Applications are to be received by: 4:30 p.m. on July 29. 2026
Classification: Student Assistant III
Employee Group: PSAC
Job Title: Recruitment and Retention Assistant
Department: Student Services
Wage: $18.41 / hour SAIII
Hours of Work: Up to 10 hours per week
Start Date: August 31, 2026
Number of Positions Available: 1
Length of Appointment: December 18, 2026
Date Issued: July 13, 2026
Duties:
Assist with Recruitment initiatives, such as career fairs both on and off campus
Maintaining the BU Student Life social media presences, including posting material regularly as directed.
Create marketing materials/posters to promote recruitment and retention events and programming.
Support student leader recruitment and activities.
Assist with student outreach, including but not limited to mail-outs, recruitment package assembly, campus tours and tour reminders.
and other relevant duties as assigned.
Qualifications/Experience:
Enrolled at BU with strong academic standing (a minimum GPA of 2.5 or higher at time of application).
Strong attention to detail.
Outstanding leadership and organizational skills.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Demonstrated ability to create and maintain social media presence.
Ability to communicate clearly and effectively and to work effectively both independently and as a member of a team.
Demonstrated critical and creative thinking skills.
Knowledge of campus and community resources.
Respect for and enthusiasm for working with a diverse population.
Excellent computer skills (word processing, email, database management, spreadsheets) and experience in desktop publishing and mail merge is an asset.
To Apply:
Applications will include a cover letter, resume and names and contact information for three references.
Application will be submitted to:
Lidia Lohr, Administrative Assistant to the Dean of Students
Email: [email protected]
Brandon University is committed to equity, welcomes diversity, and hires on the basis of merit. All qualified individuals who may contribute to the diversification of the University, especially women, persons with disabilities, Indigenous persons, racialized persons, and persons of all sexual orientations and genders are encouraged to apply. Canadian citizens and permanent residents are given priority. Evidence of citizenship must be provided.
We are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment. This starts with the hiring process. Should you require an accommodation during any phase of the recruitment process, contact HR at [email protected]. All information received related to an accommodation is kept confidential. To ensure this employment opportunity is accessible to all interested individuals, this posting is available in an alternate format upon request.
