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BCIT’s Centre for Workplace Education is currently seeking a temporary, full-time Co-operative Education (Co-op) Coordinator to be responsible for co-op student work terms in appropriate training related jobs in industry, evaluation of student’s co-op or work integrated learning accomplishments, and academic development of co-op education programs.
Duties & Responsibilities
Duties & Responsibilities:
Educating students in career planning through teaching pre-employment within BCIT course programming.
Providing career counselling and guiding students reflection of on the job learning to support career development and exploration
Evaluating student work experiences in co-op courses
Ensuring relevancy and quality of work terms through site visit check ins with students and employers
Advocating for students and mediating concerns as they arise in work terms
Marketing co-op programs to new employers and prospective students
Soliciting employers for new and recurring student employment opportunities
Maintaining relationships with faculty, staff, students, external community and industry associations
Participating actively in planning and development of co-op education programs and department activities for the Centre for Workplace Education
The Co-op Coordinator must maintain communication with students and employers, industry associations and others involved in the co-op education process. The successful candidate must also be able to work flexible hours, at multiple BCIT campuses and travel on occasion.
Qualifications
Qualifications:
Minimum of a bachelor’s degree (ideally in applied sciences, business, engineering or technology); master’s degree is preferred
Minimum of three years’ experience in a post-secondary Cooperative Education operating environment or five years’ experience in the employment transition services field dealing directly with clients and employers, or equivalent
Teaching and curriculum development experience at the post-secondary level
Knowledge of post-secondary technology and trades programs
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (written, verbal, listening and presentation)
Planning, organization, coordination and follow up skills
Client service oriented and able to work in a collegial environment
Proficient in computer applications including MS Office, email, Internet research and database management
Extensive marketing experience
Self-motivated and results oriented
Knowledge of provincial, federal, and international employment and labor policies an asset
A valid driver’s license and the use of a dependable vehicle is required
Additional Information
BENEFITS OF WORKING AT BCIT:
Being a part of BC’s Top 100 Employers, and a member of the CCDI.
A generous Total Compensation package which includes extended health and dental benefits and a superb pension plan.
Eligibility for partial remote work upon Institute approval
Access to Professional Development Funds and opportunities for career development.
Increase your knowledge with Tuition waivers for BCIT courses.
Enjoy discounted access to our fitness facilities (including classes like Yoga and Zumba).
Additional Wellness and Employee Assistance programs.
Salary Range Salary Range: $56,845 – $99,571
Additional Salary Information
Salary prorated based on percentage and term of appointment. Salary based on education, experience and placement criteria as outlined in the Collective Agreement.
Position Details
Posting Category Faculty
School/Service Area Learner Services
Campus Location Burnaby campus
Bargaining Unit BCIT Faculty and Staff Association (FSA)
Job Status Temporary
Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time
Number of Vacancies 1
Anticipated Start Date 04/19/2022
Anticipated End Date 10/28/2022
Competition Information
Competition Number 22FSA21
Competition Open Date 03/05/2022
Competition Close Date 03/27/2022
Open Until Filled?
Quicklink for Posting http://careers.bcit.ca/postings/5367
