Job ID
76220
Job Title
Communications Assistant
Regular/Temporary
Regular
Location
Central Campus
Open Date
2026/05/14
Job Type
Limited Term (>12 months)
Close Date
2026/05/28
Employee Group
Unifor Unit 1, Staff
Favorite Job
Department
Surgery
Full/Part Time
Full-Time
Salary Grade/Band
Grade 6
Salary Range
$26.99 - $38.03 (hourly)
Job Code
JD1142
Existing Vacancy
Yes - Newly Created Position
Contract Duration
12.3 Months
Target Number of Openings
1
Hours per Week
35
Posting Details
Schedule
35 hours per week, Monday to Friday, from 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM
Education Level
3 year Community College Diploma in Communications or Multimedia Design.
Career Level
Requires 2 years of related experience.
Anticipated Fill Date
ASAP
Job Description
Should the successful applicant be a Unifor Unit 1 bargaining unit member, who meets the eligibility conditions of Article 19.02 of the Unifor Unit 1 Collective Agreement, then the Limited Term Assignment will be defined as a Career Growth Opportunity in accordance with Article 19 of the Unifor Local 5555 Unit 1 Collective Agreement.
JD #
JD01142
Pay Grade:
6
Title:
Communications Assistant
Unit/Project Description:
The Communications Assistant is a key member of the Department of Surgery responsible for developing, curating, and sharing engaging
content that highlights departmental news, events, achievements, and strategic initiatives across the website, weekly newsletter, and social media
platforms to expand the Department’s presence within the Faculty of Health Sciences. Working closely with faculty, staff, and departmental stakeholders,
the role involves gathering stories on site, producing accessible AODA-compliant materials, and ensuring all communications and marketing collateral
align with McMaster University’s brand standards. The role will also support branding oversight, create presentation and promotional materials,
and complete basic video editing for digital content. In addition, the role contributes to planning and delivering departmental events and maintains close
collaboration with the Faculty of Health Sciences Communications team as part of a community of practice. This position reports directly to the Director
of Administration.
This is a one-year contract position with a hybrid work arrangement that offers some flexibility for remote work. The role requires regular travel to hospital
sites across Hamilton and may occasionally involve work outside of standard business hours to support scheduled events and departmental activities.
About the Department of Surgery
Over its 50+ year history, the McMaster Department of Surgery has maintained a steadfast commitment towards thinking big and making it possible. We
are a Department with 11 surgical divisions and Royal College residency training programs; together, we are poised to unleash a future fueled by a
creative mindset and powered by our people.
The successful candidate will be bring a positive, solutions-focused mindset, as we collectively work towards achieving the Department Vision.
This Vision is based on 6 core tenets:
C.R.E.A.T.E.
Culture that includes
Research that impacts
Education that inspires
Advancement for all
Transformation through innovation & entrepreneurship
Excellence in patient care
About McMaster University
At McMaster University, our people are our most valuable asset. We strive to attract, develop, and retain the talented faculty and staff, and to foster
inclusive excellence which values the strengths, perspectives, and contributions of each individual. McMaster is recognized as one of the top employers
in the Hamilton/Niagara region and has been recognized as one of Canada’s Top Diversity employers.
Working at McMaster University brings a robust total rewards package, which is more than just a salary. The elements and structure of the total rewards
packages vary by employee group but include:
- Employer Paid benefits including Extended Health, Dental, Emergency Out-of-Country Travel Coverage & Basic Life Insurance;
- Pension Plan Options & Post-Retirement Benefits;
- Training, coaching and professional development opportunities;
- Employee tuition assistance for development and education
- Opportunity to be a part of an academic environment working alongside professionals who share a passion for learning;
- Progressive paid annual vacation plan
Please see Total Rewards Overview for Unifor, Local 5555, Unit 1 for more Information.
https://hr.mcmaster.ca/resources/unifor-unit-1-total-rewards-overview/
Job Summary:
Organize and perform a full range of administrative duties that require a thorough understanding of established functions, policies, and procedures. Design multimedia content for print, web, social media and video in accordance with University brand guidelines. Plan and coordinate a variety of events. Responsible for providing direction to others in how to carry out work tasks.
Purpose and Key Functions:
Supervision:
- Provide direction to others in how to carry out work tasks
- Ensures adherence to quality standards and procedures for short-term staff and volunteers
Requirements:
- 3 year Community College Diploma in Communications or Multimedia Design.
- Requires 2 years of related experience.
Assets:
- Website - experience/familiarity with content management systems (CMS) such as WordPress
- Ecomms - experience developing ecommunications and/or email marketing content using platforms such as Mailchimp or customer relationship management (CRM) platforms.
- Design - some graphic design experience in the adobe creative suite and Canva
How To Apply
To apply for this job, please submit your application online.
Employment Equity Statement
McMaster University is located on the traditional territories of the Haudenosaunee and Mississauga Nations and within the lands protected by the “Dish With One Spoon” wampum agreement.
The diversity of our workforce is at the core of our innovation and creativity and strengthens our research and teaching excellence. In keeping with its Statement on Building an Inclusive Community with a Shared Purpose, McMaster University strives to embody the values of respect, collaboration and diversity, and has a strong commitment to employment equity.
The University seeks qualified candidates who share our commitment to equity and inclusion, who will contribute to the diversification of ideas and perspectives, and especially welcomes applications from indigenous (First Nations, Métis or Inuit) peoples, members of racialized communities, persons with disabilities, women, and persons who identify as 2SLGBTQ+.
As part of McMaster’s commitment, all applicants are invited to complete a confidential Applicant Diversity Survey through the online application submission process. The Survey questionnaire requests voluntary self-identification in relation to equity-seeking groups that have historically faced and continue to face barriers in employment. Please refer to the Applicant Diversity Survey - Statement of Collection for additional information.
Job applicants requiring accommodation to participate in the hiring process should contact:
- Human Resources Service Centre at 905-525-9140 ext. 222-HR (22247), or
- Faculty of Health Sciences HR Office at ext. 22207, or
- School of Graduate Studies at ext. 23679
to communicate accommodation needs.
Vaccination Mandate - FHS
This position is located in a host hospital or other healthcare site that has an active vaccination mandate in place. Successful applicants will need to comply with these and any other health and safety measures necessary as part of their appointment.
Hybrid Work Language
To ensure an ongoing and vibrant University community that meets the needs of our students, staff and faculty and supports the University mission, ability to work on-site continues to be a requirement for most University positions. The University is supportive of exploring flexible work arrangements that effectively balance operational needs and employee interests.
Interview Experience
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