Discovery Community College

Discovery Community College is seeking a Student Services Placement & Employment Coordinator to support students from admissions through to graduation, with a focus on practicum placements and employment outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

Practicum Coordination & Student Support

• Manage and coordinate student practicum placements from initial preparation through completion
• Maintain and actively update practicum tracking systems (e.g., shared Excel master lists and databases)
• Monitor student readiness for practicum, including reviewing submissions (e.g., interest forms, required documentation)
• Schedule and coordinate interviews between students and host organizations
• Track placement progress, pending documentation, and follow-up requirements
• Document detailed student notes, interactions, and placement updates to support continuity and team collaboration
• Identify and prioritize urgent placement needs (e.g., students approaching deadlines

• Build and maintain relationships with community partners and host organizations
• Match students with suitable practicum opportunities based on program requirements and availability
• Share employer/host information with internal teams to ensure smooth placement transitions and coverage
• Support development of new practicum opportunities where required

Student Advising & Employment Support

• Provide students with labour market information, including job opportunities and skill requirements
• Support students with employment readiness, including interview coordination and guidance
• Assist in improving student outcomes through consistent engagement and follow-ups

Administrative & Operational Duties

• Maintain accurate, detailed records of all practicum and placement activities
• Use internal systems, MS Office tools, and customized databases to track and report on student progress
• Organize and support student events and engagement activities on campus
• Communicate regularly with internal teams to ensure alignment on timelines, priorities, and outstanding items
• Support transition planning and knowledge sharing (e.g., documenting processes, maintaining centralized resources)

What You Bring

• Experience in practicum coordination, scheduling, or employment counselling (preferred)
• Strong organizational and multitasking skills in a fast-paced environment
• Advanced MS Office skills (especially Excel, Outlook)
• Excellent communication and attention to detail
• Ability to manage deadlines and shifting priorities independently