Recruitment Officer

Department: CCMPS-Office of the Dean
This position is represented by the agreement between the Professional Staff Association and the University of Guelph

Temporary full-time from 03/02/2026 to 12/31/2027 
Temporary Absence of the Regular Incumbent

If you are a current employee of the University of Guelph you must apply on the internal Career Page in order to be considered as an internal applicant. 
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General Purpose

The College of Computational, Mathematical, and Physical Sciences (CCMPS) is one of eight faculties at the University of Guelph and houses Chemistry, Computer Science, Mathematics and Statistics, and Physics; several major research centres and institutes; and advanced research infrastructure. CCMPS is involved in several high-profile external partnerships, and is a major component of the University’s STEM academics and research.

Reporting to the Marketing and Communications Manager, the Recruitment Officer acts as the ‘Public Face’ and lead for undergraduate recruitment in CCMPS Bachelor of Computing, Bachelor of Mathematics and Bachelor of Science programs, along with College events planning. It is expected that this role will work closely with key personnel in the departments and schools of CCMPS, and across the University, to support the College in meeting its enrollment targets.

Duties and Responsibilities

Responsibilities will include:

• Developing, executing, and measuring the success of recruitment strategies to meet the objectives of CCMPS’s enrollment targets and strategic plans.
• Organizing CCMPS recruitment events and/or events that aim to improve the reputation and profile of the College.
• Developing marketing/recruiting activities throughout the various stages of the recruitment funnel to increase applications and acceptances from high-quality students and meet enrolment goals.
• Developing and delivering presentations for tours, open houses, discipline specific off-campus events that highlight the competitive advantage of CCMPS programs.
• Conducting hands-on recruitment experiences either on-campus such as tours or on-location such as high school visits to promote computer science and/or physical sciences programs at U of G.
• Work with Admissions to lead CCMPS’s representation at University recruitment events.
• Responding to student and/or support person inquiries.
• Training volunteers for events, soliciting recruitment event participation, and developing a network of current students to act as tour guides and ambassadors.
• Advising community as to best practices and key messaging for recruitment.
• Overnight and outside-hours (evening and weekend) work occasionally required during recruitment cycle for U of G/CCMPS recruitment events.

Requirements

Requirements of the position include:

• An undergraduate degree in science, technology, engineering or mathematics (STEM) or in marketing and/or communications plus a minimum of 2 years related work experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. An undergraduate degree in STEM from U of G plus post graduate training related to marketing and communications considered an asset;
• Experience developing, executing, and evaluating recruitment strategies with strong understanding of the enrolment management funnel;
• Experience organizing and leading events, including volunteer management;
• Strong written and oral communications skills;
• A proven track record of producing results in high pressure situations and under tight timelines;
• Demonstrated relationship management skills and the ability to foster teamwork and collaboration; the ability to act professionally and ethically;
• Exceptional organizational and planning skills; and a high degree of initiative and independence.
• Possess a valid Province of Ontario Class G driver’s license, reliable access to a vehicle and ability to do occasional day/overnight travel.

Employee Type: Regular 
Position Number: 10253031 
Classification: P&M FT- Band 03    
Professional/Managerial Salary Bands 
The target hiring salary for this position is minimum and up to 96% of midpoint for the salary grade.

*Tentative evaluation; subject to committee review.

At the University of Guelph, fostering a culture of inclusion is an institutional imperative. The University invites and encourages applications from all qualified individuals, including from groups that are traditionally underrepresented in employment, who may contribute to further diversification of our Institution.

Posting Date:  01/15/2026  
Closing Date:  01/29/2026