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Posting Summary
| Posting Number: CPM-11339 |
| Position Title: Academic Affairs Officer |
| Department: Office of the Dean, Faculty of Graduate Studies |
| Affiliation: CPM |
| Salary Grade: F |
| Hiring Salary Range: $82,805 - $93,155 |
| Maximum of Salary Range: $113,856 |
| Duration: Permanent Full-Time |
| Hours: 8:30 am - 4:30 pm |
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Purpose:
The Office of the Dean in the Faculty of Graduate Studies provides essential support
to students, faculty, postdoctoral fellows and staff at York University. The Dean’s
Office promotes and enhances the quality of graduate education, post-doctoral
activities and fosters excellence in teaching and research. The Faculty of Graduate
Studies serves close to 100 graduate programs and diplomas that house more than
6,000 students.
The Academic Affairs Officer supports the Faculty of Graduate Studies in the broad
areas of Strategic Planning; Policy, Governance, and Curriculum; Research and
Professional Development; and Academic Appointments. The Academic Affairs
Officer supports Faculty Council and its committees; provides high-level support for
the development of new graduate programs and maintenance of academic quality
for all existing graduate programs; develops, analyses and advises on courses of
action regarding academic policy and Faculty regulations for the Faculty; develops,
interprets and implements Faculty, University and governmental policies, regulations
and procedures; oversees scholarship, award and postdoctoral services for York
University; supports and enhances research intensification; and administers all
faculty appointments for FGS. |
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Education:
University degree required, completion of a Masters preferred. |
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Experience:
Minimum five years’ experience with University and Faculty governance structures and
legislation is essential, including managing committees, academic planning, drafting
reports and policy development. Experience in the administration of collective
agreements is an asset. |
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Skills:
Superior communication skills, including both written and oral communication, and
specific skill in researching and writing complex reports, planning and policy
documents and legislation; skill in synthesizing, analyzing, and interpreting complex
information and policy documents; strong numerical literacy including familiarity with
the use of Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to track performance towards goals
and outcome measures. In-depth knowledge of Senate academic policies,
procedures and approval mechanisms and broad knowledge of parliamentary
procedure. Demonstrated ability to interact effectively with senior university and
government officials comfortably and professionally with a customer-service
orientation and maintaining confidentiality. Demonstrated project management skills,
excellent attention to detail and the ability to exercise good judgment and discretion.
The ability to function independently with strong organizational skills and
demonstrated leadership in a management team environment. Intermediate to
Advance skills level for Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point; Basic Access and
Adobe required. |
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| Recruitment Checks:
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This position requires the candidate to produce a verification of degree(s), credentials(s), or equivalencies from accredited institutions and/or international equivalents at the time of interview.
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| Cover Letter Required: Yes |
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Dates:
| Internal Posting Date: August 8, 2018 |
| Internal Application Deadline: Posted until filled |
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| Extended Posting Date: August 8, 2018 |
| Extended Application Deadline: Posted until filled |
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| External Posting Date: August 8, 2018 |
| External Application Deadline: Posted until filled |
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Please Note: All applications must be received by 4:30 p.m. on the posted deadline date.
Thank you for your interest in a career with York University.
Are you interested in applying to CPM-11339?
To apply to this position click the following link to access our online application portal: https://hr2.apps01.yorku.ca/machform/view.php?id=13474
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- You have submitted a complete application package using our online application portal*. A complete application package consists of the completed application form, a cover letter and resume
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