Job Description

• Job ID: SUPP-22/23-162
• Location: Ottawa
• Deadline: January 11, 2023
• Job Type: Support
• Start Date: Immediately
• Department: Employment Services
• Positions: 1

Duties

In support of the College\xe2\x80\x99s strategic plan to be a key component of social, cultural and economic development with a commitment to the community\xe2\x80\x99s success, the Employment Consultant provides employment consulting and initiates, develops, secures, implements and monitors employment opportunities and training for unemployed, multi-barriered and culturally diverse individuals. The Employment Consultant is an employment specialist with in-depth knowledge of government employment and training programs including but not limited to ES, Better Jobs Ontario, COJG plus new initiatives and pilot projects as introduced. The Employment Consultant works with the job seeker and/or employer to determine needs assessment, identify activities, incentives and supports that are most suited to the client in achieving the desired outcome from the range of available Employment Service components and programs. The Consultant recruits both job seekers and employers in the community to help uncover hidden employment leads and to create openings based on the needs of the client group. Is responsible for determining job seeker/employer eligibility criteria, application process, maintaining all required records, documentation and statistical information for reporting and accountability purposes, releasing funds as per Funder\xe2\x80\x99s guidelines.

Qualifications

Education and Experience: A minimum of a 3-year Community College Diploma in Social Work, Human Resources, Marketing (or equivalent). A minimum 3 years of practical experience is required in career consulting and job development, marketing, direct sales, recruitment and selection or relevant volunteer experience. Background must include experience developing and securing training and employment opportunities for unemployed, multi-barriered and culturally diverse individuals. Other Required Qualifications:

• Proven ability to work supportively to assist people with barriers to employment.
• Knowledge of community services and range of employment programs locally.
• Knowledge of marketing strategies and techniques.
• Effective English and French communication (written/verbal) including excellent presentation and public relations skills is an asset.
• Proven negotiation and conflict negotiation skills.
• Working knowledge of computer applications (word processing, spreadsheet, database, email, and internet).
• Knowledge of Human Rights, Employment Standards Act, Labour Code, WHMIS, Occupational Health and Safety.
• Knowledge of local labour market trends and job search methods.
• Ability to travel within the Ottawa region. The College does not provide transportation but reimburses employees for travel costs at the current College rate per kilometre.
• Ability to work well in a collaborative team environment.
• Flexible and creative.
• Confident and enthusiastic.
• Customer service oriented.
• Ability to work under pressure with minimal supervision.

Physical/Work Environment Essential Requirements: The successful incumbent must have the ability to report to the work location and work temporarily from a remote location with reliable internet access, as approved by the College and in accordance with the college\xe2\x80\x99s Telework Policy.

Salary & Terms

• Support Group: Pay Band I
• Hours per week: 35
• Start Rate: $36.19/hour
• Posted Date: January 5, 2023
• Closing Date: January 11, 2023 (4:00 p.m.)

How to Prepare your Application for Submission: You will be able to attach only one document to your application. To prepare your application: Combine your cover letter and resume as one document. Save your document in .PDF, .doc, or .docx format using Last Name, First Name as your naming convention. Click on the Apply Here link and complete the application form. Attach your cover letter/resume document to the application form. THIS IS A FULL-TIME BARGAINING UNIT POSITION This competition will be processed in accordance with College policy, the Academic and Support Staff Collective Agreements. In addition to comparing candidates\xe2\x80\x99 qualifications and experience to the listed technical skills, education, work experience, and personal characteristics (values, attitudes, motivation, and performance), the seniority of Bargaining Unit members will be considered. If the search extends beyond the Bargaining Unit, consideration will be given to accumulated service with the College. St. Lawrence College is committed to employment equity and diversity in the workplace. We encourage and welcome applications from members of the designated groups, including women, racialized minorities, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities and persons of any sexual orientation and identity. St. Lawrence College is committed to an inclusive, barrier-free selection process. SLC provides support in its recruitment processes to applicants with disabilities, including accommodation that takes into account an applicant\'s accessibility needs. Candidates requiring accommodation during the recruitment process are asked to contact Belonging, Human Resources and Organizational Development at employ@sl.on.ca. To obtain a copy of this position vacancy or any of the position related documents in an alternate format please contact employ@sl.on.ca and our Human Resources Consultants will address your requests for accommodation confidentially. This job opportunity is open to both internal and external applicants. Only those who are selected for an interview will be contacted.