Student Employment Advisor

2 months ago

Scarborough, Canada Centennial College Full time

Job Number:
- J0924-0473- Job Title:
- Student Employment Advisor - Mat Leave Contract- Job Type:
- Temp FT, Support- Bargaining Unit:
- FT Support- School/Department:
- Student Experience & Success- Campus:
- Progress/Hybrid- Location:
- Greater Toronto Area- Pay Range:
- $39.34 - $45.59- Pay Band:
- Support I- Hours/Week:
- 35- Shift Schedule:
- Monday to Friday, 8:30 am to 4:30 pm- Date Posted:
- September 10, 2024- Closing Date:
- September 17, 2024

**Contract Date: ASAP - May 30th, 2025**

We also recognize that Centennial is situated on the Treaty Lands of the Mississaugas of the Credit First Nation and pay tribute to their legacy as well as that of all First Peoples that have been and remain present here in Toronto. We recognize that First Peoples come from sovereign Nations and that part of understanding our responsibilities of residing on this territory are understanding the true history, circumstances and legacy of the Treaties signed here (such as the Toronto Purchase, Robinson-Huron Treaty and Williams Treaties) and including pre-contact Treaties and Agreements between sovereign Nations and that all peoples in this area are therefore Treaty people with obligations and responsibilities to all our relations.

**Position Summary**
The Student Employment Advisor provides ongoing support to a highly diverse and international student and alumni population in all areas of job search and development, from the pre-employment phase through to job offer stage. The successful incumbent acts as the primary contact for students, graduates and alumni for one-on-one advice regarding job search strategies including: resume/cover letter writing, job readiness, self-marketing, interview techniques, and overcoming employment barriers. The Advisor will develop and deliver engaging workshops while creating materials to ensure readiness for the employment market. In addition, the Advisor will organize and coordinate career fairs and other special events in collaboration with internal stakeholders to establish links between employers, students, professional bodies and other community services to contribute to the overall successful employment of students within their chosen fields.

**Responsibilities**
- Advise students individually and through workshop instruction to ease the transition from college to the workplace
- Advise students on effective resumes, cover letters, mock interviews and job search strategies
- Act as the primary contact for individuals seeking to develop employability skills for full-time, part-time and summer employment
- Assess the individual’s situation, goals and employment objectives and develop a specialized action plan
- Work with students of all levels, that is, students with an advanced understanding of their skills and abilities, and those with no experience or knowledge of employment skills
- Develop and deliver job search workshops for all program areas of the College on effective resume and cover letter writing, interview skills, job search strategies, maximizing Career Fairs/Job Fairs, effective networking and workplace etiquette
- Provide appropriate materials to workshop participants to ensure readiness for the employment market
- Research the program outcomes and objectives as outlined in the program calendars to ensure the accuracy of technical that are incorporated in job search materials
- Plan and facilitate career and job search events, involving a diverse group of industry partners and employers
- Maintain accurate documentation and statistical reports
- Deliver Employment Pre-placement courses to Co-op students as requested
- Submit grades on the student management database system (CRM) for the Employment Pre-placement course in accordance with academic deadlines
- Perform other duties as assigned

**Qualifications/Experience**
- Three (3) year degree and/or diploma or equivalent in one of the following fields of study: Business or Communications Studies (e.g. Marketing, Communications Studies, Human Resources), Social Science or related field (e.g. Psychology, Sociology)
- Minimum three (3) years progressive advising experience in an employment services and/or career services work environment
- Knowledge of the Canadian Labour Market, Centennial College programs, employment trends and marketing techniques
- Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel and CRM systems or related databases
- Excellent written and oral communication skills, including public speaking and developing presentations
- Workshop facilitation experience, including an understanding of adult learning principles
- Advanced problem solving, assessment and evaluation skills
- Knowledgeable about most current job search strategies and trends
- Experience organizing and coordinating career fairs or other special events in collaboration with internal stakeholders
- Proven experience providing one-on-one advising on career planning and job search techniques
- Strong understanding of the needs and experience working

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