At Northern College, we’re committed to the ongoing success and development of everyone who passes through our learning spaces, whether they be our students, employees, or community members. We believe in investing in those who invest in us, constantly working to build a collaborative and friendly working environment while offering top-tier benefits and generous pension packages to our eligible full-time employees with purposeful, rewarding work, supportive supervisors, and positive, engaged work teams.

Reporting to the Executive Director, Marketing, Communications and External Relations, the Manager, Sports Facilities and Recreation will be responsible for the day-to-day operation of the Northern College Sports Dome Fieldhouse, Timmins campus gymnasium, and Pub and is accountable and responsible for providing planning, development and operational leadership for the Sports Dome and Gym.

What you will be doing:

• Determine work priorities, approve student staff schedules and supervise support personnel
• related to the sports dome, gymnasium and pub activities;
• Develop, implement and direct innovative strategies for program and operational issues, manage technical change and prepare office operations to undertake significant projects;
• Collaborate with personnel to continuously improve, and revise sports and recreation activities and services, with a focus on the future direction of the Sports Dome and Fieldhouse;
• Provide strategic input into sport and recreation program offerings based on local demand and community needs;
• Create and support club development (student intramural activities as suggested and collaborated with NCSA);
• Compile, track, verify, invoices, cash receipts, bank deposits as needed for memberships, leagues, camps and rentals;
• Identify revenue generating opportunities in the catchment area; respond to Requests for proposals (RFPs);
• Recruit and train students and staff for the Sports Dome and gymnasium operations, including but not limited to, front desk services, janitorial services, etc.; and
• Ensure adequate staffing and operations run according to approved policies and procedures.

A detailed job description is available from the Human Resource Services department.

What you will need to be considered:

• Three (3) year Diploma in Sports and Recreation, Business Marketing, Facility Management, Hospitality and Tourism Management or related/relevant field of study;
• Bachelor's Degree in a related field of study is an asset;
• 5 (five) years of management and/or coordinator experience with leading project management, events planning, sports and recreation activities experience, supervisor experience, understanding of amateur recreational activities and sports, and budgeting experience;
• Demonstrated experience with software for implementing scheduling for student programs, activities, community leagues, rental etc.; and
• Flexible schedule to work some evenings and weekends as required.

The successful candidate will be proficient with Microsoft Suite, have effective conflict resolution, mediation, problem solving, and consensus building skills, and excellent verbal and written communication skills. As well as Crisis Response and management skills and experience.

What Northern has to offer:

• Defined benefit pension plan;
• Professional development opportunities;
• Wellness programs;
• Employee Assistance Program;
• Tuition assistance;
• Generous vacation and holiday closure;
• Group insurance benefits (medical, dental, life insurance, LTD, etc.); and
• Relocation expense reimbursement.

The incumbent may be required to provide a criminal record check.

As part of Northern College’s action on reconciliation, the College recognizes its responsibility to make a difference through increasing the number of Indigenous employees who work in the academic field. We encourage applicants who identify as Indigenous to apply.

Northern College is committed to an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment process. To request reasonable accommodation at any time during the recruitment process, please contact the Human Resource Services department at ncjobapp@northern.on.ca or call us at 705-235-3211 ext. 2136. Information received relating to the accommodation needs of applicants will be addressed confidentially.

Northern College values diversity and is an equal-opportunity employer.

To apply, submit your cover letter and resume online at www.northerncollege.ca/careers/.

While we thank all applicants for their interest in Northern College, only those to be interviewed will be contacted. Applications received after the close date will not be considered.

CLASSIFICATION: Administration

STATUS: Full Time

STAGE: Internal/External

CAMPUS: Timmins

START DATE: August 31, 2026

SALARY RANGE: $ 88,985.00 to $ 111,230.00 (Payband 10)

COMPETITION #: 26-25

CLOSING DATE: August 7, 2026