Job Description

Employment Advisor - Limited Term

Tracking Code:

req1641

Faculty/Department:

Co-op, Experiential Learning, and Career Development Office

Number of Positions:

1

Appointment Type:

Limited Term 8 months

Hours of Work:

35 hours per week

Salary Range:

Level 8 - Starting Salary, Step 1 $78,038

Posting Date:

July 10,2025

Closing Date:

July 16, 2025 (7:00 pm EST)

JOB SUMMARY:

The Employment Advisor will be instrumental in the delivery of programs and services designed to support a culture of learning, leadership, involvement, and service for Ontario Tech University students and alumni. Reporting to the Manager, Career Services and Experiential Learning, this position is responsible for the provision of a wide variety of job search support services including workshops/presentations, resume critiques, mock interviews, on-line resources and employment advising. In addition, the incumbent will support the coordination of a number of special events including Job Fairs and recruitment opportunities, Further Education Expos, and faculty-specific employment events.


The Employment Advisor is also responsible for liaising and building relationships with staff and faculty, student organizations, and within other student service areas, as well as external community partners and social organizations to develop and implement appropriate service levels for recruitment initiatives and to facilitate ongoing support for Ontario Tech University students and alumni.

RESPONSIBILITIES and ACCOUNTABILITIES

Employment Advising:

Provides individual and group support for all students, recent graduates, and alumni with their job search goals and contributes to the development and implementation of career development and job search supports. These include:

Coaching students (undergraduate, graduate and alumni) in person, online and in groups regarding employment advising sessions covering topics such as resume, cover letter and personal statement development, mock interview, labour market information, continuing education information and other career options Educating students on job search strategies and supporting students in acquiring career development pathways through individual advising, drop-in sessions, workshops, resource development and other services Coordinating special events including but not limited to Job Fair and recruitment opportunities, Further Education Expo and faculty specific events (scheduling, promotion, employer recruitment and liaison, monitoring budgeting, logistics, etc.) Coordinating the Peer Employment Advising program, including assisting with recruitment, training and monitoring of service delivery Liaising with employers to facilitate on-campus recruitment and promotional activities Collaborating with internal stakeholders, including faculty and student groups, to organize and facilitate job search workshops and the promotion of career services as early as possible in their academic programs; using research skills to tailor content to stakeholder needs Referring students to other student support services if assistance is needed

Job Search Programming:

Leads in the design, development and coordination of career management and professional development programming for students that is grounded in theory and research. This includes:

Designing, developing and delivering job search programming for students, including professional skills workshops, events, career management workshops, and discussion groups Developing information sessions and resources for faculties on strategies to support career management/job search initiatives in courses and programs Developing and facilitating small group workshops and seminars that focus on career and employment topics that are tailored to specific academic programs and/or specific needs Assessing the effectiveness of job search support resources and programs through statistical records, assessment of learning outcomes achievement, participant satisfaction, etc. Assisting with departmental projects and other duties as assigned and representing the Career Centre on campus committees and events

Resource Development:

Leads in the development, production, and promotion of online resources to support career development at Ontario Tech University by:

Developing resources, exercises and processes for students to support their professional development and employment success in collaboration with university staff and other university departments/faculties, including printed materials, multi-media presentations, online learning activities, tutorials and videos Liaising with other Career Centre staff to develop tutorial-based resources for career management and professional development Liaising with Ontario Tech University faculty to ensure appropriate resources are available for students Liaising with the library to understand available library resources Continuously keeping up to date with current strategies, labour market research, trends and relevant external resources to promote for student success

Assessment:

Formulates program outcomes and metrics to measure learning and development among students and to demonstrate program effectiveness and success by:

Working with colleagues and campus partners to articulate program outcomes for specific projects and assessing progress toward those outcomes Engaging students, faculty, and student affairs professionals in collaborative assessment, both informal and formal Evaluating and reporting on initiatives to determine whether efforts are meeting student needs and generating the desired outcomes to make evidence-based decisions on future programming Maintaining records and data to be used in service evaluation

Required Education:

Four year university Degree, plus specialized training in job search strategies and career development or equivalent

Verification of Academic credentials may be required

Required Experience:

A minimum three years of recent related experience facilitating career and job search skills development (e.g. advising students on job search skills, developing and delivering job search skills workshops etc.) preferably in a post-secondary environment

Knowledge:

Working knowledge of current job search strategies.

Skills:

Must have demonstrated advising/coaching skills using a client-centered approach Must have excellent interpersonal, written and oral communication skills Must have excellent presentation and facilitation skills and the ability to communicate with a diverse student population Must have the ability to take initiative with regard to careers and employment programming Must have initiative, strong research, organizational and time management skills Must be able to maintain credibility of students, faculty, staff and senior administrators Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain collaborative relationships Demonstrated ability to take initiative, problem solve, exercise sound judgment and respect the confidential nature of student information Demonstrated ability to design and facilitate workshops Demonstrated project management and event planning experience Excellent knowledge of internet career resources Good computer skills (word-processing, excel, power point and knowledge of database software) and web-based applications are required Able to work virtually (and/or travel to and work out of two locations)

How to Apply:

Interested candidates should submit in electronic format a covering letter and their resume. Applications will be accepted until July 16, 2025 or until a suitable candidate is found. We appreciate all applications received; however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.


This position falls within the bargaining unit represented by the Ontario Public Service Employees Union (OPSEU) and will be subject to the terms and conditions of the collective agreement between the university and the OPSEU. To the extent that policies are not included in the collective agreement, employment will also be governed by the university's policies which may also be found on our website https://ontariotechu.ca and which may be amended from time-to-time.


Ontario Tech University is actively committed to equity, diversity, inclusion, indigenization and decolonization (EDIID), and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates, while especially encouraging applications from First Nations, Metis, Inuit peoples, Indigenous peoples of North America, racialized persons, persons with disabilities, and those who identify as women and/or 2SLGBTQ+. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens, permanent residents, Indigenous Peoples in Canada, and those eligible to work in Canada, will be given priority.



Ontario Tech University respects people's different needs and therefore will take all reasonable steps to ensure accommodation for applicants where appropriate. The University is also committed to ensuring that confidentiality is maintained throughout all aspects of the recruitment cycle.



If you require accommodation, please contact Julie Day, Health and Disability Management Specialist. For more information about the universities policies for accommodating employees with disabilities please review the university's Accessibility Policy


The university acknowledges the lands and people of the Mississaugas of Scugog Island First Nation which is covered under the Williams Treaties. We are situated on the Traditional Territory of the Mississaugas, a branch of the greater Anishinaabeg Nation which includes Algonquin, Ojibway, Odawa and Pottawatomi.

Job Location:

Oshawa, Ontario, Canada

Expected Start Date:

8/4/2025

Expected

End Date:

3/31/2026