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 Manager, Risk, Safety and Security in both the Training and Workforce Development and Safety Division, the Program Assistant, Safety and Training will provide college-wide, implementation, delivery, evaluation, and follow-up of Division courses and programs, safety committees, college related safety matters, brokered services, special projects of both safety and training, and sponsored and employer-based training programs.

What you will be doing:

• Attend and participate in employer/agency/instructor safety meetings;
• Maintain records of staff/student/visitor incidents and assist with insurance certificate requests;
• Comple WSIB communication, ensuring timely reporting of incidents, and updating safety statistics for the college, board, and Joint Health and Safety Committee;
• Assist in the delivery of educational and safety awareness programs to the College Community;
• Assist in maintaining the Safety Data Sheet (SDS) online system;
• Prepare and plan the annual Health & Safety general meeting and training;
• Coordinate the delivery of training courses and programs, including researching new programs/courses, pre-screening instructors, entering program data, arranging training, and reviewing compliance requirements;
• Prepare and organize promotional, instructional, and program materials, and distribute departmental/College materials;
• Prepare course notifications, register students, and notify clients/staff of upcoming events or experiences; and
• Prepare purchase orders, invoice requests, reconciliation reports, and process mail.

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

What you will need to be considered:

• Two (2) year Diploma in Office Administration or an equivalent/related field of study;
• Minimum of two (2) years’ experience working with computer software such as word processors, spreadsheets and databases, and management information systems;
• Health and Safety experience is considered an asset; and
• Class G Driver's license is considered an asset.

The successful candidate will be organized, with the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. They will be adaptable and poses excellent problem-solving skills, written and verbal communication skills, and time-management skills.

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: Support Staff

STATUS: Full Time

STAGE: Internal/External

CAMPUS: Timmins

STARTING SALARY: $ 32.10

SALARY RANGE: $32.10 to $37.04 (Payband F)

START DATE: Immediately

CLOSING DATE: May 12, 2026

HOURS OF WORK: 35 hrs/wk

COMPETITION#: 26-16