Careers at NLC

Additional Information:

For over 50 years, the Northern Lakes College vision has been to increase accessibility to educational opportunities. With 25 locations across northern Alberta, program sites throughout Alberta, and a unique Supported Distance Learning model, students can access quality educational opportunities without leaving their community. Students can study from the comforts of home, work, on the road, or from one of the many College locations. Northern Lakes College offers a variety of university transfer, diploma, and certificate programs, including Academic Upgrading, Business & Administrative Studies, Health & Human Service Careers, Pre-Employment & Apprenticeship Trades, Resource Technology, University Studies, and Continuing Education & Corporate Training certificates and courses. We support and promote professional development and wellness opportunities, and provide our employees with an attractive benefits plan and competitive salaries. The College service region offers numerous recreational activities for the entire family to enjoy!

Northern Lakes College has the following ongoing position available:

Admissions Support
Salary: $42,564 to $50,544 per year
Location: Slave Lake
October 1, 2025 to Ongoing

Qualifications:

• Post-Secondary Certificate in Office Administration or Business Administration
• Minimum 2 years of office experience
• Strong computer skills with considerable experience with MS Office, data entry and a working knowledge of email
• Excellent communication skills
• Excellent customer service skills
• Excellent organizational skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• A combination of education, training and experience may be considered

Position Description

Northern Lakes College is a multi-campus community college serving the needs of adult learners in north central Alberta. The college supports and promotes professional development and wellness opportunities. The Admissions Office invites applications for a team player who can work independently with minimal supervision, enjoys working with the public and can complete projects within specified deadlines.

Overall Purpose

The Admissions Support reports to the Associate Registrar, Slave Lake Campus and is responsible for providing front line service & information to clients as well as assistance to Admissions in processing of applications for admission to the College. This position is part of the Admissions Office where applications for admission to College programs are processed and information on programs is provided to the public. 

Primary Areas of Responsibility:

Primary duties include:  providing shared switchboard & front-line service and performing routine data entry, responding to general inquiries about College programs and services, sending out information in response to inquiries, organizing application information, preparing and sending out routine letters/documentation as directed, making follow-up phone calls regarding requirements.  The position provides routine assistance to Admissions and provides day-to-day administrative support services to clients and staff within Student Services department.

Assets:

• Keyboarding skills
• Experience with post-secondary systems, particularly in the area of admissions
• Attention to detail
• Ability to work well as part of a team and independently
• Customer service oriented and maintain confidentiality

Successful candidate must provide College or University transcripts and a Criminal Record Check to Human Resources prior to commencement.

This position is covered under the Collective Agreement between Northern Lakes College and the Alberta Union of Provincial Employees. 

For complete details on this employment opportunity, visit us online at: www.northernlakescollege.ca click on Careers at NLC. Please submit a resume quoting the reference number NLC-2221 to: Northern Lakes College, Human Resources, 1201 Main Street SE, Slave Lake, AB  T0G 2A3  or alternatively Fax: 780-849-5881

Closing Date: July 21, 2025

Note: Northern Lakes College thanks all applicants for their interest in employment; however, only those candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.