Career Services Coordinator - Jobs in Sackville, NB

Job Description

Position descriptionReporting to the Director of Experiential Learning and Career Development, the Career Services Coordinator will provide administrative oversight of designated student internship programs and aspects of the student mentorship program. The Coordinator will assist in the development of strategic partnerships with private/public organizations and foundations for the identification, description, and delivery of internship opportunities. This includes but is not limited to filling internship positions with qualified students, and coordinating internship placements. They will be responsibe for utilizing provincial and federal programs that are developed to support experiential learning.The Coordinator will manage a number of events for the Experiential Learning and Career Development Office that support students’ transition to the work force and related to professional development. As experiential learning is further improved and expanded, other activities will be added as part of the job responsibilities as they are developed.The Coordinator will be responsible for the design, direction, and administration of the University’s career/employment programs and services. This includes, but is not limited to, career counselling, graduate school preparation, and the coordination and/or delivery of associated programs and workshops.Position Responsibilities

• Oversee the administration and effective management of assigned experiential learning activities.
• Work with the Director of Experiential Learning and the Manager of Experiential Learning to develop and continue sustainable partnerships with private and public organizations for the delivery of student internship opportunities and all other internship programs that are assigned.
• Organize all aspects of internship placements.
• Coordinate, update, and, using the Experience MTA platform, track experiential learning and career development activities, including the internship programs, the opportunity board and other programs as they develop.
• Work with the Director of Experiential Learning and the Manager of Experiential Learning to utilize the federal and provincial programs that exist to support experiential learning.
• Track mentors and mentorship opportunities with MTA alumni using digital tools.
• Work collaboratively with the team of Experiential Learning and Career Development to manage events related to students’ career development and entrepreneurship.
• Coordinate other career and employment fairs throughout the year, as necessary.
• Work with the Director of Experiential Learning and Career Development to oversee the coordination, promotion, and delivery of the University’s career preparation and post-graduation service offerings. Facilitate programming and the delivery of services that help to prepare students for employment after graduation.
• Coordinate campus recruiting visits by prospective employers.
• Coordinate graduate school visits and graduate program presentations
• Coordinate pre-employment inventory skill building workshops/seminars.
• Work in individual or group settings to offer career advising services to students.
• Advise students on potential career paths, training and post-graduation opportunities.
• Be knowledgeable of graduate entrance requirements and ensure students are aware of the requisite preparations they must make while at Mount Allison in conjunction with academic advisers.
• Develop and maintain on-line and physical “bulletin-board” facilities for career management/counseling services and employment opportunities

• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications/skills

• The successful candidate will have a minimum of a Bachelor level degree from a recognized post-secondary institution.
• At least three years of relevant experience.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills are required.
• Strong interpersonal and presentation skills.
• Experience working with online data or learning management tools.
• Experience delivering professional or career development services and workshops.
• Familiarity with provincial and federal programs related to experiential learning.
• Competency in Office 365 suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint) is a requirement.
• Familiarity with Outcome Plus platform is considered an asset.

The successful candidate will demonstrate excellent interpersonal, organizational skills, an ability to work independently, and an ability to build partnerships with diverse stakeholders. Some travel in the region will be required.If you are interested in the challenges and opportunities that this position has to offer, please forward your application to: Human Resources Department, Mount Allison University, 65 York St., Sackville, NB E4L 1E4 Fax: (506) 364-2385, e-mail: hr@mta.ca Review of applications will begin on August 14, 2022.We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.Visit our website at www.mta.ca/employment for other employment opportunities at Mount Allison University or to register to receive e-mail notification of new opportunities.Mount Allison is committed to diversity and inclusiveness. We encourage applications from members of racialized communities, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, and persons of all sexual and gender identities. We seek candidates with qualifications and knowledge to contribute specifically to the further diversification of our campus community.Quick Apply

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