Find Your Spot at Humber
At Humber, we are a vibrant, diverse community of professionals dedicated to providing an exceptional learning experience for our students. Through our strategic vision and exciting new brand Builders of Brilliance, we are co-constructing a new model of polytechnic education for Ontario, Canada, and the world. We are committed to ensuring Humber offers the right programs, with the most effective teaching and learning approaches, to prepare exceptional leaders for our industries and communities.
To achieve our vision, we take finding and developing the right talent very seriously. We offer a collegial, collaborative, inclusive environment in which each individual is supported to grow and bring their best each day.
If you are excited by the prospect of contributing to our vision for learning, if you would like to be part of building a new model of polytechnic education, of ‘building brilliance’, in one of Canada’s preeminent higher education institutions, then here is your opportunity to join our dynamic team.
Job Details:
Position Title: Open Education Resource Coordinator
Status: Regular Part-Time Support
Hours: 24 hours per week
Faculty/Department: Longo Faculty of Business
Campus/Location: Lakeshore Campus
Salary: EPEW 9 ($38.25)
About the Longo Faculty of Business at Humber:
Humber’s Longo Faculty of Business delivers high-demand programs that will take graduates into current, relevant, and future careers. We offer over 50 programs in a wide range of fields covering the broad spectrum of business in the evolving marketplace. Not only do we offer traditional business courses such as finance, accounting, administration, human resources, and marketing, but we also offer culinary, aesthetics, cosmetics, fashion, and law with credentials ranging from diploma to degree to graduate certificates.
Entrepreneurship training is integrated into all programs. The Longo Centre for Entrepreneurship, along with our highly specialized labs, work-integrated learning opportunities and our international partnerships have given the Longo Faculty of Business the reputation that gets our programs recognized by industries across Canada and the world. The future of business will be defined by our graduates. That is what we prepare them for.
About the Open Education Resource Coordinator Role:
Reporting to the Associate Dean, Longo Faculty of Business, the Open Education Resource (OER) Coordinator supports the development, implementation, maintenance, and continuous improvement of Open Education Resource (OER) initiatives and online learning environments within the Faculty. The incumbent sources, develops, curates, and maintains high-quality, accessible, and open (no-cost or minimal cost) learning resources that support student success and align with Humber’s academic, accessibility, and quality standards.
In addition to supporting OER initiatives, the Coordinator provides operational and technical support for assigned online courses and related projects, ensuring that course content, digital resources, and learning activities remain accurate, accessible, current, and aligned with course and program requirements. Working collaboratively with faculty, Program Coordinators, and academic leadership, the incumbent supports instructional design activities, maintains online course sites, assists with the integration of educational technologies, monitors and communicates course-related information, and contributes to the effective delivery and continuous enhancement of the online learning experience.
About You:
You are passionate about working at Ontario's largest Polytechnic; you thrive on improving productivity and quality that contribute to team success! If this sounds like you, keep reading:
Education
The successful candidate will possess a bachelor's degree in Educational Technology, Instructional Design, Information Technology, Computer Applications, Education, Library and Information Science, or a related discipline, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
The incumbent will also have experience supporting online learning environments and learning management systems, with strong technical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
Experience with Open Educational Resources (OER), digital accessibility standards, Microsoft Office applications, and educational technologies such as Blackboard Ultra, D2L and Articulate Rise is preferred.
Experience/Skills
The successful candidate will have a minimum of five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in one or more of the following areas: Open Educational Resources (OER), instructional design support, learning management systems (LMS), educational technology, digital content development, online learning administration, academic operations, or a related field.
The incumbent will demonstrate:
Experience sourcing, developing, maintaining, or supporting digital learning resources and online course environments, preferably within a post-secondary institution.
Experience using and supporting Learning Management Systems (e.g., Blackboard Ultra, D2L Brightspace, Moodle) and related educational technologies.
Experience with Banner or comparable student information systems.
Strong technical proficiency with Microsoft Office 365 applications (particularly Excel, Word, and PowerPoint), Google Workspace, and other productivity and collaboration tools. Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) certifications are considered an asset.
Experience with digital authoring, document management, and accessibility best practices, including creating and maintaining accessible digital content and resources.
Excellent organizational, administrative, and document management skills, with exceptional attention to detail and the ability to maintain accurate records and coordinate multiple concurrent projects.
Exceptional written and verbal communication, interpersonal, and customer service skills, with the ability to communicate effectively and professionally with students, faculty, administrators, and external stakeholders from diverse backgrounds.
Demonstrated ability to prioritize competing demands, manage multiple deadlines, and work independently with minimal supervision in a high-volume, fast-paced academic environment.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, sound judgment, and the ability to exercise discretion when responding to technical, operational, or student-related issues.
Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively, adapt to changing priorities, and provide responsive support while maintaining a student-centred approach.
Experience with Open Educational Resources (OER), educational accessibility standards (e.g., AODA/WCAG), instructional design principles, and tools such as Articulate or similar e-learning platforms is considered an asset.
Familiarity with AI-enabled productivity and content development tools, and the ability to evaluate and appropriately apply emerging educational technologies, is considered an asset.
If this sounds like you, we'd love to hear from you! At Humber Polytechnic we don't just accept difference we celebrate it! Experience comes in many forms, skills are transferable, and a progressive mindset goes a long way at Humber. If your experience is close to what we're looking for, consider applying and tell us why you are a great candidate for this job. Find your Spot at Humber!
What's in it for you?
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An opportunity to be a part of building Humber's future.
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Be part of a diverse, hard-working, and supportive team.
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Tools and technology that will allow you to succeed at your job.
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Amazing perks!
We thank you for your interest in working with Humber Polytechnic. Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. Consideration for Support Staff (Article 17 of FT Support Staff and Article 19 of PT Support Staff) positions will be given to internal employees in accordance with the respective Collective Agreements.
Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion
Humber Polytechnic is committed to a workforce that reflects the diversity of our students and our city. We actively seek Indigenous Peoples and individuals from equity-deserving groups with demonstrated skills and knowledge to deal with all aspects of equity, diversity and inclusion in a post-secondary environment.
Humber supports employment equity. Racialized workers, women, Indigenous workers, LGBTQ2S+ workers and workers with disabilities are encouraged to apply. For the purpose of statistical data collection, applicants are strongly encouraged to voluntarily self-identify. Humber’s diverse workplace also supports Francophone workers and young workers.
Accommodation
Humber Polytechnic is committed to accommodating applicants with disabilities throughout the hiring process, in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Our Talent Acquisition team will work with applicants requesting accommodations at any stage of the hiring process. This document is available in alternate formats upon request.
Anti-Discrimination Statement
At Humber Polytechnic, all forms of discrimination and harassment are prohibited. All employees and applicants have the right to work in an environment that is free from discrimination and harassment. If you need assistance with concerns related to discrimination and harassment, please contact the Office of Human Rights and Harassment ([email protected]).
