MCG Careers is Hiring!
Imagine working in a role that allows you to positively impact the lives of Albertans every single day. At MCG careers, we inspire individuals and change lives through innovative programs and client support.
MCG Careers has provided services to unemployed Albertans since 1989. We utilize current career development techniques to assist individuals with successful employment preparation, job placement, training on the job, workshops, and skill training programs.
MCG Careers is currently seeking an enthusiastic individual to join our Downtown Calgary team as a Job Developer.
What We Offer:
At MCG Careers, we recognize and celebrate the strengths of our team members by offering staff wellness initiatives, a 35-hour work week, Christmas bonus days, summer scheduling, early closure on long weekends, and flexible hours for employees with two years of service. Our dedicated staff enables us to deliver our programs with a solid commitment to our clients and provide the best service to assist all Albertans.
What You’ll Bring:
- Experience in relationship-building with employers, community partners, and clients
- Comfort engaging with new employers through outreach, networking, and friendly cold calls
- Ability to support clients through career planning, job search guidance, and case management
- Strong communication, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills
- Ability to collaborate with team members and community stakeholders
- Computer proficiency and willingness to learn new systems (Mobius/TRF experience is an asset)
- Training or education in career development, human services, business, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
- Minimum 2 years of experience in job placement
- Understanding of the local labour market and current hiring trends
- Experience with the construction industry is an asset
- Experience or interest in social media outreach, event coordination, and promoting programs
- Valid Class 5 driver’s license and access to a reliable vehicle
What You’ll Do:
- Build meaningful employer relationships to create job opportunities for clients
- Support clients through individualized employment plans, coaching, and job search strategies
- Match clients to suitable employment based on strengths, goals, and employer needs
- Connect regularly with employers to monitor progress, gather feedback, and celebrate success
- Represent the program at community events, job fairs, and networking functions
- Collaborate with the team to identify labour market trends and support program growth
- Help create a positive, energetic, client-centered environment
If you share our drive to help Albertans change their lives, please send us a cover letter along with your resume. Tell us a little about yourself at hiring@mcgcareers.com.
No phone calls please. We thank all applicants for their interest, however only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
For additional information on our organization please visit us at: www.mcgcareers.com
Direct Reports: N/A
Job Types Full-time, Permanent
Benefits:
- Dental care
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Wellness program
Schedule:
Monday to Friday 8:30 am – 4:30 pm
Work Location: In person
Benefits:
- Dental care
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- Wellness program
Education:
- Bachelor’s Degree (preferred)
Experience:
- Job Placement: 2 years (required)
License/Certification:
- Class 5 or higher license and access to a reliable vehicle? (required)
Work Location: In person