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University of Victoria

Director, Administration

Victoria, BC, Canada

Full-time

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Job type: Full-time
Apply by: Nov 15, 2026
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.
Posting language: English
Posted: Oct 16, 2026

Original job description

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.

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 environment.
Leading and managing change initiatives including process redesign and change leadership.
Project management, including the ability to manage and prioritize projects/work to meet deadlines.

Key Job-specific Competencies

University Competencies:

Honour people and place through personal insight, indigenous acumen, and social and cultural responsivity:

Self-awareness and personal insight into one’s own multiple social locations and the impact they may have on others
Understanding of issues and concerns of equity-seeking groups; contextual understanding of the dynamics of prejudice, discrimination and harassment, including sexualized violence

Work Together through development of partnerships and inviting diverse perspectives:

Possesses a personable and genuine manner that is welcoming and conducive to cooperative interaction
Works efficiently, effectively, and collaboratively to build a clear sense of direction and achieve results within realistic time-frames
Establishes trust and manages difficult and often highly emotional circumstances while maintaining respect, dignity and integrity of all involved
Demonstrates commitment to a collaborative and collegial management style, including the ability to coach, mentor and inspire others
Is a highly effective communicator

Make a Difference through seeing the big picture, telling our story, and supporting the student experience

Ability to align goals of the Faculty with the strategic objectives of the university
Ability to think strategically
Ability to seek out ways to support the student experience
Demonstrated curiosity and interest in the accomplishments and contributions of colleagues and/or students

Make it Better through a focus on quality, service excellence, making informed decisions and remaining agile

Ability to embrace and positively adapt to change
Possesses high standards of ethical integrity
Is organized and analytical; has the ability to set priorities and see them implemented in realistic time-frames
Functions well in a fast-paced and dynamic environment
Demonstrates excellent judgment and is steadfast and calm, especially in stressful situations
Is resilient during emotionally charged situations faced by self and other team members

Unusual working conditions

Frequent periods of high volume of work related to responsibilities and deadlines. The work schedule, priorities and deadlines for the AD are self-determined according to the day-to-day priorities of the Faculty, Dean and individual department chairs, and may change rapidly and on short notice. The deadlines for many activities and tasks are non-negotiable and may be tight.

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Responsibilities

Leads the Faculty’s financial, administrative, and operational management, including annual planning, budgeting, forecasting, workforce planning, and staff human resources support. Manages the Dean’s office and assigned administrative units, coordinates internal communications and university-wide liaison work, and improves systems and processes to support teaching, research, and student success.

Requirements

Requires a bachelor’s degree in an appropriate discipline and at least 5–7 years of senior-level administrative experience in a post-secondary environment; an equivalent combination of relevant graduate education and experience may be considered. Experience should include managing resources and staff, preferably in a unionized post-secondary setting, leading change and process redesign, and managing projects and deadlines.

Skills

Financial Management
Budget Planning and Administration
Resource Planning
Workforce Planning
Human Resources Management
Staff Supervision
Strategic Planning
Change Management
Process Redesign
Project Management
Forecasting and Analysis
Internal Communications
Policy Administration
Stakeholder Collaboration
Prioritization
Leadership

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Keywords

Higher Education
Faculty Administration
Academic Planning
Resource Planning
Strategic Planning
Budget Development
Budget Control
Financial Forecasting
Financial Analysis
Workforce Planning
Human Resources Management
Collective Agreements
Staff Supervision
Change Leadership
Process Redesign
Project Management
Internal Communications
University Policies
Administrative Operations
Student Experience
Service Excellence
Stakeholder Relations
Facilities Management
Risk and Internal Audit
Organizational Effectiveness

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