Career Development Assignment (CDA):
The successful candidate must obtain a leave of absence from their current and substantive position, where applicable. Permission for such leave must not be unreasonably withheld.
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Job Number: J1026-0134
Job Title: Co-op Student Advisor
Job Type: Career Development Assignment (CDA)
Department: Co-op and Career Services
Job Category: Student Services
Number of Positions: 1
Date Posted (dd/mm/yyyy): 27/10/2026
Closing Date (dd/mm/yyyy): 03/11/2026
Salary (with Salary Rate): 81,981.00 - 89,671.00/Year
Assignment Duration From: 16/11/2026
Assignment Duration To: 11/06/2027
Employee Group: CUPE 2424
Salary Level: 9PE
Hours Per Week: 35
Date Position Available: 16/11/2026
Duties and Responsibilities:
Working under the direction of the Assistant Manager, Co-op Operations, the Co-op Student Advisor, the primary point of contact for co-op students, is responsible for the success of Carleton's co-op students through effective delivery of co-op preparation and advising programs for undergraduate and graduate co-op students. Additionally, the Coop Student Advisor provides input into the development of the co-op preparation program and delivers the on-line course. S/he advises undergraduate and graduate co-op students with regard to the career development process including self-assessment, researching occupations, making informed career decisions, marketing themselves, helping students develop strategies for success on the job and helps with the transition from school to work and work to school. S/he organizes and implements supplementary workshops designed to support and enhance the on-line programming to ensure that all co-op students are well prepared to enter the work force. The co-op student advisor is responsible for student success on the work term and conducts site visits with students.
Qualifications:
The incumbent must possess the following qualifications:
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills;
• Excellent interpersonal and advising skills;
• Experience in motivating and educating individuals and groups, particularly postsecondary students, on the technicalities of a job search, including resume review and interviewing techniques;
• Must have a strong customer service focus and possess strong problem-solving skills;
• Ability to work individually and as part of a team;
• Ability to multi-task with tight deadlines;
• Proficient with student information database software (e.g. Orbis) and MS Office;
• Proven ability to communicate with tact, empathy and discretion;
• The ability to maintain confidentiality is essential;
• Knowledge of undergraduate and/or graduate programs and co-op programs;
• This position will require the use of an automobile and must possess a valid driver's license.
Education and Experience:
The above is normally acquired through the completion of:
• A 4-year University Degree in a discipline related to social sciences, business, education or social work; or the equivalent of a Bachelor's degree with extensive related experience.
• 4-5 years of experience in counselling, training, employment programs or HR/recruitment-related roles. Preference will be given to candidates who demonstrate experience with supporting job seekers in a post-secondary environment.
HR Note:
Equivalencies will be considered. Applicants are encouraged to provide information which may demonstrate equivalent qualifications. Please note that applicants may be required to complete an employment test as part of the selection process for this position. Those applicants that are selected for an interview will be requested to contact the Human Resource Advisor assigned to this competition as soon as possible to discuss any accommodation requirements. Arrangements will be made to accommodate your request in a timely manner.
Health and Safety Requirements
This position is regularly required to work on campus in person. In the event of a public health emergency or a health and safety issue, it is possible that you may be required to work temporarily remotely due to public health orders, directives and/or health and safety requirements. If this happens, you will work with your direct manager to set up a remote work environment including discussing appropriate technology and requirements. You are required to follow all University policies and directives, including to set up a safe and confidential workspace in a remote location and ensure all Carleton property (intellectual and other) is safeguarded. If required to work remotely, you will be notified by your manager when working full time physically onsite will resume.
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