Program assistant Jobs in Barrie, ON

Department: Human Services & Community Safety
Campus: Barrie
Posting Date: May 22, 2026
Classification: Academic
Salary Range: $72.56 - $159.79 per hour
Status: Part-time
Effective Date: May 2026

Reporting to the Associate Dean, of Human Services & Community Safety, the incumbent develops and delivers a course in the Human Services and Community Safety academic area for the Pre-service Firefighter program. Courses are scheduled and delivered in the evening and are planned to be delivered in person or at the Barrie Campus Specific duties include, but are not limited to:

• Delivers a course in the Pre-service Firefighter program (Potential courses include, but are not limited to):
• FIRE1111 - Fire Safety Inspections Develops and delivers appropriate curriculum to meet course objectives
• Incorporates a variety of teaching / learning strategies to meet student needs
• Evaluates student progress / achievement
• Participates in program and college activities as required
• Participates in program revisions and renewal activities as required
• Creates and maintains a positive learning environment

Qualifications:

• Certified in NFPA 1031 Standard for Professional Qualifications for Fire Inspector and Plans Examiner (Level I, Level II preferred)
• Certified in NFPA 1035 Standard on Fire and Life Safety Educator, Public Information Officer, Youth Firesetter Intervention Specialist and Youth Firesetter Program Manager Professional Qualifications Level I, Level II as an asset
• Successfully completed a Pre-Service Firefighter Education and Training program and/or NFPA 1001 Standard for Fire Fighter Professional Qualifications and NFPA 1072 (472) Standard for Competence of Responders to Hazardous Materials/ Weapons of Mass Destruction Operations (Core) and Mission Specific is an asset
• NFPA 1041 Standard for Fire Service Instructor Professional Level One required. NFPA 1041 Standard for Fire Service Instructor Professional Level Two would be considered an asset.
• A minimum of five years’ experience in the fire service
• Knowledge and experience in concepts of building construction and fire code application
• Demonstrated knowledge of the Ontario Fire Code, the Ontario Building Code and other relatable codes, legislation, and regulations
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Commitment to life-long learning
• Computer literacy: MS Office along with a high comfort level with learning new software such as student learning management systems and various teaching delivery applications
• Proven ability to work in a team environment and to foster the same in students
• Experience in some or all of the following is an asset: curriculum development, a variety of delivery strategies, learning methodologies, academic advising, and student success strategies
• Teaching and Training certification and / or experience in a teaching or training capacity is an asset

Acceptable proof of education (degree, credentials) from recognized post secondary institutions or confirmation of international equivalencies will be required as part of selection process

Georgian College supports diversity, equity and a workplace free from harassment and discrimination and is committed to an inclusive, barrier-free environment. We invite applications from all qualified candidates and actively encourage applications from members of groups with historical and/or current barriers to equity, including, but not limited to persons of Indigenous ancestry, racialized persons, persons with disabilities, women and members of the 2SLGBTQ+ community. If you are contacted to participate in the interview, please advise the coordinator of any accommodations needed with respect to any materials or processes used to ensure you have access to a fair and equitable process.

Alternate formats will be provided upon request throughout the recruitment and selection process.

This position will be open until filled.