Practicum Coordinator (Employment Specialist)

ERP Technicals; Calgary; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading vocational education institution is seeking a Practicum Coordinator to join their Career Services Department in Calgary. This role involves overseeing student practicum operations, fostering ties with employers, and ensuring a smooth process for students. Ideal candidates are detail-oriented with strong communication skills, preferably with experience in business or education settings.

Benefits

Company events

Dental care

Disability insurance

Extended health care

Life insurance

On-site gym

Paid time off

Paid vacation

Vision care

Qualifications

• Experience in a business or education environment is key.
• Ability to prioritize and multitask effectively.

Responsibilities

• Ensure students meet practicum requirements and coordinate placements.
• Develop professional relationships with stakeholders.

Skills

Strong communication

Problem-solving

Analytical thinking

Knowledge of Canadian labor market

Proficiency in digital platforms

Education

1-2 years of work experience in a business or post-secondary education setting

Job description

Job Description

Salary :

Practicum Coordinator (Employment Specialist)

Department : Career Services.

Location : Calgary, Alberta (onsite).

Type : Full-time

Hours : 40 Hours Per Week

Classification : Entry Level

ABOUT US

ERP College provides state-of-the-art vocational education and training to thousands of Canadians. Our specialized programs in Healthcare, Business, and Information Technology have been empowering people to achieve their career goals since 2005. We offer our programs in Alberta and across Canada in both in-person and online formats.

ERP offers a diverse and inclusive work environment with a strong focus on work-life balance. Our team is committed to serving our diverse student and teacher demographics. We welcome individuals passionate about making a difference, with a positive attitude and openness to diversity.

POSITION SUMMARY

We are seeking a Practicum Coordinator to join our Career Services Department. The coordinator will work closely with the Career Services and Academic Teams under the supervision of the Career Services Manager, overseeing practicum operations.

RESPONSIBILITIES

The responsibilities of the Practicum Coordinator include, but are not limited to:

• Ensuring students meet all practicum requirements and coordinating their placements.
• Developing professional relationships with stakeholders, including public and private industries.
• Building relationships with potential employers and conducting pre-employment workshops and webinars for students.
• Collaborating with other departments to ensure a smooth practicum process and participating in employer engagement events.
• Understanding the needs of a diverse student population and interacting effectively with a multicultural student body and team.
• Facilitating annual student graduate and employment reports to the government and staying updated on relevant policies and legislation.

QUALIFICATIONS

• 1-2 years of work experience in a business or post-secondary education setting; familiarity with careers in healthcare, business, and technology is an asset.
• Highly motivated, detail-oriented, able to work independently, multitask, prioritize, and coordinate tasks effectively in a competitive environment.
• Knowledge of the Canadian labor market, strong communication skills, excellent problem-solving, analytical, and critical thinking skills, along with proficiency in digital platforms and computer skills.

BENEFITS

• Company events
• Dental care
• Disability insurance
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• On-site gym
• Paid time off
• Paid vacation
• Vision care