Student Recruitment and Retention Specialist

Background

As the largest post-secondary institution in northern Alberta, Northwestern Polytechnic is a natural point of convergence for knowledge, skills, creativity, and collaboration. Striving to spark and empower success, NWP’s mission is geared towards both individual and collective progress. NWP offers a wide variety of engaging and in-demand academic programs in certificates, diplomas, apprenticeships, and degrees. We exist wholeheartedly for the domestic and international students who call our campuses home, the distinctive communities and industries we serve, and the staff and faculty who honour us with their expertise and insights every day. While our potential as one of Alberta’s newest polytechnics is ever-growing, we recognize the importance of having authentic and highly effective contributors by our side. We are currently recruiting individuals who are inspired by opportunity, driven by results, and aligned to NWP’s core values of being responsive, innovative and connected.

The Role

The Student Recruitment and Retention Specialist will serve as a primary ambassador for NWP, with a dedicated focus on northern Indigenous communities and reserves. The heart of this role is relationship-building; you will travel extensively to meet with Band leaders, community members, and prospective students to foster trust and create pathways to post-secondary success.

Key Responsibilities:

• Indigenous Community Engagement: Travel frequently to northern reserves and regional communities to build sustainable relationships with Band councils and education coordinators.
• Strategic Recruitment: Execute outreach strategies that align with NWP’s commitment to reconciliation and the Truth and Reconciliation Commission's Calls to Action.
• Student Advocacy: Serve as a knowledgeable guide for prospective Indigenous students, navigating the recruitment process through a lens of cultural understanding.
• Program Support: Collaborate with the Student Ambassador program and internal departments to ensure a supportive, inclusive environment for all incoming students.

This is a full-time (35hr/week) term-certain position (9 months). All interested applicants are encouraged to contact Human Resources if they have any further questions regarding the Terms and Conditions of the position.

What We Offer

Finding your fit in one of our specialized schools or departments means a bright future with competitive compensation, attractive benefits packages, reliable networks, high quality of life, and unparalleled learning community experiences. If you are looking to transform the post-secondary landscape with polytechnic education, research, and partnerships, Northwestern Polytechnic is your employer of choice.