Job Posting: Coordinator, Student Career Development
Department: Careers & Experiences
Reports to: Manager, Career Development
Employee Group: OPSEU
Salary Range: $60,301 – $75,378
About Huron:
Huron University stands out among post-secondary institutions in Canada. With a commitment to redefine Liberal Arts education, Huron offers a unique university experience that places equal emphasis on ethical leadership, community engagement, and academic excellence.
As the founding institution of Western University, since 1863, Huron has remained strategically small to best serve the needs of its students. Huron’s mission is to develop Leaders with Heart from all backgrounds and foster a vibrant and inclusive community and prepare students to be engaged citizens who transform the sectors they work within.
Role Summary:
The Coordinator, Student Career Development serves as the primary point of contract for students seeking career development support and guidance. This role will support students in exploring career pathways, developing career readiness skills, and accessing experiential learning opportunities. Working collaboratively with students, employers, alumni, faculty, staff, and community partners to enhance career outcomes and support student success
Responsibilities:
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Support students in developing career plans that align with their interest, goals, education, and aspirations.
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Provide timely, professional, and high-level support and guidance to students, employers, alumni, and community partners engaging with the Careers & Experiences department.
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Provide guidance on career readiness topics including networking, job searching strategies, interviewing, professional communication, and personal branding.
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Assist students in identifying, preparing for, and applying to internships, volunteer opportunities, mentorship experiences, and other career-related experiences.
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Provide individualized feedback on resumes, cover letters, applications, and other materials requested for job applications.
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Support students exploring graduate and professional educations pathways, assisting with school applications and preparing documentation.
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Coordinate and deliver workshops, presentations, programing, and other career development events.
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Collaborate with the Partnership team to maintain awareness of internship, volunteer, mentorship, and experiential learning opportunities offered and align prospective opportunities with student interest and goals.
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Maintain accurate records and prepare reports using institutional systems (Salesforce).
Qualifications:
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Undergraduate degree from a recognized post-secondary institution required.
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Career Development Practitioner certification, educational counseling and advising, or other related professional training is considered an asset.
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Minimum of two (2) years of experience in career development, student services, advising, workforce development, recruitment, community engagement, or a related field.
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Knowledge of career development principles, career readiness programming, and experiential learning opportunities.
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Understanding of post-secondary student career pathways and graduate/professional education options.
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Exceptional customer service relationship-building skills to represent Huron professionally in all interactions.
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Proficiency with MS Office Suite products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
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Experience working with CRM systems for data tracking and reporting, Salesforce preferred.
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Strong presentation, communication, and coaching skills with an understanding regarding student-centered support.
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Excellent organizational and time-management abilities.
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Ability to exercise sound judgment, discretion, and professionalism when handling sensitive situations.
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Demonstrated commitment to student success, collaboration, and service excellence.
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Flexibility to work outside of traditional office hours and travel to partner events and networking opportunities as needed.
Application Submission:
Qualified candidates are encouraged to submit their resume and cover letter by Friday, July 31, 2026.
Completed applications can be submitted on Huron’s ADP Career portal.
We thank all applicants for their interest, only those selected will be contacted.
Inclusivity Statement:
Huron values its place in an interconnected world and desires to reflect this value, acknowledging our responsibility to strive towards a diverse and equitable employment and educational environment that recognizes the inherent worth and dignity of every person. We welcome those who have a demonstrated commitment to upholding the values of equity, diversity, and inclusion and who may contribute to the diversification of ideas. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals, especially those from members who have been historically disadvantaged and marginalized, including racialized persons/persons of colour, women, Indigenous / Aboriginal People of North America, persons with disabilities, and 2SLGBTQIA+ persons.
As an inclusive employer, we are committed to providing a fully accessible recruitment process. For a confidential inquiry or to request accommodation support, please contact Huron HR by phone or email at any time during the recruitment process.
Land Acknowledgement:
We acknowledge that Huron University is located on the traditional lands of the Anishinaabek, Haudenosaunee, Lūnaapéewak, and Attawandaron peoples, on lands connected with the London Township and Sombra Treaties of 1796 and the Dish with one Spoon Covenant Wampum. This land continues to be home to diverse Indigenous peoples whom we recognize as contemporary stewards of the land and vital contributors to our society.
Use of AI in screening
Applications are received through an ATS system. Currently, all applications are reviewed, and the use of AI is not used in automatically filtering out applications.
