In office Full-Time Job Title: Job Development Specialist Job Type: Temporary, Full-time, contract position ending spring of 2029 Do you want to be part of a growing organization with opportunities for development? Goodwill is dedicated to providing people with disabilities, and other barriers to employment, the opportunity to find meaningful employment. This is made possible as a direct result of the generosity of Albertans in our community who choose to donate to Goodwill, where these items are resold through our successful retail stores.

Through living our value of We Care and it Shows, we work together as One Amazing Team to Get Better and Better Everyday while we Make a Positive Impact in our community.

The Goodwill Warehouse

Academy is a workforce development initiative designed to provide hands‐on training and employment pathways in warehouse operations. Focused on individuals facing barriers to employment, the Academy combines practical experience with structured learning to build skills in inventory management, logistics, safety, and teamwork.

The Job Development

Specialist will be responsible for actively developing new employment opportunities for program participants seeking employment.

The Job Development

Specialist supports the Warehouse Academy team in facilitating intakes and workshops and providing coaching supports for Individuals in the program. Meeting with employers in the community (70% of the time) to learn about their company and the opportunities for job carving and customized employment, and assisting employers in identifying ROI in investing into hiring people with disabilities.



Contacting employers and employer associations to solicit employment, volunteer or work experience opportunities.

Completing cold calls, via phone or drop in, to employer and volunteer sites. Completing follow‐up phone calls, e‐mails and face‐to‐face meetings with employers to develop long‐term relationships and maintain existing partnerships. Providing awareness and self‐advocacy skill development for individuals in the workforce community.

Promoting disability awareness within the community by acting as a Goodwill Ambassador encouraging acceptance and inclusion. Utilizing ETO database to maintain accurate and up to date time records, case notes and assessments. Maintaining a list of all employers contacted through personal means and ETO.

Maintaining and adhering to all Career Connections program policies and procedures and the implementation of individual service plan. 1 years' experience in social services is preferred. ~ Inside/outside sales experience would be considered an asset. ~ Valid First Aid certificate, an asset. ~ At least 18 years of age or older. ~ Knowledge of the local labour market. ~ Knowledge of Microsoft Office, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint. ~ Interest and ability to, work with individuals with disabilities. ~ The ability to work a flexible work schedule, including evenings and weekends. ~ You deliver amazing customer service by going above and beyond for all Goodwill stakeholders. ~ Works in an office environment as well as throughout the community. Required to travel in all weather conditions to visit potential employer or volunteer locations in Edmonton and surrounding areas. Dress code is Business Casual.

📌 Job Development Specialist (Warehouse Academy) (Edmonton)
🏢 Goodwill Industries of Alberta
📍 Edmonton