Career Advisor

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- Part-time - Open until filled - Starts: ASAP-
- The Position- The Career Advisor provides strategic leadership in the design, delivery, and evaluation of comprehensive career development and advising services for Redeemer University’s students, graduates, alumni, and graduate-level programs. The incumbent equips learners to explore vocational pathways, develop professional competencies, and pursue meaningful employment aligned with their calling. In addition to providing advanced one-on-one and group advising, the Career Advisor leads the development of innovative career education programs, workshops, and curricular initiatives informed by labour market data and industry trends.
- The role also involves cultivating and sustaining partnerships with employers, alumni, and community organizations to expand experiential learning and employment opportunities.
- _Vacancy Type - _**_Replacement Position_**_._
**This is a PT, 70%FTE role**-
- Responsibilities- **Career Advising and Guidance**- Provide advanced one-on-one and group advising to undergraduate and graduate students, alumni, and recent graduates.
- Support career discernment, job search strategies, professional development, and transitions to graduate study or employment.

**Program Development and Instruction**- Lead the design, implementation, and evaluation of workshops, courses, campus events, and curricular initiatives that promote career readiness across academic programs.
- Deliver classroom instruction and co-curricular programming informed by labour market data, industry trends, and best practices in career education.
- Collaborate with faculty and academic departments to integrate career development learning outcomes into curricular and co-curricular experiences.

**Employer and Alumni Relations**- Cultivate and maintain strategic partnerships with employers, alumni, and industry leaders to expand work-integrated learning, internship, and employment opportunities.
- Represent the University at professional associations, community events, and national networks to enhance institutional visibility and engagement.
- Strengthen relationships through the coordination of employer outreach initiatives and strategic event planning on and off campus.

**Resource Development and Innovation**- Oversee the creation and maintenance of career resources incorporating digital tools, labour market analytics, and sector-specific insights.
- Implement data-informed evaluation processes to assess program effectiveness and guide continuous improvement.

**Team and Institutional Contribution**- Contribute to the leadership and strategic direction of the Career Centre in advancing institutional and departmental objectives.
- Mentor and coordinate student staff and collaborate with colleagues across departments to ensure alignment of career services with institutional recruitment, retention, and student success priorities.
- Participate in university committees and initiatives as appropriate to support the broader mission of the institution.- Preferred Skills and Attributes-
- Advanced advising, coaching, and mentoring skills.
- Strong program development and project management capabilities.
- Exceptional interpersonal, communication, and relationship-building skills.
- Ability to exercise independent judgment, manage multiple priorities, and make data-driven decisions.
- Demonstrated experience in supporting students with accessibility and accommodation needs.- Education, Training & Certifications-
- Master’s degree in Career Development, Education, Human Resources, or related field; OR
- Bachelor’s degree with either a Graduate Certificate in Career Development or CDP Professional Designation
- Professional designation preferred: Canadian Certified Career Development Practitioner (CCDP), Certified Human Resources Professional/Leader (CHRP/CHRL), Canadian Work-Integrated Learning Practitioner Certificate, or equivalent.
- Minimum 5-7 years of progressive experience in career advising, employer relations, or student services.
- Demonstrated expertise in career development theories, assessment tools, and advising practices.- Other Requirements- Understanding of Redeemer University (mission, values, and Reformed Christian identity)-
- The Application Process- **Position reports to**: Director, Career Center-
- **Anticipated start date**: ASAP