Recognized as one of Hamilton-Niagara's Top Employers (2023):
Mediacorp Canada Inc. staff editors (Nov 23, 2022)
Here are some of the reasons why Brock University was selected as one of Hamilton-Niagara's Top Employers (2023):
- Brock University offers flexible work arrangements as well as a dynamic environment for employees who are working on campus -- while onsite, employees can take advantage of a variety of amenities including child care, diverse food options, and an extensive fitness facility with a cycling studio, Olympic size pool, indoor track, and high-performance sports centre
- Brock University employs a dedicated health and wellness team responsible for organizing initiatives related to its workplace wellness framework -- recent programming includes lunchtime wellness workshops (topics include ergonomics, nutrition, resilience and beginner yoga), physical activity challenges, and awareness campaigns during mental health week
- Varying by employee group, Brock University helps all employees save for the future with contributions to a hybrid pension plan -- additionally, faculty can take advantage of phased-in work options when nearing retirement

Staff members of Brock University's campus mail team
Highlights
Industry | Post secondary school, university |
Established in Canada | 1964 |
Major Canadian hiring locations | Pelham ON, Welland ON, Niagara Falls ON, St Catharines ON, Hamilton ON |
Full-time employees in Canada | 1,690 |
Part-time employees in Canada | 2,077 |
Average age of employees in Canada | 38 years |
Longest serving employee | 52 years |
Benefits note | Brock University has multiple employee groups, the following programs and policies may vary by position |
Flexible work options | flexible work hours, 35-hour work week (with full pay), telecommuting |
Long-term savings | defined-benefit (DB) pension |
Health plan premium | as part of the health plan, the employer pays up to 100% of the premiums |
Mental health practitioner benefit | up to $1,000 each year |
Maternity top-up (mothers) | up to 100% of salary for 1 week |
Parental top-up (mothers) | up to 95% of salary for 15 weeks |
Vacation allowance | new employees receive 3 weeks of paid vacation after their first year on the job |
Outside survey period | outside consultant surveys are held every 36 months |
Employee performance reviews | employees receive individual performance reviews every 12 months |
In-house training initiatives | in-house training, online training, mentoring |
Tuition subsidies (related to job) | yes |
Employee charitable involvement | employees receive paid time off to volunteer |
The Career Directory
Brock University has been selected for The Career Directory, our guide to entry-level recruitment for recent college and university graduates.

Brock University employees collaborating
Highlights for New Grads
Industry | Post secondary school, university |
Full-time employees in Canada | 1,000 to 2,500 |
Major Canadian hiring locations | Pelham ON, Welland ON, Niagara Falls ON, St Catharines ON, Hamilton ON |
Student opportunities | paid internships, co-op opportunities |
Training | subsidies for professional accreditation, orientation program, online training, in-house training, mentoring, in-house career planning services, leadership training |
Other info for new grads | Brock University also offers in-house training programs such as Leading the Way, Crucial Conversations, Instructional Skills Workshop, family learning programs, university teaching and service learning programs. |
Typical new grad positions | Graduate Office Assistant, Senior Lab Demonstrator, Department Coordinator, Student Engagement Assistant, Application Developer, Financial Aid Coordinator, Academic Records Assistant, Talent Management Assistant, Communications and Administrative Officer, Research Coordinator |
Starting salary | $35K to $40K |
Work benefits | health benefits for new employees, flexible work hours, telecommuting, employees receive paid time off to volunteer |
Vacation allowance | new employees receive 3 weeks of paid vacation after their first year on the job |
Academic fields recruited
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Bachelor of Arts
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Bachelor of Commerce / Business Administration
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Bachelor of Education
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Bachelor of Engineering
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Bachelor of Science
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Doctorate (Arts)
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Doctorate (Education)
- Administration
- Teaching
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Doctorate (Science)
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Master of Arts
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Master of Business Administration
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Master of Education
- Administration
- Teaching
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Master of Science
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Professional Accreditation
- Accounting (CA)
- Accounting (CGA)
- Accounting (CMA)
- Human Resources (CHRP, CEBS)
- Other Business / Technical/ Industry Certifications
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Secondary Education
- High School Diploma
Recruits at these schools
- Brock University