Full-time
Halifax, NS (HRM)
Posted 6 days ago
The HDC is seeking a full-time Student Admissions/Counsellor & Recruiter responsible for the overall student recruitment and enrollment for the school. Reporting directly to the Enrollment and Marketing Lead, the Admissions Recruiter will be tasked with driving student enrolment through various recruitment and marketing initiatives.
Qualifications and Requirements
- Sales and customer service experience
- Industry experience in salon and higher education
- Driver’s licence, Own vehicle
Ideal Candidate
- Sales-driven; sales experience is ideal
- Excellent communication skills with individuals and teams
- Ability to mediate and conflict resolution
- Knowledge in higher education and the salon industry
- Understanding of all program requirements
- Computer skills – Microsoft 365
- Well organized and strong time management skills
Responsibilities
- Coordination and execution of all marketing and promotional initiatives to generate sufficient student leads for the programs offered. This includes traditional mediums (print/radio) as well as social media and website initiatives.
- Following up on all leads or applications immediately by phone or in person, answering questions and booking interviews on a timely basis.
- Conducting interviews and school tours in conjunction with the HDC “service standards”.
- Converting leads into enrollments which meet or exceed the HDC enrollment targets for each program.
- Coordinating and executing Student Orientation days 14 days prior to the start date of new programs.
- Being familiar with program outlines and schedules at all times.
- Participating and representing the HDC in all career days.
- Organizing and facilitating the Co-Op program.
- Tracking enrollment updates weekly and report to directors.
- Setting up programs/events at high schools and attending local events, fashion shows etc.
- Providing Public Relations support for the HDC, as required.
- Administering the HDC Bursary and referral program internal and external.
- Acting as High School Guidance department liaison.
- Sending out Orientation letters and coordinate first day activities.
- Keeping track of Student Invoices, payments, schedules.
- Coordinating the SRG job fair under the protocol of the HDC.
- Liaison with independent salons as requested regarding student placement.
- Posting Updates on HDC website, posting newsletters, and managing HDC social media feeds.
- Participating as requested in all leadership, team meetings, marketing and business review meetings.
$19.00 per hour plus bonus.
Application deadline: December 11, 2025
Please submit resume to apply.