Career Preparation Coordinator

Robertson College; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An education institution in Winnipeg seeks a Career Preparation Coordinator to facilitate career courses and mentor students through their job search. The ideal candidate has a passion for coaching and building partnerships with employers. Responsibilities include supporting practicum placements and career readiness initiatives. Experience in customer service or post-secondary education is preferred.

Benefits

Flexible work culture

Paid time off for cultural holidays

Employee development opportunities

Qualifications

• Passion for mentoring and coaching students in their career development.
• Experience in customer service or post-secondary education is preferred.
• Understanding of diverse student needs and effective interaction with multicultural populations.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate the Career Preparation course and coach students for success.
• Support students in creating résumés and preparing for interviews.
• Build partnerships with employers and support practicum placements.

Skills

Mentorship

Customer Service

Networking Skills

Career Coaching

Understanding of Canadian Labour Market

Tools

Brightspace

Job description

Overview

Robertson is the School of New Work. Our vision is for everyone to have a good life through a prosperous and fulfilling career. Our mission is to empower our learners with the most relevant training and up-to-date industry insights so that they may find fulfilling and meaningful careers.

As a Career Preparation Coordinator, you will facilitate the Career Preparation course, coordinate practicum placements, and coach students on their employment journey. Reporting to the Workforce Team Leads, you will engage with students early in their programs, guiding them toward meaningful employment during and after their studies. Your role includes coaching, mentoring, and supporting learners in career development, as well as coordinating practicums for those who have not yet secured employment in their field. Building strong relationships with students and industry partners will be key to your success.

Key Responsibilities

• Facilitate the Career Preparation course in Brightspace (D2L), coaching and guiding students to develop the skills and knowledge required to conduct themselves professionally during practicum placements.
• Support students and graduates in creating strong résumés and cover letters, and provide interview preparation through various methods (phone, web, email, in person).
• Coach graduates on effective job search strategies and prepare them to interview confidently and professionally in their chosen field.
• Perform departmental duties as required, including reporting and supporting student/graduate employment initiatives.
• Build and maintain partnerships with prospective employers, practicum hosts, recruiting agencies, job centers, and public/private sector organizations.
• Research and recommend agencies or organizations that meet Robertson College’s practicum requirements.
• Deliver a 100% practicum placement rate and strive to achieve training-related employment outcomes aligned with College expectations.
• Provide career advice and resources, helping students and graduates identify strengths, overcome employment barriers, and develop job readiness, job search, and long-term career management skills.

Qualifications

• A genuine positive interest in being a mentor, coach, guide and advocate for our students.
• Experience in customer service and/or post-secondary education setting.
• An understanding of careers within healthcare, business, community services and technology is an asset.
• Experience with Brightspace, D2L is an asset.
• Entry-level experience in job readiness coaching (recruitment/hiring process, job search, interview preparation, resume/cover letters) and an eager willingness to develop these skills through team training opportunities, and how Robertson College provides these services to students/grads.
• Passion and ability to promote Robertson graduates to practicum and employer partners.
• Knowledgeable about the Canadian labour market.
• Strong relationship-building and networking skills.
• An understanding of the needs of a diverse student population and how to interact effectively with a multicultural student body.
• Ability to work independently, prioritize work, and coordinate tasks to meet results in a fast-paced environment.

Job Details

Job Type: Full-time

Schedule: Monday to Friday

Work location: In-person Winnipeg, Calgary or Edmonton

Equity and Inclusion

Don’t feel like you meet every requirement? We encourage you to apply anyways! We are an equal opportunity employer and celebrate diversity in our inclusive work environment. We are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse environment where everyone feels seen, heard, and valued. We embrace our team\'s differences and know that diversity in our team is the strength that drives our success. We want you to feel welcomed, energized, challenged, and engaged while having fun. If you would like to request reasonable accommodations for the interview process, please let us know.

Working with Robertson

Having a deep understanding of the demands of the modern workforce is integral to what we offer our learners. Internally, we place value on building a work culture that is flexible and adaptive to the changing world of work. Our 4 day work week offers a #MeDay for some team members to invest in themselves. We seek out diversity in our team and encourage team members to take paid time off to celebrate cultural, religious, and spiritual holidays. Our team is intentionally talent-dense, and our strength lies in the differences in backgrounds and expertise that we each bring to the table. We are committed to uplifting Indigenous voices, respecting traditional lands, and collaborating with Indigenous partners in the spirit of reconciliation. We acknowledge the treaties and traditional territories listed in the original description. We thank all applicants, but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.