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Post End Date: August 25, 2025 at 11:59 PM This job advertisement is to fill an existing vacancy in the Administrative Professional (Employee Group) Please Note: This is a part-time (18 hours per week), fixed-term contract up to 18 months. About the Role: Reporting to the Program Director, the Accreditation Assistant is responsible for coordinating facets of the Ontario College of Teachers (OCT) Accreditation Self-Study and Report administration, ensuring compliance, effectiveness and operational efficiency. The Assistant provides comprehensive project coordination support by facilitating processes, serving as a liaison and resource for internal and external partners, and offering administrative support to the faculty lead overseeing the self-study process. The Accreditation Assistant will: Coordinate and assist with the accreditation process for the Accreditation Self-study and Report; Collaborate with all Teacher Education administrative support staff at both campuses to ensure required program information and documents are circulated for the accreditation; Plan and coordinate campus meetings, including taking meeting minutes, room bookings, food services and securing technologies; Maintain an accreditation planning schedule; track and monitor deadlines and reporting requirements; Gather and organize necessary documentation, including course collections, calendar collections, course templates and other integrated critical required aspects of the Ontario College of Teachers (OCT) Guide; Prepare, format, and send any communications to various partners including, OCT, faculty, part-time instructors, teacher candidates, school board personnel and teachers; Serve as a liaison between the faculty and OCT with the planning and coordination of the accreditation process and site visits; Create and maintain spreadsheets, charts, and other data-tracking tools to support accreditation activities; Serve as a point of contact for inquiries related to accreditation, responding via phone, email, and in-person interactions; Process and reconcile expenses associated with accreditation efforts; Support the development and monitoring of the accreditation budget; Provide guidance to internal partners on accreditation standards, processes and timelines; Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure continuous improvement and readiness for site visits or evaluations; Establish, maintain, and manage Accreditation-related MS Teams and SharePoint platforms. Key Skills and Experience: Undergraduate Degree in a related discipline or the equivalent combination of education and experience would be considered; Ontario College of Teachers (OCT) Certification; Experience in accreditation, compliance, or quality assurance administration/coordination role; Experience in project management or records management; Advanced technology competency including Microsoft Office Suite; Excellent project management and coordination skills; Ability to maintain up-to-date knowledge of accreditation standards and regulatory requirements; Promotes and embodies inclusivity and respect within the workplace and the broader community; Ability to listen to and collaborate with team members; Strong written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills; Ability to establish priorities and organize work with minimal supervision; Strong initiative and ability to function as a self-starter; Ability to think critically to define the root cause of problem and suggest viable solutions. Preferred or Asset Skills: Records management, database creation and maintenance; Project management software; Detail oriented, systematic and deadline focused. Salary and Total Rewards: Job Grade I, Salary Scale ($52,093-$84,476); Target Hiring Salary $52,093, pro rated to reflect part-time hours; This is a part-time, fixed-term contract. We are committed to offering flexible work arrangements where possible as outlined in our Flexible Work Arrangement Policy. As a student-centered organization, all employees are required to work on campus as needed. Brock University is committed to creating a respectful and equitable workplace. We strive to foster a culture of diversity and inclusion in our work and learning environments. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals and actively encourage applications from women, people with disabilities, members of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community, Indigenous Peoples, people who identify as Black, African and/or Caribbean, as racialized and/or as from ethnic and cultural minority groups, and other underrepresented demographic groups at Brock and in the Niagara region. Brock also recognizes intersectionality and the interconnected identities, histories, and experiences of these aforementioned groups. We are committed to inclusive and barrier-free recruitment, and we accommodate the needs of applicants throughout all stages of the recruitment process, as outlined in our Employment Accommodation Policy and consistent with the requirements of the Ontario Human Rights Code. Please contact talent@brocku.ca if you require a disability related accommodation so we can ensure your participation needs are met. Brock University does not use AI Technology at any stage of the recruitment process. We appreciate all applications received. Candidates that are selected for an interview will be contacted. Learn more about Brock University by visiting www.brocku.ca. Brock University is a comprehensive institution with rich academic programs and world-class research activity. Located in Ontario’s scenic Niagara region on the traditional territory of the Haudenosaunee and Anishinaabe peoples, Brock is situated in a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve. With nearly 600 full-time faculty members and researchers, Brock's robust academic scope offers more than 70 undergraduate programs and 50 graduate programs in seven dynamic Faculties. The University’s 19,000 students come from across Canada and around the world. Brock’s renowned student experience is enriched by an emphasis on experiential education, as illustrated by community partnerships, volunteerism and one of Ontario's largest and most successful co-op programs. Learn more at brocku.ca.
