Job Title: Assistant Director of Admissions
Why us
Vancouver Career College (VaCC) is a leading private institution in British Columbia, known for its practical, hands-on learning approach, VaCC ensures students gain the skills needed for today's job market. The college's experienced instructors bring real-world expertise to the classroom, enhancing the learning experience. VaCC provides robust career services, including job placement assistance, to help students transition smoothly into their chosen careers. Accredited by the Private Training Institutions Branch (PTIB), VaCC maintains high educational standards and flexible learning options to meet diverse student needs. Founded in 1996, VaCC offers programs in healthcare, business, technology, education and trades.
Your Role in a Snapshot:
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Our Academics Department is the cornerstone of our commitment to excellence in education. We strive to foster a dynamic learning environment where innovation meets tradition, empowering students to achieve their highest academic potential. Our dedicated faculty members bring a wealth of experience and expertise to inspire and guide.
Multiple Locations: Vancouver/New Westminster/Abbotsford, BC
Compensation: $50,000 - $55,000 + 2% Commission + Comprehensive Benefits
Job Type: Full Time, Permanent
Expected Start Date: November 2025
Your Day to Day:
In this role, you'll lead enrollment growth initiatives, engaging with prospective students to promote our diverse program offerings. Within the ADOA's purview are:
- Assist the Designated Admission Head and admissions team in developing and implementing strategies to attract and enroll a diverse pool of prospective students.
- Build relationships with prospective students, conducting informational sessions on admissions requirements, academic programs, and campus resources.
- Plan and execute recruitment events such as college fairs, open houses, and information sessions to engage potential students.
- Review and evaluate applications, transcripts, and supporting documents to determine eligibility and make admission decisions.
- Collaborate with other departments to ensure a seamless transition from admission to enrollment for accepted students.
- Achieve sales targets and KPIs through effective communication, follow-up, and closing strategies, maintaining accurate records of applicant data and admission decisions.
What You Bring to the Table:
- A minimum of 2 years of solid sales performance history or record
- Professional sales training - Bachelor’s degree is preferred
- Previous experience in education sales or private college admissions or B2C sales or telemarketing.
- Possesses superb verbal communication skills with a confident phone presence, able to make a high volume of reach outs (80-150 per day) while maintaining a positive attitude.
- Demonstrates strong resilience in managing rejections and objections, turning them into opportunities.
Bonus Points For:
- Exhibits excellent organizational skills and attention to detail for tracking and following up on prospective student interactions.
- Passionate about higher education with a genuine desire to help students succeed, demonstrating strong persuasive skills to convey our institution's value.
- Familiarity with CRM systems or other call management software is a plus.
- Capable of working independently, meeting set targets and goals, and adapting to changing schedules and priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Don’t hold back!—apply today, even if you do not tick every skills list. We cherish diverse skill sets, knowing your unique experiences and perspectives enrich our dynamic team.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: $50,000.00-$55,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision care
Work Location: In person
