Indigenous - Job ID: ADMN-25/26-041
- Location: Kingston, with Tri-Campus Responsibilities
- Deadline: September 25, 2025
- Job Type: Administrative/Management
- Start Date: Immediately
- Department: Facilities Management Services
- Number of Positions: 1
- Duration: Full-Time
POSITION SUMMARY
Reporting to the Vice President, Finance, Procurement, Risk and Chief Financial Officer, the incumbent is accountable for operational, strategic planning, leadership, budget, and human resource management issues for the Facilities Management Services department.
Provides expert advice to the Vice President, Finance, Procurement, Risk and Chief Financial Officer on strategies for achieving long-term College goals including major renovations, cyclical facility renewal, new construction, sustainability, as well as the negotiation and monitoring of multiple service contracts related to the functions of the department, e.g. cleaning and facilities management. Ensures the College is risk aware, and complies with all applicable laws, statutes, and regulations with respect to physical assets and health and safety.
The incumbent is accountable for the planning, operation and maintenance of the College’s physical plant and ground operations; including engineering services, electrical/mechanical systems, plant operations, building and grounds maintenance.
Qualifications
Education and Experience:
A minimum of a 4-year degree in Civil or Mechanical Engineering. Completion of a Professional Engineer (PEng.) designation or equivalent.
A minimum of 9 years of experience in facilities management in a large, complex multi-operational setting, including leadership and supervision of unionized employees and contracted services. Experience in a senior leadership role with responsibility for budgeting, forecasting, reporting and costing. Supervisory experience including hiring, assigning work, evaluating, performance appraisals, performance management, discipline, professional development, etc. Proven experience analyzing data utilizing electronic information and technology. Experience managing and developing large budgets, and monitoring significant project expenditures.
Other Required Qualifications:
- Ability to collaborate with internal and external contracts to advance the goals of the College
- Strong managerial/leadership skills, including demonstrated flexibility in leadership.
- Mature and independent Judgement/Decision-making.
- Demonstrable initiative, imagination, resourcefulness, and tact.
- Proven ability to provide strategic direction and ensure effective work structure to maximize productivity and achieve goals.
- Customer orientation – demonstrated ability to identify the needs of the College community and to propose appropriate solutions while stabling and maintaining effective relationships with outside collaborators and other partners.
- Building Trust – the incumbent will possess high ethical standards and have a reputation for dealing honestly and openly with issues and staff, acting at all times with integrity, which is recognized and respected by senior management, peers, partners, and staff.
- Demonstrated understanding of the Architectural, Structural, Mechanical and Electrical building systems
- Knowledge of facilities planning processes, design and construction, facilities maintenance management and systems, utilities and housekeeping operations
- Familiarity with the OH&S, Building/Fire/Safety/Environmental Codes and Regulations
- Computer software (Building Automation Systems, Maintenance Management Systems, Construction/Project Management systems, Computer Aided Drafting, general office software)
- Significant experience with project management, process engineering and design for large complex projects.
- Contract mediation and negotiation skills with multiple partners
- Knowledge of Human Resources and Labour Relations policies and practices
- Experience reading/interpreting large, complex facilities drawings, specifications, and project work orders.
- Knowledge of College policies and practices
Physical/Work Environment Essential Requirements:
The successful incumbent must have the ability to report to the work location and work temporarily from a remote location with reliable internet access, as approved by the College and in accordance with the college’s Telework Policy.
Salary & Terms
- Admin Group: Pay Band 14: $141,161 - $176,451 per annum, commensurate on education and experience. In addition to the salary, the position is eligible for pay for performance
- Hours per week: 37.5
- Posted Date: September 4, 2025
- Closing Date: September 25, 2025 (4:00 p.m.)
Documents
How to Prepare your Application for Submission: You will be able to attach only one document to your application. To prepare your application: Combine your cover letter and resume as one document. Save your document in .PDF, .doc, or .docx format using Last Name, First Name as your naming convention. Click on the Apply Here link and complete the application form. Attach your cover letter/resume document to the application form.
THIS IS A FULL-TIME ADMINISTRATIVE POSITION
This posting is for an existing vacancy at St. Lawrence College. The College is committed to employment equity and diversity in the workplace. We encourage and welcome applications from members of the designated groups, including women, racialized minorities, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities and persons of any sexual orientation and identity. St. Lawrence College is committed to an inclusive, barrier-free selection process. SLC provides support in its recruitment processes to applicants with disabilities, including accommodation that takes into account an applicant's accessibility needs. Candidates requiring accommodation during the recruitment process are asked to contact Belonging, People & Culture at employ@sl.on.ca. To obtain a copy of this position vacancy or any of the position related documents in an alternate format please contact employ@sl.on.ca and our Talent Management Consultants will address your requests for accommodation confidentially.
This job opportunity is open to both internal and external applicants. Only those who are selected for an interview will be contacted.