One of the distinguishing characteristics of the University of Victoria is its commitment to experiential learning. For more than 30 years, UVic has been a leader in providing students with relevant, engaging and practical learning experiences beyond the classroom. Experiential learning has been shown to be a powerful way to engage students in their studies by providing them with opportunities to put theory into practice, make connections with professionals in the field and develop career related skills and competencies. The University of Victoria has one of the largest co-op programs in Western Canada, with more than 3,000 work placements every year in Canada and around the world.  Our Career Services is an on-campus career development service that helps students, alumni, faculty and staff prepare for successful careers.  Information about the Co-operative Education Program and Career Services is available atwww.uvic.ca/coopandcareer. 

This position provides professional assistance to the Optional and Professional Programs, Co-operative Education Program and Career Services.

• Demonstrated knowledge of student and career development theory
• Designing, developing and evaluating career education curriculum, workshops, programs and presentations
• Demonstrated career planning skills and work search techniques
• Navigating and using relevant technology and equipment, including databases and educational technology

• Work and communicate effectively orally and in writing, with tact and diplomacy, with a variety of internal and external contacts
• Ability to effectively mentor individuals and to speak in public arenas
• Ability to work effectively with a diverse population and with all levels of university personnel
• Demonstrated administrative and organizational skills
• Excellent team building skills with a demonstrated ability to work effectively with a team
• Excellent interpersonal, cross-cultural, communication, public relations, and networking skills
• Knowledge and awareness of discipline specific labour market conditions and trends
• Knowledge and awareness of external community resources to which clients could be referred