Recruitment Specialist

at  Olds College

ABOUT OLDS COLLEGE OF AGRICULTURE & TECHNOLOGY

Founded in 1913, Olds College of Agriculture & Technology has been offering high quality hands-on education for over a century. Through our core programming including continuing education, online and blended programming, we provide accessible educational opportunities within Alberta and beyond. We are passionate about the Agriculture industry. Through our applied research and integrated learning, we are proud to be Canada’s Smart Agriculture College, specializing in agriculture, agrifood, horticulture, land and environmental stewardship. We work closely with industry to advance and adapt our programming to ensure our graduates have the skills to succeed.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/SKILLS/KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED:

• A Bachelor’s degree in a related field. Equivalent experience may be considered.

• Two or more years of experience in a post-secondary environment, with a preference for recruitment or admissions.

Business Management Experience

• Strong leadership and supervisory skills, with experience in recruitment, selection, and performance management.Proven ability to analyze and interpret data to support recommendations for change; ability to move from ideas to implementation.
• Experience with budget management, recruitment metrics and data analysis preferred.
• Ability to execute a strategic plan, and to assess and analyze achievement of results.

Analytical skills including problem-solving, data and needs analysis.

• Takes ownership and responsibility for the quality and timeliness of work commitments. Follows organizational guidelines, professional standards, policies and principles. Demonstrates reliability and integrity on a daily basis.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment; a creative and resourceful problem solver.
• Ability to prioritize and work effectively within tight timelines and competing priorities

Communication and Collaboration

• Strong networking abilities and experience developing and cultivating relationships with organizations and individuals.
• Superior written and oral communication skills and demonstrated ability to present effectively to groups large and small.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate and interact with empathy, understanding and respect of diverse and divergent perspectives and behaviours.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to navigate difficult and complex conversations with students, faculty, and staff.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• This position is required to work some evenings and weekends, and requires extensive travel time.
• Olds College representative at all times and shall conduct themselves accordingly.
• Current Criminal Reference check that is free of any offenses.
• Must respect and actively promote health and safety policies.
• This position is expected to be knowledgeable of and follow College travel and expense policies.
• A valid and unrestricted driver’s license.
  The statements contained in this job description reflect general details as necessary to describe the key job functions of this position, the level of knowledge and skill typically required and the scope of responsibility. It is not an all-inclusive listing of work requirements. Other duties may be assigned.

Please refer the Job description for details