Date Posted: Vice Provost Strategic Enrolment Management

University Admissions and Outreach In collaboration with divisions/campuses, the Admissions team of University Admissions and Outreach in the Division of the Vice-Provost for Strategic Enrolment Management is responsible for planning and managing undergraduate admissions for all direct entry undergraduate programs at the University. Admissions maintains expertise in current research and best practices in admissions policy and processes. It is responsible for providing information and advice to the tri-campus undergraduate community concerning admissions policy and process, and further acts a resource to divisional/campus admissions committees.

Under the direction of the Director, University Admissions, the incumbent oversees the work of one of the three core teams in University Admissions – the Policy Team. The Policy team is responsible for conducting research, analysis, and synthesizing findings to advise the tri-campus university in all aspects of undergraduate university admissions – including being the primary advisors on determining equivalencies for the Ontario Secondary School curriculum. The incumbent will gather and assess data (both quantitative and qualitative) toward the development of admissions policies, guidelines, best practices, processes, and professional development/training materials to further the strategic enrolment management priorities of the University.

The ultimate goal is to support the tri-campus in enrolling diverse and dynamic undergraduate populations to meet divisional and institutional targets, and to manage an admissions process that aligns with the highest levels of student-centric and inclusive service, embedded in the University’s mission. Overseeing the day to day work of the Policy Team. Serving as an expert resource to a group of professionals in the specialty.

Conducting detailed data analysis and/or literature reviews to inform management decision making and strategy. Providing guidance and communicating information & updates on new admissions policies and processes.





Leading the development and making recommendation for program admission and enrolment policies. Conducting detailed analysis on existing admission policies & processes, including determination of equivalencies to the Ontario Secondary School curriculum, and providing information to support policy updates & development.

Providing consultation and advice on the application of laws, rules, policies and procedures (e.g., federal, provincial, university).

Planning and implementing components of research projects.

Consulting with the tri-campus undergraduate university admissions community to understand their strategic enrolment priorities and business requirements; Building and strengthening relationships with stakeholders and partners of strategic importance to advance and refine policy priorities.

Bachelor's Degree or acceptable combination of equivalent experience.

Minimum five (5) years of relevant experience working in a University environment, preferably within a high-volume university or college admissions office.

Experience interpreting and applying university policies.

Experience in preparing reports which support policy and guidelines development.

Demonstrated knowledge of educational systems and international credential assessment.

Strong computer skills including making use of external information systems and web-based applications; Advanced software skills to include: Excel, Access, Word and PowerPoint.

Demonstrated ability to work with a wide range of stakeholders comfortably and professionally with a customer-service orientation and maintaining confidentiality.





Demonstrated ability to prioritize and meet deadlines and manage competing priorities and processes, while maintaining high level of quality.

Capacity to react to adjustments and alterations promptly and efficiently in a cooperative manner. Assets (Nonessential):

Knowledge of University and University Admissions and Outreach policies, procedures and business processes is an asset. Full-Time

Pay scale and job class assignment is subject to determination pursuant to the Job Evaluation/Pay Equity Maintenance Protocol.

Administrative / Managerial Candidates who are members of Indigenous, Black, racialized and 2SLGBTQ+ communities, persons with disabilities, and other equity deserving groups are encouraged to apply, and their lived experience shall be taken into consideration as applicable to the posted position.

Diversity

Statement The University of Toronto embraces Diversity and is building aculture of belonging that increases our capacity to effectivelyaddress and serve the interests of our global community. Westrongly encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples,Black and racialized persons, women, persons withdisabilities, and people of diverse sexual and gender identities.We value applicants who have demonstrated a commitment toequity, diversity and inclusion and recognize that diverseperspectives, experiences, and expertise are essential tostrengthening our academic mission.

As part of your application, you will be asked to complete a brief Diversity Survey. This survey is voluntary. The University strives to be an equitable and inclusive community, and proactively seeks to increase diversity among its community members.

Our values regarding equity and diversity are linked with our unwavering commitment to excellence in the pursuit of our academic mission. The University is committed to the principles of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). As such, we strive to make our recruitment, assessment and selection processes as accessible as possible and provide accommodations as required for applicants with disabilities.

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