Job Description / Duties

Acadia seeks a Co-op Coordinator to liaise with employers to facilitate work terms for our students in co-op programs, as well as work directly with the co-op students to enable their success. This will be accomplished by preparing students for co-op work terms (providing personalized coaching and conducting professional development workshops on resume/cover letter preparation, job search strategies, interviewing skills, etc.) and seeking employers who can offer meaningful work-integrated learning experiences for students.

The successful applicant will act as liaison between students and employers, advertising student opportunities, submitting applications, arranging interviews and offers. The incumbent will monitor the students' progress and the relationship with the employers by reviewing and providing course assignment feedback/conducting work site visits, interceding to problem-solve as needed.

Ongoing relationship building with employers is necessary to maintain and increase the opportunities available for our students which may include networking with employers at events and via industry initiatives. The incumbent will also make employers aware of available funding programs.

Qualifications / Required Skills

We are seeking candidates with relevant client relationship development/management experience as well as experience in facilitating educational programs.
Bachelor's degree is required, plus related experience in fields such as work-integrated learning, career and employment services or student services.
A strong customer service focus is required; candidates must enjoy interacting with others and possess excellent organization, written and verbal communication skills.
Demonstrated effectiveness in prioritizing work in a fast-paced, changing, challenging, and deadline-driven environment.
Must have the ability to engage stakeholders in initiatives in order to generate participation and have the ability to communicate with and understand the needs of a diverse student population.
Experience in the development and facilitation of workshops and presentations is highly desirable.
Proficiency in MS Office applications with experience working with databases and conducting web research is required.
The successful candidate will be required to provide own transportation to off-campus meetings and other work-related purposes and must possess a valid driver's license.
Candidates must be able to occasionally work outside regular office hours and may be required to travel outside of Nova Scotia.
Knowledge of Acadia's academic programs and administrative procedures an asset.

Contact Information

crystal.malloy@acadiau.ca

Employer Profile

Anyone who has visited the campus has felt it - The Acadia Spirit. The grounds and the buildings are renowned for their beauty, but at Acadia you feel you are part of something bigger than just bricks and mortar. It is a place where students respect each other and faculty members respect their students. Acadia is a place where people from all different backgrounds share the same bond: the love of learning.

But learning in the classroom is only part of what Acadia is about. The University has a distinguished record of scientific excellence related to its research activities and prides itself on the quality and excellence of research typically found at large, multi-disciplinary research institutions. A number of awards are presented each year to faculty members who demonstrate excellence in areas such as innovation, entrepreneurship and teaching. When you join Acadia you are joining one of Canada's most distinguished academic institutions. Acadia offers opportunities in a variety of interesting fields. We are committed to recruiting and retaining outstanding faculty and staff and offer employees an extensive compensation and benefits package in acknowledgement of your commitment.

We invite you to experience The Acadia Spirit.