Divisional Business Manager, The Wilson School of Design

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Job Details

Full Time

Location

Richmond, BC

Job Description

We are currently seeking a Divisional Business Manager to join our Wilson School of Design team.

Job Overview

This role reports to the Dean, Wilson School of Design. Reporting directly to this position are BCGEU support staff positions for the Wilson School of Design (WSD).

As an integral member of the administrative leadership team for the Wilson School of Design, the Divisional Business Manager (DBM) is responsible for providing strategic administrative leadership to the Faculty. The DBM is accountable for the implementation and oversight of management, financial and human resources systems, classroom and lab utilization, and controls to ensure Faculty operations are effective and efficient and meet the needs of each program and department.

The DBM leads and manages processes associated with the planning and implementation of a variety of initiatives. They collaborate with the Dean to foster positive and effective working relationships within the Faculty and the University community, as well as with external colleagues, agencies, institutions and government stakeholders.

The DBM collaborates with department Chairs and Coordinators in enrollment planning, scheduling, resourcing, and management of the Faculty's programs. They provide direction to faculty and staff for matters relating to policy, systems, procedures, budget, and collective agreement interpretation. They work closely with Enrollment and Registrar Services, International Education, and other academic Faculties to ensure streamlined and effective enrollment management and program structures that meet the needs of students.

Education and Experience

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or Business Management, or related field required;
Minimum five years of educational administrative experience with increasing levels of responsibility;
Or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Demonstrated team leadership and the ability to engage and motivate employees, to work collaboratively as an effective team player throughout an organization. Previous experience working in a complex and unionized higher educational institution is preferred.
Demonstrated abilities in coordinating activities, evaluating data, and establishing priorities.
Knowledge of external accrediting agencies, administrative and reporting requirements, strategic enrollment management concepts and academic policies and processes that contribute to a quality educational experience preferred.
Experience recruiting, supervising, and managing performance of staff.
Demonstrated ability to perform complex budget management.
Advance knowledge of standard computer applications such as word-processing, spreadsheets, and databases.
Proven ability to deal with sensitive situations that call for the use of diplomacy, tact and professionalism in the delivery of information and explanations.
Ability to develop collegial relationships and maintain effective working relationships.
Ability to plan and manage multiple projects in a rapidly changing environment, effectively prioritizing work to meet departmental goals.
Demonstrated innovation and change management skills which include supporting and encouraging new ideas and approaches to build organizational effectiveness.
Demonstrated judgment, discretion and the ability to maintain a high degree of confidentiality.
Ability to travel between campuses is required.

Competencies

Leadership: KPU employees inspire, coach, mentor, and support students, employees and KPU as a whole in achieving objectives.
Accountability: KPU employees demonstrate fiscal accountability and take ownership for their actions, decisions and results.
Continuous Improvement: KPU employees take a creative approach to opportunities, exploring unique ways to create optimal value for the KPU community.
Collaboration: KPU employees work in functional and cross-functional teams, coming together to solve complex issues and accomplish objectives that will benefit the KPU community.

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Salary Information

The above compensation range is the span between the minimum and maximum base salary for a position. Typically, initial salary placement is approximately halfway between the minimum and the maximum. This represents an employee that possesses full job knowledge, qualifications and experience for the position. In the normal course, employees will be hired, transferred or promoted between the minimum and approximately halfway of the salary range for a job with consideration given to internal equity.

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