Employment Consultant
Sheridan Department of Career-Integrated Learning, based in Brampton, ON is inviting applications from suitable candidates for the position of Employment Consultant. Sheridan Department of Career-Integrated Learning is a pivotal component of Sheridan College, emphasizing practical and experiential education. Sheridan ensures graduates are well-equipped for the demands of the professional world. The Department of Career-Integrated Learning plays a crucial role in shaping the career trajectories of students. The candidates selected for the vacancy will be required to start the work as soon as possible.
Job Description:
Employer Name: Sheridan
Faculty/Department: Career-Integrated Learning
Position: Employment Consultant
No of Vacancies: 1
Salary: $38.67 Hourly
Employment Type: Full Time
Location: Brampton, ON, CA
Campus Location: Davis
Hours/Week: 24
Hours: Flexible. Tentatively 6 hours per day, Monday – Thursday
Schedule: Full Time
Work Categorization: Hybrid | A combination of on-campus and remote work
Requisition ID/Job ID: J0124-0608
Requirements:
Languages: Candidates must have knowledge of the English Language
Education: Candidates should have a minimum 3-year diploma/degree or equivalent in business, humanities, adult education, human resources, career and work counsellor diploma
Experience: Candidates should have 3 years of experience in a business environment including progressive responsibility in employment development
Other Requirements:
- The candidate should have a keen understanding of holistic student development and be well-versed in the unique philosophies and theories that inform advising practice in higher education. They should also demonstrate the ability to apply these frameworks to complex advising encounters
- The candidate should possess excellent oral and written communication skills, coupled with persuasiveness and perseverance, are essential qualities for the candidate
- The candidate should possess a client service focus, demonstrating an aptitude for making connections, supporting others, providing excellent customer service, and possibly identifying as a community builder
- The candidate should exhibit creative thinking and a genuine enjoyment of exploring new communication tools and approaches
- The candidate should find satisfaction in balancing many different tasks, displaying organizational skills, and showing an interest in developing processes or systems to keep things running smoothly
- The candidate should have experience in human resources, demonstrating a comprehensive understanding of HR processes and practices
- The candidate should have proficiency in coaching and mentoring is essential, showcasing the ability to guide and develop individuals within the organization
- The candidate should have experience in employment recruitment, including the ability to identify and attract qualified candidates for various roles, is a necessary skill
- The candidate should have expertise in job placement, demonstrating the ability to match candidates with suitable employment opportunities
- The candidate should have proficiency in training is required, with the ability to design and deliver effective training programs for employees
- The candidate should have experience in employment consultation, providing valuable insights and guidance to individuals seeking career advice
- The candidate should have related experience demonstrating an understanding of the barriers and issues experienced by job seekers, showcasing empathy and insight into the challenges faced in the job market
- The candidate should possess knowledge of community services, the labour market, occupational requirements, and job search resources is essential, providing a well-rounded perspective on the employment landscape
- The candidate should possess knowledge of career planning tools and resume critique approaches, demonstrating the ability to assist job seekers in developing effective career strategies
- The candidate should possess experience working with contact management systems will be considered an asset, showcasing proficiency in leveraging technology to enhance job placement and career development efforts
Responsibilities:
- The candidates should be able to provide one-on-one consultations in personal marketing tools, including cover letters, resumes, and portfolios
- The candidates should be able to offer guidance on effective job search strategies
- The candidates should be able to assist individuals with employment and career management strategies
- The candidates should be able to support employment research, helping individuals find suitable opportunities
- The candidates should be able to coach individuals on interview skills to enhance their performance
- The candidates should be able to provide guidance on negotiation strategies related to employment opportunities
- The candidates should be able to tailor their consultation approach to the clients’ needs, requiring the knowledge and understanding to apply evaluation results from psychometric tests such as Myers-Briggs, Personality Dimensions, etc.
- The candidates should be able to work with students and alumni facing challenges to employment, including clients with disabilities, visible minorities, international employment needs, experienced workers who are re-careering, foreign-trained professionals, and others
- The candidates should be able to develop, maintain, and deliver employment-related programming in classroom workshops. This includes preparing students for upcoming networking or career fairs and general job searches
- The candidates should be able to develop and implement marketing campaigns to students and faculty on Career Services and programs related to employment search
- The candidates should be able to contribute to the development and delivery of Career Services communication plans by identifying value-added services to Sheridan’s Faculties. This involves determining what information is important, who the target audience is, and when the information should be received
- The candidates should be able to research and source relevant materials and other educational resources for the Career Service’s resource lab and website
- The candidates should be able to develop new materials and update existing materials for use in the Career Services resource labs and websites
- The candidates should be able to partner with faculty members to develop materials in support of student field placements
- The candidates should be able to guide and advise Career-Integrated Learning (CIL) Interns and evaluate the skill development of the CIL Interns against employability skills standards
- The candidates should be able to perform other duties as assigned
How to apply:
If the position is fit for you and the basic requirements are fulfilled then you can now apply directly to the employer (along with your resume) through the below-mentioned details.
We thank all the applicants for showing their interest and trust in us, however, only the most eligible candidates will be selected and conducted for further procedure directly from employers, in between no charges/fees or original documents will be asked from any applicant. All the best!