Recruitment Officer

Please note: This is a fixed-term contract with an anticipated start date in August 2026, concluding in January 2026. 

About the Role: 

Reporting to the Manager, National Recruitment the Recruitment Officer is responsible for supporting Brock University’s Strategic Enrolment Management as it relates to undergraduate student recruitment. The Recruitment Officer will serve as the public face of Brock to Canadian secondary schools' students and encourage them to choose Brock for their undergraduate studies. This is done by initiating and maintaining strong relationships with secondary school contacts (Guidance Counsellors and teachers), supporters, and students across the country. 

The Recruitment Officer will:  

• Learn and retain relevant details of all academic programs and services related to the Brock student experience; 

• Develop the skills necessary to effectively conduct Brock presentations and engage in conversations with students, supporters, and counsellor, both in person and virtually;  

• Participate in an annual professional development workshop offered for all Ontario university recruitment officers. 

• Mentor student staff team;  

• Connect with incoming students and their supporters in a variety of methods, including; in-person, presenting to large crowds, over the phone, and via email; 

• Liaise with academic and student service departments at Brock University;  

• Assist students with the course registration process and with the transition into first year; 

• Conduct Brock informational presentations at secondary schools across Canada;   

• Respond to ongoing inquiries from students, counsellors and parents in-person and through electronic communications; 

• Participate in large-scale on-campus events for prospective students and applicants, such as Fall Preview Day, Ontario Universities’ Fair; 

• Participate in other recruitment and public speaking engagements as opportunities arise. 

Key Skills and Experience: 

• Undergraduate degree (with high academic standing from any discipline) with preference given to graduates of Brock University; 

• Valid G class driver’s license with an acceptable drivers’ abstract; 

• Experience making presentations and successfully promoting products and services; 

• Extensive knowledge base of the Brock undergraduate experience; 

• Ability to master a significant volume of detailed information related to all aspects of the Brock undergraduate student experience; 

• Polished presentation and communication skills and strong technical/multimedia skills; 

• Evident love of Brock and a positive high-energy spirit;  

• Ability to keep abreast of changes and current trends in and around the University. 

• Ability to communicate with tact and diplomacy; 

• Strong communication skills with a demonstrated ability to effectively communicate with diverse audiences (secondary school students, teachers, guidance counsellors, families and support networks, transfer students, etc.); 

• Strong organizational ability and proven administrative skills; 

• Sound judgement, resourceful, and ability to address inquiries with confidence and accuracy; 

• Exceptional problem-solving skills and ability to navigate unpredictable situations; 

• Flexibility to work irregular hours and independently as well as in a close-knit team environment; and 

• Comfortable travelling extensively. 

Salary and Total Rewards:  

• Job Grade J, Salary Scale ($57,267 - $91,627); 

• Target Hiring Salary: $57,267* 

*The final salary is based on experience, internal equity, and budget considerations within the target hiring range.

We are committed to offering flexible work arrangements where possible as outlined in our Flexible Work Arrangement Policy. As a student-centered organization, all employees are required to work on campus as needed.

Brock University is committed to creating a respectful and equitable workplace. We strive to foster a culture of diversity and inclusion in our work and learning environments. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals and actively encourage applications from women, people with disabilities, members of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community, Indigenous Peoples, people who identify as Black, African and/or Caribbean, as racialized and/or as from ethnic and cultural minority groups, and other underrepresented demographic groups at Brock and in the Niagara region. Brock also recognizes intersectionality and the interconnected identities, histories, and experiences of these aforementioned groups.

We are committed to inclusive and barrier-free recruitment, and we accommodate the needs of applicants throughout all stages of the recruitment process, as outlined in our Employment Accommodation Policy and consistent with the requirements of the Ontario Human Rights Code. Please contact [email protected]  if you require a disability related accommodation so we can ensure your participation needs are met.

Brock University does not use AI Technology at any stage of the recruitment process.

We appreciate all applications received. Candidates that are selected for an interview will be contacted.

Learn more about Brock University by visiting www.brocku.ca.