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Jobs at Heritage College

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Since 2016, Heritage College has been changing the way education is delivered in Western Canada. Our team is young, dynamic and student-focused. We offer competitive salaries, flexible hours, opportunities for personal development, and a rewarding career teaching the next generation of leaders. Our staff works with small groups of students, allowing educators and advisers the opportunity to get to know those whom they are working with.

Heritage College is an inclusive workplace, and an equal opportunity employer. Our staff members come from a variety of backgrounds, and we are proud to celebrate our community’s diversity. What unites us all is a common dedication to our students. We accept applications from any and all qualified individuals. 

Please note: all successful applicants must be able to pass a police criminal background check, as you will be working with students and their sensitive personal information. 

Heritage College is in search of a full-time Employment Adviser and Practicum Coordinator who possesses the motivation and dedication to achieve the College’s objectives of maintaining a strong student employment rate. If you have proficient computer skills, are adept at customer service, and are capable of handling multiple responsibilities, we encourage you to apply.

Duties & Responsibilities:

  • Provide career guidance and resources to students and recent graduates, which includes assisting students in recognizing their strengths and employment obstacles, such as job search and career management skills.
  • Recruit graduates in positions relevant to their field of study.
  • Coordinate with prospective employers for practicum opportunities for program graduates.
  • Prepare graduation and employment reports on a regular basis.
  • Work on resume preparation, cover letters, job search strategies, and interview techniques.
  • Create, formulate, and conduct workshops, as well as develop written and digital resources, along with training sessions focused on enhancing employment readiness.
  • Manage a student career resource center, offering support to students in utilizing social media and providing guidance on strategies to access career information.
  • Continuous research of employment trends within various sectors and industries.
  • Offer guidance to program areas and their students regarding job search strategies aligned with these trends.
  • Identifies and builds relationships with a wide range of employers in public and private sectors, recruitment agencies, and job centers.
  • Provide regular statistical reports of day-to-day activities, outcomes, and results.
  • Help in collecting data in market forecasting and employment opportunities for new programs.
  • Assist the college team in other projects like graduation and marketing events.

 

Qualifications and Skills:

  • A college degree in Academics, HR, Career Coaching or any other related field is preferred.
  • Previous work experience in recruiting and career coaching within healthcare and community workers is preferred.
  • Knowledge about the labor market in Calgary.
  • Excellent communication and computer skills.
  • Previous experience with post-secondary institutions preferred.
 

Only Selected candidates would be considered for an Interview. No Walk-in or direct phone calls are allowed.

 

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