Manager, Integrated Student Experience & Retention

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Closing Date : January 8th 2026 at 4 : 00 PM

FACULTY OF BUSINESS

The UNB Saint John Faculty of Business (FOB) offers a 12-month intensive MBA program and a Bachelor of Business program with industry backed specializations numerous experiential learning opportunities and a CEWIL accredited co-op program. The faculty in collaboration with other UNB units manages admissions program advising student engagement experiential learning curriculum development alumni relations and community engagement.

WHAT WE OFFER

Full-time Continuing Saint John On-Campus

Standard Work Hours : Mon - Fri 8 : 15 am - 4 : 30 pm 36.25 hours per week

Salary Range : $65069 - $88681 per annum

YOUR FOCUS

Reporting to the Dean of Business the Manager of Integrated Student Experience and Retention plays a pivotal role in enhancing the student success satisfaction and retention. This position provides the strategic direction to student support services community building initiatives and outreach efforts to create meaningful experiences for all business students. It also oversees a dedicated team of full-time and term staff involved in employer engagement student development and student experience.

• Develop implement and maintain an integrated strategic plan to enhance the overall experience and retention of students; oversee team outputs through comprehensive work plans; and monitor related performance indicators.
• Develop and manage feedback mechanisms to enhance student retention and community involvement.
• Maintain personal and institutional currency with respect to competitive trends and best practices for optimal student satisfaction and retention.
• Do market intelligence research on trends in student experience and prepare performance dashboards for the Dean.
• Identify opportunities for continuous improvement and expansion of the portfolio of extra-curricular activities.
• Design and implement a communication strategy to tell compelling success stories about student experiences and community partnerships.
• Provide leadership guidance mentorship and professional development opportunities to team members.
• Collaborate with P&C and other departments to recruit onboard and retain top talent.
• Develop and implement a proactive succession plan and peer-training for the team to be sustainable over time.
• Collect data on student satisfaction and improve policies processes and programs accordingly.
• Coordinate with the stakeholders involved in experiential activities for business students from orientation to graduation.
• Lead the organization of strategic social events networking opportunities and professional development activities that foster a sense of belonging and camaraderie among students alumni faculty and staff.
• Work with business student clubs and societies to support their actions and maximize their impact.
• Provide organization and communication support to initiatives that are organized by business faculty staff or student clubs.
• Collect data and lessons learned from events involving students external partners and sponsors.
• Create and maintain an integrated database of community supporters and partners.

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A little bit about us

University of New Brunswick

The University of New Brunswick employs more than 3200 full- and part-time staff including faculty support staff and students. UNB values people and we have proudly been named as one of Canadas Top 100 Employers for 2025 and one of Atlantic Canadas Top Employers for 2024.

UNB is situated on the unceded territory of the Wolastoqiyik and Mikmaq peoples along the banks of the beautiful and bountiful Wolastoq river a region recognized worldwide for its natural beauty. UNB is a comprehensive university with a long history of excellence in teaching and research.

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WHY CHOOSE UNB

UNB offers a large variety of benefits for employees including a full pension a minimum of three weeks of vacation annually the Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP) and dental life and health insurance.

ADMINISTRATIVE PROFESSIONAL AND TECHNICAL GROUP (APT)

This position is part of the non-union Administrative Professional and Technical (APT) group.

COMMITMENT TO EQUITY DIVERSITY & INCLUSION

The University of New Brunswick is committed to employment equity and fostering diversity within our community and developing an inclusive workplace that reflects the richness of the broader community that we serve. The University welcomes and encourages applications from all qualified individuals who will help us achieve our goals including women visible minorities Aboriginal persons persons with disabilities persons of any sexual orientation gender identity or gender expression. Preference will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents of Canada.

We thank all who apply; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Required Experience :

Manager

Key Skills

Anti Money Laundering,Access Control System,Catering,Assessment,Communication

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1

Yearly Salary Salary : 65069 - 88681