Job Description

Please submit your application through the following link to be considered:

https://brocku.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/brocku_careers/job/Student-Talent-Coach_JR-1022382-1

Post End Date: October 17, 2025 at 11:59 PM

About the Role:

Reporting to the Manager, Student Talent Coaching and Engagement, the Student Talent Coach (STC) is responsible for supporting co-op students in the Faculty of Mathematics & Science with their job search and work-term success through executive-style coaching, persuasion and engagement strategies and advocating for students to the industry. The STC will share their expertise with co-op students throughout their program by having a thorough understanding of the academic curriculum of over 40 co-op programs, and an extensive working knowledge of labour market trends and skills required by the Engineering industry.

The Student Talent Coach will:

Engage and motivate Faculty of Math & Science co-op students effectively through their co-op job search and on job performance that will meet our student co-op employment rate and work term success rate; Effectively coach students with their skill development by applying thorough understanding of labour market trends and academic curriculum; Conduct critical reflection and labour market analysis to help students establish realistic expectations of their goals for skill development; Continuously assess students' needs, provide solutions, and track progress; Collaborate with the Talent Development Specialist and Talent Partnerships Consultant teams to understand talent profiles, provide feedback, and identify improvements; Support students encountering difficulties with job search process and/or on job performance by establishing and implementing an action plan; Collaborate with the Faculty of Math & Science (Integrated Engineering focus) to keep co-op students engaged through the co-op job search process; Maintain the student information database for qualitative and quantitative information on students' skill development and engagement level; Participate, represent, and support work-related activities that require attendance outside of normal working hours, including but not limited to: Ontario Universities Fair - Toronto; Spring Open House - on campus; Fall Open House - on campus; Faculty Events.

Travel to locations that may not be accessible by public transportation is an essential component of this position; access to a reliable means of transportation is required.

Key Skills and Experience:

An undergraduate degree in a relevant discipline, such as Human Resources, Computer Science, Engineering, Biology, or Chemistry; Current Ontario driver's license (Class G) with an acceptable driver's abstract; Relevant experience with co-op/internship programs, sales and marketing, human resources, and/or recruiting, preferably in an educational setting; Knowledge of all Brock co-op programs, recruitment, human resources, talent acquisition, on campus recruitment and the hiring cycle; Knowledge of industry trends and labour market demand for all co-op programs, specifically with an Engineering focus; Solid computer competency including Microsoft Office, spreadsheets, databases, web applications, social media, and internet search engines; Advanced communications skills (verbal, written and interpersonal), including professional public speaking, and a keen ability to "sell"; Ability to work with diverse groups, advising, coaching, and strategizing career planning objectives; Strong critical thinking with the ability to leverage existing resources to solve problems.

Preferred or Asset Skills:

Completion of Career Development Practitioner (CDP) Certificate

Salary and Total Rewards:

Job Grade [L], Salary Scale ($66,817- $108,353); Target Hiring Range: $66,817 - $68,000
This is a permanent position that includes:

Health & Dental Benefits:

Comprehensive extended health, dental, and vision coverage.

Pension Plan:

Enrollment eligibility in the Brock University Pension Plan.

Vacation:

Up to 3 weeks per year, in addition to university holidays.

Flexible Work Arrangements:

Hybrid work schedule available.

Professional Development:

Eligibility for the Brock Tuition Waiver Program.
The final salary is based on experience, internal equity, and budget considerations within the target hiring range.*

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $66,817.00-$68,000.00 per year

Work Location: In person