Part-time Academic Officer (Regular)

Fanshawe College; Toronto; On-site; CAD 34,000 - 48,000; Part time

Job summary

Fanshawe College is seeking a regular part-time Academic Officer to support the School of Community Studies. Based in London, ON, this 24-hour-per-week role handles academic planning, enrollment coordination and scheduling, reporting to the Program Manager.

Proficiency in MS Excel and Google Docs, strong organizational skills, and the ability to work independently or with a team are essential.

Qualifications

• 2-year diploma or equivalent in business office administration.
• Minimum 3 years' office experience.
• Experience with diverse learners is preferred.
• Ability to apply inclusive practices in education settings.

Responsibilities

• Front-line operations and service delivery to students, staff and the public.
• Plan and implement the academic cycle.
• Register students in CICE and elective courses.
• Assist with enrollment projections and scheduling.
• Maintain office systems and records.
• Respond to inquiries by phone and email.

Skills

Office admin

Customer service

Multitasking

Teamwork

Interpersonal skills

Excel/Google Docs

Education

Diploma in Business Office Administration

Equivalent education/experience

Tools

MS Excel

Google Docs

Job description

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Interested in growing your career at Fanshawe College?

Fanshawe College thrives because of its people. We foster a culture of excellence and see opportunities to turn potential into impact. Leading with empathy, belonging, unity, learning and courage, we guide the learning journey of our students, ensuring they are ready for work and life, today and tomorrow.

Working at Fanshawe College

Fanshawe College is committed to the principles of hybrid work and may offer this option to employees whose work can be performed in an alternate location, without adverse impact to the operations of the College, inclusive of our Student and Staff experience. Confirmation of hybrid work options available to you will be clarified upon hire and may be subject to change based on the duties required of your position. Successful candidates will be required to perform work within Ontario and must be available to work on campus, as required.

Posting Closing Date: September 30, 2026

Campus Location: London, ON

Department: HUM2 School of Community Studies JM

Employment Group: Support

Pay Details: $29.57 Hourly

Worker Sub-Type: Regular

Time Type: Part time

Remote Type: In-Person

Contract End Date:

Hours of Work per Week: 24

Job Description:

Note: This is a regular part-time Support position (up to 24 hours per week) starting as soon as possible. Expected working days are from Monday to Friday and within business hours (to be confirmed during the interview).
Part-time Support Staff employees, as defined by the Part-Time Support Staff Collective Agreement, will be given first consideration.
Note: This position is located at 1001 Fanshawe College Blvd, London, ON N5Y 5R6.

Why This Role Is Important

Reporting to the Program Manager, the regular part-time Academic Officer is responsible for a wide range of administrative duties related to academic planning for the School of Community Studies portfolio including the Community Integration Through Cooperative Education (CICE) program.

How You’ll Make an Impact

• Responsible for front-line operations and service delivery, ensuring a high standard of customer service for students, staff, and the public while coordinating administrative processes and resolving complex inquiries

• Responsible for planning/initiating/implementing the academic cycle

• Completes, verifies and sets up curriculum clusters by semester and Registers students in CICE and elective courses

• Works with Program Manager and Coordinator on enrollment projections, division of enrollment into classes and scheduling/timetabling of individual/group tutoring times for CICE students and Learning Facilitator

• Plans out the use of tutoring space for out-of-class activities

• Provides detailed information to scheduling on how courses are to be scheduled

• Coordinates the sharing of sections between multiple programs and departments and the submission of timetable parameters

• Resolves timetable problems with the scheduler and reviews timetables to resolve scheduling conflicts and make suggestion to correct any apparent errors

• Maintains efficient office systems and procedures including mail, files, reports, and a reliable record system

• Responds to written and telephone inquiries

• Works to achieve optimal allocation of Faculty and Learning Facilitator assignments

• Assists Coordinators/Registrar staff with registration process. Manual registration initially and follow through with computerized registration process

• Works through registration issues (course overrides, changes to section maximums, etc.)

• Tracks Grad Requirements based on year of intake

• Produces summary reports from the database and keeps track of meeting minutes and actions

• Supports marketing and recruiting activities for the School

What You’ll Bring

• 2-year Diploma in a related field or equivalent training in Business Office Administration is required

• Minimum 3-years’ working in an office environment

• An equivalent combination of education and/or experience may be considered.

• Experience with people with unique learning needs is preferred

• Experience applying the principles of diversity and inclusiveness to meet the unique needs of students in the CICE program

• Ability to support students in problem solving as needed

• Advanced computer skills in Database Management (MS Excel and Google Docs) is required

• Intermediate math and budget skills required

• Knowledge of the use of educational technologies at the higher education level and experience developing workshops and training materials that are tailored to various learner profiles is preferred

• An equivalent combination of education and/or experience may be considered

• Excellent administrative/organizational and priority setting skills

• Excellent interpersonal skills (written and oral)

• Ability to work independently as well as in a team environment

• Demonstrate initiative, flexibility and planning skills

• Ability to multi-task on a daily basis

Fanshawe College uses Workday to manage recruitment and hiring processes.

Educational Credentials

While transcripts are not required for the interview, they are mandatory as a condition of employment.

Equity, Diversity and Inclusion

Fanshawe College is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to equity, value diversity, and welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds.

Accommodation

Fanshawe College provides accommodations to job applicants with disabilities throughout the hiring process. If a job applicant requires an accommodation during the application process or through the selection process, the hiring manager and the recruiter leading the recruitment will work with the applicant to meet the job applicant’s accommodation needs. Accommodation requests per the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act can be emailed to: [e-mail]

Land Acknowledgement

Fanshawe College would like to acknowledge and honour the Anishinaabe, Lotinuhsyuní and Lenape people of southwestern Ontario as the traditional owners and custodians of the lands and waterways where Fanshawe College is located.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those chosen for an interview will be contacted.