Work-Integrated Learning Coordinator

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Work-Integrated Learning Coordinator

Work-Integrated Learning and Career Services

POSITION TYPE: Full-Time Position Available

SALARY: $64,053 - $90,272 per annum

POSITION LOCATION: Notre Dame Campus (Winnipeg, MB)

At RRC Polytech we aspire to have a workforce that is representative of the diversity within our communities. For this hiring process, a preference hiring practice will be applied. First consideration will be given to applicants who self-identify within their application as one or more of the following equity-deserving group(s): Women, Indigenous Peoples, Persons with Disabilities, Racialized Persons, Persons of the 2SLGBTQlA+ Community. First consideration will also be given to internal applicants. For more information about our hiring practices, please visit:

Career support is available to both internal and external candidates who self-identify as Indigenous (First Nations, Métis, or Inuit) interested in joining our team. For application guidance, interview tips, or to stay connected about future opportunities, contact our Indigenous Recruitment Consultant at

ELIGIBILITY LIST: This competition may be used to establish a 6 month eligibility list of qualified candidates for future vacancies.

DUTIES

Reporting to the Manager, Work-Integrated Learning (WIL), the incumbent is responsible for liaising with industry stakeholders and employers in the development of Work-Integrated Learning opportunities for students in Construction Management, Architectural Technology, and Civil Engineering Technical programs. This role will identify, establish, and maintain relationships with industry partners to create co-op placements and other Work-Integrated Learning opportunities that support student and program goals. The Work-Integrated Learning Coordinator will provide guidance to employers to facilitate meaningful student work experiences and successful placements. This role will also guide and counsel students in preparation for their WIL placement and monitor completion of their work term requirements. Duties include developing and delivering placement preparation information and orientation for students and employers, communicating with employers, staff, and students regarding Work-Integrated Learning opportunities, coordinating student and employer networking activities, visiting partner sites, maintaining databases to track student progress, and developing promotional materials for placements.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Diploma from a recognized post-secondary institution in Civil Engineering Technology, Architectural Technology, Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture programs, or equivalent experience
• Experience liaising with industry partners across Manitoba or Canada, with the ability to develop and maintain relationships
• Experience working in one of the following fields: Civil Engineering Technology, Construction Management, or Architecture
• Experience in one of the following areas: career development or business development, or human resources or employment advising or sales/marketing
• Experience in guiding/coaching and or mentoring others
• Effective presentation skills, including experience facilitating workshops, training, and orientation sessions
• Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to manage and focus on multiple priorities
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively
• Excellent problem-solving and conflict-resolution skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook) and able to adapt to new technologies
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Knowledge of the current labor market for job development and employment advising
• Experience building a respectful workplace culture that promotes diversity, learning and continuous improvement

ASSET QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience working with post-secondary students
• Experience supporting newcomers, international, Indigenous, and 2SLGBTQIA+ students entering the Canadian workforce
• Knowledge of Work-Integrated learning at the post-secondary level

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

• Applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada
• This position may be required to work evenings and/or weekends
• Incumbent must hold a valid class 5 driver`s license
• This position may be required to work overtime

Please note that applicants internal to Red River College Polytechnic must apply through My Portal on HRIS Unlimited.

RRC Polytech campuses are located on the lands of the Anishinaabeg, Ininiwak, Anishininwak, Dakota Oyate, and Denésuline, and the National Homeland of the Red River Métis.

We recognize and honour Treaty 3 Territory Shoal Lake 40 First Nation, the source of Winnipeg's clean drinking water. In addition, we acknowledge Treaty Territories which provide us with access to electricity we use in both our personal and professional lives.