Career Advisor, Industry

Job title:

Career Advisor, Industry

Company

University of Toronto

Job description

Date Posted: 01/24/2024
Req ID: 35750
Faculty/Division: School of Management
Department: Rotman Commerce Career Centre
Campus: St. George (Downtown Toronto)
Position Number: 00051350

Description:

About us:

The Rotman School of Management is part of the University of Toronto, a global centre of research and academic excellence at the heart of Canada’s commercial and financial capital. Rotman is a catalyst for transformative learning, insights and public engagement, bringing together diverse views and initiatives around a defining purpose: to create value for business and society. We make a fundamental promise – Here’s where it changes – to our students, our partners and the broader community. Everyone at Rotman, faculty and staff, plays a role in bringing that promise to life.

Your opportunity:

The Rotman Commerce program is offered jointly by the Rotman School of Management and the Faculty of Arts and Science. It is a highly respected, highly competitive program within the business, financial and academic communities. Rotman Commerce serves approximately 3,200 in-program undergraduate business students as well as over 17,000 graduates of the Bachelor of Commerce program. Rotman Commerce offers its students a rich and rigorous academic program alongside ample opportunities to develop themselves personally and professionally.

As the Career Advisor, Industry, you will work with a team of career service professionals to ensure students and recent alumni are prepared to enter the job market with confidence and a solid understanding of how their strengths, values and interests are coherent with their identity and program of study. You will be responsible for the development of quality, high-level external partnerships within an industry sector in order to provide the highest quality career development services to students.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Advising and coaching students on developing career-related goals; coaching conversations may include job search, industry research, networking strategies, building a resume and cover letter, interview preparation and other employment options and strategies
• Developing and implementing programming to foster students’ individual career development process; reviewing and assessing feedback received from workshops, programming and appointments
• Keeping well-informed on industry best practices and trends by conducting market research and analysis to uncover employment opportunities
• Promoting programs and service offerings to internal and/or external contacts; including employer jobs and engagement with students
• Partnering with employers to support their Early Talent recruitment strategies, leading to establishing activities that best meet student learning needs
• Analyzing and recommending actions to increase student/employer visibility; implementing plans and process improvements for employer engagement activities
• Fostering cooperative working relationships with a wide variety of internal and external contacts; identifying and maintaining relationships with potential and existing employers and corporate partners
• Document stakeholder interactions for future reference and ensure the Rotman Commerce Portal is well maintained

Essential Qualifications:

• Master’s Degree or acceptable combination of equivalent education and experience
• Minimum five (5) years full-time, relevant, progressively more senior experience
• Previous work experience in the tech and/or telecommunications industry is preferred
• Experience facilitating and presenting; experience in coaching or advising (preferably within a university environment)
• Experience in career services or campus recruitment required
• Ability to utilize technology, including social media, as an education tool
• Experience in corporate relations or serving in a client facing capacity
• Demonstrated written, oral and interpersonal skills
• Strong organizational skills; ability to handle a variety of projects, deadlines and schedules simultaneously and under minimal supervision
• Collaborative team approach and positive attitude
• Outstanding customer service focus and the ability to work effectively with a wide variety of people at different levels of the University and with external stakeholders is essential
• Possesses a deep, as well as broad, understanding of an assigned market sector and career options within a sector; understanding of career trends and opportunities
• Must have a good understanding of business students and employment markets
• Demonstrated decision-making skills in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
• Tact, discretion, and sensitivity to confidential matters
• Strong computer skills; sound working knowledge of MS Office; experience with databases and Content Management Systems
• Ability to work outside of normal office hours for event support

Assets (Nonessential):

• Career coaching certification
• Experience working with post-secondary students in a university environment
• Experience or knowledge in business communities such as finance, accounting, management, or marketing
• Valid driver’s license and access to a motor vehicle

To be successful in this role you will be:

• Communicator
• Diplomatic
• Intuitive
• Patient
• Possess a positive attitude
• Team player

Notes:

This role is currently eligible for a hybrid work arrangement, pursuant to University policies and guidelines, including but not limited to the .

Closing Date: 02/07/2024, 11:59PM ET
Employee Group: USW
Appointment Type: Budget – Continuing
Schedule: Full-Time
Pay Scale Group & Hiring Zone:
USW Pay Band 14 — $88,290 with an annual step progression to a maximum of $112,911. Pay scale and job class assignment is subject to determination pursuant to the Job Evaluation/Pay Equity Maintenance Protocol.
Job Category: Student Services
Recruiter: Jen Salerno

Lived Experience Statement
Candidates who are members of Indigenous, Black, racialized and 2SLGBTQ+ communities, persons with disabilities, and other equity deserving groups are encouraged to apply, and their lived experience shall be taken into consideration as applicable to the posted position.

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.

Diversity Statement

The University of Toronto embraces Diversity and is building a culture of belonging that increases our capacity to effectively address and serve the interests of our global community. We strongly encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples, Black and racialized persons, women, persons with disabilities, and people of diverse sexual and gender identities. We value applicants who have demonstrated a commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion and recognize that diverse perspectives, experiences, and expertise are essential to strengthening our academic mission.

As part of your application, you will be asked to complete a brief Diversity Survey. This survey is voluntary. Any information directly related to you is confidential and cannot be accessed by search committees or human resources staff. Results will be aggregated for institutional planning purposes. For more information, please see .

Accessibility Statement

The University strives to be an equitable and inclusive community, and proactively seeks to increase diversity among its community members. Our values regarding equity and diversity are linked with our unwavering commitment to excellence in the pursuit of our academic mission.

The University is committed to the principles of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). As such, we strive to make our recruitment, assessment and selection processes as accessible as possible and provide accommodations as required for applicants with disabilities.

If you require any accommodations at any point during the application and hiring process, please contact .

Expected salary

$88290 per year

Location

Toronto, ON

Job date

Fri, 26 Jan 2024 08:32:09 GMT

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