Co-Op Education Officer

Kwantlen Polytechnic University•Surrey, BC

19d•Onsite

About The Position

Reporting to Administrative Coordinator, Cooperative Education, this position is responsible for working effectively and collaboratively with students, employers and administration to support KPU Co-op students to be employment-ready and ensure a high level of job placement opportunities. The role is responsible for the efficient delivery of Co-op administrative processes, and is expected to provide recommendations to enhance systems and processes, and to effectively implement quality-improvement changes. The Co-operative Education Officer prepares diverse Co-op program and process communication and documentation, including procedures manuals, handouts, and the creation of web content.

Requirements

Post-secondary diploma in a related discipline.
Minimum 2 years’ demonstrated experience with Co-operative Education, Career Services and/or related work-integrated learning or career development programs.
Minimum 1 year experience in marketing and event planning, with demonstrated ability to coordinate and deliver well-executed events.
Demonstrated proficiency with contact management systems and/or relational databases (Symplicity and/or Banner preferred), web content management software (Drupal preferred), graphic design software, and social media platforms.
Intermediate skills level with internet applications including Microsoft Office and email web browser (Outlook preferred).
Foundational understanding of current BC industry and labour market trends.
Excellent oral and written communication including the ability to present information clearly and concisely, and the confidence to speak effectively at events both on and off campus.
Strong organizational and time management skills, with a proven ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
Proven ability to build and maintain effective working relationships while delivering exceptional customer service to both internal and external key parties.
Demonstrated ability to take initiative and work effectively both independently and collaboratively in a dynamic, team-oriented environment.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree preferred.
Direct experience with Co-operative Education, Career Services and/or related work-integrated learning or career development programs, combined with a demonstrated commitment to equity and accessibility.

Responsibilities

Working effectively and collaboratively with students, employers and administration to support KPU Co-op students to be employment-ready and ensure a high level of job placement opportunities.
Efficient delivery of Co-op administrative processes.
Provide recommendations to enhance systems and processes.
Effectively implement quality-improvement changes.
Prepare diverse Co-op program and process communication and documentation, including procedures manuals, handouts, and the creation of web content.