Brock University
Brock University's United Way committee co-chairs, Colleen Whyte and Jocelyn Titone  

Recognized as one of Hamilton-Niagara's Top Employers (2023):

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

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