Career Advisor, Graduate Students at University of Alberta

Edmonton, Alberta, Canada -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

25 Jun, 26

Salary

65199.36

Posted On

27 Mar, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Career Advising, Group Facilitation, Postsecondary Advising, Graduate Degree Knowledge, Career Exploration, Work Search Document Preparation, Interview Skills Practice, Resource Development, Relationship Building, Stakeholder Collaboration, Program Planning, Interpersonal Communication, Independent Work, Judgment, Problem-Solving, Critical Thinking

Industry

Industrial Machinery Manufacturing

Description

This competition is open to all applicants however; internal candidates and applicants who were former employees of the University of Alberta will be given priority consideration before external candidates. Please log in to verify your internal candidate status. Location - This role is hybrid with a mix of remote and in-person. Work primarily takes place at North Campus, Edmonton. The Career Centre is the source for career and employment information and expertise at the University of Alberta. We strive to empower U of A students, postdoctoral scholars, and alumni from all faculties and programs to develop the skills, knowledge, experiences and connections they need to confidently manage their careers. We also work with local, national, and international employers and professionals. Our clients and stakeholders are diverse and we aim to reflect that diversity and inclusion in our own staff and the way we work. As part of the Career Education team at the Career Centre, the Career Advisor, Graduate Students is accountable for developing and delivering career advising and education to graduate students, postdoctoral scholars, alumni of graduate programs, and those applying to graduate programs. This requires strong knowledge of the value of graduate degrees and the multiple ways they can be applied in both industry and academia. The incumbent will facilitate advising appointments to students, postdoctoral scholars, alumni, and prospective students to help them explore their career interests, look for work, prepare their work-search documents and practice their interview skills. The Career Advisor, Graduate Students also offers group sessions and develops career education resources. The University of Alberta acknowledges that we are located on Treaty 6 territory, and respects the histories, languages and cultures of First Nations, Métis, Inuit and all FirstPeoples of Canada, whose presence continues to enrich our vibrant community. The University of Alberta is a community of knowledge seekers, change makers and world shapers who lead with purpose each and every day. We are home to over 14,000 faculty and staff, more than 40,000 students and a growing community of 300,000 alumni worldwide. Your work will have a meaningful influence on a fascinating cross-section of people - from our students and community members, to our renowned researchers and innovators, making discoveries and generating solutions that make the world healthier, safer, stronger and more just. Learn more [https://www.ualberta.ca/en/careers.html]. At the University of Alberta, we are committed to creating an inclusive and accessible hiring process for all candidates. If you require accommodations to participate in the interview process, please let us know at the time of booking your interview and we will make every effort to accommodate your needs. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those individuals selected for an interview will be contacted. All University employees have a responsibility to foster a workplace that prioritizes safety in all its forms—physical, cultural, and psychological. This is achieved by promoting a safe environment, adhering to all safety laws, policies and procedures, completing all required safety training, identifying hazards and implementing controls, reporting incidents, and contributing to a culture of belonging and respect, while endeavoring to ensure that all colleagues feel valued and safe to express their thoughts, perspectives and concerns. The University of Alberta is committed to creating a university community where everyone feels valued, barriers to success are removed, and thriving connections are fostered. We welcome applications from all qualified persons. We encourage women, First Nations, Métis and Inuit persons, members of visible minority groups, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity and expression, and all those who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas and the University to apply. L’Université de l’Alberta s’engage à créer une communauté universitaire où chaque personne se sent valorisée, où les obstacles à la réussite sont éliminés et où des connexions enrichissantes peuvent se développer. Nous accueillons les demandes de toutes les personnes qualifiées. Nous encourageons les femmes; Premières nations, Métis et Inuits; membres des groupes minoritaires visibles; personnes handicapées; personnes de toute orientation sexuelle ou identité et expression de genre; et toutes les personnes qui peuvent contribuer à la diversification des idées et à l'université à postuler. Student Success and Experience [https://www.ualberta.ca/en/student-success-experience/index.html] (formerly Office of the Dean of Students) holds student support at the heart of everything we do. We provide services focused on student well-being and flourishing both in the classroom and beyond. We offer a wide range of services, including career guidance, health and wellness resources, academic support, and assistance for students facing unexpected challenges or personal difficulties. We also work closely with faculty and staff across campus to ensure students receive coordinated support when they need it most.unexpected challenges or personal difficulties. We also work closely with faculty and staff across campus to ensure students receive coordinated support when they need it most.

Responsibilities

The Career Advisor is responsible for developing and delivering career advising and education specifically tailored for graduate students, postdoctoral scholars, alumni of graduate programs, and prospective graduate students. This involves facilitating advising appointments to help clients explore careers and prepare job search materials, as well as offering group sessions and developing educational resources.