Co-op Consultant

Located in the heart of the Niagara Region – just minutes from one of the world's most well-known tourism destinations – Niagara College offers more than 130 innovative programs between our campuses in Welland and Niagara-on-the-Lake. Since opening its doors in 1967, Niagara College has grown to become a leader in education and training and one of the most enterprising colleges in Canada.

Applications are invited for the position of Co-op Consultant in the Academic Advising and Career Services Division. Campus location may vary between Niagara-on-the-Lake and Welland but will be based at the Welland Campus. The starting hourly rate is $43.61/hr (Pay Band J - $43.61/hr to $50.39/hr) for a 35 hour work week. Additional hours may be required as necessary. This is an Appendix D, temporary position as per Article of the Support Staff Collective Agreement and is set to commence in January 2026 and will conclude in January It may be subject to an extension by mutual agreement of the parties.

Reporting to the Director, Academic Advising and Career Services, the successful candidate is responsible for the facilitation and coordination of the co-operative education experience of both co-op students and employers within the career services division. Working closely with academic departments across NC, the position aligns the co-op work term experience(s) to the students' academic program to ensure the applied learning opportunity enhances and is directly relevant to the students' core academic programming and interests.

• Provides direct knowledge and program/industry expertise, direction and support to co-op students to ensure that established work integrated learning standards and Ministry regulated standards are achieved, for students to be awarded a co-op designation upon graduation
• Supports students by providing expertise and insight regarding meaningful employment opportunities, job search techniques and resources grounded in career development theory
• Tracks student activity, engagement and academic eligibility and ensures all case notes are up to date and accurate
• Monitors and follows up with students on work terms; investigates, identifies and effectively resolves any current or potential issues or concerns, and consults Director when required
• Initiates, organizes, markets and coordinates on and off campus recruitment and career exploration activities via proactive and strategically planned outreach, labour market investigation and review
• Promotes and strategically leverages the college's co-operative education services and supports using tailored marketing approaches, strategic networking initiatives and ongoing relationship maintenance to secure ongoing opportunities for students
• Evaluates work term opportunities by attending workplace visits, as well as in person, virtual and/or phone consultations with employer and student
• Facilitates and maintains effective relationship between career services, internal Niagara College colleagues, as well as external community groups and industry affiliations

• Minimum three (3) year diploma and/or three-year undergraduate University degree in the field of Social Sciences, Sciences, Math, Humanities or Business similar field of study
• Minimum five (5) years related experience in employment advising and/or job development
• Experience marketing for diverse groups including employer outreach and 1:1 support or career advisement
• Strong interpersonal skills with a focus on collaboration and relationship-building
• Demonstrated problem solving skills with a focus on delivering practical and timely solutions
• Must have a valid G driver's license and access to reliable transportation

Niagara College is a place-based organization, and all positions are primarily based on campus.  On-campus work allows for close collaboration and a strong team culture. While most work will be done in the office, we offer the flexibility for some remote work, as the job allows.

Niagara College is strongly committed to diversity and inclusion within its community. We offer an inclusive work environment and welcome applications from all qualified individuals who believe they can contribute to further enhancing campus diversity and equity efforts. If requested, accommodations will be made to support applicants with disabilities during the recruitment and selection process.

Note: Credentials obtained outside of Canada require an evaluation to determine the Canadian educational equivalence. This evaluation must support the educational requirements for the position as a condition of employment. For further information, visit: World Education Services

While we thank all applicants, only those selected for an interview will be contacted