Humber College

Job Developer - COWD - RPT

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Job Description

Find Your Spot at HumberAt Humber, our career paths open up a world of infinite possibilities for you to explore. People are at the heart of the Humber experience. Here, every day we work shoulder to shoulder to deliver excellence, and in doing so, we redefine what it means to be a leader in polytechnic education. Humber employees are a diverse group of committed, caring and fun-loving people.We take finding and growing the right talent very seriously. We strive to find and nurture extraordinary employees who bring their best each day.If you are interested in working in higher education and are looking to contribute to the largest Polytechnic in Ontario, as we shape the future of our students and communities, here is your opportunity to join our team.Job DetailsPosition Title: Job DeveloperStatus: Regular Part-time SupportHours: 24 per weekFaculty/Department: Community Outreach and Workforce DevelopmentCampus/Location: North campus / Hybrid work, at least once a week on campus. Some evening and weekend work may be required.Salary: EPEW 9 - $35.91About The Job Developer RoleReporting to the Project Coordinator, the Job Developer (JD) provides job placement and job retention services to internationally trained professionals in the bridging programs who face challenges in accessing relevant employment in their field, due to barriers such as, lack of knowledge related to the Canadian workplace culture, English as a second language, lack of Canadian work experience and awareness of the specific technology used in their field in Canada, having had no exposure to work in Canada. The JD assists program clients in targeting suitable employment based on their experience and education. The JD conducts ongoing research on employers, resources and programs to identify existing job leads; reaches out to employers and develops relationships with them to create job leads; and organizes networking and hiring events to help secure employment for the program clients. The JD, who provides occupation specific employment services, works collaboratively with the program team, including the employment advisor, who provides pre-employment services and the Project Coordinator to ensure that clients receive the services that reflect their needs, abilities, and employment goals in a continuous quality improvement environment. The JD creates, updates, and maintains employer databases, files, and client case notes; and enters and maintains accurate information about clients in case management systems. This role requires the incumbent to travel to employers, and so a valid driver’s license and access to a vehicle is necessary. Some evening and weekend work may also be required for job fairs, alumni, and other special events.Hours Per Week24Position TypeRegular Part-Time SupportMinimum Salary35.91Work LocationsNorth CampusJob FamilyCommunity OutreachDeadline to ApplyNov. 10, 2025Job Posting10/31/25DepartmentCommunity Outreach & Workforce DevelopmentAbout YouYou are passionate about working at Ontario's largest Polytechnic; you thrive on improving productivity and quality that contribute to team success! If this sounds like you, keep reading:EducationA minimum of a 3-year diploma/degree or equivalent Career and Work Counselling, Human Resources (recruitment), Business Administration, Sales and Marketing, Social Work, or related field.Experience/SkillsA minimum of 3 years’ experience in job development, human resources recruitment and job placement and a proven track record of success working with newcomers to Canada who are internationally trained immigrants. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, teambuilding, adaptability, organizational skills, occupation specific/labor market research and problem-solving skills. Demonstrated awareness of cultural diversity, settlement and integration issues pertaining to newcomers to Canada. Proven commitment to customer and community service. Demonstrated knowledge and ability with Office software, e-mail, remote communications/collaboration (MS Teams, Zoom, various multimedia tools / platforms for presentations, virtual meetings), record keeping/report generating applications on the web, and information systems. Knowledge of the Engineering/Architecture sector is an asset.If this sounds like you, we'd love to hear from you! At Humber Polytechnic we don't just accept difference we celebrate it! Experience comes in many forms, skills are transferable, and a progressive mindset goes a long way at Humber. If your experience is close to what we're looking for, consider applying and tell us why you are a great candidate for this job. Find your Spot at Humber!What's in it for you? An opportunity to be a part of building Humber's future. Be part of a diverse, hard-working, and supportive team. Tools and technology that will allow you to succeed at your job. Amazing perks! We thank you for your interest in working with Humber Polytechnic. Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. Consideration for Support Staff (Article 17 of FT Support Staff and Article 19 of PT Support Staff) positions will be given to internal employees in accordance with the respective Collective Agreements.Equity, Diversity, and InclusionHumber Polytechnic is committed to a workforce that reflects the diversity of our students and our city. We actively seek Indigenous Peoples and individuals from equity-deserving groups with demonstrated skills and knowledge to deal with all aspects of equity, diversity and inclusion in a post-secondary environment.Humber supports employment equity. Racialized workers, women, Indigenous workers, LGBTQ2S+ workers and workers with disabilities are encouraged to apply. For the purpose of statistical data collection, applicants are strongly encouraged to voluntarily self-identify. Humber’s diverse workplace also supports Francophone workers and young workers.AccommodationHumber Polytechnic is committed to accommodating applicants with disabilities throughout the hiring process, in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Our Talent Acquisition team will work with applicants requesting accommodations at any stage of the hiring process. This document is available in alternate formats upon request.Anti-Discrimination StatementAt Humber Polytechnic, all forms of discrimination and harassment are prohibited. All employees and applicants have the right to work in an environment that is free from discrimination and harassment. If you need assistance with concerns related to discrimination and harassment, please contact the Office of Human Rights and Harassment (humanrights@humber.ca).

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