Career Education And Co-Op Program Coordinator, College Of Engineering

Career Education and Co-op Program Coordinator, College of EngineeringSummaryThe career education and co-op programming coordinator oversees the centre and leads the development, evaluation, revision, and delivery of co-operative program courses and career-related materials. This role coordinates co-operative education and experiential learning programs while supporting the creation and accreditation of new initiatives, including a master’s co-op program. It establishes and delivers career advising services and opportunities for undergraduate and graduate engineering students. This position collaborates with academic leaders, faculty, industry partners, and external stakeholders to align programming with strategic priorities and labour market demands. It contributes to student outreach, engagement, and success within a high-volume, student-centered environment. This role also monitors program outcomes and adapts programming to meet evolving institutional and industry needs.
Duties and Responsibilities
Develops and submits proposals for new co-operative education programs, including policies, procedures, and resource plans.
Secures accreditation for co-operative education programs through relevant governing bodies.
Designs and leads the creation, revision, and delivery of co-operative courses and career programming.
Integrates equity, diversity, and inclusion principles into program design and delivery.
Oversees and operates the centre, including programming, budgeting, and reporting.
Establishes and coordinates experiential learning and work-integrated learning initiatives.
Identifies labour market trends and incorporates industry needs into program improvements.
Builds partnerships with faculty, industry, and external organizations for program delivery and engagement.
Supervises teaching assistants, including hiring, training, assigning duties, and evaluating performance.
Develops and delivers workshops, sessions, and instructional materials for students.
Coordinates course delivery activities, including content preparation, grading systems, and learning platforms.
Provides one‑on‑one career advising and supports students in developing career plans and opportunities.
Conducts program evaluations and analyzes data to inform continuous improvement.
Liaises with academic teams and stakeholders to support program integration and collaboration.
Monitors budgets and allocates resources to support programming and operations.
Maintains and updates co-operative program content and career‑related resources.
Supports accreditation and reporting requirements related to professional engineering organizations.
Oversees outreach, engagement, and student‑focused initiatives within the college.
Communicates and acts in a respectful and professional manner, collaborates effectively, abides by policy, and contributes to a positive and productive work and learning environment.
Qualifications
A bachelor’s degree in engineering or a related field.
Registration or eligibility to register as a Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) with the Association of Professional Engineers and Geoscientists of Saskatchewan (APEGS) is preferred.
Minimum of five years of experience in teaching, instructional support, or engineering education.
Experience supervising and training teaching assistants and working with students in academic or career‑focused settings.
Experience with e‑learning technologies and online course delivery, as well as managing work‑integrated learning or experiential programs are assets.
Familiarity with engineering‑related technologies and learning systems.
Familiarity with engineering academic programs and university environments is an asset.
Ability to support engineering students with career development and employment opportunities.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
Ability to plan, maintain, and prioritize multiple projects and budgets.
Effective judgment, professionalism, discretion, and confidentiality practices.
Ability to conduct research, analyze data, and interpret labour market trends.
Strong organizational skills with high attention to detail.
Ability to work effectively both independently and collaboratively in a team.
Proficient computer skills, including Microsoft Office applications and media tools such as Adobe Premiere Pro.
Department:
College of EngineeringStatus:
Term 1 year with the possibility of extension or becoming permanentEmployment Group:
ASPAFull Time Equivalent (FTE):
1.0Salary:
The salary range, based on 1.0 FTE, is $69,035.00 - 107,868.00 per annum. The starting salary will be commensurate with education and experience.Salary Family (if applicable):
InstructionalSalary Phase/Band:
Phase 2Posted Date:
10/26/2026Closing Date:
11/9/2026 at 6:00 pm CSTNumber of Openings:
1Work Location:
On Campus
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