Design Specialist

Faculty of Applied Sciences & Technology at Humber Polytechnic; Toronto; On-site; CAD 79,000 - 92,000; Full time

Job summary

Humber Polytechnic is seeking a Design Specialist to provide technical and instructional support across the Design programs at the North Campus. The role focuses on demonstrations, critiques and guidance on design processes, materials, and studio practices.

You will assist faculty, support learning environments, and contribute to program recruitment and student engagement. Ideal candidates bring 3–5 years in design, solid drafting ability and proficiency in Adobe, AutoCAD, Revit, SolidWorks,

Qualifications

• 3- to 5-years of progressive design industry or education experience.
• Ability to work independently and in teams; strong communication with administrators, faculty, support staff and students.
• Proficient in drawing, drafting and design software (Adobe Suite, AutoCAD, Revit, SolidWorks, Enscape, Twinmotion, SketchUp).

Responsibilities

• Provide specialized technical and instructional support to students, faculty and academic activities across the Design programs.
• Deliver demonstrations, technical instruction, critiques and guidance on design processes, materials and studio practices.
• Support faculty in maintaining learning environments and manage design resources.

Skills

Drafting

Communication

Teamwork

Time management

Design software

Education

3-year diploma/degree in drafting

Tools

Adobe Suite

AutoCAD

Revit

SolidWorks

Enscape

Twinmotion

SketchUp

Job description

Job Description - Design Specialist - FMCAD - FT Support (37315)

Design Specialist - FMCAD - FT Support - ( 37315 )

Find Your Spot at Humber

At Humber, we are a vibrant, diverse community of professionals dedicated to providing an exceptional learning experience for our students. Through our strategic vision and exciting new brand Builders of Brilliance , we are co-constructing a new model of polytechnic education for Ontario, Canada, and the world. We are committed to ensuring Humber offers the right programs, with the most effective teaching and learning approaches, to prepare exceptional leaders for our industries and communities.

To achieve our vision, we take finding and developing the right talent very seriously. We offer a collegial, collaborative, inclusive environment in which each individual is supported to grow and bring their best each day.

Job Details:

Position Title:Design Specialist

Status:Full-Time, Support

Hours:37.5 hours per week

Faculty/Department:Faculty of Media, Creative Arts, and Design

Campus/Location:North Campus

Salary: Pay band H

Salary Range: $38.09 (min) - $44.04 (max) per hour

Starting Salary: $38.09; Progression through the pay band is in accordance with the increments in the pay band as outline in the Full-Time Support Staff Collective Agreement based on actual service in the pay band

About the Faculty of Media, Creative Arts, and Design at Humber:

Humber’s Faculty of Media, Creative Arts, and Design offers the most comprehensive mix of media, arts and communications programs in Canada. We encompass a diverse range of creative disciplines, spanning media, arts, and design, including journalism and writing; film, acting, media production, and animation; advertising and public relations; design and interaction design; as well as music and fine arts. Live Labs and work-integrated learning opportunities complement the industry-specific business skills that are woven through each of our programs. Our graduates are collaborative, highly skilled, career-ready professionals with the creative aptitude, entrepreneurial ability, and resourcefulness needed to lead and innovate wherever the story takes them.

About the Design Specialist Role:

The Design Specialist will provide specialized technical and instructional support to students, faculty, and academic activities across the Design programs within the Faculty of Media, Creative Arts, and Design, including Interior Design, Industrial Design, Bachelor of Design UX, Interior Decorating Diploma, Graphic Design Advanced Diploma, and other design-adjacent programs.

The position supports student learning by delivering demonstrations, technical instruction, critiques, and guidance related to design processes, materials, fabrication methods, equipment, software applications, industry standards, and studio practices. The incumbent will assist faculty in maintaining effective learning environments, support technology-enhanced teaching and learning, manage and develop design resources and materials, and contribute to program recruitment, outreach, and student engagement activities.

About You:

You are passionate about working at Ontario’s largest polytechnic college; you thrive on improving productivity and quality that contribute to team success! If this sounds like you, keep reading:

Education:

• 3-year diploma/degree or equivalent in drafting, detailing, construction, fabrication, Ontario Building Code, and any other related fields of study.

Experience/Skills:

Three to five years of progressively responsible and practical work experience in the design industry or education sector. Experience in customer-service work environment which preferably demonstrates the following abilities to:

• o work on their own initiative;
• o initiate and maintain ongoing verbal and written communication with administrators, faculty, support staff and students;
• o work in a team environment, demonstrating excellent human relation skills;
• o work under pressure, be well organized and exhibit time management skills.

Demonstrable skills in drawing, sketching and drafting.

Documented or demonstrable skills in computer software related to the design disciplines. Examples include: Adobe suite, AutoCAD, Revit, Solidworks, Enscape, Twinmotion, Sketchup.

What's in it for you?

• An opportunity to have an impact with a post-secondary institution, poised to do great things.
• Diverse, hard-working, committed team of people who care about each other.
• Tools and technology that will allow you to succeed at your job.
• Highly supportive work culture

Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion

Humber Polytechnic is committed to a workforce that reflects the diversity of our students and our city. We actively seek Indigenous Peoples and individuals from equity-deserving groups with demonstrated skills and knowledge to deal with all aspects of equity, diversity and inclusion in a post-secondary environment.

Humber supports employment equity. Racialized workers, women, Indigenous workers, 2SLGBTQIA+ workers and workers with disabilities are encouraged to apply. For the purpose of statistical data collection, applicants are strongly encouraged to voluntarily self-identify. Humber’s diverse workplace also supports Francophone workers and young workers.

Accommodation

Humber Polytechnic is committed to accommodating applicants with disabilities throughout the hiring process, in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Our Talent Acquisition team will work with applicants requesting accommodations at any stage of the hiring process. This document is available in alternate formats upon request.

Anti-Discrimination Statement

At Humber Polytechnic, all forms of discrimination and harassment are prohibited. All employees and applicants have the right to work in an environment that is free from discrimination and harassment. If you need assistance with concerns related to discrimination and harassment, please contact the Office of Human Rights and Harassment ([e-mail]).

Position Type FT Support

Payband H

Work Locations

North Campus

205 Humber College Blvd.

Etobicoke M9W 5L7

Job Family

Media and Creative Arts

Deadline to Apply Oct. 18, 2026

Job Posting

10/8/26

Department Faculty of Media, Creative Arts, and Design