Student Development Officer - Toronto, Canada - University of Toronto

University of Toronto

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Toronto, Canada

2 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

Date Posted:02/23/2023

Req ID: 29862

Faculty/Division:
Faculty of Applied Science & Engineering

Department:
Engineering Career Centre

Campus:
St. George (Downtown Toronto)

Position Number: 50098, 50099

Number of Openings: 2

Description:

About us:

The Engineering Career Centre (ECC) connects University of Toronto students with meaningful professional experiences that provide a solid foundation for successful careers and life-long learning.

In addition to hosting a wide range of professional development workshops, events and services throughout the year, the ECC team runs a work-integrated learning program to connect engineering students with a wide range of industry opportunities.

As passionate and career-driven academic professionals, the ECC team seeks to nurture students and provide a comfortable transition from academic to professional life.

Your opportunity:

The Engineering Career Centre is an open, professional environment that fosters a culture built on respect, goal orientation, self-motivation, accountability, and teamwork.

The leadership team believes in recognizing and valuing our employees' contributions to the advancement of the department's goals while promoting a strong commitment to work-life balance among our employees.

Under the general direction of the Director, Student Development & Career Programming, the incumbent is responsible for the implementation and facilitation of preparatory programming for co-op students.

The incumbent will support and advise students to develop key competencies and skills that will support their success in recruitment processes and the workplace

Your responsibilitieswill include:

Advising students on job search, industry research and networking strategies including cover letter, resume and interview preparation
Advising and coaching students on work search strategies and skills, interview skills and/or performance, developing careerrelated goals
Facilitating educational workshops and seminars
Promoting programming, student needs and interests to employers and industry contacts
Keeping wellinformed on the various psychological, personal and informational factors involved in comprehensive career development approaches
Developing content for marketing and/or promotional materials
Keeping wellinformed on labour market, occupational and educational trends
Handling expenses for events

Essential Qualifications:

Bachelor's Degree or acceptable combination of equivalent experience.
Minimum three years recent and relevant experience facilitating and presenting workshops
Experience coaching and advising individuals on employment or career development strategies
Ability to utilize technology, including social media, as an education tool
Demonstrated excellent written,oral and interpersonal skills
High level of proficiency with Microsoft programs (Outlook, Word, Access, PowerPoint, Excel)
Strong organizational skills
Knowledge of career services and campus recruiting or an equivalent combination of education and experience
Demonstrated commitment to equity, diversity, inclusion, and the promotion of a respectful and collegial learning and working environment
Ability to manage multiple and competing tasks and deadlines

Assets (Nonessential):

Experience working with postsecondary students in a university environment
Experience or knowledge with engineering job markets

To be successful in this role you will be:

Approachable
Communicator
Goal oriented
Organized
Resourceful
Team player

Closing Date: 03/03/2023, 11:59PM ET

Employee Group:

USW

Appointment Type:
Budget - Continuing

Schedule:
Full-Time

Pay Scale Group & Hiring Zone:

Job Category:
Student Services

**Lived Experience Statement