Admissions Coordinator

4 weeks ago

Hamilton, Canada McMaster University Full time

Job Summary:

Responsible for reviewing, evaluating and assessing applicant files. Applies established admissions criteria, including the calculation of grade point averages. Provides information and assistance to prospective students and to others regarding the effective and efficient operation of the admission and registration process. A successful candidate will be required to participate in various recruitment events (in-person or virtual), admissions committee meetings and admissions process information sessions.

Purpose and Key Functions:

Administer program enrolment from application to admission by monitoring and organizing applications, reviewing transcripts, and ranking applicants. Review and evaluate applications to ensure academic requirements and pre-requisites have been met. Research, review, and analyze admissions criteria from national and international institutions. Recommend changes to program admission policies and procedures that will assist the program to effectively and efficiently complete the admissions process Inform prospective students and applicants of the application process, procedures, academic and program requirements, program suitability, and potential eligibility for admission. Attend and participate in a variety of recruitment events internal and external to the University. Provide information, answer questions, and discuss academic interests with applicants. Deal with applicants who are not qualified for admission and explain the application process and offer viable alternatives without discouraging the applicant from attending university. Provide advice to applicants regarding their suitability related to program selection. Ensure accuracy and uniformity of materials sent to applicants throughout the admission and registration cycle by monitoring information including email communications and comprehensive packages that are sent out during the acknowledgment, offer, and confirmation stages of the admission and registration process. Review documents for forged transcripts and falsified reference letters and maintain a list of fraudulent applications. Document fraudulent applications, prepare and maintain a log of activity leading to charges of academic dishonesty. Develop and deliver general information sessions and recruitment presentations at various events and fairs. Plan and coordinate large scale admissions applicant correspondence and the review and assessment of applicant files. Ensure appropriate data is provided to departments to issue online offer and refusal letters to applicants, including conditions of admission. Write a variety of documents such as correspondence, procedure manuals, reports, and minutes. Use a dictaphone to transcribe a variety of documents and reports including minutes. Exchange information with internal and external admissions staff to discuss and share information on various procedures, policies, and issues that are being addressed at other institutions. Utilize and modify existing database queries to determine if files are complete and ready for review. Assist applicants with the completion of electronic and hard copy application forms. Update, verify, process, and input new student and applicant information. Serve as an effective liaison between departments, educational institutions, alumni, and external contacts. Update and maintain content on the department website. Process all new applications and update applicant data and grades in systems. Calculate applicant admission averages and final averages on foreign transcripts for scholarship and admission purposes. Set up and maintain filing systems both electronic and hard copy. Analyze and resolve problems related to student applications and data. Answer or redirect general inquiries by telephone and via email, and respond independently to inquiries that are specific in nature and require a thorough knowledge of established policies and procedures. Provide information and clarification regarding admission rules and regulations. Remain current with changes to admission requirements and program prerequisites. Monitor supplies inventory. Maintain and safeguard student application information.

Qualifications 

 2-year Community College diploma in Office Administration or related field of study. Requires 3 years of relevant experience.

Assets

Admissions administrative experience Experience working with multiple stakeholders and/or educational organizations Experience with Mosaic, specifically SLATE Admissions experience within Health Professional program

Additional Information

The successful candidate will possess:

Extensive knowledge of admissions policies and best practices Ability to calculate grade point averages (GPA) Experience and aptitude using MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) Experience with applicant portfolio assessment, including virtual transcripts and other documents Superior communication skills including a demonstrated ability to articulate and communicate guidelines or policies to others clearly and accurately. Excellent problem-solving skills 

Note: The hybrid working arrangement for this role will be four days on-site and one day remote.

Should the successful applicant be a Unifor Unit 1 bargaining unit member, who meets the eligibility conditions of Article 19.02 of the Unifor Unit 1 Collective Agreement, then the Limited Term Assignment will be defined as a Career Growth Opportunity


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