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Organizational Unit

University of Victoria -> Faculty of Education -> Dean's Office

Location

University of Victoria - Victoria, BC V8W 2Y2 CA (Primary)

Posting Close Date

31 October 2026

Please note that positions will close at 4 p.m. on the closing date.

FTE

1.0

Salary Grade

$103,791.00 - $149,199.00

Salary posted will be pro-rated based on FTE and achieved as per the collective agreement, if applicable.

Additional Posting Information

N/A

Classification

ME10

Employee Group

Management Excluded - Continuing

# of Hires Needed

1

Category

Administrative and Support Services

About this Opportunity

The University of Victoria is one of Victoria's largest employers and one of Canada’s best diversity employers. Together we are more than 5,000 dedicated faculty, librarians and staff supporting the University of Victoria’s diverse academic programs, world-class research and commitment to civic engagement.

An employee in this classification is excluded from the bargaining unit as defined in the Labour Relations Code

The salary range for this position is:

- Recruitment range: $103,791 - $129,737 maximum starting salary is determined through knowledge, experience and internal equity.
- Performance range: $149,199 salary range ceiling is available through annual performance increases.

Job Summary

Under the direction of the Dean, and in collaboration with Associate Deans and Chairs/Directors as applicable, the Director, Administration (DA) is responsible for the management of the finances, administration and operations of the Faculty.





The DA coordinates the annual Academic and Resource Planning processes for the Faculty including contributing to the development of Enhanced Planning data and submissions for the Faculty and its departments and schools, working with Deans, Associate Deans, Chairs/Directors to ensure plans align to Faculty strategic plans and the university’s Strategic Framework and its subsidiary plans.

The annual planning and allocation process includes the operational and strategic planning and management of all aspects of the Faculty budget including the development, control and administration of the annual budget. Undertakes regular analysis and forecasting of budget position and develops reports for the Dean. Works closely with the Dean to develop budget proposals for the Vice President Academic and to review budget proposals from reporting units.

The DA is also responsible for advising, guiding, supporting and coordinating Faculty-wide staff human resources management, including workforce planning, ensuring consistency with all related University policies and procedures, collective agreements, and resource planning/administration. In addition, this position directly manages the office of the Dean and other administrative units as assigned.

This position leads the development and administration of effective internal communication practices that enhance individual, unit and organizational effectiveness.



Contributes to the improvement of the flow of information into and throughout the Faculty. Acts as a liaison for the Faculty, collaborating with key internal Offices including the Offices of the Vice-President Academic and Provost, VP Finance and Operations, Human Resources, Faculty Relations, General Council, Financial Services, Budget Office, Internal Audit, Facilities Management, External Relations, Student Affairs and University Secretary on related administrative issues or projects.

As the role is primarily responsible for the effectiveness of Faculty systems and processes, continuously seeks to enhance service and communication by updating systems, spaces, processes and internal policies so they responsively underpin research and teaching, maximize efficiency and support the success of students.

Job Requirements

Qualifications and experience:

Bachelor’s Degree in appropriate discipline, and a minimum of 5 to 7 years’ senior level administrative experience working in a post-secondary environment.

An equivalent combination of education, such as a relevant graduate degree in business, leadership or public administration, and experience acceptable to the university may be considered.

Experience to include:

- Management and administration of financial, material, physical and technological resources in a large and complex organization.
- Management and supervision of staff, preferably in a multiple union/collective agreement post secondary workplace.
- Leading and managing change initiatives including process redesign and change leadership.
- Project management, includin

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