MCG Careers Inc.

Part Time
Calgary
Posted 1 month ago

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. At MCG, We See Good Things in our staff and show it with programs that include staff wellness plans, education funds, 35-hour work weeks, Christmas bonus days, summer hours, long weekend early closures, bonus points program, and flex time for our 2-year staff. Our dedicated staff allow us to deliver our programs with a solid commitment to our clients and provide the best service possible to assist all Albertans. Join us!

Calgary’s Downtown Rapid Employment Services and Workplace Training programs have a job opening for a (0.8) Recruitment Specialist (28 hours/week). If you are interested, please submit your resume and cover letter by either clicking on the application link below or by emailing hiring@mcgcareers.com.

Job Title: Recruitment Specialist

Primary Purpose of the Job:

The main objective of this job is to secure employment opportunities for clients by actively engaging with businesses, organizations, associations, and stakeholders on behalf of MCG Careers. This includes on-site visits, presentations, cold calling, social media, networking events, and other outreach and marketing channels – resulting in relevant, positive and sustainably built employer partnerships and successful 90-day client outcomes.

Reports to: Program Manager/Program Coordinator

Direct Reports: Not Applicable

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Collaborate with the Program Manager/Coordinator to establish and carry out employer recruitment strategies in Calgary and area.
  • Alongside Job Coaches, work to learn about each client and serve as a proactive member to aid in sourcing and engaging suitable employers in identified target areas.
  • Develop and implement a business development/recruitment plan.
  • Present the Program and its benefits to prospective employers, promote qualified candidates and gather information about any current and/or future talent needs.
  • Build and maintain excellent rapport and communication with employers across various industries and maintain an accurate up-to-date employer database.
  • Understand the labour market trends and communicate this to the team.
  • Actively engage with stakeholders to promote MCG and its programs and services.
  • Work collaboratively with the Program Manager/Coordinator, colleagues, and MCG Marketing staff to create necessary marketing materials, PowerPoint presentations and other materials for presentations to potential employers, organizations, associations and stakeholders.
  • Proactively follow up with employers and discuss any concerns with the Program Manager/Coordinator.
  • Conduct site visits as well as ongoing satisfaction monitoring/interviews.
  • Report progress regularly to the Program Manager/Coordinator and participate in team meetings and other events.
  • Contribute to Monthly Reports, data management, file maintenance and contact notes as required.
  • Understand and communicate employers’ hiring requirements and assist in suggesting training options to increase clients’ chances of securing employment.
  • Assist in the organization and promotion of events, such as job fairs, employers’ spotlights, career cafés and other program activities.
  • Participate in community committees and promote the MCG programs, serving as a knowledgeable and respected member of the MCG team.
  • Work with team to meet program targets of intake, placements, completers, and 90-day follow-up.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

  • Post-secondary education in Human Services, Business Development, Marketing, Sales or a relevant field.
  • Exceptional communication, problem-solving, negotiation and networking abilities.
  • Advanced computer skills.
  • Solid knowledge of the labour market, job boards and the hidden job market.
  • Consistent access to a reliable vehicle – much of this role is in the community.
  • Outreach and staffing/placement experience.
  • Creative and dynamic – able to use various marketing and engagement processes, including presenting, social media, B2B sales, print media.
  • Self-motivated.
  • Strong understanding of the hiring process and employee retention.

We thank all applicants for their interest in joining the MCG Careers’ team, however, only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted due to the expected volume of applicants.

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