For more than 75 years, Toronto Metropolitan University (formerly known as Ryerson University) has been shaping the next generation of leaders through its uniquely innovative, entrepreneurial and career-focused approach to higher education. Driven by bold leadership, cutting-edge research and a deep commitment to academic excellence, TMU collaborates with students, faculties, staff and partners to push boundaries, reimagine solutions and create meaningful change in an increasingly interconnected world.

For a more in-depth understanding of our vision, core values and ongoing work, please see our academic plan

TMU welcomes those who have demonstrated a commitment to upholding the values of equity, diversity, and inclusion and will assist us in realizing the benefits of embedding these values into the work at every level and in every unit of the university. In addition, to correct the conditions of disadvantage in employment in Canada and to bring lived experiences to the work, we encourage applications from members of equity deserving groups that have been historically disadvantaged and marginalized, including First Nations, Métis and Inuit Peoples in Canada, First Nations Peoples in the United States, racialized people, Black people, persons with disabilities, women, and 2SLGBTQ+ people. Preference will be given to candidates with lived experiences as people from equity deserving groups, as well as experience working with these communities with which the University works every day. Please note that all qualified candidates are encouraged to apply and we welcome newcomers and immigrants to Canada.

In April 2022, the university announced its new name of Toronto Metropolitan University. Learn more about our next chapter.

The team
At Toronto Metropolitan University’s Career, Co-op & Student Success Centre (CC&SS), we support students’ navigation of their academic, personal and career success. Our work includes career advising, central co-op program oversight, employer engagement and student success supports such as the First Year Experience initiative and the Student Success Navigator team. We are committed to providing our students and alumni with innovative support and development skills so they can excel during their time at the University and into their careers as graduates.

As a Career Education Specialist, you will design, develop, deliver and evaluate a Faculty-wide Career Development Program, including the creation of career-related resource materials to support students’ professional development. This role will work collaboratively with faculty stakeholders, the Employer Engagement team, the Co-op Specialist team, and the Student Success team to provide, in keeping with the curriculum, a full suite of career education and student success offerings for a diverse group of students and alumni. Additionally, they will complement the Faculty’s delivery, develop stakeholder partnerships with other units/departments in the university, and design and implement career education programs tailored to the distinct needs of diverse student and alumni groups across campus. We expect the successful candidate for this role to be aligned with and support The Creative School.

Key responsibilities:

• Develops and delivers a Career Development Program (CDP) to students for the assigned Faculty. The CDP is based on academic program content, labour market trends, global best practice and student learning needs. The CDP includes the delivery of modules alongside and within the curriculum and reflects an understanding of the academic programs in the Faculty.
• Collaborates with internal and external partners to design programming to equip distinct student groups, such as Indigenous students, Black students, international students, students with disabilities, etc., with the skills required for successful career planning and job search.
• Builds strong relationships across all programs within the Faculty. Liaises and collaborates with a wide range of leadership positions and partnerships to establish delivery plans and ensure implementation of career education programming across all years and programs of study.
• Works with the Employer Engagement Specialist to develop new and strengthen existing relationships with employer organizations for involvement in Faculty-specific programming, sourcing and promoting work experience and other career-related opportunities appropriate to the Faculty’s students on various channels and platforms.
• Designs, updates, and delivers presentations to students, Faculty, and industry partners, promoting CC&SS services and program offerings. This includes presenting at conferences, events, virtual presentations and online engagement.
• Designs and conducts rigorous assessment evaluations of program delivery to assess both students’ learning outcomes and client satisfaction. Enhances service delivery based on research and data analysis, including employer feedback and global best practice.
• Researches global best practices and remains current in areas of career education, experiential learning, graduate recruitment methodology and labour market trends.

Qualifications
To help us learn more about you, please provide a cover letter and resume describing how you meet the following required qualifications:

• Successful completion of a post-secondary degree program and a minimum of four (4) years of experience in higher education, employment counselling, and/ or graduate recruitment with experience in project management, from development to implementation.
• Demonstrated experience in one-to-one career advising and facilitation of career preparation classes/workshops with extensive understanding of job search techniques.
• Strong oral and written communication and stakeholder engagement skills in order to build faculty relationships and showcase engagement benefits to academic colleagues via e.g. presentations and 1:1 meetings.
• Demonstrated experience in curriculum development and classroom delivery, and knowledge of current/emerging theories and practices in career education and student development.
• Awareness of current issues in higher education, and in the retention and transition from post-secondary to employment or further education.
• Strong knowledge of the labour market and graduate recruitment trends with the ability to interpret and communicate these trends to clients (students and alumni, faculty, employers).
• Knowledge of issues related to employment barriers, workplace accommodations, and needs of diverse student populations (e.g., first-generation, adult learners, etc.).
• Experience engaging in data collection, analysis, and on-going program evaluation as a central component of strategic planning and program development.
• Experience in using social media platforms as communication vehicles for promotional and educational purposes.
• Knowledge of Google Workspace, MS Office, custom databases, Client Relations Management (CRM) systems and web-based applications, social media platforms, etc.
• Strong ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment.
• Entrepreneurial mind-set, taking an agile approach to continuous improvement of student support offerings.

• Equivalent experience or a combination of equivalent experience and education may be accepted in place of education.

• As part of the selection process, candidates may be required to complete an occupational assessment.
• Applications will only be accepted online through Toronto Metropolitan University's career site.
• We will provide an accessible experience for applicants, students, employees, and members of the Toronto Metropolitan University community. We are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, starting with the recruitment process. If you have restrictions that need to be accommodated to fully participate in any phase of the recruitment process, please submit your request through the AskHR webform. All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential.