Job Responsibility:

The Opportunity

Are you committed to excellence in education and want to be part of providing a strong understanding to enhance learning for our students! Keyano College's Academic Success Center is currently seeking a full-time permanent Work Integrated Learning Coordinator to join their team. Reporting to the Manager of the Academic Success Centre, this position is an integral component of providing work integrated learning support to Keyano College students. This is a student-facing, onsite position located at Keyano College, Clearwater Campus. Hours are scheduled between 8:30 am to 4:30 pm, Monday to Friday.

About Us

Keyano College is a comprehensive post-secondary educational institution located in Fort McMurray, nested in the Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo on traditional Treaty 8 territory. We are a strategic community partner that meets both the training and talent upgrading needs of industry, as well as the personal enrichment and cultural needs of the Wood Buffalo community. We take pride in offering a safe work and study environment that embraces Equity, Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging. Our students and customers come from all walks of life and so do we. That is why we are committed to hiring great people from a variety of backgrounds because it makes our employee community stronger.

Duties & Responsibilities

The Work-Integrated Learning (WIL) Coordinator at Keyano College plays a crucial role in facilitating the participation of students, faculty, and employers in the development, monitoring, and implementation of both one-time and recurring WIL initiatives. This position involves employer relations development, work term management and monitoring, and coordination of preparatory workshop delivery. The WIL Coordinator oversees the design, execution, and evaluation of experiential learning programs, connecting students with industry placements to provide valuable practical work experience. In addition to managing student placements and building relationships with employers, the WIL Coordinator supports all aspects of the process, from tracking student progress and maintaining records to creating marketing campaigns, organizing student activities, and hosting employer information sessions. Under the direction of the Manager,



the Coordinator ensures that WIL opportunities align with program requirements and collaborates with faculty to prepare students for meaningful, real-world work experiences.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

- Valid Class 5 driver's license.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively interact with students, employers, and faculty.
- Strong organizational and time management abilities to manage multiple projects, meet deadlines, and prioritize tasks.
- Understanding of various industries and career pathways relevant to the student population.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and career services management software.
- Skilled in data collection, analysis, and reporting to inform program improvement.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Valid Class 5 driver's license.
- Experience working with and supporting a diverse student population.
- Exceptional collaborative team member, working to attain institutional goals and objectives.
- Ability to establish and maintain team-oriented relationships with students, faculty, administration, employers, and the community.
- Proficiency in designing and facilitating relevant educational presentations for student employment readiness training.
- Outstanding attention to accuracy and detail.
- Ability and willingness to travel occasionally.
- Commitment to equity, diversity, inclusivity, and fostering a sense of belonging.

An equivalent combination of education, student-centered experience, and knowledge acceptable to the College may also be considered. Preferred Qualifications:
- Minimum one year experience working in a post-secondary institution, preferably at a college or polytechnic.
- Experience working with Moodle, and other educational technology.
- Understanding of various industries and career pathways relevant to the student population.
- Knowledge of current job market trends and career development strategies.
- Experience in event planning and coordination (preferred).
- Experience in supporting employment training,



work integrated learning or experiential learning initiatives.
- Knowledge of PowerCampus, GradLeaders, Clock Work, or other Student Information Systems and computer applications.
- Asset: Proven experience in career services, student placement, or workforce development, ideally with a focus on experiential learning.

Please note that if your education was received internationally, upon hire we will require you to provide an international education assessment completed through WES, IQAS or one of the other IRCC approved designated organization.

Compensation and Benefits

- Compensation is $65,254.28 (CUPE IS-6).
- Not only do we get the breathtaking views and immediate access to nature where we work, live, and play but we get paid extra too - this position qualifies for additional payment of the Northern Living Allowance of $1,040 per month.
- Generous vacation entitlement and the bonus of paid holidays between Christmas and New Years.
- Life insurance is 2.5 times your annual salary, although we hope your family would never need to access it, we want to ensure we can support your loved ones in times of need.
- Paid sick days for any time you may not feel your best and need some rest.

We offer various perks and discounts to our employees:
- Employee Service and Academic Achievement recognition.
- Greatly discounted employee membership to the Syncrude Sports and Wellness Centre (our well-known gym and recreational facility).
- Tuition waiver for all employees and dependents to take courses at Keyano College to support your thirst for learning.
- Employee Discounts for the Keyano Theatre and the Keynotes Bookstore.
- Various other perks and discounts for insurance, hotels, car rentals, stores etc.

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At Keyano College, we are committed to fostering an equitable, caring and resilient environment where everyone feels valued and connected to the common goal and the college community. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals and encourage candidates who will contribute to the diversity of the College to apply.

Additional Information

We would like to thank all applicants in advance for submitting their resumes. Please note, only those candidates chosen to continue through the selection process will be contacted.

Company

Keyano College

Location

Fort McMurray, Alberta

Opening Date

13-03-2025 08:30 AM

📌 Work Integrated Learning Coordinator (Fort McMurray)
🏢 Keyano College
📍 Fort McMurray