Career Services Coordinator (RPT) jobs at Ottawa, Ontario, Canada Full Time

Located on the beautiful homeland that is the traditional territory of the Ojibwe, Potawatomi and Odawa Nations, for over 50 years, Lambton College has been a ground-breaking institution. Lambton College is a national leader in applied research, teaching methodologies, experiential learning opportunities and future-facing educational innovations. With 13,000+ students from 20 countries around the world, two main campuses in Sarnia, Ontario, and a growing roster of more than 90 diploma, certificate and degree programs, Lambton College offers students flexible learning options with a broad range of programs and courses that incorporate elements of classroom, mobile, hybrid and accelerated educational alternatives.

Lambton College currently ranks third overall in Canada, and second overall in Ontario for Research in addition to maintaining a ranking within the top 4 Colleges for Research in Canada for seven straight years.

At Lambton College, we’re proud of where we have been, but more importantly, where we are going, together. With Caring and Vitality as two of our core values at Lambton College, you know you’ll be joining a team of passionate and fun colleagues.

About The Position

This is a regular part-time support staff Bargaining Unit position reporting to the Associate Director, Cooperative Education and Experiential Learning working 24 hours per week at an hourly rate of $28.60

The Career Services Coordinator will provide support to all students looking for employment including part-time and seasonal. Support can be individualized or in a group setting. Present job search information to students in-person and virtually utilizing MS Teams. Stay current on local employment opportunities to support job seekers, engage employers recruiting for part-time and seasonal employment. They will also participate in the planning and execution of college events and coordinate and manage the campus Co-Curricular Record including sourcing and promoting both on campus and external volunteer opportunities, track and approve student volunteer activity.

The successful candidate will be working out of our Ottawa location, and will be expected to be on-site.

Specific Accountabilities

• Assist students with job search software to find open job postings, practice interview skills and create a resume or cover letter.
• Provide information on Lambton College resources
• Gather information from local job boards and internal job developers to share employment opportunities with students.
• Create, modify, update, and facilitate presentations and information booths at the College and in the community
• Assist in planning internal and external events to promote Career Services and Co-Curricular Record
• Update and as needed, create job search resources for students.
• Secure and promote internal and external volunteer opportunities for students, promote the value of volunteering through a variety of channels
• Manage various communication channels to promote services, events and opportunities related to both part-time and volunteer opportunities
• Assist in the coordination of employment and/or volunteer events on campus
• Provide administrative support utilizing Microsoft Office Suite

Qualifications

• 2-year College diploma in a relevant field
• Minimum 3 years of practical experience related to job search preparation support and services, event coordination and planning, formal and informal facilitation, and customer service

Lambton College is committed to an inclusive, barrier-free selection process. If contacted regarding this competition, please advise the interview coordinator of accommodation measures you may require during our selection process. Information received relating to accommodation needs of applicants will be addressed confidentially.

We thank all applicants for their interest and wish to advise that only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Lambton College is an equal opportunity employer seeking to live its values in all we do. We are committed to taking proactive steps to provide and create opportunities for historically marginalized groups. We seek applicants who will strengthen our commitment to diversity, equality, and inclusion. We strongly encourage the following qualified candidates: women, Indigenous peoples, racialized people, persons with disabilities, and those who identify as 2SLGBTQ+ to consider working with and for Lambton College.

We recognize that structural barriers shape experiences and job qualifications, and therefore we seek to use employment equity to differentiate between candidates who meet the required qualifications; and encourage people to apply even if they feel that the position would be a stretch.

Employee Perks

Lambton College provides a wide range of exciting opportunities for both unionized and non-unionized positions with competitive total compensation packages, wages and benefits.

Investing In Our People

Lambton College is committed to the personal and professional growth of all our employees. Employees of Lambton College are incredibly valued and part of a transformative adventure. They enjoy an engaging and vibrant culture where they are encouraged to realize their full potential via development opportunities and accessible, supportive employee wellness initiatives.

Investing in our People

Lifetime Retirement Pension – Defined Benefit Pension Plan

Our employee benefit package includes a defined benefit pension to help you create a secure future. The CAAT Pension Plan provides you with a predictable lifetime retirement income, survivor benefits, early retirement options, and more without the stress of making investment decisions. CAAT makes it easy for you to build stable, secure retirement income while you work.