Top Benefits
About the role
The Ontario Arts Council (OAC) is a publicly funded agency of Ontario’s Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Gaming. Since 1963, OAC has supported professional artists and arts organizations to benefit all Ontarians. Through grants, services, outreach, and partnerships, OAC fosters a vibrant and diverse arts ecosystem. We are committed to equity, diversity, accessibility, and inclusion, ensuring the arts remain vital to life, the economy, and community across the province.
SYSTEMS ADMINISTRATOR
**Deadline date for submissions:**Rolling deadline, until position is filled or April 3, 2026
Location of Position: Toronto
**Type of Position:**Unionized
No. of Vacancies: 1
Term: Temporary Full-Time for 6 months
Effective Date: April 2026
Remuneration: $31.20 - $43.63/hr + 4% vacation pay
Ontario Arts Councilis seeking a well-rounded Systems Administrator to provide technical support for a variety of systems and platforms, networks, software and hardware, and directly supports internal and external users by trouble-shooting issues and providing support for IS&T solutions.
This position suits someone who likes working collaboratively as a member of a small and mighty IS&T team, gets fulfillment from providing excellent customer service, and likes a variety of responsibilities.
-Note - there could be potential for other opportunities of interest, including permanent positions during the duration of this contract.
#KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Provide direct technical trouble-shooting support to staff and external system users through a variety of mechanisms, such as phone, in person, or via virtual meeting.
- Troubleshoot issues and develop solutions or workarounds. Proactively recommend measures to prevent future issues.
- Provide system administration for Microsoft 365 including Exchange, SharePoint, OneDrive, Teams, Intune, Entra ID (Azure AD), Defender, etc.
- Administer Active Directory accounts including login credentials, access rights and permissions, and security groups for network, applications, systems and services.
- Administer and configure servers, Active Directory, SSO, SSL(TLS), operating systems, virtual machines, Cloud services, etc.
- Configure and maintain network equipment including switch, router, firewall, VPN, access point, server, etc.
- Install, configure and upgrade desktop, laptop, printer, smartphone and other equipment including both software and hardware.
- Document technical incidents, system changes, user guides, and best practices.
- Assist IS&T team members in the completion of routine or simple requirements for configuration and maintenance of Grants Management System, website and other IT applications and systems.
- Participate in testing new or updated IT platforms, systems, applications, hardware, network, and cybersecurity technologies.
##QUALIFICATION CRITERIA
- 3+ years’ work experience in IT field as technical support, help desk or system administrator.
- Cloud Certification in Microsoft Azure is an asset.
- Intermediate knowledge of AWS, Azure, VMs, Single Sign On, MFA, etc.
- Proficient working knowledge of Windows desktop operating systems and Windows server systems.
- Intermediate knowledge of system customization and application development.
- At least one year of system administration experience with Microsoft 365 (Exchange, SharePoint, Teams, Entra ID/Azure AD, etc.)
- Experience installing and configuring hardware and software on Windows platforms.
- Infrastructure experience such as networking, TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, AD, Wi-Fi, and VPN.
- Work experience with grants management systems, processes and activities is an asset.
- Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills are required.
- Excellent communication and customer service skills in support of a diversity of contacts are required.
- Excellent verbal and written English, with bilingual proficiency in French an asset.
- Strong interpersonal skills and a good team player.
- Advanced organization skills and adept at multi-tasking.
- An aptitude to learn new technology quickly.
OAC recognizes that interested individuals may not meet all of the above qualifications and possess other relevant education, and professional and lived experience that would make them the right candidate. Applicants are invited to share this with us in their cover letter.
OAC is committed to building a skilled and diverse workforce. Applications from all interested individuals are welcome, and individuals from equity-deserving groups are encouraged to apply and indicate this in your application. OAC values a diversity of perspectives, ideas and lived experiences as an asset in serving Ontario’s arts community.
Interested individuals are invited to submit a cover letter and resume (please note that applications that do not include a cover letter will not be considered):
Mail: Ontario Arts Council, Human Resources Office, 121 Bloor Street East, 7th Floor, Toronto Ontario M4W 3M5
Online: Online Application Form
While we thank all candidates for their interest, only those selected for the interview will be contacted.
Please contact Human Resources at hr@arts.on.ca if you are unable to apply on-line and/or require accommodation during the recruitment process due to a disability.
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About ONTARIO ARTS COUNCIL
In 1962, several visionary Ontarians approached John Robarts, Premier of Ontario, with the idea of establishing a provincial arts council. This group, led by Arthur Gelber, represented the fledgling arts infrastructure that existed then in Ontario. On April 26, 1963, Bill 162 – the legislation setting up the arts council – was given its final reading in the Ontario Legislature, creating the Ontario Arts Council (OAC).
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Top Benefits
About the role
The Ontario Arts Council (OAC) is a publicly funded agency of Ontario’s Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Gaming. Since 1963, OAC has supported professional artists and arts organizations to benefit all Ontarians. Through grants, services, outreach, and partnerships, OAC fosters a vibrant and diverse arts ecosystem. We are committed to equity, diversity, accessibility, and inclusion, ensuring the arts remain vital to life, the economy, and community across the province.
SYSTEMS ADMINISTRATOR
**Deadline date for submissions:**Rolling deadline, until position is filled or April 3, 2026
Location of Position: Toronto
**Type of Position:**Unionized
No. of Vacancies: 1
Term: Temporary Full-Time for 6 months
Effective Date: April 2026
Remuneration: $31.20 - $43.63/hr + 4% vacation pay
Ontario Arts Councilis seeking a well-rounded Systems Administrator to provide technical support for a variety of systems and platforms, networks, software and hardware, and directly supports internal and external users by trouble-shooting issues and providing support for IS&T solutions.
This position suits someone who likes working collaboratively as a member of a small and mighty IS&T team, gets fulfillment from providing excellent customer service, and likes a variety of responsibilities.
-Note - there could be potential for other opportunities of interest, including permanent positions during the duration of this contract.
#KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Provide direct technical trouble-shooting support to staff and external system users through a variety of mechanisms, such as phone, in person, or via virtual meeting.
- Troubleshoot issues and develop solutions or workarounds. Proactively recommend measures to prevent future issues.
- Provide system administration for Microsoft 365 including Exchange, SharePoint, OneDrive, Teams, Intune, Entra ID (Azure AD), Defender, etc.
- Administer Active Directory accounts including login credentials, access rights and permissions, and security groups for network, applications, systems and services.
- Administer and configure servers, Active Directory, SSO, SSL(TLS), operating systems, virtual machines, Cloud services, etc.
- Configure and maintain network equipment including switch, router, firewall, VPN, access point, server, etc.
- Install, configure and upgrade desktop, laptop, printer, smartphone and other equipment including both software and hardware.
- Document technical incidents, system changes, user guides, and best practices.
- Assist IS&T team members in the completion of routine or simple requirements for configuration and maintenance of Grants Management System, website and other IT applications and systems.
- Participate in testing new or updated IT platforms, systems, applications, hardware, network, and cybersecurity technologies.
##QUALIFICATION CRITERIA
- 3+ years’ work experience in IT field as technical support, help desk or system administrator.
- Cloud Certification in Microsoft Azure is an asset.
- Intermediate knowledge of AWS, Azure, VMs, Single Sign On, MFA, etc.
- Proficient working knowledge of Windows desktop operating systems and Windows server systems.
- Intermediate knowledge of system customization and application development.
- At least one year of system administration experience with Microsoft 365 (Exchange, SharePoint, Teams, Entra ID/Azure AD, etc.)
- Experience installing and configuring hardware and software on Windows platforms.
- Infrastructure experience such as networking, TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, AD, Wi-Fi, and VPN.
- Work experience with grants management systems, processes and activities is an asset.
- Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills are required.
- Excellent communication and customer service skills in support of a diversity of contacts are required.
- Excellent verbal and written English, with bilingual proficiency in French an asset.
- Strong interpersonal skills and a good team player.
- Advanced organization skills and adept at multi-tasking.
- An aptitude to learn new technology quickly.
OAC recognizes that interested individuals may not meet all of the above qualifications and possess other relevant education, and professional and lived experience that would make them the right candidate. Applicants are invited to share this with us in their cover letter.
OAC is committed to building a skilled and diverse workforce. Applications from all interested individuals are welcome, and individuals from equity-deserving groups are encouraged to apply and indicate this in your application. OAC values a diversity of perspectives, ideas and lived experiences as an asset in serving Ontario’s arts community.
Interested individuals are invited to submit a cover letter and resume (please note that applications that do not include a cover letter will not be considered):
Mail: Ontario Arts Council, Human Resources Office, 121 Bloor Street East, 7th Floor, Toronto Ontario M4W 3M5
Online: Online Application Form
While we thank all candidates for their interest, only those selected for the interview will be contacted.
Please contact Human Resources at hr@arts.on.ca if you are unable to apply on-line and/or require accommodation during the recruitment process due to a disability.
Not the right fit? Search for Systems Administrator jobs in Toronto, ON
About ONTARIO ARTS COUNCIL
In 1962, several visionary Ontarians approached John Robarts, Premier of Ontario, with the idea of establishing a provincial arts council. This group, led by Arthur Gelber, represented the fledgling arts infrastructure that existed then in Ontario. On April 26, 1963, Bill 162 – the legislation setting up the arts council – was given its final reading in the Ontario Legislature, creating the Ontario Arts Council (OAC).