Career Education Coordinator (Internal Posting) - Jobs in Halifax, NS

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Position DetailsPosition InformationPosition Title Career Education Coordinator (Internal Posting)Department/Unit Sci, Information Tech, Eng Co-op EdLocation Halifax, Nova Scotia, CanadaPosting Number S47-23Employee Group DPMGPosition Type TermDuration of Contract (if applicable) Three (3) yearsEmployment Type Full TimeFull-time Equivalency (FTE) 1.0Salary $55,034 - $73,625 per annumClassification ADM-05Provisional StatementThis is a provisional classification. Formal classification procedures will be initiated by the Job Design Unit in approximately six months.About Dalhousie UniversityDalhousie University is Atlantic Canada’s leading research-intensive university and a driver of the region’s intellectual, social and economic development. Located in the heart of Halifax, Nova Scotia, with an Agricultural Campus in Truro/Bible Hill, Dalhousie is a truly national and international university, with more than half of our almost 21,000 students coming from outside of the province. Our 6,000 faculty and staff foster a vibrant, purpose-driven community, that celebrated 200 years of academic excellence in 2018.Job SummaryThe Science, Information Technology, Engineering (SITE) Co-operative Education program at Dalhousie University is responsible for securing and managing quality work term opportunities for over 1,900 students annually in 29 Co-op and Work-integrated Learning (WIL) programs across four faculties and a college. Reporting to the Director, SITE, the Career Education Coordinator will deliver comprehensive, accessible, progressive advising, coaching and resources for transitioning Co-op students and non-Co-op/WIL students to assist them in meeting their needs relative to job searching, work readiness, career experiences and employment opportunities.Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and evaluate career education and professional development programs with the Director, ensuring that they meet both long-term and short-term goals of the strategic plan for the Co-op office, and increase student success in accessing and gaining career employment opportunities.
• Develop and implement strategies for advising students and clients on programming. Develop, produce, and evaluate career development and educational materials to support student advising services, using technology to increase accessibility wherever possible.
• Ensure open communication and education with internal and external stakeholders as an integral part of ongoing promotion and delivery of programs and services. Evaluate materials for programming and recommend new programs based on feedback from students and employers, and emerging trends.
• Encourage and respond to student questions and concerns about progress and desired support. Develop relationships with students that transcends graduation to supporting alumni.
• Establish and enforce policies for student participation in career services by consulting with students, employers, and faculty/academic advisors to ensure opinions and suggestions are taken into consideration.

NoteApplications for this position are restricted to current employees of Dalhousie University.The successful applicant will be eligible for hybrid work (combination of in-person work on campus and remote work) as agreed by all parties based on operational requirements and university guidelines.Dalhousie’s vaccine mandate has been suspended at this time, and employees no longer need to provide proof of full vaccination. However, health and safety risks to our community will continue to be monitored and a vaccine mandate may be reinstated if necessary.Required Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree in Business, Human Resources, Marketing or other relevant field, plus approximately three to five years’ relevant experience in a comparable client-based setting (or equivalent combination of training and experience).
• Certificate in Adult Education, Counseling or Career Counseling.
• Strong interpersonal and communication (verbal and written) skills.
• Strong time management and prioritization skills with the proven ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Self-motivated with the proven ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Proficiency in MS Office and the demonstrated ability to learn new programs.

Assets

• Experience in career education, co-op/work-integrated learning and/or experience within a university environment.

Job CompetenciesThe successful candidate is expected to demonstrate proficiency in Dalhousie’s core and leadership competencies (https://www.dal.ca/dept/leaders.html), in particular:

• Self-Awareness & Professionalism
• Respect & Inclusion
• Knowledge & Thinking Skills
• Communication
• Service

Additional InformationDalhousie University supports a healthy and balanced lifestyle. Our total compensation package includes a defined benefit pension plan, health and dental plans, a health spending account, an employee and family assistance program and a tuition assistance program.Application ConsiderationThis posting is restricted to current employees of Dalhousie University.We sincerely appreciate all applications and note that only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted directly by the hiring department or Human Resources.Diversity StatementDalhousie University commits to achieving inclusive excellence through continually championing equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility. The university encourages applications from Indigenous persons (especially Mi’kmaq), persons of Black/African descent (especially African Nova Scotians), and members of other racialized groups, persons with disabilities, women, persons identifying as members of 2SLGBTQ+ communities, and all candidates who would contribute to the diversity of our community.Posting Detail InformationNumber of Vacancies One (1)Open Date 02/07/2023Close Date 02/14/2023Open Until Filled NoSpecial Instructions to ApplicantQuick Apply

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