Career Development Specialist

1 month ago

Toronto, Ontario, Canada Seneca Full time

Career Development at Seneca

Seneca is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Career Development Practitioner to join our dynamic team. As a key member of our career development team, you will be responsible for designing and implementing customized career programs aligned with Seneca's mission.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Provide personalized guidance to students and graduates, empowering them to explore diverse pathways towards employment and education.

  • Deliver dynamic training and coaching sessions to develop soft and hard skills, enhance resume and cover letter crafting, cultivate networking proficiency, optimize professional online profiles, and excel in interviews.

  • Identify strengths and barriers, equipping students and graduates with essential job readiness skills, and facilitate strategic job search techniques and lifelong career management proficiency.

  • Design comprehensive seminars, workshops, and training sessions tailored to enhance career readiness.

  • Craft compelling materials encompassing career readiness programming and ensure wide dissemination through various channels.

  • Stay updated on cutting-edge technology to access and leverage up-to-date career information and resources effectively.

  • Research and monitor labour market dynamics and industry-specific trends to inform targeted and responsive programming.

  • Analyze data to assess the effectiveness of career initiatives and identify areas for improvement.

  • Cultivate relationships with employers, faculty, students, and graduates to tailor programming to meet career education needs.

  • Collaborate with stakeholders to address career education needs through strategic partnerships.

  • Manage and nurture professional relationships with current employers while actively seeking opportunities to expand the network by forging alliances with new partners.

  • Contribute to promotional efforts and represent Seneca in professional engagements.

  • Provide comprehensive training and mentorship to Career Peers to ensure a high standard of service delivery.

  • Collaborate in planning, organizing, and implementing Seneca Works events on campus.

  • Oversee the Seneca Works Career Portal and provide guidance to maximize its utility for recruitment purposes.

  • Provide regular statistical reports and evaluation of outcomes to relevant stakeholders.

  • Assist with special events and other assigned tasks as needed.

Requirements:

  • A minimum of a completed three (3) year diploma or degree from a recognized post-secondary institution with preference given to those possessing a professional designation in a related field such as, career development, human resources, student affairs, or education.

  • Certified Resume Strategist, Career Professionals of Canada is preferred.

  • Certification in Career Assessment Tools is an asset.

  • Credentials in assessments such as MBTI, STRONG Interest Inventory, and True Colors is considered a asset.

Experience:

  • A minimum of five (5) years of progressive experience working directly with students in career advisement/coaching or human resources.

  • Experience in instructional design, facilitation skills, career coaching, adult education, marketing/branding, and social media, is required.

  • Demonstrated knowledge of the Canadian labour market and human relations issues relevant to recruitment and employment.

Skills:

  • Student case management experience, workshop facilitation, project coordination, and event management skills.

  • Unique career advisement and coaching required for international students and graduates.

  • Demonstrated computer skills, including MS Office applications; the ability to use a database program.

  • Understanding and addressing the needs of a diverse student population, including mature students, equity-deserving groups, and internationally-trained professionals.

  • Excellent understanding of social media as it pertains to Career Development.

  • Excellent customer service orientation and interpersonal skills; exceptional oral and written communication skills are required.

  • Demonstrated successful ability to develop and carry out a work plan; work independently, prioritize work, and coordinate tasks in order to meet results in a fast-paced environment.

  • Must be flexible and adaptable in order to accommodate multiple stakeholders; able to adapt to and communicate with diverse populations.

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