Building Access and Administrative Support Assistant

MDA; Toronto; On-site; CAD 25,000 - 36,000; Part time

Job summary

York University is seeking a Building Access and Administrative Support Assistant to monitor residence facilities and service provider access during renovations, under the direction of the Manager, Building Operations. A high school diploma and related experience are required.

The role supports Housing and Conference Services in maintaining safety and coordinating access while renovations are ongoing, with a casual (up to 24 hours) schedule. Commitment to inclusivity is emphasized.

Qualifications

• Strong customer service skills.
• Ability to work independently or in a team.
• Ability to meet deadlines and manage time effectively.
• Demonstrated organizational skills for multitasking.

Responsibilities

• Monitor residence facilities and access during renovations and repairs.
• Support the Manager, Building Operations and Housing and Conference Services in daily tasks.

Skills

Customer service

Teamwork

Deadline management

Organization

Education

High School diploma

Job description

Building Access and Administrative Support Assistant

Posting Number

114763

Job Title *

Building Access and Administrative Support Assistant

Department/Faculty (BU)

Housing and Conference Services, Ancillary Services

Affiliation *

YUSA 2 PT

Casual (up to 24 hours per week)

Job Start Date

09-13-2026

Job End Date

04-30-2027

Posting Intent

YUSA-2: This is an open posting. All interested persons may apply. The hiring unit will first consider applications from members of YUSA 2 with seniority

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Purpose:

The Building Access and Admin Support Assistant monitors residence facilities and service provider access during renovations and repairs, under the direction of the Manager, Building Operations.

Education:

Completion of High School.

Experience:

Minimum of 6 months of related experience. Successful completion of Health & Safety, Workplace Harassment and other mandatory training required.

Skills:

• Effective customer service.
• Ability to work both independently and on a team.
• Ability to meet deadlines and organize time effectively.
• Ability to demonstrate organizational skills to carry out a variety of tasks.

Access Full Position Posting

The University welcomes applications from all qualified individuals, including, but not limited to women, persons with disabilities, visible minorities (racialized), Indigenous Peoples and persons of any gender identity and sexual orientation. York University is committed to a positive, supportive and inclusive environment.

York University offers accommodation for applicants with disabilities in its recruitment processes. If you are contacted by York University regarding a job opportunity or testing, please advise if you require accommodation.

We are committed to enhancing our environmentally and socially responsible practices for the benefit of all members of the York community. Our long term perspective recognizes our responsibility to be innovators and to continually work as a community to reduce our ecological impact.

York University employees must apply to jobs through the Employee Career Portal - YU Hire. If you are a current York University employee and/or are using your rights under a collective agreement to view and/or apply to jobs, you MUST log into YU Hire to access the York University Employee Career Portal.

PLEASE NOTE: This job posting is for an existing vacancy. Applications must be received by 11:55 pm EST on the posted deadline date, if applicable. Posting deadlines can be updated, or modified, at any time based on hiring needs. Please refer to the York U Career Portal when confirming posting deadlines.