Full-time Administrative Assistant to the Registrar
About the role
Please Note: If you are a current Algonquin College employee, apply to this job via the Workday application.
Department:
Registrar
Position Type:
Full-Time Support
Salary Range:
$31.05-$35.99-Hourly
Scheduled Weekly Hours:
36.25
Anticipated Start Date:
August 18, 2025
Length of Contract:
N/A
Posting Information
Support Staff employees, as defined by the full-time Support Staff Collective Agreement, will be given first consideration.
Posting Closing Date:
July 15, 2025
Please note: jobs are posted until 11:59 pm on the job closing date.
Job Description:
Reporting directly to the Registrar, the incumbent is accountable for contributing to the effectiveness of the Registrar’s office and for providing support to the administrative team and the division (hereinafter referred to as the Registrar’s Office or RO). The incumbent proactively administers the office work cycles and anticipates the needs of the Registrar, is the first point of contact in the Division, and also provides administrative and communications support to the Associate Registrars. Responsibilities include providing a wide variety of administrative and executive support to the Registrar’s Office Team including the efficient day-to-day operation of the Registrar’s Office performing a wide range of secretarial, administrative, and clerical duties.
The incumbent prepares and coordinates the submission of various reports and transmittals to the Algonquin College Executive Team, the Algonquin College Leadership Team, Deans and Directors Council, and Cross-College Committees. The incumbent coordinates timelines, tasks and requirements related to committee reporting and is responsible for supporting the Registrar’s ongoing review schedule and planning for related college policies.
The incumbent has total familiarity with the Registrar’s Office and is able to dialogue effectively with a wide variety of clients and employees, as well as with representatives from other colleges, local school boards and Ministry officials.
Required Qualifications:
-
Minimum two (2) year diploma in Office Administration, Office Administration - Executive, or equivalent;
-
Minimum of at least five (5) years of relevant administrative assistant experience; three (3) years of which should be supporting senior level management as well as experience interacting with students, and experience in a non-routine, fast-paced office environment;
-
Experience in writing routine correspondence and in developing and drafting reports. Experience managing simultaneous deadline with minimal supervision;
-
Candidate must have demonstrated working progressively independently in responsible positions, some of which should be at a postsecondary organization, and demonstrated the following required qualifications:
-
Excellent interpersonal skills;
-
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills;
-
Well-developed verbal and writing skills to effectively communicate with staff;
-
Highly developed minute taking, writing and publishing skills with attention to detail;
-
Very effective organization and time management skills; ability to multi-task and prioritize;
-
Good knowledge of College programs, academic, administrative and organizational structures including the college decision-making process;
-
Proven team player;
-
Advanced proficiency with SharePoint, Teams and MS Office Suite, Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Some knowledge of Word Press, Visio, Access and Project would be an asset.
-
This position is paid at Payband F
-
Vacancy for P01179
This position is subject to the terms of the Full-Time Support Staff Collective Agreement:
https://www.algonquincollege.com/hr/files/2024/01/SSCollectiveAgreementCurrent_E-1.pdf
This position requires regular on-site work at Algonquin College’s Woodroffe (Ottawa) Campus.
Algonquin College values diversity and is an equal opportunity employer. We offer an inclusive work environment and encourage applications from all qualified individuals. 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.
About Algonquin College of Applied Arts and Technology
Algonquin’s success in numbers:
- 90% of graduates have jobs within six months of graduation
- 96% of graduates would recommend Algonquin to others
- 92% of employers are happy with the quality of Algonquin programs
Situated across three beautiful campuses in Ottawa, Pembroke and Perth, Algonquin provides an extensive range of hands-on learning programs, offering degrees, advanced diplomas, diplomas, graduate certificates and certificates.
As the largest college in eastern Ontario, we continue to expand our facilities — with four major new buildings in three years — accommodating an ever-growing student population, supported by innovative technologies, unique programs, and experienced professors with a passion for applied learning.
Our ‘Fourth Campus’ is the limitless, virtual territory of online studies and support.
If you’re ready to start a career, or enhance the one you have, the Centre for Continuing and Online Learning gives you options:
Full-time Online If you’re a self-directed and committed learner, full-time online programs give you an alternate, flexible way to achieve a diploma or certificate.
Part- time Online Part-time online learning allows you to work around your busy schedule from your own home, or anywhere.
Part-time On Campus For some students, learning is easier face-to-face. Studying part-time on campus is all about gaining skills through hands-on experience in specialized labs.
Full-time Administrative Assistant to the Registrar
About the role
Please Note: If you are a current Algonquin College employee, apply to this job via the Workday application.
Department:
Registrar
Position Type:
Full-Time Support
Salary Range:
$31.05-$35.99-Hourly
Scheduled Weekly Hours:
36.25
Anticipated Start Date:
August 18, 2025
Length of Contract:
N/A
Posting Information
Support Staff employees, as defined by the full-time Support Staff Collective Agreement, will be given first consideration.
Posting Closing Date:
July 15, 2025
Please note: jobs are posted until 11:59 pm on the job closing date.
Job Description:
Reporting directly to the Registrar, the incumbent is accountable for contributing to the effectiveness of the Registrar’s office and for providing support to the administrative team and the division (hereinafter referred to as the Registrar’s Office or RO). The incumbent proactively administers the office work cycles and anticipates the needs of the Registrar, is the first point of contact in the Division, and also provides administrative and communications support to the Associate Registrars. Responsibilities include providing a wide variety of administrative and executive support to the Registrar’s Office Team including the efficient day-to-day operation of the Registrar’s Office performing a wide range of secretarial, administrative, and clerical duties.
The incumbent prepares and coordinates the submission of various reports and transmittals to the Algonquin College Executive Team, the Algonquin College Leadership Team, Deans and Directors Council, and Cross-College Committees. The incumbent coordinates timelines, tasks and requirements related to committee reporting and is responsible for supporting the Registrar’s ongoing review schedule and planning for related college policies.
The incumbent has total familiarity with the Registrar’s Office and is able to dialogue effectively with a wide variety of clients and employees, as well as with representatives from other colleges, local school boards and Ministry officials.
Required Qualifications:
-
Minimum two (2) year diploma in Office Administration, Office Administration - Executive, or equivalent;
-
Minimum of at least five (5) years of relevant administrative assistant experience; three (3) years of which should be supporting senior level management as well as experience interacting with students, and experience in a non-routine, fast-paced office environment;
-
Experience in writing routine correspondence and in developing and drafting reports. Experience managing simultaneous deadline with minimal supervision;
-
Candidate must have demonstrated working progressively independently in responsible positions, some of which should be at a postsecondary organization, and demonstrated the following required qualifications:
-
Excellent interpersonal skills;
-
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills;
-
Well-developed verbal and writing skills to effectively communicate with staff;
-
Highly developed minute taking, writing and publishing skills with attention to detail;
-
Very effective organization and time management skills; ability to multi-task and prioritize;
-
Good knowledge of College programs, academic, administrative and organizational structures including the college decision-making process;
-
Proven team player;
-
Advanced proficiency with SharePoint, Teams and MS Office Suite, Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Some knowledge of Word Press, Visio, Access and Project would be an asset.
-
This position is paid at Payband F
-
Vacancy for P01179
This position is subject to the terms of the Full-Time Support Staff Collective Agreement:
https://www.algonquincollege.com/hr/files/2024/01/SSCollectiveAgreementCurrent_E-1.pdf
This position requires regular on-site work at Algonquin College’s Woodroffe (Ottawa) Campus.
Algonquin College values diversity and is an equal opportunity employer. We offer an inclusive work environment and encourage applications from all qualified individuals. 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.
About Algonquin College of Applied Arts and Technology
Algonquin’s success in numbers:
- 90% of graduates have jobs within six months of graduation
- 96% of graduates would recommend Algonquin to others
- 92% of employers are happy with the quality of Algonquin programs
Situated across three beautiful campuses in Ottawa, Pembroke and Perth, Algonquin provides an extensive range of hands-on learning programs, offering degrees, advanced diplomas, diplomas, graduate certificates and certificates.
As the largest college in eastern Ontario, we continue to expand our facilities — with four major new buildings in three years — accommodating an ever-growing student population, supported by innovative technologies, unique programs, and experienced professors with a passion for applied learning.
Our ‘Fourth Campus’ is the limitless, virtual territory of online studies and support.
If you’re ready to start a career, or enhance the one you have, the Centre for Continuing and Online Learning gives you options:
Full-time Online If you’re a self-directed and committed learner, full-time online programs give you an alternate, flexible way to achieve a diploma or certificate.
Part- time Online Part-time online learning allows you to work around your busy schedule from your own home, or anywhere.
Part-time On Campus For some students, learning is easier face-to-face. Studying part-time on campus is all about gaining skills through hands-on experience in specialized labs.