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Purpose:
The Student Recruitment Officer (SRO) plays an important role in York University's recruitment activities. In a team environment the SRO researches and develops a York presentation, then individually delivers the presentation in secondary schools across Ontario. The SRO also counsels and advises prospective students, counsellors and parents. The purpose of these activities is to develop a well informed, vibrant, highly academic group of applicants to York University.
Education:
University degree required, or an equivalent of 4 years recent experience (defined as within the last five years) working at York University and performing the same or similar tasks. This education equivalency is in addition to the experiential requirements outlined below.
Experience:
Minimum 1-year recent related experience (e.g., liaison, public relations, customer service, marketing, student advising/counselling etc.), including making effective presentations, preferably in an educational environment.
Skills:
Knowledge of the Ontario university educational system, admissions criteria and university programs, previous interaction with secondary school aged students, guidance/educational counsellors, or teachers preferred. Oral communication skills to present detail information concisely and clearly, public speaking and/or making effective presentations. Analyzing and interpreting information. Effective interpersonal and public relations skills, dealing courteously and effectively with people, tact and diplomacy. Excellent organizational skills, working independently and setting priorities. Excellent written communication skills. Exercising good judgment and initiative, working effectively under pressure of time constraints. General advising or counselling skills, maintaining confidentiality. Lifting and bending.OtherExcellent attendance and punctuality.
Additional Notes:
Demonstrated commitment to the values of creating student success: Care, collaboration, accountability, respect, innovation, excellence and inclusion.Please note: This position requires the successful candidate maintain a valid Driver's License and a produce a satisfactory Driver's Abstract. The successful candidate would have to provide proof of a valid Driver's License and a satisfactory Driver's Abstract upon being hired.Please note: This position requires the candidate to produce a verification of degree(s), credentials(s), or equivalencies from accredited institutions and/or international equivalents at the time of interview.Hours of work: 8:30 am-4:30pm. This position requires flexible hours within a 7-hour workday to allow for presentations and attendance at events as a representative of the University that occur outside of the normal business day/week. Some evenings and weekend work required.Summer: Same as above. Reduced workday by one hour on Friday (June, July, August)8:30 am-3:30 pm.Occasional overtime will be availableWhat are the peak periods for this position? August to November and February to MayIs there any change of hours Yes, as defined above in hours of work during peak periods.Is there any time during which vacation is restricted? YesDefine the restriction: During peak periods
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