Faculty Assistant, Cooperative Education & Employment Services : Competition #128
An Internal/External Posting in the SCFA Employee Group.
Nelson
Posted:
Thursday, July 12, 2018
Closes: Thursday, July 19, 2018
Reporting to the CEES Advisor, the Co-op Education and Employment Services (CEES) Faculty Assistant supports the CEES Advisor in providing applied learning expertise with students and employers towards the end goal of ‘transition to meaningful work’ for Selkirk College students and graduates. The CEES Faculty Assistant fosters student-employer-college work partnerships towards this end goal. In addition, the CEES Faculty Assistant assists the Advisor by actively contributing to the development of and assisting in implementing various Work Integrated Learning (WIL) initiatives and projects. The CEES Faculty Assistant supports faculty and staff on issues and opportunities relevant to students and employers. It is important for the CEES Faculty Assistant to demonstrate engagement in professional development activities
Main Duties and Responsibilities
- Support the Manager to implement Transition-to-Employment Services Plan on Nelson campuses
- Assist CEES Manager with planning, developing and delivering responsive Employment Services program
- Assist in expanding services to International students
- Set up and assist with individual and small group follow-up sessions (job search focus) with Trades students
- Provide ongoing Employment Services to all students
- Assist with resume and cover letter feedback sessions in regards to specific job applications
- Assist with mock job interviews in regards to specific job applications
- Assist in facilitating a Job search workshops
- Coordinate employer-student career networking events, panels, and presentations
- Offer enhanced work transition support to recent graduates, including international recent grads
- Within a team context, actively participate in and support the implementation of new CEES WIL projects
Skills, Knowledge and Abilities
- Group facilitation skills
- Implementation, instructional support, and presentation skills
- Program and Services marketing skills
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (both orally and written)
- Ability to multi-task with attention to detail
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Knowledge of WIL (Work Integrated Learning), Co-op Education programs, and Employment Services delivery
Education and Experience
- University level degree preferably in Education, Career Development, or equivalent
- 2-4 years direct experience in providing Employment oriented services to students, preferably in a post-secondary setting
- Experience with social media and content marketing from a student and employer recruitment perspective
- Experience working in/with the Trades industry is an asset
*A complete Job Description available from HR upon request.
This is a 100% Regular position commencing as soon as possible. Salary and benefits are in accordance with the SCFA Collective Agreement. The salary range is SCFA Schedule B $1,755.31 – 2,820.46 bi-weekly (at a 100% appointment) and is based on qualifications and experience. This position will be located on the Silver King campus and will include travel to Castlegar and other Selkirk campus/centre locations as required.
Selkirk College appreciates the interest of all applicants, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Interested and qualified applicants are invited to email their chronological resume (along with cover letter, work references and supporting documentation including diplomas and transcripts) no later than 4:00 pm on the closing date to . The personal information provided by applicants is collected pursuant to Sections 26 and 27 of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (FIPPA). The required personal information is collected for the purposes of supporting and evaluating your application for employment with Selkirk College and for aggregate statistical purposes. The personal information will be used, retained and only disclosed by Selkirk in accordance with FIPPA. The information is related directly to and needed by Selkirk to initiate the employment application process. The information will be used to contact references supplied by you, evaluate your qualifications, and complete the employment process by making a hiring decision.
Selkirk College is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace that empowers all employees to reach their full potential and where each member of the college community shares a responsibility for developing and maintaining a healthy work environment in which differences are valued. The college welcomes applications from persons with disabilities, visible minorities, and Aboriginal people. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority.
All résumés must be submitted via email.
This posting closes on Thursday, July 19, 2018.