Administrative Officer

1 month ago


Victoria, Canada University of Victoria Full time

Organizational Unit- University of Victoria -> Faculty of Social Sciences -> Environmental Studies- Posting Close Date- 4 May 2023- Please note that positions will close at 4 p.m. on the closing date.- FTE- 1- Salary Grade- $68,897.00 - $89,609.00- Additional Posting Information- N/A- Salary posted will be pro-rated based on FTE- Classification- SG11- Employee Group:
- PEA - Regular- # of Hires Needed- 1- Category- Administrative and Support Services- About this OpportunityThe School of Environmental Studies (SES) is a dynamic, interdisciplinary unit with a strong emphasis on engaged, field and problem-based learning. We offer a BA or BSc (with a requirement of a double-major), MA and MSc, and PhD degrees, and partner to deliver certificate, diploma, and professional development certificate programs in the Restoration of Natural Systems program and the newly launched certificate in Transformative Climate Action. Our research and teaching seek to bridge the natural and social sciences and humanities to provide students with the range of skills, knowledge and experience necessary to address contemporary environmental challenges. This requires an ongoing commitment to curricular innovation, community engagement, and reflective practice.

**The salary range for this position is**:
**Recruitment range: $68,897- $75,964** starting salary determined by the PEA Collective Agreement.

**Performance range: starting salary to max of $89,609** is available through annual performance increases.

**_*This position is eligible for a Hybrid Work Arrangement*_**
- Job SummaryObjectives:

- Improve current processes and optimize procedures to ensure the School or Department operates smoothly and effectively.
- Oversee office operations and planning, financial management and assistance to the School Director or Department Chair.
- Support the School or Department leadership to meet long-term planning and academic goals.
- Supervise administrative staff including recruiting, performance development, coaching, and workload management.
- Job RequirementsThis position requires a level of education, training, and experience equivalent an undergraduate degree plus three years of related administrative experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Knowledge, skills, and abilities:

- Demonstrated commitment to valuing the principles of truth, reconciliation and respect, equity diversity and inclusion, and contributing to an inclusive and respectful working and learning environment.
- Demonstrated administrative and organizational skills.
- Demonstrated experience leading and motivating a team of professionals.
- Demonstrated critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
- Demonstrated experience preparing technical materials such as budget analysis, proposals, and presentations.
- Experience working with various social media platforms and how each network can be optimally applied in different scenarios.
- Ability to collaborate successfully with individuals from diverse backgrounds and at all levels of the university.
- Ability to gather, synthesize, evaluate, and interpret information from a variety of sources.
- Superior communication skills
- Proactive judgement and initiative to manage day to day operations of a complex unit
- Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven track record achieving project goals on time and producing deliverables.
- Familiarity with and interest in the School or Department, and area of study.
- Knowledge of UVic’s, roles, policies, and systems is preferred.

**Territory acknowledgement**

We acknowledge and respect the lək̓ʷəŋən peoples on whose traditional territory the university stands and the Songhees, Esquimalt and W̱SÁNEĆ peoples whose historical relationships with the land continue to this day.

**Equity and Diversity Statement**

**Accessibility Statement



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