Co-op & Career StrategistThe University of British Columbia • Kelowna, Regional District of Central Okanagan, CA
Co-op & Career Strategist
The University of British Columbia • Kelowna, Regional District of Central Okanagan, CA
5 days ago
Job type
- Full-time
Job descriptionJob Summary The Co-op & Career Strategist supports undergraduate and graduate students with the Faculty of Management to become career-ready graduates. The position is responsible for the design, implementation, and evaluation of integrated co-operative education and career development services. This role combines co-op program management expertise with innovative career education practices to provide high-impact learning experiences and career readiness programming.The Strategist ensures delivery of the full co-operative education cycle in accordance with CEWIL Canada accreditation standards while also providing career advising, labour market guidance, and engagement with employer partners. Organizational Status Reports to : Manager, Co-op & Careers Collaboration : This role operates as a key member of the Student Development team. Works closely with faculty, staff, students, employers, alumni, and industry partners across the Faculty of Management to deliver comprehensive co-op and career programming for students throughout their academic journey. Work Performed Develops innovative and scalable career tools, resources, and activities as well as networking events to support students in their unique career journeys Supports students in their awareness and development of personal and professional competencies, including self-awareness, communication, decision making and learning, all related to their career goals Coaches and advises students in resume / cover letter support, mock interviews, application coaching, and professional communications Leverages industry knowledge and expertise, innovative theory, evidence-based practices within the fields of career development and student affairs to design, deliver and evaluate career programming and resources Provides in-person and online career support and advises on career exploration, researching the labour market, facilitating experiential learning and reflection, gaining work experience, developing resumes, job and mock interviews, networking and connecting to the workplace community Monitors student progress throughout each recruiting cycle; ensures students meet minimum job search activity requirements in alignment with program polices Identifies and refers students who need health and wellbeing resources to the appropriate support or intervention Collaboratives to support students with landing full-time positions with local, national and global employers Promotes student participation and engagement in experiential learning opportunities, creates opportunities for reflection, and connects these insights to their current and future career goals Supports student learning and promotes student engagement in career development activities within the Faculty of Management and beyond Applies an equity and access focused lens to advising, employer engagement, and program design, ensuring supports meet the needs of diverse learners Conducts work term site visits and check-ins to monitor and evaluate the technical requirements of the co-op work term placement and the workplace environment with respect to working conditions, safety standards, and academic requirements of the position. Evaluates co-op student performance in the workplace to ensure they meet employer needs and address any student and / or employer issues. This includes problem solving, mediating, and addressing workplace concerns or issues related to employee discipline, employee rights (including harassment, employment equity, employment standards), intellectual property rights, confidentiality concerns, and other matters raised by students and / or employers. Makes recommendations to the Director Student Development regarding student’s status in the program because of workplace issues Designs, evaluates and assesses all required co-op work term deliverables such as end of term assignments and employer evaluation of the work term, that must meet national accreditation standards. Assigns grades for co-op courses based on the requirements of the course and according to Faculty guidelines Ensures student compliance with co-op program polices and eligibility requirements; advises students on consequences and supports remediation where needed Supports development, documentation, and communication of program polices and procedural updates Assesses and escalates workplace risks in alignment with university legal, and risk management protocols Designs content, facilitation and teaching of all co-op pre-employment curriculum. This includes but is not limited to, asynchronous and synchronous curriculum and training events, program orientations, pre-employment training workshops, information sessions, as well as recruiting events that can involve prospectives students, current students, and alumni. Designs and supports the facilitation of career fundamental curriculum within the Faculty of Management degree programs Supports additional Work-Integrated Learning activities within the Faculty such as internships, community-engaged learning, or applied projects ensuring alignment between academic learning and professional skill development Supports the co-op application and onboarding process, including info sessions, eligibility advising, and preparation for program admission Leverages industry knowledge and evidence-based practices to create innovative career programming and resources Incorporates digital tools, including emerging AI-enables platforms to support career development and student learning in the space of career advancement Continuously evaluates and improves curriculum based on student feedback and industry trends Builds and maintains strategic relationships during co-op work term experiences and across career programming and events In collaboration with the Business Development Manager, builds and maintains relationships with the business community to facilitate student learning and development, focused on careers Delivers employer engagement events and recruitment initiatives Advises employers on developing academically appropriate co-op opportunities aligned with accreditation requirements Provides consultation on diversity and inclusion in recruitment practices and funding opportunities Responds to employer inquiries related to postings, recruitment timelines, interviewing logistics, and co-op program requirements Reviews and approves job postings, writes / edits job descriptions, and ensures employer partnerships align with program standards Provides input into strategic planning, goal setting, and prioritization for integrated co-op and career programming Tracks and analyzes student career outcomes and post-graduation data to evaluate program impact and inform continuous improvement Collects, documents, and analyzes student feedback regarding advising services, workshops, and employer interactions Implements continuous improvement activities and identifies opportunities for enhancement Conducts market research to identify partnership opportunities and emerging career trends Evaluates program effectiveness, recommends improvements, and implements necessary changes Maintains accurate student and employer records in institutional systems; ensures data integrity and supports system rollout, updates, and usage optimization Provides input on event and program expenditures, manages assigned budgets Increases capacity across the program for career learning and career conversations, through multiple points of intersection in the student experience. Participates in the assessment and evaluation of career learning for students. Collects and records statistical information and feedback, analyzes, documents and reports results, integrates suggestions and improvements into programs and services. Prepares reports on student placement statistics that are required for national co-op accreditation. Fosters an inclusive learning environment
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