Job Title Data Processing Administrator Job Type Permanent Union MRSA Position Classification SAD05 Administrative Services V Salary Grade $50,250.20 - $63,645.40 FT or PT Full-time Hybrid Work This position is eligible Position End Date (if applicable) Location MRU Main Campus - Calgary, AB T3E 6K6 CA (Primary) About This Position About the Division The focus of the Students division is to serve and support the academic and non-academic growth and development of students. Our strength is in our approaches to peer-to-peer learning and student leadership by empowering students to work collaboratively with service areas and other students to grow holistically as individuals. The Students portfolio at Mount Royal broadly encompasses Student Experience & Success, Enrolment Management, International Education and Planning & Operations delivering support and services that are inextricably linked with the teaching and learning outcomes academic departments are tasked with achieving.

We support the University’s mission by assisting students, staff and faculty through a variety of departments, including: Admissions, Recruitment and Transfer Credit, the Office of the Registrar (Awards, Academic Scheduling & Curriculum, Records, Registration and Financial Aid), Student Success and Learning (Academic Advising, Student Community Standards, Student Experience, Student Learning Services), Access and Inclusion Services, Career Services, Wellness Services, Cougars Athletics and Recreation, the Iniskim Centre, International Education, Residence Services, Student Systems and Student Communications.

About The Role Reporting to the Coordinator, Transfer Credit and Articulation, the Data Processing Administrator is accountable to ensure that data is entered into the student information systems (Banner & Slate) in a timely and accurate manner, observing University data standards. The incumbent will receive, evaluate, and interpret the data of both paper and electronic, high-school and post-secondary transcripts for the purpose of entry into the student information systems (Banner & Slate). A set of complex procedures must be followed that require significant judgment, evaluation, decision-making, creation of new codes, and clarifying the content with other institutions to ensure overall data integrity.

All units within the Students Division rely on the accuracy of the transcript data for all other processes such as automated GPA calculations for admission,



transfer articulation, prerequisite checking, representation of courses in the degree audit system, and the evaluation for graduation. This is a permanent, full-time position, working 35 hours per week.

Responsibilities Ensure accurate and timely entry of academic documents, including post-secondary and high school transcripts for use in the decision-making process, both electronic and paper formats

Enter receipt of post-secondary transcripts for all areas and all transfer equivalency data into Banner and Slate

Become familiar with out-of-province documents and international documents to determine equivalent courses from other provinces and countries

Maintain an in-depth understanding of Banner for navigation, data entry and retrieval

Maintain an in-depth understanding of receipt and downloading of electronic transcripts as received through ApplyAlberta Qualifications Two-year diploma from a College or equivalent

Excellent keyboarding speed and accuracy

Must be detail-oriented and use critical thinking skills

Ability to work independently Salary: $50,250.20 - $63,645.40 per annum Closing date: August 17, 2026 A cover letter and resume should be submitted in one .pdf document. Please title your .pdf document as follows: [Last Name], [Requisition Number], [Document Title].pdf (ex. Smith, 4321, CV.pdf).

We encourage all qualified applicants to apply, however, Canadian citizens, permanent residents and others currently legally authorized to work in Canada will be given priority. Please note only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. After the close date, you can check on the status of your application through your Career Centre.

New career opportunities arise frequently and are posted as they become available. Please check back often to view our latest postings on our Career Opportunities page. If you require accommodation to participate in the recruitment process, please notify [email protected] and we will work together on your accommodation request.

About MRU Founded in 1910 and located in Calgary, Alberta,



Canada, Mount Royal University grew into a vibrant college in the 1930s and became a mid-sized university in 2009. A student-focused undergraduate university built on teaching excellence, Mount Royal University is known for our top-calibre programs, high-quality teaching and learning experience, robust delivery of liberal education, scholarly teaching, experiential learning and undergraduate research. MRU serves approximately 15,782 students, including 11,752 full-time and 4,030 part-time learners.

MRU offers 13 bachelor's degrees encompassing 37 majors across faculties such as Arts, Business, Communications, Health, Community & Education, and Science & Technology. With over 74% of its student body drawn from the local area, Mount Royal University primarily serves Calgary and its surrounding region. MRU is a diverse yet close community with over 1,800 employees.

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Royal provides employees the support they need to lead and advance institutional goals. Learn more about MRU's Academic Plan and Strategic Plan.

What We Offer Talented and committed employees are the driving force behind student success. We strive to be an employer of choice among Canadian post-secondary institutions. At MRU, we recognize that people are a combination of many intersecting identities; we work to cultivate an environment that welcomes the whole person, and harnesses the strength that is available in our diversity, creating a rich and inclusive workplace.

Investing in the learning and development of our employees perks the individual and the University. A variety of services, resources and programs encourage a healthy, productive workplace. MRU offers a competitive total compensation package including learning/training paid by employer, paid vacation, winter holiday closure, personal days and a free membership in our fully equipped recreation centre.

Positions over six months may also be eligible for health and dental benefits, pension, health and personal spending accounts, and disability benefits. Our campus offers the convenience of a full medical clinic, dentist and pharmacy, as well as a variety of wellness services such as physiotherapists and massage therapists.

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Recreation offers many activities, including personal training, fitness classes, climbing, aquatics, sports, tournaments and certifications for students, employees and the public.

📌 Data Processing Administrator (Calgary)
🏢 Mount Royal University
📍 Calgary