About Western
Since 1878, Western University has been committed to serving our communities through the pursuit of academic excellence and by providing students, faculty, and community members with life-long opportunities for intellectual, social, and cultural growth. We seek excellent students, faculty, and staff to join us in what has become known as the "Western Experience" - an opportunity to contribute to a better world through the development of new knowledge, new abilities, new connections, and new ways to make a difference.
About Us
The Admissions team in the Office of the Registrar aims to recruit and admit the best international and domestic students to the University to achieve the institution’s enrolment and strategic plan objectives; to ensure that the University’s admission standards are met and maintained through exemplary customer service, the adjudication of applicants, and the implementation of Senate policies governing admission and transfer credit.
Responsibilities
Qualifications
Education:
- Undergraduate Degree and/or equivalent combination of education and work experience
Experience:
- 1 year of customer service experience
Skills, Abilities & Expertise:
- Knowledge of general office procedures and ability to perform in an open office with frequent distractions and interruptions
- Written and verbal communication skills to express ideas clearly, and adapt communication style to suit the situation and audience
- Computer skills with the ability to learn and use software programs
- Basic computer skills in Microsoft Office Suite and competence in arithmetical concepts
- Ability to maintain a positive, outgoing attitude with genuine customer service orientation
- Ability to follow formal business practices with high attention to detail
- Ability to multi-task and maintain an organized and effective personal work environment
- Adapts readily and effectively to changing priorities and demands
- Personable and courteous in working relationships with colleagues, students and the public
- Flexibility in both interpersonal interactions and task assignment
- Familiarity with computerized systems, specifically Peoplesoft and Laserfiche would be desirable
- Ability to perform repetitive and tedious tasks for lengthy periods of time with accuracy
- Strong keyboarding skills
Why Western?
Western offers a broad and exciting variety of part-time and temporary employment opportunities with ample room for job exploration and growth. Within our beautiful campus, you are part of a progressive work environment that promotes work/life balance including access to our state-of-the-art recreation centre. Apply for an opportunity to be part of the Western community and contribute to its success!
Applying at Western
To ensure that your application is given full consideration, please complete all relevant sections of the application. In addition, you can choose to supplement your application with a cover letter and current resume.
Consideration of applicants will include an assessment of previous performance, experience, and qualifications. Applicants should have oral communication skills in English.
Western Values Diversity
The University invites applications from all qualified individuals. Western is committed to employment equity and diversity in the workplace and welcomes applications from women, members of racialized groups/visible minorities, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation, and persons of any gender identity or gender expression.
Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If you require accommodations for interviews or other meetings, please contact Human Resources or phone 519-661-2194.
Please Note:
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those chosen for an interview will be contacted.