cougars Athletics and Recreation, the Iniskim Centre, International Education, Residence Services, Student Systems and Student Communications.

About The Role
Reporting to the Manager, Admissions, Admission Evaluators assess applications for admission to all undergraduate programs including degrees, diplomas, certificates, and non-credential and occupational programs (ministerial approved) through the evaluation of each application to determine admissibility. This includes but is not limited to accurate and timely data entry of applications and official transcripts and grades; accurate tracking and evaluation of academic documents; requesting or researching missing information or documentation; analysis to determine the appropriate academic equivalencies; and running, interpreting and processing admission related reports and error reports to ultimately determine the admissibility of applicants based on published admission criteria. In addition, Evaluators monitor admission targets within each program to ensure enrolment targets are met but not exceeded.

Each Evaluator must follow established work priorities and is accountable to ensure data and decisions are entered into the student information system – Banner – in a timely and accurate manner observing University data standards.

This position is a full-time role working 35 hours per week.
Responsibilities

• Data entry of applications, transcripts, and supporting documentation following university data standards
• Assess and evaluate student files to determine the admissibility of applicants to academic programs
• Maintain in-depth and up-to-date knowledge of admission requirements for each program
• Control and regulate acceptances while maintaining targets
• Provide information to and/or refer applicants to appropriate services regarding admission requirements and other University policies and procedures
• Maintain an in-depth understanding of the student information system – Banner – for the purpose of navigation, data entry, and retrieval

Qualifications

• 4-year degree from an accredited post-secondary institution
• 3-5 years of related experience, preferably in a post-secondary setting
• Problem solving and decision making skills
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Strong computer skills with data entry and keyboarding accuracy; experience with Banner Student Information System is an asset
• Experience dealing with a high volume of inquiries and workload
• Flexibility and patience with an ability to work under pressure while maintaining a high quality of service
• Ability to work independently and as a member of a team

Salary: $55,982 - $70,841 per annum
Closing Date: October 23, 2025
A cover letter and resume should be submitted in one .pdf document. Please title your .pdf document as follows: [Last Name], [Requisition Number], [Document Title].pdf (ex. Smith, 999999, ).
We encourage all qualified applicants to apply, however, Canadian citizens, permanent residents and others currently legally authorized to work in Canada will be given priority. Please note only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. After the close date, you can check on the status of your application through your Career Centre. New career opportunities arise frequently and are posted as they become available. Please check back often to view our latest postings on our Career Opportunities page.

If you require accommodation to participate in the recruitment process, please notify and we will work together on your accommodation request.

About MRU
Founded in 1910 and located in Calgary, Alberta, Canada, Mount Royal University grew into a vibrant college in the 1930s and became a mid-sized university in 2009. A student-focused undergraduate university built on teaching excellence, Mount Royal University is known for our top-calibre programs, high-quality teaching and learning experience, robust delivery of liberal education, scholarly teaching, experiential learning and undergraduate research. MRU serves approximately 15,782 students, including 11,752 full-time and 4,030 part-time learners. MRU offers 13 bachelor's degrees encompassing 37 majors across faculties such as Arts, Business, Communications, Health, Community & Education, and Science & Technology. With over 74% of its student body drawn from the local area, Mount Royal University primarily serves Calgary and its surrounding region. MRU is a diverse yet close community with over 1,800 employees. Mount Royal provides employees the support they need to lead and advance institutional goals. Learn more about MRU's Academic Plan and Strategic Plan.

What We Offer
Talented and committed employees are the driving force behind student success. We strive to be an employer of choice among Canadian post-secondary institutions. At MRU, we recognize that people are a combination of many intersecting identities; we work to cultivate an environment that welcomes the whole person, and harnesses the strength that is available in our diversity, creating a rich and inclusive workplace.

Investing in the learning and development of our employees benefits the individual and the University. A variety of services, resources and programs encourage a healthy, productive workplace. MRU offers a competitive total compensation package including learning/training paid by employer, paid vacation, winter holiday closure, personal days and a free membership in our fully equipped recreation centre. Positions over six months may also be eligible for health and dental benefits, pension, health and personal spending accounts, and disability benefits.

Our campus offers the convenience of a full medical clinic, dentist and pharmacy, as well as a variety of wellness services such as physiotherapists and massage therapists. Campus Recreation offers many activities, including personal training, fitness classes, climbing, aquatics, sports, tournaments and certifications for students, employees and the public.