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.

Reporting to the Campus Manager, Kirkland Lake, the successful candidate will perform receptionist duties for the campus, provide general clerical services, prepare and process bank deposits, arrange invoices for payment, and reconcile and verify financial records. The successful candidate is also responsible for external inquiries regarding the rental of rooms, cafeteria, auditorium, and gymnasium on the Kirkland Lake Campus.

What you will be doing:

• Provide full telephone reception services and respond to routine inquiries;
• Direct external and internal customers/students appropriately;
• Prepare, collect and sort all incoming and outgoing correspondence;
• Direct and guide students with issues to appropriate services;
• Verify invoices in preparation for payment and resolve payment and invoicing issues;
• Handle, balance and prepare cash receipts, bank deposits, and bank reconciliations;
• Complete and input employee assignments into MIS for Human Resources’ approval;
• Respond to external inquiries regarding the rental of rooms, the cafeteria, the gymnasium and the auditorium;
• Ensure that facilities are available; schedule bookings as requested; and respond to renters accordingly;
• Coordinate with Caretaking staff, Plant and Property staff and Information Technologists as requested and required; and
• Ensure proper set up and/or equipment is in the room being rented

A detailed job description is available from the Human Resource Services department.

What you will need to be considered:

• One (1) year Certificate in Office Administration or a related/relevant field;
• Minimum two (2) years of relevant experience, including dealing with the public, students, and staff to solve problems and conflicts;
• Experience with record management and office computer programs: and
• Class G Driver's License is an asset.

The successful candidate will have excellent verbal and written communication skills, organizational skills, and problem-solving skills. As well as the ability to multitask and prioritize competing requests.

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.

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 ncjobapp@northern.on.ca 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.

To apply, submit your cover letter and resume online at www.northerncollege.ca/careers/.

While we thank all applicants for their interest in Northern College, only those to be interviewed will be contacted. Applications received after the close date will not be considered.

CLASSIFICATION: Support Staff

STATUS: Full Time

STAGE: Internal/External

CAMPUS: Kirkland Lake

STARTING SALARY: $ 27.82

SALARY RANGE: $ 27.82 to $ 32.06 (Payband D)

START DATE: Immediately

CLOSING DATE: April 20, 2026

HOURS OF WORK: 35 hrs/wk

COMPETITION#: 26-11-RFH-149