Employer Relationship Specialist - Calgary

Open Door Group; Calgary; On-site; CAD 44,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

RRSP matching

100% employer-paid benefits

Employee & Family Assistance Program

Professional development fund

Job summary

Open Door Group in Calgary seeks an Employer Relationship Specialist to cultivate strong employer partnerships and drive employment outcomes for clients. This full-time role involves outreach, marketing, and placement support, with travel as needed to engage local employers.

The ideal candidate has a diploma related to marketing/sales or HR and 3 years of relevant experience, plus a valid Alberta driver’s license. A comprehensive benefits package is provided.

Qualifications

• Diploma in Marketing/Sales, Business, or Human Resources.
• Three years of related experience or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
• Valid Alberta driver's license and use of a motor vehicle.
• Satisfactory criminal record including vulnerable sector check.

Responsibilities

• Cultivate and maintain strong employer partnerships to drive client employment outcomes.
• Identify and engage prospective employer clients and provide targeted marketing and placement support.
• Perform rapid job matching, work connections and customized placements for clients.
• Travel as needed and manage outreach to employers and stakeholders.

Education

Diploma in Marketing/Sales, Business, or Human Resources

Tools

Job-matching software

Microsoft Office

Job description

Employer Relationship Specialist - Calgary

Alberta Staff Full Time Permanent Calgary, Calgary, AB, CA 1 Attachments

Salary Range: $32.04 To $33.83 Hourly

Open Door Group (ODG), a mission-driven non-profit organization serving communities across British Columbia and Alberta, is seeking an Employer Relationship Specialist to support job-ready individuals in achieving meaningful employment outcomes through personalized career development, job search support, employer engagement, and employment placement services.

If you are passionate about helping people achieve their career goals, enjoy building relationships with employers, and thrive in a fast-paced, outcome-focused environment, we'd love to hear from you.

Wage: $32.04 to $33.83 per hour

Status: Full-Time, Permanent

Hours of Work: 36 Hours per week

Location : The primary work location for this position will be our Open Door Group Calgary location at Suite 150, 707 10th Avenue SW.

The Employer Relationship Specialist is responsible for cultivating and maintaining strong partnerships with employers to drive employment outcomes for clients accessing Open Door Group services. The Employer Relationship Specialist proactively identifies and engages prospective employer clients, while providing targeted marketing and placement support to case managers to facilitate a range of employment outcomes. This includes rapid job matching, work connections, and customized employment placements. Since this role involves significant outreach and travel, having access to a vehicle will be essential.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong relationship-building and consultative sales skills. They will have a deep understanding of local labor market trends and current workforce demands across industries. The candidate will also be skilled at connecting job seekers with employers through clear communication, strategic marketing, and the effective use of job-matching tools. Success in this role requires consistently high-quality service, strong organizational abilities, and adaptability in a fast-paced environment.

For a full overview of responsibilities, please see the complete job description available on our careers page: Careers at Open Door Group

Why Open Door Group?

Champion of Great Workplaces: ODG proudly holds the title of one of Canada's Certified Great Places to Work, fostering a culture of compassion and authenticity. Join a team that values your unique contribution and believes in the boundless potential of every individual.

Competitive Compensation and Benefits: As a Certified Living Wage Employer, ODG is committed to offering more than just a job. Enjoy a comprehensive 100% employer-paid benefits package and an RRSP matching program. Your well-being matters, and we provide an Employee and Family Assistance program to support you. Invest in your future with our professional development fund. Pursue courses, workshops, or certifications to enhance your skills and advance your career.

Community Impact: Be part of an organization that goes beyond the conventional, providing tailored employment services to build strong workforce ecosystems and thriving communities. Your work will directly contribute to the social and economic well-being of the community.

What you bring to the position:

Qualifications:

• Diploma in Marketing/Sales, Business, or Human Resources.
• Recent, related experience of three years or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
• Or other qualifications determined to be reasonable and relevant to the level of work
• Valid Alberta driver's license and use of a motor vehicle
• Must maintain a satisfactory criminal record, including vulnerable sector check

Knowledge, Skills & Experience

• Ability to build strong relationships with employers, partners, and people from diverse backgrounds
• Knowledge of Disability, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) employer resources, training, and communities of practice
• Understanding of the human rights code and relevant laws
• Skilled in consultative sales approaches
• Knowledge of labor market trends and ability to spot new business opportunities
• Experienced in finding and screening job candidates
• Able to promote job seekers to employers and explain available services
• Ability to use job-matching software to connect candidates with the right roles
• Ability to communicate clearly and professionally, both in speaking and writing
• Experienced in speaking with senior leaders across industries
• Comfortable giving presentations to large groups
• Skilled at resolving conflicts calmly and respectfullyWorks well independently and as part of a team
• Provides consistent, high-quality service in a fast-paced environment
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and databases

Open Door Group values diversity and is committed to providing an inclusive work environment. We are looking for qualified individuals who represent, at all job levels, the diversity of the people we serve and encourage applications from Indigenous peoples, individuals of all genders and sexual orientation, origin and ethnic affiliations, disability, age, and religion

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Thank you for your interest in joining the Open Door Group team!

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