Job Description

Date Posted: 08/15/2022
Req ID:26624
Faculty/Division: Faculty of Music
Department: Faculty of Music
Campus: St. George (Downtown Toronto)
Description:
POSITION SUMMARY: Reporting to the Dean, and working with the Faculty’s senior administrative leadership team, the Chief Administrative Officer (CAO) provides leadership and strategic direction for the overall revenue generation and business administration activities, and ensures the efficient and effective strategic management of the Faculty’s resources. The CAO has full managerial authority over the administrative staff in the office of the CAO. In consultation with the Dean, the incumbent oversees the delivery of administrative services and the development, implementation and evaluation of strategic short- and long-term administrative plans that support the mission of the Faculty. These Administrative Services include: Finance, Human Resources, IT, Facility Operations and Services and Space Management, Capital and Renovation Project Management, Health and Safety, as well as Risk Management. The CAO is responsible for developing, coordinating and implementing excellent standards in the core administrative systems that support Faculty, Staff and Students in all areas in the Faculty.
The CAO represents the Division in consultation with, or advice to, other University departments, divisions or portfolios in regard to University-wide administrative practices, processes or policies. The CAO also develops and maintains internal and external relations within the University and the broader community.
The incumbent provides advice and policy interpretation to the Dean, Associate Deans, Faculty, Managers and ensures administrative policies and procedures are in compliance with University policies and Government legislation and other relevant regulatory bodies.
EDUCATION: Masters’ degree in Business Administration or related professional accounting designation, or an equivalent combination of education and experience in the fields of finance, administration, operations and human resources.
EXPERIENCE: Minimum 8 years of professional management experience working in a complex and culturally diverse environment in Higher Education or relevant experience. Experience in the following: overseeing a significant administrative portfolio of finance, human resources, facility operations and services, space management, capital and renovation project management, health and safety, and risk management; working in a collaborative and collegial environment; managing in a unionized environment; developing and managing large budgets; and in project management.
SKILLS: Highly developed resource management skills and record of achievement in this area. Superior interpersonal and communications skills, while exhibiting sage judgment, insight, and discretion. Strong strategic and financial planning, budgeting and management skills. Sophisticated understanding of administrative services (e.g. finance, human resources, facility operation, etc.). Strong project management, problem solving, and negotiation skills. Demonstrated commitment to equity and diversity.
OTHER: Ability to manage multiple conflicting priorities and unexpected critical issues in a timely manner. Knowledge of relevant Faculty and University Policies.
Closing Date: 08/24/2022, 11:59PM ET
Employee Group: Salaried
Appointment Type: Budget - Term
Schedule: Full-Time
Pay Scale Group & Hiring Zone: PM 6 - Hiring Zone: $116,938 - $136,427 - Broadband Salary Range: $116,938 - $194,897
Job Category: Administrative / Managerial Note: This is a one (1) year TERM position, with the possibility of renewal.