Employment Placement Specialist TRT

Employment Placement Specialist – Trades Ready Training

Fixed Term (until December 31, 2027), Full-Time | Hybrid – Edmonton

We thank all applicants for their interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

About the Role

The Employment Placement Specialist – Trades Ready Training (TRT) supports participants in securing employment and training opportunities aligned with their skills, experience, and career goals. This role focuses on employer engagement, job development, and individualized employment support, connecting participants to sustainable employment within trades and related sectors.

Working closely with employers, industry partners, and internal program teams, the Employment Placement Specialist builds strong relationships, identifies labour market opportunities, and supports participants throughout their job search and early employment journey.

This role is community-facing and includes regular travel to employer sites, events, and partner locations, as well as occasional evenings and weekends.

About the TRT Program

Trades Ready Training (TRT) supports newcomers and equity-seeking individuals in preparing for entry into skilled trades pathways. The program focuses on building foundational skills, workplace readiness, and industry awareness while connecting participants to training, certifications, and employment opportunities.

TRT integrates hands-on learning, classroom instruction, and coordinated supports to help participants navigate pathways into trades careers with confidence.

What You’ll Do

• Develop and maintain strong relationships with employers, industry associations, and training providers to understand hiring needs and workforce trends.


• Conduct employer outreach to identify job opportunities, apprenticeships, and training pathways aligned with participant skills.


• Promote the TRT program and represent participant strengths to employers to support inclusive hiring.


• Match participants to appropriate employment, apprenticeship, and training opportunities based on readiness and career goals.


• Provide individualized employment support including job search strategies, interview preparation, and workplace readiness coaching.


• Conduct ongoing follow-up with participants to support job retention, workplace integration, and long-term success.


• Support employers with recruitment activities including candidate referrals, screening, and interview coordination.


• Organize and participate in job fairs, hiring events, employer sessions, and community outreach activities.


• Monitor workplace suitability and support safe, respectful, and inclusive employment environments.


• Maintain accurate records of employer contacts, job leads, placements, and outcomes for reporting and tracking purposes.

What It Takes

• Strong relationship-building and employer engagement skills.


• Ability to identify job opportunities and align them with participant skills and readiness.


• Strong understanding of labour market trends, particularly within trades or related sectors.


• Ability to support clients through job search, career planning, and early employment challenges.


• Strong communication and interpersonal skills across diverse audiences.


• Organizational skills with strong documentation and follow-through.


• Ability to work independently while collaborating within a team.


• Adaptability, initiative, and problem-solving skills in dynamic environments.


• Client-centred and culturally responsive approach to service delivery.

What You Bring

We recognize that skills and experience are developed through a combination of education, experience, and practical application.

• Experience in employment services, job development, recruitment, workforce development, or career counselling.


• Experience conducting employer outreach and building employer partnerships.


• Experience supporting unemployed, underemployed, newcomer, or equity-seeking clients.


• Knowledge of labour market information, workforce trends, and employment pathways within trades or related sectors.


• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with employers, community stakeholders, and service providers.


• Strong communication, organizational, and client service skills.


• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams) and digital tools.


• Ability to manage multiple priorities and maintain accurate documentation and follow-up.

Preferred / Asset Qualifications

• Post-secondary education in career development, human resources, business, social sciences, education, or a related field.


• Career Development Certificate, CCDP designation, or related training.


• Experience supporting newcomer, immigrant, or equity-seeking populations.


• Ability to communicate in a second language.


• Valid Class 5 driver’s licence and access to reliable transportation.

About the Newcomer Centre

Since 1981, the Newcomer Centre has helped thousands of newcomers build meaningful lives in Edmonton and across Alberta. Our programs support people in learning English, finding work, and connecting with their community. We believe every person deserves the opportunity to belong, contribute, and thrive.

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Our Commitment to Equity and Inclusion

We are committed to creating an inclusive and accessible workplace where everyone belongs. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and lived experiences, including newcomers, refugees, Indigenous, Black, racialized, 2SLGBTQIA+, and other equity-seeking communities.

Skills and experience can be gained in many ways.

If your path looks different from what’s listed but aligns with the purpose of this role, we encourage you to apply.