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Department:
Faculty of Arts, Media and Design
Position Type:
Full-Time Administrative
Salary Range:
$88,985.00-$111,230.00-Annual
Sc heduled Weekly Hours:
36.25
Anticipated Start Date:
September 08, 2026
Length of Contract:
N/A
Posting Information
This job posting is now accepting applications from all qualified individuals.
Posting Closing Date:
August 15, 2026
Please note: jobs are posted until 11:59 pm on the job closing date.
Land Acknowledgment:
Algonquin College campuses in Ottawa and Pembroke are located on the traditional unceded, and unsurrendered territory of the Anishinàbe Algonquin People. The Algonquin People have inhabited and cared for these lands since time immemorial. We take this time to express our gratitude and respect to them and to the land for all that it has provided and will continue to provide.
Job Description:
Reporting to the Dean, S chool of Creative and Interdisciplinary Studies (SCIS) , the Manager of Creative Technology Services provides strategic leadership and operational oversight for all technical resources supporting academic programs focused on creative disciplines. This role ensures that students, faculty, and staff across program areas such as animation, game development, graphic design, television, film, user experience (UX) design, and interior design have access to reliable, cutting-edge tools, and infrastructure. The manager is responsible for technology planning, acquisition, deployment, maintenance and lifecycle management, while also monitoring emerging industry trends to keep the department aligned with evolving professional standards.
The Manager ensures that faculty and students across multiple programs benefit from integrated, innovative and industry-relevant creative technology environments that reflect current and future industry practices across multiple sectors.
Key Duties:
- Develop and implement a forward-looking technology roadmap aligned with academic priorities and industry standards;
- Supervise a team of technologists, technicians and student workers;
- Leads the procurement, development and management of technical resources;
- Oversee the deployment, configuration and maintenance of creative technology spaces including computer labs, production studios, edit suites, specialized environments;
- Advance interdisciplinary projects and industry engagement in capstone projects and research;
- Other duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications:
Four (4) Year diploma/degree in a Creative Industries related program. Evidence of continued skill development in multiple creative disciplines. E quivalent combination of relevant education and work experience may be accepted in place of formal education.
Minimum seven (7) years experience in:
- Strong analytical and coordination skills.
- Experience managing technology in a creative, academic or production environment
- Demonstrated experience supervising technical staff, or production teams
- Strong knowledge of industry standard tools (e.g. Adobe Creative Cloud, game engines, 3D modelling software, video production systems)
- Knowledge of creative technologies such as XR/VR, AI driven creative tools, motion capture, virtual production
- Evidence of continued skill development throughout career
- Demonstrated ability to lead teams and manage complex projects
- Experience negotiating contracts with vendors
- Strong communication and collaboration skills
- Ability to interpret/apply business policies procedures and systems.
- This vacancy is for P23393
- This position is paid at Manager Payband 10
This position is eligible for hybrid work in conjunction with the College's Flexible Work Arrangement Policy . With a minimum of 4 days onsite/week https://www.algonquincollege.com/policies/hr26/ (subject to change).
Why Join Algonquin College?
Compensation: Many roles offer a competitive base salary and comprehensive benefits, including health, dental, and retirement plans designed to support your well-being. Eligibility for benefits vary by position. Benefits | Careers
Learning and Development Opportunities: Access to training, tuition assistance programs (Algonquin College Courses and Degree Completion ), certifications, workshops, and professional courses that allow you to grow and advance in your career. About Us | Employee Learning and Development . Availability depends on role and employment status .
Company Culture : Our values of caring, learning, integrity, and respect define how we interact with one another. We foster a supportive and collaborative environment. Algonquin College has been recognized by Forbes as one of Canada’s Best Employers for 2025 and one of Canada’s Best Employers for Diversity for 2024
Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Accessibility (IDEA) : We are proud to be the first Ontario college to implement an Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion policy, fostering an inclusive workplace where all employees feel respected and valued. Affinity Group Conversation Communities | Inclusion & Diversity & Truth and Reconciliation
Flexible Work Arrangement Policy . Select positions are eligible for hybrid work in accordance with the College’s Flexible Work Arrangement Policy https://www.algonquincollege.com/policies/hr26/ (subject to change) .
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Accessibility:
Algonquin College values diversity and is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable, and culturally respectful workplace. We offer an inclusive work environment and encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds, including Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, members of racialized groups, and individuals from diverse communities. If you require accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact the Human Resources department at [email protected] . While we thank all those who apply, only those to be interviewed will be contacted.
