Placement Advisor, Longo Faculty of Business – Appendix D – Humber

Title of the Job: Placement Advisor, Longo Faculty of Business – Appendix D

Location: Ontario

Job Description: Find Your Spot at HumberAt Humber, our career paths open up a world of infinite possibilities for you to explore. People are at the heart of the Humber experience. Here, every day we work shoulder to shoulder to deliver excellence, and in doing so, we redefine what it means to be a leader in polytechnic education. Humber employees are a diverse group of committed, caring and fun-loving people.We take finding and growing the right talent very seriously. We strive to find and nurture extraordinary employees who bring their best each day.If you are interested in working in higher education and are looking to contribute to the largest polytechnic College in Ontario, as we shape the future of our students and communities, here is your opportunity to join our team.Job DetailsPosition Title: Placement AdvisorStatus: Temporary Full-Time (Appendix D)Hours: 37.5 per weekFaculty/Department: Longo Faculty of BusinessCampus/Location: Lakeshore, North and IGS CampusSalary: Payband H – Min $36.29 – Max $42.13Duration of need: Until January 31, 2025About the Longo Faculty of Business at HumberThe Longo Faculty of Business offers over 50 programs covering more than a dozen fields with a broad range of credentials that are reflective of the new business landscape. We give our students a blend of academic theory and work integrated learning opportunities and in turn, they graduate as high achievers with the ability to be their best.About the Placement Advisor RoleReporting to the Manager, Work-Integrated Learning, the Placement Advisor is the key conduit for contributing to the strategic plan to foster career-ready citizens. The Placement Advisor is responsible for providing essential support and services to all students in programs with Work-Integrated Learning (WIL) embedded in the curriculum throughout the Longo Faculty of Business; they are also responsible for supporting the Global Polytechnic mission of the institution through the development and ongoing nurturing of industry partnerships that are integral to the delivery of WIL which could lead to other strategic partnerships such as applied research.To ensure that students have high quality experiences that build on their curriculum and prepare them for their chosen careers, the incumbent assists and prepares students for their placements through a range of activities including but not limited to delivering work-preparation workshops, resume feedback, mock interviews, job search coaching and advising. This individual must have knowledge of specific programs within the Faculty.The incumbent will promote Faculty programs to external stakeholders, work with employers to develop placement opportunities, review job postings, set up networking events and refer students to prospective employers.The incumbent works with all students in programs with a Work-Integrated Learning component and must keep track of pre-placement documentation, guide student efforts to secure a placement, and monitor students once they are in the workplace and registered in the WIL section. Through one-on-one meetings with students, the incumbent advises students on methods and techniques to secure a placement and/or helps the student access other supports at Humber.QualificationsAbout you:You are passionate about working at Ontario’s largest polytechnic college; you thrive on improving productivity and quality that contribute to team success! If this sounds like you, keep reading:EducationThe successful candidate will hold a four-year degree or equivalent in Business, Human Resources or Career DevelopmentExperienceMinimum of 3 years in one or more of the following areas: college coop or field placement, human resources, staffing or employment services and/or related industry experience.Skills

• Exceptional communication, interpersonal, organizational, presentation and planning skills. Able to communicate effectively with a diverse student population and at all levels in an employer organization
• A goal/results focused individual, with the ability to balance and handle competing priorities in a high-volume placement environment, and work with minimal supervision
• Other qualifications include demonstrated ability to listen, empathize, problem solve, exercise good judgment, work with interruptions, and deal with conflicts.
• Administrative and document tracking skills, attention to detail and accuracy.
• The incumbent must have strong digital fluency and be able to work with various computer software (MS Office, Contact Management Systems, MyHumber and Blackboard), virtual meetings, events platforms and social media.
• They must also be able to promote programs, student capabilities and events for the benefit of students and partners.

What’s In it for you?

• An opportunity to have an impact with a post-secondary institution, poised to do great things.
• Diverse, hard-working, committed team of people who care about each other.
• Tools and technology that will allow you to succeed at your job.
• Highly supportive work culture

We thank you for your interest in working with Humber Polytechnic. Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. Consideration for Support Staff (Article 17 of FT Support Staff and Article 19 of PT Support Staff) positions will be given to internal employees in accordance with the respective Collective Agreements.Equity, Diversity and InclusionHumber Polytechnic is committed to a workforce that reflects the diversity of our students and our city. We actively seek Indigenous Peoples and individuals from equity-deserving groups with demonstrated skills and knowledge to deal with all aspects of equity, diversity and inclusion in a post-secondary environment.Humber supports employment equity. Racialized workers, women, Indigenous workers, LGBTQ2S+ workers and workers with disabilities are encouraged to apply. For the purpose of statistical data collection, applicants are strongly encouraged to voluntarily self-identify. Humber’s diverse workplace also supports Francophone workers and young workers.AccommodationHumber Polytechnic is committed to accommodating applicants with disabilities throughout the hiring process, in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Our Talent Acquisition team will work with applicants requesting accommodations at any stage of the hiring process. This document is available in alternate formats upon request.Anti-Discrimination StatementAt Humber Polytechnic, all forms of discrimination and harassment are prohibited. All employees and applicants have the right to work in an environment that is free from discrimination and harassment. If you need assistance with concerns related to discrimination and harassment, please contact the Office of Human Rights and Harassment ([email protected]).

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