Academic Department Manager I

**Job Summary**

As a key member of the administrative team, the Academic Department Manager (ADM) of Sociology will perform an integral role in shaping the direction of the department by providing administrative and operational leadership, as well as visioning and strategic planning. The ADM will inform the Chair on all financial, human resources, space, curriculum, and strategic matters pertaining to the department.

The ADM of Sociology will collaborate with senior administrative staff within the Faculty and with central offices such as the Office of the Provost and Vice-President (Academic), the School of Graduate Studies, the Office of the Registrar, Human Resources, Institutional Research and Analysis, ROADS, MILO, Finance, Research Finance and Facility Services.

With a talent for establishing processes and building an administrative team, the ADM Sociology will work with the Chair, Director of Finance and Administration of the Faculty of Social Sciences and Faculty members within the department to establish and maintain a robust administrative and governance infrastructure within the department.

With the help of their team, and the support of the Dean’s Office, the ADM of Sociology will assist in building knowledge and capacity around the university’s budgeting and financial processes and systems, human resources policies and procedures, graduate and undergraduate student administration and research finance and administration.

**Education**

A Bachelor's degree in Administration, or a related field.

**Experience**

This role is best suited to someone with 3-5 years of prior experience in supervisory roles within an academic administrative environment.

A proven record of high accomplishment in problem solving in complex environments, and demonstrated abilities in management and leadership, preferably in an academic environment.

**Skills and Knowledge**

Exceptional organizational skills and an ability to lead long term planning

Effective leadership and management skills

Outstanding interpersonal skills

Excellent communication skills

Considerable discretion, judgement, tact, creativity and initiative

Capability to make decisions with authority and confidence

Great attention to detail

Thorough knowledge of the Faculty of Social Sciences and McMaster University, including policies and procedures

**How To Apply**

**Employment Equity Statement**

McMaster University is located on the traditional territories of the Haudenosaunee and Mississauga Nations and within the lands protected by the “Dish With One Spoon” wampum agreement.

The diversity of our workforce is at the core of our innovation and creativity and strengthens our research and teaching excellence. In keeping with its Statement on Building an Inclusive Community with a Shared Purpose, McMaster University strives to embody the values of respect, collaboration and diversity, and has a strong commitment to employment equity.

Job applicants requiring accommodation to participate in the hiring process should contact:

- Human Resources Service Centre at 905-525-9140 ext. 222-HR (22247), or
- Faculty of Health Sciences HR Office at ext. 22207, or
- School of Graduate Studies at ext. 23679

to communicate accommodation needs.

**Hybrid Work Language**

To ensure an ongoing and vibrant University community that meets the needs of our students, staff and faculty and supports the University mission, ability to work on-site continues to be a requirement for most University positions. The University is supportive of exploring flexible work arrangements that effectively balance operational needs and employee interests.