Part-Time Co-op and Career Service Representative (6 Month Contract)

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Department:

Student Talent Development

Position Type:

Part-Time Support

Salary Range:

$24.93-$29.00-Hourly

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

24

Anticipated Start Date:

August 17, 2026

Length of Contract:

6 Months

Posting Information

This job posting is now accepting applications from all qualified individuals.

Posting Closing Date:

July 29, 2026

Please note: jobs are posted until 11:59 pm on the job closing date.

Land Acknowledgment:

Algonquin College campuses in Ottawa and Pembroke are located on the traditional unceded, and unsurrendered territory of the Anishinàbe Algonquin People. The Algonquin People have inhabited and cared for these lands since time immemorial. We take this time to express our gratitude and respect to them and to the land for all that it has provided and will continue to provide.

Job Description:

Reporting to the Manager, Student Talent Development, the part-time Co-op and Career Service Representative delivers front line reception and client services and provides administrative and program support to the Co-op and Career Centre.

The incumbent serves as the first point of contact for the students and partners of the Co-op and Career Centre, and is responsible for responding to inquiries from internal and external stakeholders, welcoming employers and partners to campus, and overseeing a smooth experience for students and employers accessing services. The incumbent receives incoming telephone calls, e-mails and walk-in inquiries, responding to a variety of general and specific questions about the Co-op and Career Centre. Based on student or employer inquiries, the incumbent may need to provide general navigation support to another College services/departments.

This position serves as a primary contact for Algonquin College students, and an extensive list of internal and external stakeholders. The incumbent facilitates regular communications with key internal stakeholders, including the Registrar’s Office, Academic Departments, and the International Education Centre. Often the first point of contact for the Co-op and Career Centre or the College, the incumbent conducts themselves in a professional manner and ensures inquiries/requests are forwarded to the appropriate person/area and/or responded to in a timely manner. The incumbent works closely with Co-op and Career Centre staff, students, and provides administrative and clerical support to the Manager, Student Talent Development and Manager, External Engagement and Partnerships.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provides reception services and front-line support to clients accessing services in the Co-op and Career Centre

• Provides administrative and clerical support to the Co-op and Career Centre

• Supporting departmental activities, programs, and services

• Other Duties as Assigned

Required Qualifications:

• Two (2) Year Diploma in Office Administration, Business Marketing, Public Relations, Career Development, Human Resources, or a related field

• Computer software skills, including strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel, Teams) and use/management of client databases and/or Customer Relationship Management (CRM) software

• Exceptional client service skills, including the ability to set a positive, professional tone in all interactions with all clients, while maintaining a high degree of confidentiality

• Minimum of three (3) years practical experience in a fast-paced, “high demand” client-service setting in an educational institution or equivalent experience in a similar setting, including:

  • Work experience in a complex detail-oriented, customer service driven computerized office environment

  • Demonstrated ability to multi-task and possess a high attention to detail (organize time and work within workload demands) including:

    • Daily delivery of front-line client service

    • Addressing client service issues/needs

    • Ability to look up information and generate reports in Excel and other online tools

    • Calendar/scheduling management

  • Experience in Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, Excel, Teams, PowerPoint), online video conferencing software (Zoom, Teams), and scheduling software

* This position is paid at Payband Technologist C

* Vacancy for P18777

* Anticipated Schedule: Monday to Thursday: 8:00AM-2:30PM

* This position requires regular on-site work at Algonquin College's Woodroffe Campus

Why Join Algonquin College?

• Compensation: Many roles offer a competitive base salary and comprehensive benefits, including health, dental, and retirement plans designed to support your well-being. Eligibility for benefits vary by position. Benefits | Careers

• Learning and Development Opportunities: Access to training, tuition assistance programs (Algonquin College Courses and Degree Completion), certifications, workshops, and professional courses that allow you to grow and advance in your career. About Us | Employee Learning and Development. Availability depends on role and employment status.

• Company Culture: Our values of caring, learning, integrity, and respect define how we interact with one another. We foster a supportive and collaborative environment. Algonquin College has been recognized by Forbes as one of Canada’s Best Employers for 2025 and one of Canada’s Best Employers for Diversity for 2024

• Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Accessibility (IDEA): We are proud to be the first Ontario college to implement an Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion policy, fostering an inclusive workplace where all employees feel respected and valued. Affinity Group Conversation Communities | Inclusion & Diversity & Truth and Reconciliation

• Flexible Work Arrangement Policy. Select positions are eligible for hybrid work in accordance with the College’s Flexible Work Arrangement Policy https://www.algonquincollege.com/policies/hr26/ (subject to change).

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Accessibility:

Algonquin College values diversity and is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable, and culturally respectful workplace. We offer an inclusive work environment and encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds, including Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, members of racialized groups, and individuals from diverse communities. If you require accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact the Human Resources department at humanresources@algonquincollege.com. While we thank all those who apply, only those to be interviewed will be contacted.