About Us: For over 40 years, Immigrant Services Calgary has been an integral part of the Calgary community, working to make a meaningful difference in the lives of newcomers. Through our work, we ensure families and individuals have the support they need to successfully begin a new chapter of their lives in Canada. We continually innovate in our work, reimagining and transforming the newcomer experience to make it easier for our clients to access the support they need to thrive. We collaborate with partner agencies, governments, organizations, and community advocates, to help immigrants and refugees build thriving lives in our community. Immigrant Services Calgary helps over 10,000 newcomers each year, connecting them to programs and services to unleash their potential. Our Vision: Unleashing the economic, social, and civic potential of clients. Our Mission: Connecting newcomers to the right service at the right agency every time. The Position: Immigrant Services Calgary’s Language Assessment & Referral Centre (CLARC) is looking for a full-time assessor to work in-person in various Calgary locations. The position would work 37.5h/week. Duties and Responsibilities: Support the language assessment and referral services model and ensure maintenance of operating standards and protocols at the assigned assessment locations in Calgary. Administer CLB standardized tests (in-person) to assess the language skills of eligible clients Provide thorough needs assessments of clients applying for language programs Ensure clients are advised on all appropriate language training options that meet their needs, goals, and preferences Provide referrals of clients to appropriate programs through established protocols Enter required data into centralized data base and ensure accuracy of data input according to funders’ requirement Maintain client records according to approved office procedures. Participate, where possible, and represent the Calgary Language Assessment & Referral Centre in the events and activities of relevant professional associations such as ATESL and others Assist with the general task work necessary to the smooth functioning of the Centre Required Qualifications: Post-secondary degree in linguistics, modern languages or English or completion of TESL training program from a college or university; minimum of 100 hours and practicum Successful experience in teaching ESL/LINC to adults for at least 300 hours (in Canada) Qualifications and Skills: Valid CLBPT/CLBA certification an asset Knowledge of CLB demonstrated through use of and/or participation in CLB workshops an asset Demonstrated assessment/interviewing experience in the Adult Education field Proficiency with online videoconferencing technology Ability to work flexible shift schedule including some evenings and weekends Able to work remotely (online) when required Valid driver’s license Conditional offer of employment contingent upon successful completion of relevant training and certification (to be arranged for successful candidates). How to Apply: Please name your cover letter/resume file using the format: First and Last Name – Position Title (e.g., Jill Smith – Newcomer Language Specialist) The position will remain open until a suitable candidate is found. Note: We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those candidates selected for interviews will be contacted. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability. Accommodations for job applicants with disabilities are available on request. We are honoured to work on the traditional territories of the people of the Treaty 7 region in Southern Alberta, which includes the Blackfoot Confederacy (comprising the Siksika, Piikani, and Kainai First Nations), as well as the Tsuut’ina First Nation, and the Stoney Nakoda (including the Chiniki, Bearspaw, and Goodstoney First Nations). The City of Calgary is also home to Métis Nation of Alberta, Region III.