Employer Relations Coordinator at Dalhousie University

Position Information

Position Title

Employer Relations Coordinator

Research Project

Department/Unit

Work-Integrated Learning & Co-operative Education (WIL Co-op)

Location

Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada

Posting Number

S246-26

Employee Group

DPMG

Position Type

Term

Duration of Contract (if applicable)

See note section

Employment Type

Full Time

Full-time Equivalency (FTE)

1.0

Salary

$63,337 - $84,730 per annum

Classification

ADM-05

Provisional Statement

This is a provisional classification. Formal regular review classification procedures may be initiated at any time by the incumbent or supervisor after the incumbent has worked a minimum of six months in the role.

About Dalhousie University

Dalhousie University is Atlantic Canada’s leading research-intensive university and a driver of the region’s intellectual, social and economic development. Located in the heart of Halifax, Nova Scotia, with an Agricultural Campus in Truro/Bible Hill, Dalhousie is a truly national and international university, with more than half of our almost 21,000 students coming from outside of the province. Our 6,000 faculty and staff foster a vibrant, purpose-driven community, that celebrated 200 years of academic excellence in 2018.

Job Summary

The Work‑Integrated Learning & Co‑operative Education at Dalhousie University is responsible for securing and managing quality work term opportunities for almost 2,000+ students annually in 27 Co-op and Work-Integrated Learning (WIL) programs across four faculties and a college. Reporting to the Employer Relations Manager, the Employer Relations Coordinator will build and manage employer and community partnerships to create Co-op and Work-Integrated learning opportunities for Dalhousie students. The role focuses on employer outreach, recruitment support, relationship management, student work term success, and organizing employer engagement events to strengthen industry connections and enhance student employment outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and manage strategic relationships with employers and community partners to create high-quality Co-op and Work-Integrated learning opportunities for students.
• Conduct employer outreach, prospecting, account management, and pipeline development to expand hiring opportunities across public, private, and not-for-profit sectors.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to employers by providing guidance on recruitment strategies, talent pipelines, compensation practices, funding programs, and student hiring.
• Support employers throughout the recruitment cycle, including job development, job postings, onboarding, work-term planning, and student work term success.
• Monitor and support student work experiences through employer engagement, workplace issue resolution, partnership management, and tracking of learning outcomes and program quality.
• Lead employer engagement, networking, marketing, and promotional initiatives while representing Dalhousie University at industry events, conferences, and community events.

Note

There are two term positions available, one two-year and one eighteen-month. Candidates are asked to indicate in their application if they have a preference of term length.

The successful applicant will be eligible for hybrid work (combination of in-person work on campus and remote work from within Nova Scotia) as agreed by all parties based on operational requirements and university guidelines.

Required Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree with three to five years’ related experience (or an equivalent combination of education and experience).
• Demonstrated experience in employer relations, business development, sales, recruitment, workforce development, or partnership management.
• Experience building and maintaining relationships with diverse stakeholders, including employers, industry partners, and community organizations.
• Strong knowledge of recruitment practices, employer engagement strategies, and relationship management principles.
• Proficiency with Microsoft 365, CRM systems, and other digital tools used for outreach, reporting, and stakeholder management.
• Excellent communication, networking, consulting, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.

Assets

• Experience working in Work-Integrated Learning (WIL), Co-operative Education, career services, or in a post-secondary environment.
• Knowledge of labour market trends, workforce development, and employer talent acquisition strategies.
• Experience in sales, account management, lead generation, and business development.
• Familiarity with university policies, external funding programs, wage subsidies, and partnership or sponsorship opportunities.

Job Competencies

The successful candidate is expected to demonstrate proficiency in Dalhousie’s core and leadership competencies, in particular:

• Respect & Inclusion
• Knowledge & Thinking Skills
• Communication
• Service
• Self-Awareness & Professionalism

Additional Information

Dalhousie University supports a healthy and balanced lifestyle. Our total compensation package includes a defined benefit pension plan, health and dental plans, a health spending account, an employee and family assistance program and a tuition assistance program.

Application Consideration

Applications from current university employees and external candidates are assessed concurrently. Current university employees will be given special consideration.

We sincerely appreciate all applications and note that only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted directly by the hiring department or People and Culture.

Diversity Statement

Dalhousie University commits to achieving inclusive excellence through continually championing equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility. The university encourages applications from Indigenous Peoples of Turtle Island (especially Mi’kmaq), persons of Black/African descent (especially African Nova Scotians), and members of other racialized groups, persons with disabilities, women, persons identifying as members of 2SLGBTQIA+ communities, and all candidates who would contribute to the diversity of our community. In accordance with our Employment Equity Policy, preference will be given in hiring processes to candidates who self-identify as members of one or more of the equity-deserving groups listed above. For more information, including details related to our Employment Equity Policy and Plan and definitions of equity-deserving groups please review our Employment Equity information.

If you require any support for the purpose of accommodation, such as technical aids or alternative arrangements, please let us know of these needs and how we can be of assistance. Dalhousie University is committed to ensuring all candidates have full, fair, and equitable participation in the hiring process. Our complete Accommodation Policy can be viewed here.

Posting Detail Information

Number of Vacancies

2 - One 2-year Term, One 18-month Term

Open Date

08/04/2026

Close Date

08/28/2026

Open Until Filled

No

Special Instructions to Applicant

Quick Link for Direct Access to Posting https://dal.peopleadmin.ca/postings/21905