Associate Faculty - Office Administration (Executive)

Associate Faculty - Office Administration (Executive)

Located on the beautiful homeland that is the traditional territory of the Ojibwe, Potawatomi and Odawa Nations, for over 50 years, Lambton College has been a ground-breaking institution. Lambton College is a national leader in applied research, teaching methodologies, experiential learning opportunities and future-facing educational innovations. With 13,000+ students from 20 countries around the world, two main campuses in Sarnia, Ontario, and a growing roster of more than 90 diploma, certificate and degree programs, Lambton College offers students flexible learning options with a broad range of programs and courses that incorporate elements of classroom, mobile, hybrid and accelerated educational alternatives.

Lambton College currently ranks third overall in Canada, and second overall in Ontario for Research in addition to maintaining a ranking within the top 4 Colleges for Research in Canada for seven straight years.

At Lambton College, we're proud of where we have been, but more importantly, where we are going, together. With Caring and Vitality as two of our core values at Lambton College, you know you'll be joining a team of passionate and fun colleagues.

About the Position:

Lambton College of Applied Arts & Technology invites applications from qualified and passionate individuals interested in teaching Office Administration - Executive courses on a part-time basis for the School of Business & Sustainable Leadership, pending sufficient enrolment. This role is part-time, starting in January 2025. Classes will be held in person at the Lambton College Sarnia campus. Rate of pay is to be determined at time of hire in accordance with education & qualifications based on our classification form in the Collective Agreement.

Specific Accountabilities:

1. Create a positive teaching and learning environment;
2. Prepare and/or update lesson plans;
3. Provide innovative course instruction that uses a variety of teaching and assessment methodologies that are in accordance with curriculum standards and direction of the College;
4. Deliver curriculum in a flexible delivery format;
5. Prepare, administer, and grade student assessments including detailed feedback;
6. Monitor student performance, maintain progress reports and facilitate student success;
7. Communicate with students in a timely manner;
8. Follow the Academic Calendar and the policies and procedures.

Qualifications:

1. Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Office Administration, or a related field.
2. Certifications in office management, executive assistant training, or administrative professional credentials are a plus.
3. Minimum of 5+ years of experience as an Executive Assistant or in a senior administrative position, supporting C-level executives or upper management.
4. Proven expertise in office management, project coordination, communication, and technology tools such as Microsoft Office Suite, scheduling software, Adobe Acrobat Pro, Word Press, Canva, Visio and Microsoft Publisher and cloud-based collaboration tools.
5. Preference will be given to candidates with teaching and/or training experience with evidence of demonstrated application of adult learning principles and teaching/assessment methodologies, curriculum design and development.
6. The successful candidate will be a self-motivated, independent worker who functions well in a student-centered, team environment with superior communication, team building, leadership and computer skills.
7. Candidates should be passionate about teaching, possess an entrepreneurial spirit, and be committed to preparing students to contribute meaningfully to their local and global communities. Successful candidates will demonstrate a commitment and capacity for teaching excellence, student engagement, continuous quality improvement, sustainability, global citizenship, and equity, diversity & inclusion.

Lambton College is committed to an inclusive, barrier-free selection process. If contacted regarding this competition, please advise the interview coordinator of accommodation measures you may require during our selection process. Information received relating to accommodation needs of applicants will be addressed confidentially.

We thank all applicants for their interest and wish to advise that only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Lambton College is an equal opportunity employer seeking to live its values in all we do. We are committed to taking proactive steps to provide and create opportunities for historically marginalized groups. We seek applicants who will strengthen our commitment to diversity, equality, and inclusion. We strongly encourage the following qualified candidates: women, Indigenous peoples, racialized people, persons with disabilities, and those who identify as 2SLGBTQ+ to consider working with and for Lambton College.

Lambton College provides a wide range of exciting opportunities for both unionized and non-unionized positions with competitive total compensation packages, wages and benefits.

Investing in our People:

Lambton College is committed to the personal and professional growth of all our employees. Employees of Lambton College are incredibly valued and part of a transformative adventure. They enjoy an engaging and vibrant culture where they are encouraged to realize their full potential via development opportunities and accessible, supportive employee wellness initiatives.

Our employee benefit package includes a defined benefit pension to help you create a secure future. The CAAT Pension Plan provides you with a predictable lifetime retirement income, survivor benefits, early retirement options, and more without the stress of making investment decisions. CAAT makes it easy for you to build stable, secure retirement income while you work.