Swenam College is seeking a proactive, personable Admissions & Community Outreach Coordinator to connect prospective students with career-focused education and build meaningful relationships across our community.
If you enjoy meeting people, developing partnerships, and turning conversations into opportunities, we would love to hear from you.
About the RoleYou will support domestic student recruitment, guide prospective students from their first inquiry through enrolment, and strengthen connections with employment services, settlement agencies, schools, employers, and community organizations. This role combines student advising, relationship building, outreach, and recruitment, with a focus on helping students make informed education decisions.
What You'll Do- Respond promptly to student inquiries by phone, email, and in person, providing welcoming and professional support.
- Explain program options, admission requirements, tuition, schedules, and application steps accurately.
- Follow up with prospective students, arrange campus tours, and support complete applications.
- Develop referral relationships with WorkBC centers, settlement agencies, community organizations, and local employers.
- Represent Swenam College at career fairs, community events, presentations, and networking activities.
- Coordinate information sessions, open houses, and targeted recruitment initiatives.
- Work with admissions, marketing, and academic teams to support a smooth transition into study.
- Maintain accurate records of inquiries, referrals, applications, and enrolments using CRM and college systems.
- Track outreach results and contribute to recruitment goals while maintaining ethical, student-centred practices.
- Experience in admissions, student recruitment, community outreach, business development, or a related field; career college experience is an asset.
- Strong communication, presentation, relationship-building, and follow-up skills.
- An organized approach and the ability to manage multiple priorities independently.
- Confidence using CRM systems, Microsoft Office, and digital communication tools.
- An understanding of the needs of adult learners, newcomers, and people changing careers.
- Existing community connections in Metro Vancouver and additional language skills are assets.
Join a collaborative college community where your ideas, relationships, and initiative can make a visible difference. Help expand access to career education while contributing to Swenam College’s growth and community partnerships.
Swenam College welcomes applicants from diverse backgrounds. Accommodations are available upon request during the recruitment process.
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