JOB DESCRIPTION
Position Student Ambassador
Department Domestic Recruitment-University Relations
Reporting to Domestic Recruitment Team
15 to 20 hrs a week, Hours dependent on operations
PURPOSE
CBU (Cape Breton University) Student Ambassadors are student representatives and brand ambassadors for Cape
Breton University. As a student ambassador, you will have the opportunity to work closely with the Domestic
Recruitment Team both in the office and off campus for local recruitment initiatives and events. This position will
work closely with our staff in the CIBC Student Welcome Centre. Student ambassadors can obtain up to 15 hours a
week, but these hours will fluctuate week to week depending on the needs of the department. Student class
schedules will however be taken into consideration when scheduling shifts.
SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILTIES
Campus Tours
Student Ambassadors lead and schedule Campus Tours. As a campus tour lead, you would show potential students
and their supporters around the CBU campus. Tours consist of both one on one and large groups.
Administrative Tasks
Responsibilities would include but are not limited to, answering inquiries via phone, helping with administrative
tasks, logging swag inventory, and responding to email inquiries regarding CBU program offerings.
Events and Student Recruitment
Help with planning and execution of all on campus events hosted by Domestic Recruitment along with attending
many on campus events hosted by other departments. Student Ambassadors would also attend recruitment
events with our recruiters in the community and at local schools.
QUALIFICATIONS
• Must be enrolled at Cape Breton University and in good academic standing
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to work in a team environment and maintain a good working relationship with other ambassadors
and university employees
• Good judgement skills and the ability to maintain confidentiality
• Ability to work non-traditional working hours
• Driver’s license is an asset
• Must be familiar with all popular social media platforms
How to Apply:
Forward Cover Letter and Resume to Cynthia Vokey, Manager, Domestic Recruitment