Job Type: Full-time, permanent with benefits

Located in Guelph, the Ontario Universities’ Application Centre (OUAC) processes applications for admission to undergraduate, law, medical, rehabilitation sciences and teacher education programs for Ontario’s universities. We provide a progressive and supportive working environment for our employees, along with a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits. We encourage you to read more about the OUAC’s total rewards and compensation program on our website.

The OUAC values equity, diversity and inclusion and believes that every person has a right to equal treatment. We are strengthened by diverse backgrounds, perspectives and experiences. We have equitable and accessible employment practices, based on the principles specified in Ontario legislation (Human Rights Code and Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act [AODA]). Accommodations for job applicants with disabilities are available upon request.

The OUAC is seeking a Processing Specialist for its graduate and professional programs processing unit for the Teacher Education Application Service (TEAS), Ontario Medical Schools Application Service (OMSAS), Ontario Rehabilitation Sciences programs Application Service (ORPAS) and the Ontario Law School Application Service (OLSAS) and Graduate Studies.

If you are willing to learn and eager to play a supporting role in helping people start a new chapter in their life, we would love to hear from you!

Job Responsibilities

• Process applications for the Graduate Studies division
• Provide support to the other divisions of the Professional department: OMSAS, OLSAS, ORPAS and TEAS
• Providing phone and email support to applicants and universities

Qualifications Sought

• Minimum 3 years relevant progressive experience in client services and application processing
• Post-secondary diploma or degree
• Intermediate computer and technical skills

Abilities/Skills for the Ideal Candidate

• Ability to absorb and retain large amounts of information
• Effective listening and speaking skills; diplomacy, tact, patience and professionalism
• Ability to explain complex processes and procedures in a clear, concise and consistent manner
• Strong organizational and analytical skills
• Ability to work in fast-paced environment

Qualifications Considered an Asset

• French-language skills
• Knowledge of the Ontario university system

Hours of Work

• Monday through Friday, 4.5 days per week (32 hours)
• Hybrid remote work arrangements may be available after the probationary period

How to Apply

Qualified applicants are invited to apply to “Job 302” via email by midnight, May 31, 2026, to hroffice@ouac.on.ca.

Submit your cover letter and resume as one file (PDF preferred).

We thank all applicants for applying; however, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.