Work-Integrated Learning Coordinator

at  Red River College Polytechnic

RRC Polytech is committed to accessible employment and to ensuring that our hiring processes are barrier free. If you require information in an alternate format, or if you require an accommodation to participate in the hiring process, please contact humanresources@rrc.ca.

WORK-INTEGRATED LEARNING COORDINATOR

Work-Integrated Learning and Career Services
POSITION TYPE: 1 Full-Time Regular Position Available and 1 Full-Time Term Position Available up to December 31, 2025
SALARY: $62,337 - $87,859 per annum
POSITION LOCATION: Notre Dame Campus (Winnipeg, MB)
At RRC Polytech we aspire to have a workforce that is representative of the diversity within our communities. For this hiring process, a preference hiring practice will be applied. First consideration will be given to applicants who self-identify within their application as one or more of the following equity-deserving group(s): Women, Indigenous Peoples, Persons with Disabilities, Racialized Persons, Persons of the 2SLGBTQlA+ Community. First consideration will also be given to internal applicants. For more information about our hiring practices, please visit: www.rrc.ca/hr/work/hiring-process/.
Employment support is available to both internal and external candidates who self-identify as Indigenous (First Nations, Métis, or Inuit) seeking employment at Red River College Polytechnic. For guidance on the application process, interview preparation, or to discuss accommodation needs, applicants are invited to contact our Indigenous Recruitment Consultant at humanresources@rrc.ca.
ELIGIBILITY LIST: This competition may be used to establish a 6 month eligibility list of qualified candidates for future vacancies.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• A diploma from a recognized post-secondary institution, preferably in the Health Service Field or an equivalent combination of education and work experience may be considered
• Experience in Health-related fields and career development or business development, sales, marketing, or human resources
• Experience liaising with industry partners with the ability to develop and maintain relationships
• Experience in guiding/coaching and or mentoring others
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Effective presentation skills, including experience facilitating workshops, training, and orientation sessions
• Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to manage and focus on multiple priorities
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Excellent problem-solving and conflict-resolution skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook) and ability to adapt to new technologies
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively
• Knowledge of the current labor market for job development and employment advising
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively
• Experience building a respectful workplace culture that promotes diversity, learning and continuous improvement

ASSET QUALIFICATIONS

• Awareness and appreciation of Indigenous history and culture
• Experience working with newcomers or international students entering the workplace in Canada
• Knowledge of Work Integrated Learning at the post-secondary level
• Experience working with post-secondary students

Reporting to the Manager, Work-Integrated Learning (WIL), the incumbent is responsible for liaising with community stakeholders and employers in the development of Work-Integrated learning opportunities for students in Health Care Aid and Nursing programs. This role will identify, establish and maintain relationships with community and industry partners involved in clinical placements and other Work-Integrated learning opportunities that support student and program goals. The Work-Integrated Learning Coordinator will provide guidance to employers to facilitate meaningful student work experiences and successful placements. This role will also guide and counsel students in preparation for their WIL placement and monitor the completion of their work term requirements. Duties include developing and delivering placement preparation information and orientation for students and employers, communicating with employers, staff and students regarding Work Integrated Learning opportunities, coordinating student and employer networking activities, visiting partner sites, maintaining databases to track student progress, and developing promotional materials for placements.