Program and Campus Administrator

Georgian is more than just an employer – we're a community. With multiple campuses located across Central Ontario, Georgian College offers rewarding employment opportunities in academics, administration, research, and more. We take pride in working alongside a dynamic team of student-focused educators, dedicated supporters, and passionate advocates. Together, we can advance our mission to inspire innovation, transform lives, and connect communities through the power of education.

Our exciting work environment offers the opportunity to learn and grow, while collaborating in a team-oriented culture that promotes equity, diversity, inclusion and belonging. Together, we deliver unrivaled experiences for our students, employees and the communities we serve. Read our 2025-2030 strategic plan.

If you share our energy and passion, please consider joining Team Georgian.

The Owen Sound Campus offers a wide variety of programs, in a community that offers everything students need, the ability to connect with staff and faculty, as well as provides a personalize approach to education. Reporting to the Campus Principal, the incumbent works collaboratively with the departments delivering programs and services across our multiple campuses to ensure operational excellence.

Position Overview:

We’re seeking a dedicated administrative professional who will play a critical role in overseeing the campuses’ day to day operations, specific programs and liaise with specific community partners. This position will have oversight for programs on both the Owen Sound and South Georgian Bay campuses. If you are passionate about office management and thrive in a collaborative inclusive environment, this is the role for you.

Job Details:

Job posting date: November 5, 2026 Department: Owen Sound Location: Owen Sound Campus -hybrid work environment Classification: Administration Employment Type: Full-Time Hours of Work: 37.5 hours per week Salary Range: PB 8: $70,653.00-$88,315.00

Key Responsibilities:  

Day to Day Operations

• Scheduling direct reporting staff for shifts and special events, monitoring work, orientation to campus operations for new staff in departments
• Recruiting, training and supervising staff, including performance management and scheduling professional development
• Monitor budgets, identifies variances and makes recommendations to support the operational needs of the location 
• Completing reporting for departments at the College and maintaining maintenance schedules (i.e. health & safety, facilities operations, lab maintenance)
• Providing first point of contact for staff onsite regarding campus procedures and logistics inquiries, as it relates to daily problem-solving as needed for situations that arise operationally
• Identifying, preparing and communicating successes at the campus to the broader College on a regular basis

• Acts as the first point of contact in case of emergency after hours (evenings & weekends), including decision-making for unscheduled campus closures needed

  
  
  Non-post secondary Programs

• Creating timelines and setting targets for projects ensuring compliance with the agreements; administering and tracking project budget expenditures 
• Overseeing the promotion for non-post secondary programs in the community, setting targets for outreach coordination to support program needs
• Providing narrative and statistical reports ensuring compliance with reporting requirements in accordance with the funder
• Monitoring progress of the program and services delivered against funder targets, milestones and objectives.

• Evaluating project success and recommending changes as necessary to ensure targets are achieved.

  Community Relations

• Sit on working groups, committees and networks representing the College internally and externally (i.e. Special projects, Open House, Planning Committees for special community events)
• Maintaining relationships with internal departments, community partners, and stakeholders that support the student-experience
• Provide coordination and oversee implementation of new initiatives at the College sites (i.e. Campuses)
• First-point of contact for rental of space requests, offsite location leases, etc
• Representing the college and the program at various events and on planning groups (i.e. community planning groups that serve the targeted population including events, job fairs, etc.)
• Administrator back up for other Campuses, as needed

Qualifications:

• Successfully completed a three-year diploma / degree in Business Administration, Office Administration, or related field. 
• Minimum three years of experience of management/leadership experience, preferably within a public sector environment with stringent budget and financial accountabilities
• Knowledge of Banner and other Financial Systems would be considered an asset. 
• Ability to develop and maintain internal/external relationships
• Experience developing and managing new projects/initiatives
• Demonstrated leadership experience of a diverse group of partners.
• Experience in budget management and report writing
• Experience with developing business proposals
• Development of operational initiatives in response to strategic plans
• Experience supervising a work group with remote work arrangements and multiple sites is considered an asset
• Experience working with community groups and agencies with a focus on partnership development and relationship building that supports strategic goals
• Health and Safety designation would be an asset
• Event management experience
• Strong interpersonal skills to manage support staff and work with staff from different departments.
• Excellent communication and conflict resolution skills.

Why Work with Us?

Georgian’s multiple campuses are in some of the most sought-after areas in Central Ontario. Our campuses play important roles in each of these communities, serving as centers for academic, social, and cultural activities, and contributing to the social and economic well-being of the areas.

In addition to a rewarding career, here are some of the other benefits offered to full-time employees of Georgian College:

• We offer a competitive compensation rate, comprehensive benefits plan and a generous vacation policy as well as CAAT defined-benefit pension plan which includes fully matched contributions.
• A tuition reimbursement program that offers reduced course fees for college staff and their dependents. 
• A holiday shut down period that allows employees to rest and relax with family and friends. 
• A flex work program for most positions allowing employees the flexibility of working both on campus and remotely.  
• All Georgian Employees have access to the EFAP:  Employees and their family members can call the program 24/7 for completely confidential support, information, and assistance.
• Campus Safety Services:  Georgian is committed to providing a safe, respectful and inclusive environment through the delivery of professional health and safety, security, parking, emergency management, conflict resolution and investigative services.

For a more in depth look at what Georgian has to offer, check out our website.

Are you ready to Experience Georgian?

If this opportunity matches your interest and experience, please apply online at: https://www.georgiancollege.ca/about-georgian/career-opportunities/ quoting Competition #74-26 by 11:59 pm on November 19, 2026. We thank all applicants; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Georgian College supports diversity, equity and a workplace free from harassment and discrimination and is committed to an inclusive, barrier-free environment. We invite applications from all qualified candidates and actively encourage applications from members of groups with historical and/or current barriers to equity, including, but not limited to persons of Indigenous ancestry, racialized persons, persons with disabilities, women and members of the 2SLGBTQ+ community. If you are contacted to participate in the interview, please advise the coordinator of any accommodations needed with respect to any materials or processes used to ensure you have access to a fair and equitable process.

Alternate formats will be provided upon request throughout the recruitment and selection process.