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Employer Engagement Team Lead

​COMPETITION NUMBER: 1728
CLOSING DATE: June 18, 2026 @11:59 PM MDT

 

Work-Integrated Learning and Career Education Centre

 

Hey NQer! We’re excited to see you explore the opportunity to join the Work Integrated Learning and Career Education Centre (WILCEC) as an Employer Engagement Team Lead. Thank you for being a Difference Maker and working together in the spirit of wahkotowin (We are all related).

 

Reporting to the Associate Dean, Work Integrated Learning, this position plays a key leadership role in strengthening NorQuest’s connections with industry. You will lead and coordinate employer engagement activities that expand meaningful work-integrated learning and employment opportunities for students, while ensuring a high-quality, consistent experience for employer partners across the college.

 

This is a term role ending on April 30, 2027. 

 

HOW YOU'LL MAKE A DIFFERENCE

 

  • Lead and grow strategic relationships with industry partners to expand opportunities for work-integrated learning (WIL), employment, and student engagement
  • Plan, organize, and execute high-impact employer engagement activities such as Career Fairs, Career Days, on-campus recruitment, panels, and workshops
  • Oversee and enhance NorQuest’s job board by increasing employer participation and postings, while promoting its use across the WILCEC team
  • Lead Program Advisory Committee (PAC) engagement, ensuring effective planning, meaningful participation, and alignment with accreditation and program needs
  • Standardize and streamline PAC processes and materials to ensure a consistent, professional experience across programs
  • Collaborate with Program Chairs, internal partners, and external stakeholders to strengthen connections between programs and industry
  • Provide strategic advice and insights to WILCEC leadership on industry trends, engagement approaches, and partnership opportunities
  • Ensure compliance with agreements and program requirements, while supporting reporting, accreditation, and data analysis activities
  • Lead and support a team including the Employer Engagement Coordinator and administrative staff, providing coaching and mentorship
  • Contribute to WILCEC and college-wide goals through collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement

 

WHAT YOU BRING

  • Bachelor’s degree in a related field (Master’s preferred)
  • 3–5 years of experience in a post-secondary, recruitment, or employer engagement environment
  • Strong understanding of employability skills, career development strategies, and industry engagement practices
  • Proven ability to build partnerships and deliver results using an entrepreneurial, relationship-focused approach
  • Experience planning and delivering events, committees, or large-scale engagement initiatives
  • Exceptional communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills
  • Strong organizational skills with attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities
  • High level of professionalism to represent the NorQuest brand
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively
  • Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel to employer locations

 

WHAT MAKES YOU A DIFFERENCE MAKER?

As a difference maker you bring experience in: 

 

  • You think strategically and act with a future-focused mindset
  • You take initiative, execute plans, and deliver measurable results
  • You build meaningful relationships and collaborate effectively with diverse partners
  • You lead with curiosity, innovation, and a willingness to try new approaches
  • You are committed to developing people, strengthening teams, and contributing to a culture of excellence
  • You exercise sound judgement and represent the college with professionalism

 

AUPE Band Level 10 | Team Lead III | $79,118 - $102,737 reflective upon what you bring AKA your education and experience. This is a full time, term position with the Alberta Union of Provincial Employees (AUPE). For more information regarding the AUPE Collective Agreement, please check out this link.  

 

 

 

We offer flexible work options. We strive for balance between a flexible work environment, connectedness to the campus community, and ensuring NorQuesters are set up to succeed in their roles and responsibilities.

 

Additional Information: Pre-Employment Checks will be completed to assess the candidate’s suitability for a role. These checks may include (but are not limited to): references, criminal record check, academic verification, etc.

For applicants who have completed post-secondary studies from outside of Canada, it is recommended they obtain an assessment of their credentials from a recognized Canadian Credential Evaluator, such as:

We encourage applicants to include the assessment certificate as part of their application.

This competition may be used to fill future vacancies, across NorQuest College, at the same or lower classification level.

 

Our Commitment to Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion: We're on a journey to become an inclusive, anti-racist, and decolonized organization. NorQuesters are trailblazers – we are curious, creative, and innovative - our lived experiences are honoured, creating accessibility and a sense of belonging for everyone.

NorQuest 2030 We Are Who We Include shares our strength and difference comes from who is included, and along with our students we are learning and growing to listen deeply and say what we feel.

NorQuest College is committed to being an employer of choice for First Nations, Métis, and Inuit people by recognizing, respecting, and supporting Indigenous people's self-determination through the institution’s work in decolonization, reconciliation, and Indigenization.

 

Accessibility: At NorQuest, we are who we include. We strive to provide access and accommodation throughout the recruitment, application, and selection process. We want to create opportunities for you to confidently be your authentic self. If you would like an accommodation at any stage of the process, please reach out to Careers@norquest.ca.

 

Apply to Become a NorQuester: If this opportunity delights you and your expertise will shine in this role, we invite you to apply for this position online by uploading your resume and cover letter combined as one document.

 

PSST: Only candidates shortlisted for an interview will be contacted and we’ll make sure to do this within 28 days of the closing date.

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