Faculty Finance and Administration Manager, SCS
COMPETITION NO. AD26-27
Band 11: $100,363 - $125,454
About
Durham College:
Durham College (DC) is a leading post-secondary institution that
supports students to develop career-ready skills for the ever-changing job
market. With a focus on experiential learning, led by expert faculty, through
field placements, applied research, co-ops and other hands-on opportunities, DC
grads are known for having the skills and knowledge they need to adapt to the
ever-changing workforce.
A leader in innovative teaching and learning, Durham College offers a wide range of market-driven programs across multiple disciplines, including culinary management, farming and horticulture, business, IT, construction and trades, science and technology, health care, engineering, social and community services, media, art and design.
Our modern campuses in Oshawa and Whitby offer 145 programs – including six bachelor’s degrees and 11 apprenticeship programs – to more than 11,000 full-time post-secondary and nearly 3,000 apprenticeship students. In addition, we have more than 16,000 student registrations in professional and part-time learning. More than 120,000 alumni represent the college, both locally and around the world.
DC has an estimated annual economic impact of more than $913 million on Durham Region and is proud to be an active and engaged member of the communities we serve by contributing resources and expertise to enhance social and economic well-being through partnerships, investments and collaboration.
Duties and Responsibilities:
The Faculty Finance and Administration Manager plays a critical role in the overall administration and leadership of the Faculty of Social and Community Services. This position provides strategic, financial, and operational oversight to ensure the effective delivery of Faculty initiatives, special projects, academic programming, and day-to-day operations. Reporting to the Executive Dean, the incumbent acts as the key liaison between Faculty leadership, internal college services, community partners, and government agencies. The role requires advanced financial acumen, project management expertise, and strong leadership skills to coordinate staff, manage budgets, and ensure accountability in all aspects of Faculty administration.
Financial Management and Budget Oversight:
- Lead operating and capital budget cycles, monitor variances, and ensure alignment with priorities.
- Prepare financial analyses, costing models, and reports for leadership.
- Oversee procurement processes, compliance with policies, and credit card reconciliations.
Project and Special Initiatives Management:
- Provide leadership and coordination for faculty-wide and external projects.
- Plan, coordinate, and implement Faculty-wide and external projects.
- Manage timelines, deliverables, logistics, and quality assurance.
- Build and maintain partnerships with community and funding agencies.
- Support proposal writing, funding applications, and revenue generation.
- Analyze project data and create comprehensive reports.
Operational Leadership and Office Management:
- Supervise and support administrative and student staff.
- Develop and maintain SOPs, records management, and risk/compliance systems.
- Provide operational support for scheduling, events, accreditation, and professional development.
- Lead the identification of Faculty needs including specialized space, equipment, classroom/office renovations, classroom/lab supplies, etc. and oversee procurement and implementation
- Contribute to strategic planning and identify efficiencies.
Stakeholder and Partnership Engagement
- Represent the Faculty on committees and working groups.
- Strengthen relationships with internal departments and external partners.
- Coordinate marketing, recruitment and outreach activities including annual asset review.
- Coordinate promotional activities and events to enhance program visibility.
Qualifications:
- A minimum of a 4-year degree in Business Administration, Finance or Accounting.
- A minimum of 5-years experience in budgeting, forecasting, financial analysis
- Demonstrated leadership and staff supervision experience.
- Demonstrated commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion in all matters related to students, staffing and programming.
- Project management expertise is considered an asset.
- Knowledge of post-secondary education considered an asset
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to prepare clear reports, deliver presentations, and build effective relationships across diverse stakeholders.
- Strong interpersonal skills, including the ability to lead teams, resolve conflicts, and manage stakeholder expectations.
- High-level organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook) and collaborative platforms (Teams, OneDrive).
- Experience with enterprise financial systems, and project management software
- Experience with student information systems considered an asset. (e.g., Banner, or equivalent)
Please note this posting is for an existing vacancy.
Please apply below
by submitting your cover letter and resume to the online portal. Job Competition closes at 7:00 p.m. EST on October 8, 2026. Competition number AD26-27.
Contact Us T:905.721.2000 HumanResources@durhamcollege.ca
C Wing, Second Floor - 2000 Simcoe St. N. Oshawa, ON
Durham College invites applications from all qualified individuals. Durham is committed to fostering workplace diversity, and, provides accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout our hiring process. If you require this information in alternate format; require communication supports; an accommodation in applying for a posting and/or if you are selected for an interview, please contact our Human Resources (HR) department and an HR assistant will work with you to meet your needs.
We thank you for your interest in employment with Durham College however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
Land Acknowledgement
Durham College is situated on the traditional lands of the First Peoples of the Mississaugas of Scugog Island First Nation. These lands are covered under the Williams Treaties and rest within the traditional territory of the Anishinaabeg. We offer our gratitude to the Indigenous Peoples who care for and, through the treaty process, share the lands on which we live, learn, teach and prosper today.
