Placement Advisor

Faculty of Applied Sciences & Technology at Humber Polytechnic; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 52,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangement

Job summary

Humber Polytechnic seeks a Placement Advisor for the FSCS. The role connects field opportunities for students, liaises with internship hosts and instructors, and manages placement information. It also covers Work-Integrated Learning admin and student support in preparing for field experience.

The candidate has at least two years in HR/recruitment or related areas, and strong communication, planning and organizational skills to thrive in a dynamic, inclusive environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years in HR, counselling, recruitment or employment services.
• Strong communication, interpersonal and organizational skills under pressure.
• Ability to guide students, research opportunities and plan events.

Responsibilities

• Connect field experience opportunities for students and hosts.
• Liaise with internship hosts, instructors and students.
• Maintain a placement information database and resources.
• Support Work-Integrated Learning administrative tasks and events.

Skills

HR experience

Counselling

Recruitment

Interpersonal skills

Education

Four-year degree

Tools

None

Job description

Job Description - Placement Advisor - FSCS - Appendix D (37195)

At Humber, we are a vibrant, diverse community of professionals dedicated to providing an exceptional learning experience for our students. Through our strategic vision and exciting new brand Builders of Brilliance, we are co-constructing a new model of polytechnic education for Ontario, Canada, and the world. We are committed to ensuring Humber offers the right programs, with the most effective teaching and learning approaches, to prepare exceptional leaders for our industries and communities.

To achieve our vision, we take finding and developing the right talent very seriously. We offer a collegial, collaborative, inclusive environment in which each individual is supported to grow and bring their best each day.

If you are excited by the prospect of contributing to our vision for learning, if you would like to be part of building a new model of polytechnic education, of ‘building brilliance’, in one of Canada’s preeminent higher education institutions, then here is your opportunity to join our dynamic team.

Status: Full Time/ Contract

Hours: 37.5 hours per week

Faculty/Department: Faculty of Social and Community Services

Campus/Location: Lakeshore Campus; Hybrid - 4 days on campus, 1 day remote

Payband: H

Salary Range: $38.09 - $44.04

Progression through the payband is in accordance with the increments in the payband as outline in the Full-Time Support Staff Collective Agreement based on actual service in the payband.

About the Faculty of Social & Community Services at Humber:

The Faculty of Social & Community Services (FSCS) is one of six faculties within the larger Humber College Community with our focus being on Criminal Justice Services and Human Services. To align ourselves with the overall values of Humber, we are committed to demonstrating our own Faculty values which are Inclusion, Compassion, Integrity, Self-Awareness, and Respect.

About the Placement Advisor Role:

Reporting to the Manager, Work Integrated Learning, the Placement Advisor is a proactive team member in the Faculty of Social and Community Services. The successful candidate will be responsible for connecting field experience opportunities for students, liaising with internship hosts, seminar instructors and students, and managing a database of placement related information. The Placement Advisor is also responsible for administrative functions relating to Work-Integrated Learning and Experiential Learning including regularly connecting with students and providing support, resources and information in preparing for field experience. The Placement Advisor will uphold the FSCS values of compassion, integrity, respect, self-awareness, and inclusion in all interactions with students, external and internal stakeholders.

About You:

You are passionate about working at Ontario's largest Polytechnic; you thrive on improving productivity and quality that contribute to team success! If this sounds like you, keep reading:

Education

Four (4) year degree or equivalent

Experience/Skills

What you bring to the role:

• Minimum of two (2) years of experience in one or more of the following areas: human resources, counselling, recruitment or employment services, which demonstrates exceptional communication, interpersonal and organizational skills and the ability to work well under pressure with minimal supervision are essential
• Demonstrated ability to prioritize tasks, exercise good judgment, work with interruptions, and resolve conflicts
• Must be able to strategize in how to guide students, research new employment opportunities, create marketing materials, liaise between employers and students and plan placement networking events

At Humber College we don’t just accept difference — we celebrate it! Experience comes in many forms, skills are transferable, and a progressive mindset goes a long way at Humber. If your experience is close to what we’re looking for, consider applying and tell us why you are a great candidate for this job.

What’s In it for you?

An opportunity to have an impact with a post-secondary institution, poised to do great things.

Diverse, hard-working, committed team of people who care about each other.

Tools and technology that will allow you to succeed at your job.

Highly supportive work culture

Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion

Humber Polytechnic is committed to a workforce that reflects the diversity of our students and our city. We actively seek Indigenous Peoples and individuals from equity-deserving groups with demonstrated skills and knowledge to deal with all aspects of equity, diversity and inclusion in a post-secondary environment. Humber supports employment equity. Racialized workers, women, Indigenous workers, LGBTQ2S+ workers and workers with disabilities are encouraged to apply. For the purpose of statistical data collection, applicants are strongly encouraged to voluntarily self-identify. Humber’s diverse workplace also supports Francophone workers and young workers.

Accommodation

Humber Polytechnic is committed to accommodating applicants with disabilities throughout the hiring process, in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Our Talent Acquisition team will work with applicants requesting accommodations at any stage of the hiring process. This document is available in alternate formats upon request.

Anti-Discrimination Statement

At Humber Polytechnic, all forms of discrimination and harassment are prohibited. All employees and applicants have the right to work in an environment that is free from discrimination and harassment. If you need assistance with concerns related to discrimination and harassment, please contact the Office of Human Rights and Harassment ([e-mail]).

Position Type Appendix D

Payband H

Minimum Salary

38.09

Maximum Salary

44.04

Work Locations

Lakeshore Campus

3199 Lakeshore Blvd. West

Etobicoke M8V 1K8

Job Family

Community Service

Duration of Need September 10, 2027

Deadline to Apply October 2, 2026

Job Posting

9/25/26

Department Faculty of Social and Community Services