Communications Specialist: Editor (Job 296) - Jobs in Guelph, Ontario, N1G 5E2

Job Description

Job Type: Full-time, 16-month contract with benefitsLocated in Guelph, the Ontario Universities’ Application Centre (OUAC) processes applications for admission to undergraduate, law, medical, rehabilitation sciences and teacher education programs for Ontario’s universities. We provide a progressive and supportive working environment for our employees, along with a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits. We encourage you to read more about the OUAC’s total rewards and compensation program on our website.The OUAC values equity, diversity and inclusion and believes that every person has a right to equal treatment. We are strengthened by diverse backgrounds, perspectives and experiences. We have equitable and accessible employment practices, based on the principles specified in Ontario legislation (Human Rights Code and Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act [AODA]). Accommodations for job applicants with disabilities are available upon request.The OUAC is seeking a Communications Specialist: Editor to work within a team to write, design, edit and publish OUAC communications in various formats for OUAC divisions, the university community, high school guidance counsellors and applicants.If you are willing to learn and eager to play a supporting role in helping people start a new chapter in their life, we would love to hear from you!Job Responsibilities:

• Writing, designing, editing and proofreading communications for all OUAC publications, documents and websites.
• Determining requirements for publications and creating publications that effectively communicate the material.
• Assisting with content management for the OUAC’s websites.

Qualifications Sought:

• University degree (or college diploma) in English, Communications or a body of relevant experience.
• Advanced proofreading, editing and communication skills.
• Ability to understand and troubleshoot/modify existing HTML code.
• Understanding web accessibility and plain language.
• Intermediate knowledge of WordPress.
• Advanced knowledge of InDesign and other Adobe products.
• Intermediate knowledge of SEO, web usability, analytics and reporting.

Abilities/Skills for the Ideal Candidate:

• Self-starter with the ability to work independently and within a team.
• Disciplined, organized and reliable work habits.
• Creative and quality driven, with high attention to detail.

Qualifications Considered an Asset:

• Prior university employment.
• French-language skills.

Hours of Work:

• Monday through Friday, 4.5 days per week (32 hours).
• Hybrid remote work arrangements may be available after the probationary period.

How to ApplyQualified applicants are invited to apply to “Job 296” via email by midnight, August 17, 2025, to hroffice@ouac.on.ca.Submit your resume with cover letter (mandatory) as one file (PDF preferred).We thank all applicants for applying; however, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.