Admissions Counsellor, Undergraduate (Full-Time)

Admissions Counsellor, Undergraduate (Full-Time)

Posted: July 20, 2026

Tyndale is a Christian university that prepares leaders for work in the private, public and not-for-profit sectors, ministry and the global mission of the church. Tyndale offers fully accredited programs in a wide range of disciplines at both the undergraduate and graduate levels. Currently, there are over 1,600 students representing over 90 denominations and 60 ethnic backgrounds and over 13,000 alumni. Founded in 1894, Tyndale is located in Toronto, Ontario, Canada.

Position Purpose

The Admissions Counsellor, Undergraduate works closely with the other members of the Admissions Department to implement strategies and initiatives to achieve recruitment and enrollment management objectives by communicating, building interest, and developing relationships with prospective undergraduate students in assigned geographic region. While the focus will be on undergraduate students, efforts to promote Tyndale Seminary are taken at every possible opportunity.

Primary Responsibilities

Recruitment

• Recruit well-qualified students to Tyndale by contacting prospective undergraduate students via phone, email, and/or in-person visits.
• Represent Tyndale at off-campus recruiting events.
• Initiate opportunities to promote Tyndale off-campus.
• Provide prospective students with counselling towards undergraduate education.
• Work closely with Student Admissions representatives to follow up with prospective students.
• Participate as an active member of the Admissions team.

Application Processing

• Ensure prospective students have required information regarding their application status through clear and timely communication.
• Process and evaluate undergraduate application files.
• Notify the applicant of application decision and post-acceptance instructions.
• Identify and remove barriers for undergraduate applicants.
• Document correspondence with undergraduate students and track application status.
• Provide status reports on assigned region, as required.

Position Qualifications

a) Education

b) Experience

• 1-2 years of sales or recruiting experience, preferred
• Experience with a Christian higher education institution, preferred
• Marketing and customer relations experience, preferred

c) Skills and Abilities

• Demonstrated customer service skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Strong problem solving skills with the ability to conduct data analysis
• Excellent communication and public speaking skills with considerable experience speaking to audiences of all sizes
• Working knowledge of basic office equipment and computer software
• Organizational skills, with a high attention to detail

d) Personal Characteristics

• Self-motivated "team player" who will take responsibility for his/her actions and work
• Entrepreneurial instincts and a desire to "get the job done"
• Proven record of relating to a variety of people with tact and diplomacy
• A passion for higher education and the desire to play a key role in attracting and preparing students to become exceptional members of society
• A keen desire to serve family, church, work and community.
• A firm commitment to Tyndale’s mission, values, Statement of Faith and Community Standards Statement.

e) Physical and Mental Demands

• Working non-traditional hours (i.e. evenings and weekends) during heavy event seasons
• Able to lift and carry promotional materials and equipment

This posting is for an existing vacancy.

Tyndale University is committed to providing accommodation and support throughout the recruitment process for applicants with disabilities. Applicants who require accommodation are encouraged to contact Human Resources at hr@tyndale.ca and advise of their needs when invited to participate in the interview or selection process.

Tyndale University is committed to employment equity and to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and equitable community. In accordance with the Employment Equity Act, we encourage applications from members of visible minorities. All qualified applicants are welcome and will be considered fairly and respectfully.

Artificial intelligence (AI) is not currently used to screen, assess, or select applicants at any stage of the hiring process.

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