Employer Relationship Specialist - Calgary

Alberta Staff Full Time Permanent Calgary, AB, CA

Salary Range: $32.04 To $33.83 Hourly

Open Door Group (ODG) is a mission‑driven non‑profit organization serving communities across British Columbia and Alberta. We are seeking an Employer Relationship Specialist to support job‑ready individuals in achieving meaningful employment outcomes through personalized career development, job search support, employer engagement, and employment placement services.

If you are passionate about helping people achieve their career goals, enjoy building relationships with employers, and thrive in a fast‑paced, outcome‑focused environment, we'd love to hear from you.

Wage: $32.04 to $33.83 per hour

Status: Full‑Time, Permanent

Hours of Work: 36 Hours per week

Location: The primary work location for this position will be our Open Door Group Calgary location at Suite 150, 707 10th Avenue SW.

The Employer Relationship Specialist is responsible for cultivating and maintaining strong partnerships with employers to drive employment outcomes for clients accessing Open Door Group services. The role proactively identifies and engages prospective employer clients, while providing targeted marketing and placement support to case managers to facilitate a range of employment outcomes. This includes rapid job matching, work connections, and customized employment placements. Significant outreach and travel are required, and access to a vehicle is essential.

The ideal candidate has robust relationship‑building and consultative sales skills, a deep understanding of local labour market trends, and the ability to connect job seekers with employers through clear communication, strategic marketing,



and effective use of job‑matching tools. Success requires consistently high‑quality service, strong organizational abilities, and adaptability in a fast‑paced setting.

Why Open Door Group?

Champion of Great Workplaces: ODG proudly holds the title of one of Canada’s Certified Great Places to Work, fostering a culture of compassion and authenticity.

Competitive Compensation and Benefits

As a Certified Living Wage Employer, ODG is committed to offering more than just a job. We provide a comprehensive 100 % employer‑paid benefits package, an RRSP matching program, an Employee and Family Assistance program, and a professional development fund to support your growth.

Community Impact

Be part of an organization that provides tailored employment services to build strong workforce ecosystems and thriving communities. Your work will directly contribute to the social and economic well‑being of the community.

What you bring to the position

If you meet most of the qualifications and are excited about this opportunity, we value transferable skills, diverse backgrounds, and relevant lived experience, and will consider equivalent combinations of education, training, and experience.

Qualifications

- Diploma in Marketing/Sales, Business, or Human Resources.
- Recent, related experience of three years or an equivalent combination of education,



training, and experience.
- Other qualifications determined to be reasonable and relevant to the level of work.
- Valid BC driver’s license and use of a motor vehicle.
- Maintain a satisfactory criminal record, including vulnerable sector check.

Knowledge, Skills & Experience

- Build strong relationships with employers, partners, and people from diverse backgrounds.
- Knowledge of Disability, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) employer resources, training, and communities of practice.
- Understanding of the human rights code and relevant laws.
- Consultative sales approaches.
- Knowledge of labour market trends and ability to spot current business opportunities.
- Experience finding and screening job candidates.
- Promote job seekers to employers and explain available services.
- Use job‑matching software to connect candidates with the right roles.
- Communicate clearly and professionally, both in speaking and writing.
- Speak with senior leaders across industries.
- Comfortable giving presentations to large groups.
- Resolve conflicts calmly and respectfully.
- Work well independently and as part of a team.
- Provide consistent, high‑quality service in a fast‑paced environment.
- Proficient with Microsoft Office and databases.

Open Door Group values diversity and is committed to providing an inclusive work environment. We are looking for qualified individuals who represent, at all job levels, the diversity of the people we serve and encourage applications from Indigenous peoples, individuals of all genders and sexual orientations, origins and ethnic affiliations, disability, age, and religion.

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📌 Employer Relationship Specialist - Calgary
🏢 Open Door Group
📍 Calgary