Employment Specialist- Kitchener

Join the Future of Education – Where Passion Meets Purpose At triOS and Eastern College, we don’t just help students become job-ready graduates – we ignite futures. We’re seeking kindred spirits who believe that learning can change lives. As a Canada-owned private career college, our vision is bold, our mission is clear, and our values run deep. Integrity, dedication, readiness, and respect aren’t just words – they shape every classroom experience, every team meeting, and every morning coffee. We’re looking for people who: 🧭 Lead with integrity — You do what you say you’ll do. 🔥 Show up with heart — You bring your best to students and colleagues alike. 🚀 Embrace growth — You’re always learning, always evolving. If this sounds like you, you might be exactly who we’re looking for. We’re not just hiring – we’re building a community of educators and professionals who care deeply, dream boldly, and laugh often, if you’re searching for meaningful work that values your contribution, we invite you to apply. We are proud to be one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies for 15 consecutive years – now recognized with Platinum designation. That’s not just a badge – it’s a reflection of our student-first mindset and unwavering support for our team. Let’s shape the future together. Job Title: Employment Specialist Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Start Date: January 2026 What you’ll be doing: Actively contact corporate employers to source out leads for job/internship opportunities and possible on-campus visits to speak to students. Contact businesses to promote graduates, events and understanding market trends. Conduct corporate presentations to organize on triOS graduates. Develop and maintain ongoing relationships through frequent follow-up contact to course out leads for internships. Attend networking events, association meetings, trade shows, and career fairs. Work with Marketing to arrange for employers to attend events: Career Fairs, Lunch and Learns Develop an extensive account base using XCAS – College Corporate Administration System (Corporate Accounts), magazines & newspapers, directories, and the internet Develop relationships with employers to review and support programs for approval submission to Ministry of Training Colleges and Universities. Deliver new student orientation as per schedule. Deliver one hour in-class Employment Ready workshops for the students setting out goals, objectives, directives, and expectations. Meet job placement and internship targets as defined by Management. Work with Marketing to develop student success stories, graduate profiles, and graduate/employer references. The duties and responsibilities listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the role expectations if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position. What you bring to the position: Post-secondary education in Social Sciences, Education, Psychology, Business or Career Development. Minimum three (3) years of demonstrated experience in recruitment (proven experience with placements), and/or business development. Demonstrated three (3) years of experience training/teaching adults in career management and employment facilitation and one to one counseling. Excellent presentation and facilitation skills. Knowledge of employment search techniques, career management competencies, training needs analysis, and one-to-one counseling techniques. Labour market trends and information. Computer literacy in MS Office, Internet, and email. Superior organizational and problem-solving skills. We are committed to building an intentionally inclusive environment that engages, supports, and empowers diversity and belonging in the workplace and communities we serve. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from candidates regardless of race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or age. Applicants with disabilities may notify us of any reasonable accommodations needed to support your participation in the recruitment process. We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. To learn more about triOS College, visit our website 🌐: www.triOS.com #J-18808-Ljbffr