Program Assistant

Employment Solutions - Sault College; Attawapiskat; On-site; CAD 59,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension plan

Professional development

Wellness programs

Employee assistance

Tuition assistance

Vacation & holidays

Insurance benefits

Relocation support

Job summary

Northern College in Attawapiskat is seeking a Program Assistant to provide reception and administrative support within the Access Centre. You will help manage documents, assist with registration of Academic Upgrading students, and compile activity reports for funders.

The role requires a two-year diploma in Office Administration and at least one year of administrative/customer-facing experience. A welcoming, organized approach and strong communication help you succeed; Northern College values

Qualifications

• Two-year diploma in Office Administration or related field is required.
• Minimum one year of proven administrative experience in a customer-facing role.
• Strong organizational and customer service skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide reception services for the Access Centre and administrative support.
• Register Academic Upgrading students and maintain accurate records for reporting.
• Distribute departmental marketing material and manage digital files.
• Assist with resumes, cover letters, and pathway planning for clients.

Skills

Organized

Customer service

Event hosting

Education

Two-year diploma in Office Administration or related field

Job description

Program Assistant

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.

Location: Attawapiskat

Category: Education, Office & Administration

Posted: 2 days ago

Employer: Northern College

ES Job ID: 8206

Closing Date: September 22, 2026

Salary: $28.38 to $32.70 (Payband D)

Duration: Full Time

Job Description

Reporting to the Manager, Employment Services and Academic Upgrading, the Program Assistant will be responsible for providing reception services for the Access Centre. In addition, they will provide administrative support for the Access Centre, including distribution of departmental marketing material, manage all digital files, register Academic Upgrading students and maintain accurate records for reporting activity and statistics to the funders and to the Manager.

What You Will Be Doing

• Support students in their training, education and employment journey;
• Support students in registering and applying for education, training or employment opportunities;
• Answer incoming inquiries by phone, text, social media, email, and in person and direct to appropriate staff as needed;
• Meet with clients applying for services such as Educational, Training or Employment Services, and begin the intake folder process and ensure the client is eligible for the service. Plans to meet with key staff at other sites;
• Conduct in-person or virtual initial registration interviews and collect all necessary documentation from clients;
• Assist with resumes and cover letters, or other documents as needed for school or employment; and
• Assist with developing Educational or Employment pathway plans for all registered clients.

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.

Required Skills

What you will need to be considered:

• Two (2) year diploma in Office Administration - Executive, Business Administration, or equivalent/related field; and
• Minimum one (1) year of proven experience in an administrative environment and customer-facing role.

The successful candidate will be well organized, have great customer service skills, and be comfortable hosting and attending local events.

Please note this position qualifies under Northern College's protocol for hiring in remote regions.

Candidates with relevant experience and who do not meet the education requirements may be given consideration based on relevant equivalent qualifications.

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 [e-mail] 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.