Director Recruitment and Admissions

StFX espikinamatnokuom etek Mikmaki wejkwataqanik Mikmaq maqamikewmuew mnaq iknmuetutik. Nalikitquniejk na Mikmawey wisun wjit Antigonish teluek Aklasiewiktuk place where branches are torn off.

StFX is located in Mikmaki the unceded ancestral territory of the Mikmaw people. The Mikmaw name for Antigonish is Nalikitquniejk meaning place where branches are torn off.

St. Francis Xavier University (StFX) is known for the quality of its teaching its small class sizes creating an intimate and collaborative learning environment and its valuable handson learning and research opportunities for undergraduates. The University is renowned nationally and internationally for its immersive learning environment and a curriculum that encompasses programs offered by the Faculties of Science Arts Education and Business working together to foster curiosity collaboration and innovation. StFX is home to 5000 students 250 faculty 460 employees and an engaged alumni network of over 50000 citizens whose influence and impact are global. Established in 1853 and as one of the oldest universities in Canada StFX hosts a uniquely beautiful campus in the Maritime town of Antigonish Nova Scotia. Its graduates wear the iconic Xring a symbol of the strong social values that tie Xaverians together.

It is within this context that StFX welcomes applications and nominations for the appointment of its Director Recruitment & Admissions commencing spring 2025 or soon after.

Reporting to the Vice President Academic and Provost the Director of Recruitment and Admissions (Director) is responsible for all aspects of Canadian and International undergraduate and graduate student recruitment (including campus tours) and admissions. The Director oversees the development and implementation of effective admissions and recruitment strategies to ensure marketing promotions recruitment and admissions policies and procedures are effective and competitive; to improve applicant conversion; and to lead enrollment of highly qualified applicants. In addition to leading and implementing an effective prospective student conversion strategy and annual recruitment/admissions cycles the Director is responsible for evaluating the Universitys admission and recruitment program (in close collaboration with the Registrar) and procedures while developing new strategies to ensure competitiveness effectiveness and success in attracting and supporting highly qualified prospective students. This position is highly visible to the external community and is expected to lead strong working relationships with university constituents and the community. The Director also represents the University at regional national and international organizations as the lead expert in the Universitys admissions and recruitment strategies.

As the ideal candidate you bring relevant experience with marketing and academic admissions strategic and operational planning and partnership development from an academic environment. Knowledge of specialized highereducation admissions programs is desirable and considered an asset. Preference will be given to candidates with comprehensive knowledge of and experience with Canadian and international education systems as well as the ability to translate this knowledge into a strategy for achieving the universitys ambitious domestic and international enrollment goals. In your tenure you have applied and evaluated research institutional data and theoretical frameworks to establish manage and transform evidencebased admissions/recruitment programs and services. You are adept at relationships and can work well with a variety of constituencies including faculty administrators students staff and alumni. You engage in a collaborative manner building consensus maintaining confidentiality ensuring sensitivity to the needs and interests of a variety of stakeholders. You lead by supporting the functioning of a diverse remote or hybrid team and have demonstrated success in supporting and leading change efforts. Ability to travel extensively and internationally is required for this position. Candidates must hold a Bachelors degree or equivalent from a recognized university or college and have demonstrable seniorlevel experience in recruiting and admissions in a public postsecondary environment (preferably a university).

To learn more about this impactful leadership opportunity with St. Francis Xavier University please submit a comprehensive resume along with a cover letter in confidence to Jane Griffith and/or Caroline McLean or visit: https://griffithgroup/stfxdirectorrecruitmentadmissions/.

Salary Range and Compensation Package:Tentative Salary band (GH) of $115888 to $141628 commensurate with experience. The total compensation package includes a comprehensive benefits package with travel and life insurance 4 weeks vacation plus designated holidays personal days and sick days defined contribution pension plan tuition credit program and discounted access to the recreation facility.

StFX is committed to upholding the values of equity diversity inclusion and accessibility. It encourages applications from members of groups that have been historically disadvantaged and marginalized including Indigenous persons (especially Mikmaq) racialized persons (especially African Nova Scotians) persons with disabilities those who identify as women and/or 2SLGBTQIA and any others who would contribute to the diversity of our community.

All qualified candidates are welcome to apply; however priority will be given to those legally eligible to work in Canada.

StFX and Griffith Group are committed to an inclusive accessible and welcoming hiring process that eliminates barriers to participation for persons with disabilities. Should you require an accommodation during the recruitment process please contact Jane Griffith .