Job Design & Evaluation
- Company: McMaster University
- Location: Hamilton
- Work mode: On-site
- Job type: Full-Time
- Posted: 2026-10-28
ABOUT JOB DESIGN & EVALUATION
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WHAT IS JOB EVALUATION? LEARN MORE
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JOB EVALUATION GUIDE FOR TMG
Guide that introduces the job evaluation process as well as includes jobs included in TMG, various job descriptions, etc.
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JOB DESCRIPTION TEMPLATE FOR TMG
Word document of TMG job description that is available to managers when submitting JDs for evaluation.
JOB FAMILY FRAMEWORK FOR TMG
Document that outlines the various Job Families within TMG with examples of jobs within these families.
JOB EVALUATION COMMITTEE SCHEDULE FOR TMG
Document that outlines the Job Evaluation Committee meeting dates and the deadlines to submit Job Descriptions.
TOTAL REWARDS FOR TMG
CONTACT ME
For jobs in the Faculty of Health Sciences, please contact your HR Consultant.
JESSICA SORENSON
Compensation Consultant
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REPOSITORY FOR HIRING MANAGERS LEARN MORE
Job descriptions and details for Hiring Managers of Unifor Unit 1 roles.
JOB DESCRIPTION TEMPLATE LEARN MORE
Template for Unifor Unit 1 job descriptions to be used by hiring managers.
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JOB EVALUATION PLAN FOR UNIFOR UNIT 1
Job Evaluation Plan (JE2009) and Rating Methodology for Unifor Unit 1
JE2009 PROCEDURES AND ADMINISTRATION
Additional details on JE2009 procedures, administration of employee job changes (exerpt from Unifor Unit 1 agreement)
UNIFOR UNIT 1 JOB EVALUATION COMMITTEE SCHEDULE
Document that outlines the Job Evaluation Committee meeting dates and the deadlines to submit Job Descriptions.
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UF1 JOB FAMILY PROGRESSION LEARN MORE
TOTAL REWARDS FOR STAFF LEARN MORE
JOB DESCRIPTIONS AND JOB POSTINGS FOR UNIFOR UNIT 1 LEARN MORE
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DAL GREWAL
Compensation Specialist
JOB DESIGN AND EVALUATION FOR TEMPORARY/CASUAL/INTERIM EMPLOYEES
Temporary/Casual/Interim Employees are employed in a position with a duration of less than 6 months or having no specified schedule for a definite or indefinite duration. Students employed under the McMaster Student Work program are considered temporary/casual/interim employees.
To support departmental hiring needs for temporary/casual/interim workers, please see a list of generic job descriptions available for use below. Where possible, we encourage you to use an existing generic job description. Temporary job descriptions included below have been developed to reflect the scope of work and representative duties of the defined role and do not reflect every duty or task that an incumbent may perform.
EXPANDABLE LIST
LEVEL 1 - ROUTINE
Performs routine tasks of limited variety and complexity which follow established procedures. Activities are well-defined and are to be performed according to specific procedures under supervision. Jobs at this level require minimal training.
Please note that minimum wage rates increase to $17.95 on October 1, 2026.
Hourly Rate Range: $17.95 – $22.36
Job Title
Interim Job Code
Student Work Program Job Code
Job Description
Job Posting
Activity Counsellor
INT081
WPS081
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Animal Husbandry Technician
INT052
WPS052
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Clinical Maintenance Assistant
INT053
WPS053
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Word
Course Development Assistant
INT042
WPS042
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Word
Customer Service Support Assistant
INT004
WPS004
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Word
Customer Service Support Assistant IB
INT019
WPS019
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Word
Data Entry/File Clerk
INT002
WPS002
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Word
Data Entry/File Clerk IB
INT086
WPS086
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Word
Event Support Assistant IB
INT132
WPS132
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Word
Field Research Assistant
INT156
WPS156
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Word
Invigilator
INT038
WPS038
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Word
Lab Assistant I
INT008
WPS008
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Word
Lab Monitor
INT010
WPS010
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Word
Lab Set-up Technician
INT011
WPS011
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Word
Lab Set-up Technician 1B
INT064
WPS064
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Word
Library Assistant (Student) 1A
INT018
WPS018
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Word
Library Assistant (Student) 1B
INT045
WPS045
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Word
Online Course Development Assistant
INT223
WPS223
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Word
Note Taker 1
INT115
WPS115
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Word
Office Assistant
INT001
WPS001
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Word
Program Support Assistant
INT022
WPS022
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Word
Program Support Assistant IB
INT117
WPS117
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Project Assistant
INT033
WPS033
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Word
Research Assistant I
INT014
WPS014
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Word
Retail Assistant
INT007
WPS007
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Word
Standardized Patient
INT013
WPS013
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Word
Tour Guide
INT047
WPS047
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Word
Tour Guide – Nuclear Operations
INT131
WPS131
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Word
Wash Area Attendant
INT051
WPS051
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Word
LEVEL 2 - INTERMEDIATE
Performs duties of intermediate difficulty and complexity and of moderate scope and which have standard procedures that are to be followed. Requires sound knowledge of departmental and University procedures related to the work performed. Performance of duties requires some analysis and exercise of judgment. Adapts existing procedures, practices and methodologies to a variety of situations. Collects and performs basic analysis of data and compiles information into reports. Selects and uses appropriate procedures, equipment and standards to produce required data. Provides information and advice. Works under general supervision.
Hourly Rate Range: $17.95 – $24.60
Job Title
Interim Job Code
Student Work
Program Job Code
Job Description
Job Posting
Admissions Assistant
INT118
WPS118
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Communications Assistant
INT003
WPS003
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Communications Assistant IIB
INT025
WPS025
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Word
Educational Outreach Facilitator
INT021
WPS021
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Word
Educational Research Assistant
INT076
WPS076
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Word
Field Research Assistant
INT062
WPS062
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Word
Field Research Assistant IIB
INT152
WPS152
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Word
Financial Assistant
INT005
WPS005
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Word
Head Tour Guide
INT048
WPS048
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Word
IT/Technical Assistant
INT006
WPS006
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Word
Lab Assistant II
INT009
WPS009
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Word
Lab Development Assistant
INT020
WPS020
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Word
Lab Supervisor
INT078
WPS078
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Word
Multimedia Assistant
INT141
WPS141
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Word
Note Taker 2
INT116
WPS116
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Word
Off-Campus Orientation Planner
INT031
WPS031
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Word
Office Assistant II
INT023
WPS023
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Word
Office Assistant IIB
INT068
WPS068
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Word
Programming Assistant
INT080
WPS080
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Word
Project Support Assistant
INT133
WPS133
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Word
Recruitment Assistant
INT113
WPS113
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Word
Research Assistant II
INT015
WPS015
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Word
Residence Orientation Planner
INT032
WPS032
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Word
Sustainability and Energy Conservation Support Assistant
INT029
WPS029
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LEVEL 3 - ADVANCED
Performs duties that are complex and of larger scope and require some theoretical and operational knowledge of the field. Utilizes advanced-level skills and knowledge to complete a variety of assignments. Regularly exercises discretion within delegated authority. Requires knowledge of the University’s policies and procedures to enable the incumbent to work independently under general direction. Conducts research into defined problems, analyzes findings and develops recommendations. Receives assignments in objective oriented terms. May administer special programs or services and has responsibility to maintain the program, manage resources and facilities and oversee provision of customer service. Work is reviewed in terms of meeting organizational objectives and schedules. May supervise others.
Hourly Rate Range: $18.95 – $29.52
Job Title
Interim Job Code
Student Work
Program Job Code
Job Description
Job Posting
Assistant Prosector
INT016
WPS016
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Data Analyst
INT017
WPS017
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Liaison Assistant
INT050
WPS050
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Word
Marketing and Communications Associate
INT129
WPS129
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Word
Marketing and Events Associate
INT111
WPS111
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Word
Research Assistant III
INT143
WPS143
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Word
Student Ambassador
INT071
WPS071
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Word
Web Assistant
INT024
WPS024
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Word
LEVEL 4 - SPECIALIST
Positions may be narrow in scope and require an in-depth, or specialized body of knowledge related to a functiona