Student Talent Development Specialist

Please note: this is a fixed-term contract expected to conclude February 2028. 

About the Role: 

The Student Talent Development Specialist will:  

• Coach students and recent graduates with identifying career options through critical reflection to build confidence, self-awareness, and strategies to navigate career barriers and effectively articulate their strengths to potential employers or academic programs; 

• Support students and recent graduates to translate their experiences into professional skills and confidently communicate those skills in job searches or advanced education applications, through individual appointments, small group and workshop formats; 

• Apply current labour market, career development, recruitment/selection trends,  student employment and workplace issues and utilize up-to-date market information to coach students and recent graduates; 

• Ensure effective and seamless transitions within CCEE regarding students’ progress of their talent development as they move through their career/co-op journey and support continuity across career development services; 

• Report on student satisfaction and provide feedback on opportunities to enhance  students’ satisfaction and service delivery; 

• Collaborate with the CCEE Talent Development team to research and create resources that address student career development needs;  

• Work with various members of the Career Education Team, including the student team, to engage, support, and promote participation in Career Education activities and events;  

• Adopt coaching and reflection practice approaches to help students develop  high quality job search documents within set timelines and effective interview  techniques that are essential for successful career transitions; 

• Keep team members apprised of progress, issues, and concerns regarding students’  progress and career readiness, when appropriate; 

• Collaborate with Faculty/Departments to engage students with career development; 

• Maintain the student information database for tracking student engagement, outcomes, and career development activity;  

• Use resume review software (i.e. Vmock) effectively to meet the quality and quantity  of document reviews every term; 

• Participate, represent, and support work related activities that may require attendance outside of normal working hours; including but not limited to: 

• Ontario Universities Fair – Toronto; 

• Spring Open House – on campus; 

• Fall Open House – on campus; 

• Co-op Professional Preparation Course (undergraduate and graduate) (when  applicable); 

• Faculty Events. 

Key Skills and Experience: 

• An undergraduate degree in a related field or equivalent combination of education and experience; 

• Experience in recruitment and career coaching activities; 

• Knowledge of career development methods and practices; 

• Knowledge of industry trends and labour market demand for all programs; 

• Extensive knowledge of advanced standards for resume preparation; 

• Advanced knowledge of current interviewing trends within numerous diverse industries; 

• Ability to demonstrate a professional and dynamic presentation style to engage and motivate students in small and large groups; 

• Ability to coach, mentor, persuade, and motivate individuals; 

• Ability to work with diverse groups, advising, coaching, and strategizing career planning objectives; 

• Strong customer service orientation with the ability to connect with and engage students, staff, and faculty; 

• Proven ability to organize and handle a variety of projects, deadlines, and schedules simultaneously and independently;  

• Creativity and problem-solving abilities to provide advice and recommendations to students with all aspects of the Career Development process; and 

• Ability to think critically to leverage existing resources to solve problems. 

Preferred or Asset Skills:  

• Career Development Practitioner’s Certification; 

• Human Resources Certification; 

• Career Coaching/Mentoring training certification; 

• Professional resume writing. 

Salary and Total Rewards:  

• Job Grade: J; Salary Scale: $57,267 -$91,267  

• Target Hiring Salary: $57,267* 

• This is a Fixed term contract position that includes:   

• Health & Dental Benefits: Comprehensive extended health, dental, and vision coverage. 

• Pension Plan: Enrollment eligibility in the Brock University Pension Plan. 

• Vacation: Up to 3 weeks per year, in addition to university holidays. 

• Flexible Work Arrangements: Hybrid work schedule available. 

*The final salary is based on experience, internal equity, and budget considerations within the target hiring range. 

We are committed to offering flexible work arrangements where possible as outlined in our Flexible Work Arrangement Policy. As a student-centered organization, all employees are required to work on campus as needed.

Brock University is committed to creating a respectful and equitable workplace. We strive to foster a culture of diversity and inclusion in our work and learning environments. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals and actively encourage applications from women, people with disabilities, members of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community, Indigenous Peoples, people who identify as Black, African and/or Caribbean, as racialized and/or as from ethnic and cultural minority groups, and other underrepresented demographic groups at Brock and in the Niagara region. Brock also recognizes intersectionality and the interconnected identities, histories, and experiences of these aforementioned groups.

We are committed to inclusive and barrier-free recruitment, and we accommodate the needs of applicants throughout all stages of the recruitment process, as outlined in our Employment Accommodation Policy and consistent with the requirements of the Ontario Human Rights Code. Please contact [email protected]  if you require a disability related accommodation so we can ensure your participation needs are met.

Brock University does not use AI Technology at any stage of the recruitment process.

We appreciate all applications received. Candidates that are selected for an interview will be contacted.

Learn more about Brock University by visiting www.brocku.ca.