Job Developer - Calgary Downtown

MCG Careers; Calgary; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

MCG Careers is seeking a passionate Job Developer in Calgary to deliver career development services and support unemployed Albertans. The role requires strong communication skills, experience in job placement, and a solid understanding of the local labor market. Join our team to make a meaningful impact on the lives of others.

Benefits

35-hour work week

Flex time for employees with 2+ years of service

Education funding for professional growth

Staff wellness plans

Christmas bonus days and summer hours

Early closures before long weekends

Staff bonus points program

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience in job placement.
• Experience with client and employer recruitment strategies.
• Strong understanding of the career planning process.

Responsibilities

• Deliver career development services to clients.
• Support clients in achieving their employment goals.
• Build relationships with clients and employers.

Skills

Communication

Problem Solving

Negotiation

Interpersonal Skills

Networking

Education

Post-secondary education in a related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Google Workspace

Job description

“Our Focus Is People”

At MCG Careers, we are proud to support unemployed Albertans through innovative and effective career development services. Our programs are designed to help individuals prepare for employment, secure job placements, and access on-the-job training, skill development, and engaging workshops.

At MCG, we see good things—not only in our clients, but in our staff as well. That’s why we offer a positive, balanced work environment with benefits that reflect our core values. Our team enjoys:

·A 35-hour work week

·Flex time for employees with 2+ years of service

·Education funding to support ongoing professional growth

·Staff wellness plans

·Christmas bonus days and summer hours

·Early closures before long weekends

·A staff bonus points program

Our passionate team is the reason we’re able to make a meaningful difference in the lives of Albertans.

About the Role

Our Calgary Downtown office is currently seeking an enthusiastic and driven Job Developer to join our team. This dynamic role is ideal for someone who thrives on making a positive impact, has a talent for building relationships, and is passionate about helping others succeed. You'll play a key part in delivering career development services while supporting clients in achieving their employment goals.

Let’s discover where your talents can shine!

Qualifications for this Position:

·Post-secondary education in a related field

·Minimum 2 years of experience in job placement

·Experience with various types of client and employer recruitment strategies

·Strong understanding of the career planning process

·Able to navigate online job boards, conduct online labour market research, use email, word processing and database software (Microsoft and Google Workspace)

·Strong communication and problem-solving skills, with exceptional negotiation, interpersonal, networking, and relationship-building abilities

·Experience in interviewing and assessment tools

Job Requirements:

·Understand the needs of unemployed and underemployed clients who have moderate barriers to finding, obtaining, and maintaining employment

·Have an excellent working knowledge of the various community resources

·Strong knowledge of the local labour market with a thorough understanding of the construction industry.

·Recruitment, marketing, and job placement experience

·Understanding of government-funded programs, policies and guidelines

·Understanding of contract expectations

·Strong communication, presentation, negotiation, and interpersonal skills

·Demonstrated problem-solving abilities and sound judgment

·Access to a reliable Vehicle.

·Knowledge of the Government of Alberta’s Client Data Tracking and the Targeted Referral and Feedback (TRF) systems is an asset

If you share our drive to help Albertans change their lives, please send your resume and cover letter to [e-mail].

No phone calls, please. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.