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Manager, Student Housing
@ Ontario Tech University
Oshawa, Ontario
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Overview
Ontario Tech University is hiring a full-time Manager, Student Housing, for its Office of the Deputy Provost in Oshawa, Ontario, on a full-time continuing appointment of 35 hours per week. The role leads planning, delivery and assessment of student housing programs and oversees residence partnerships and housing contracts with Campus Living Centres. The pay band is $91,413 to $114,266.
Responsibilities:
- Oversee residence partnerships and housing contracts
- Liaise with Campus Living Centres and housing partners
- Lead inclusive student housing experience programming
- Provide strategic leadership and data-informed reporting to senior leadership
- Build off-campus and community housing partnerships
Requirements summary:
- Five to seven years of progressive student housing or residence leadership experience
- Honours university degree in a related field
- Experience managing third-party contracts and budgets
- Strong communication, negotiation and conflict resolution skills
- Knowledge of the Ontario housing market and post-secondary students
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Job details
| Seniority | Senior |
| Department | Business operations |
| Experience | 5+ years |
| Hours per week | 35 |
| Travel | air: none · ground: minimal |
| Work setting | Office, Client sites |
| Position | Mostly sitting |
| Physical demands | physical low · computer high |
| Encouraged to apply | Indigenous peoples, Racialized people, People with disabilities, Women |
| Education | Bachelor’s degree (required) |
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Ontario Tech University
| Field | Value |
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Job description
Tracking Code: req2272
Faculty/Department: Office of the Deputy Provost
Number of Positions: 1
Appointment Type: Full-Time Continuing
Hours of Work: 35 hours per week
Non-Union Hiring Zone: Job Level 10 - $91,413 - $114,266
Posting Date: October 14, 2026
Closing Date: October 27, 2026 (11:59 pm EST)
Job Summary: The Manager, Student Housing, leads in the planning, delivery and assessment of programs and services that contribute to a holistic student housing strategy, which aligns with institutional priorities for student success, engagement, and well-being. The role fosters safe, inclusive, and supportive living environments while integrating Ontario Tech University's student housing partnerships with the university's broader student engagement and support strategies to deliver a cohesive, holistic student experience.
Responsibilities/accountabilities
Partnership & Contract Management
Interested candidates should submit in electronic format a covering letter and their resume. Applications will be accepted until October 27, 2026 or until a suitable candidate is found. We appreciate all applications received; however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
Ontario Tech University is actively committed to equity, diversity, inclusion, indigenization and decolonization (EDIID), and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates, while especially encouraging applications from First Nations, Metis, Inuit peoples, Indigenous peoples of North America, racialized persons, persons with disabilities, and those who identify as women and/or 2SLGBTQ+. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens, permanent residents, Indigenous Peoples in Canada, and those eligible to work in Canada, will be given priority.
Ontario Tech University respects people's different needs and therefore will take all reasonable steps to ensure accommodation for applicants where appropriate. The University is also committed to ensuring that confidentiality is maintained throughout all aspects of the recruitment cycle.
If you require accommodation, please contact Julie Day , Health and Disability Management Specialist. For more information about the universities policies for accommodating employees with disabilities please review the university’s Accessibility Policy .
The university acknowledges the lands and people of the Mississaugas of Scugog Island First Nation which is covered under the Williams Treaties. We are situated on the Traditional Territory of the Mississaugas, a branch of the greater Anishinaabeg Nation which includes Algonquin, Ojibway, Odawa and Pottawatomi.
Job Location: Oshawa, Ontario, Canada
Expected Start Date: 12/7/2026
Faculty/Department: Office of the Deputy Provost
Number of Positions: 1
Appointment Type: Full-Time Continuing
Hours of Work: 35 hours per week
Non-Union Hiring Zone: Job Level 10 - $91,413 - $114,266
Posting Date: October 14, 2026
Closing Date: October 27, 2026 (11:59 pm EST)
Job Summary: The Manager, Student Housing, leads in the planning, delivery and assessment of programs and services that contribute to a holistic student housing strategy, which aligns with institutional priorities for student success, engagement, and well-being. The role fosters safe, inclusive, and supportive living environments while integrating Ontario Tech University's student housing partnerships with the university's broader student engagement and support strategies to deliver a cohesive, holistic student experience.
Responsibilities/accountabilities
Partnership & Contract Management
- Provides oversight of residence partnerships and housing contracts to support Ontario Tech's student engagement and community-building objectives.
- Acts as the primary liaison with Campus Living Centres (CLC) and other housing partners, ensuring operational alignment, service quality, and accountability through ongoing monitoring of agreements, budgets, and performance metrics.
- Supports contract negotiations and partnership development, while collaborating with Legal and Finance to ensure compliance, fiscal stewardship, and effective risk management.
- Proactively identifies and resolves operational and student experience issues within residence facilities in partnership with CLC and other university stakeholders (Student Mental Health, Security, Campus Safety, etc.)
- Leads the development of an inclusive and engaging student housing experience portfolio that promotes belonging, equity, student leadership, and overall well-being.
- Collaborates with CLC, Student Engagement and Equity, the Student Union, Student Mental Health, Teaching and Learning, Careers, and other campus partners to design and deliver -programming that promotes positive social change and encourages an accessible, equitable, diverse, and inclusive campus culture.
- Establishes effective communication and referral pathways between residence life staff and campus services and oversees feedback mechanisms to drive continuous improvement.
- Provides guidance to residence staff in applying restorative practices, student conduct education, and proactive, early intervention approaches to support student success that are aligned with university strategies, policies and procedures.
- Provides insight to residence functions, including occupancy planning, room assignments, and billing processes, in collaboration with Campus Living Centres.
- Ensures equitable and appropriate housing accommodations for diverse student populations, including international students, varsity athletes, Indigenous learners, and students requiring accessibility supports.
- Contributes to campus crisis response and emergency management efforts in partnership with Security, Health & Safety, and housing partners, while promoting best practices in residence safety, community standards, and inclusive living environments.
- Leads external and community engagement initiatives related to student housing by building partnerships with off-campus housing providers, municipal stakeholders, and local organizations to expand safe, affordable, and equitable options.
- Oversees Ontario Tech's off-campus housing programming, resources and supports, ensuring accessible and current information for students.
- Represents the university on local and provincial housing committees, advocating for student needs and sustainable housing policies, and maintains active relationships with housing professionals across Canada to share best practices and emerging trends.
- Provides strategic leadership and data-informed reporting to support effective decision making in the student housing portfolio.
- Delivers regular updates on occupancy, student satisfaction, and financial performance to senior leadership, and contributes to the university's long term housing strategy, including capital planning, affordability initiatives, and demand forecasting.
- Leads or supports initiatives that advance accessibility, sustainability, and community engagement, while ensuring housing data, reporting, and assessment are aligned with institutional student experience frameworks and outcomes.
- Proven ability to build inclusive and student-centered communities.
- Exceptional communication, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills.
- Strong understanding of the Ontario housing market, post-secondary environment, and diverse student needs.
- Completion of a University Program consisting of Four Academic Years
- Completion of an honours University degree program in a field of study directly related to the requirements of the job.
- An equivalent combination of education and related experience may be considered.
- Verification of Academic credentials may be required
- Five to seven years of progressive experience or a combination of the following; student housing, residence life, property management, and/or student affairs leadership.
- Demonstrated experience managing third-party service contracts, budgets, and stakeholder relationships.
Interested candidates should submit in electronic format a covering letter and their resume. Applications will be accepted until October 27, 2026 or until a suitable candidate is found. We appreciate all applications received; however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
Ontario Tech University is actively committed to equity, diversity, inclusion, indigenization and decolonization (EDIID), and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates, while especially encouraging applications from First Nations, Metis, Inuit peoples, Indigenous peoples of North America, racialized persons, persons with disabilities, and those who identify as women and/or 2SLGBTQ+. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens, permanent residents, Indigenous Peoples in Canada, and those eligible to work in Canada, will be given priority.
Ontario Tech University respects people's different needs and therefore will take all reasonable steps to ensure accommodation for applicants where appropriate. The University is also committed to ensuring that confidentiality is maintained throughout all aspects of the recruitment cycle.
If you require accommodation, please contact Julie Day , Health and Disability Management Specialist. For more information about the universities policies for accommodating employees with disabilities please review the university’s Accessibility Policy .
The university acknowledges the lands and people of the Mississaugas of Scugog Island First Nation which is covered under the Williams Treaties. We are situated on the Traditional Territory of the Mississaugas, a branch of the greater Anishinaabeg Nation which includes Algonquin, Ojibway, Odawa and Pottawatomi.
Job Location: Oshawa, Ontario, Canada
Expected Start Date: 12/7/2026
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