What does an Admission Officer do?
An Admission Officer works in an educational institution and uses its admission standards to decide whether to approve or reject student applications. If they approve the student, Admission Officers will process their paperwork, and answer any questions the student has. At certain times of the year, Admission Officers will focus on recruitment by attending promotional events at high schools or community centers and running campus tours for prospective students. They also analyze and recommend modifications to the school’s admission processes when necessary.
Admission Officer skills and qualifications
To help students as much as possible, a successful Admission Officer should have prerequisite skills and qualifications including:
- Strong analytical skill and attention to detail
- Proficient with computers
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Ability to create and maintain detailed records
- Good leadership skills
- Able to make decisions independently
- Ability to multi-task and remain organized
- Confident public speaker
Admission Officer experience requirements
Admission Officer candidates are usually required to have two to three years of experience working in education in an administrative or admissions role. Candidates with experience working or interning in a career counselling office or admissions office doing recruitment or administrative tasks are preferable. Relevant entry-level positions that provide candidates with practical work experience are Administrative Assistant, Admissions Representative, or Admissions Application Reader. Candidates may also start in these entry-level roles and work their way to Admission Officer.
Admission Officer education and training requirements
Educational requirements for Admission Officers vary depending on the educational institution. You may be willing to hire candidates with a high school diploma or GED, depending on your requirements. However, if you want a more qualified Admission Officer, you may require candidates to have a bachelor’s degree or college diploma in business administration, business management, human resources, education, or a related field. Candidates with a master’s degree in a similar field are at an advantage.
Admission Officer salary expectations
According to Indeed Salaries, the average salary for an Admission Officer in Canada is $51,706 per year. This salary varies based on the company, experience, and location.
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