Associate Director, Operations & Finance

About the role

**Classification \& Regular Hours**

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Hours per Week: 35

Salary Grade: 17

The base salary will be $82,230 \- $117,360 per annum. Starting salary will be aligned with the successful candidate’s experience, skills, and demonstrated qualifications.

**About Western**

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Since 1878, Western University has been committed to serving our communities through the pursuit of academic excellence and by providing students, faculty, and community members with life\-long opportunities for intellectual, social, and cultural growth. We seek excellent students, faculty, and staff to join us in what has become known as the "Western Experience" \- an opportunity to contribute to a better world through the development of new knowledge, new abilities, new connections, and new ways to make a difference.

**About Us**

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Student Experience fosters equitable learning environments in which all students can thrive to their full potential. Through our commitment to integrating research, theory, and practice across all of the programs, resources, and supports we provide, Student Experience leads an ecosystem of people, places, and spaces that empower student thriving. Our vision is for all Mustangs to discover their personalized pathway through Western’s rich, wholistic learning environment; engage in brave conversations with our diverse community on and off campus and develop the courage to be uncomfortable without fear of failure in order to thrive throughout their degree and after graduation.

At Western, the Student Experience portfolio is organized into three inter\-dependent pillars that provide the programs and supports that inspire Western Students to discover themselves; engage with their communities and thrive as learners. These Pillars are Wellness \& Wellbeing (Wellness Education Centre, Health \& Wellness Centre, and Student Support \& Case Management), Sport \& Recreation (Sport, Recreation, and Spirit \& Tradition), and Leadership \& Learning (Academic Support \& Engagement, Careers \& Experience, Entrepreneurship, and the Indigenous Student Centre). Professional and student staff working across these three pillars collaborate with student organizations and academic and administrative leaders throughout campus to foster inclusive and wholistic learning environments that maximize the potential of each student.

**Responsibilities**

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The Associate Director, Operations \& Finance will report to the Director, Sports and Recreation Services and be accountable for supporting for the achievement of the long\-range strategic planning, as well as the day\-to\-day implementation of all operations. Operations, Sports \& Recreation facilities and major capital initiatives. The Associate Director is responsible for long\-term facility planning, budget oversight, institutional partnerships, and ensuring department facilities and infrastructure align with the strategic priorities of the University and Sports \& Recreation. managing financial and human resources, leading and directing the work of others, and providing comprehensive consultation on a variety of administrative processes. Working closely with other members of the department leadership team, the Associate Director will ensure programs and services offered by the Department are contributing to a vibrant student experience and support the success of Sports and Recreation Services.

**Qualifications**

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Education:

* Undergraduate Degree in Business Management/Administration * CPA Designation, Master’s of Business Administration (MBA) preferred

Experience:

* 7 years’ administrative experience, managing budgets, human resources and financial experience in a complex office environment * 5 years’ experience supervising staff and projects * Experience with the implementation of strategic, human resources, and financial plans * Experience initiating, leading and implementing proactive processes, policies and strategies to facilitate improvement * Experience in an athletics and recreation program preferred

Knowledge, Skills \& Abilities:

* Knowledge of general office procedures, best practices, for assessing, developing and implementing new business processes and procedures * In\-depth knowledge of financial budgeting and principles to develop financial models, forecasts and analysis, of strategic planning processes, Human Resources principles and practices, Employment Standards Act and other relevant legislation * Ability to promote individual growth by encouraging others to learn new skills and develop themselves * Excellent interpersonal skills with an ability to work in a respectful manner with a diverse community of faculty and staff * Results\-oriented with the ability to motivate and coach employees to meet high performance standards, while working effectively as a member of the leadership team * Outstanding written and verbal communication skills with the ability to converse with, write reports for, and deliver presentations to all levels of the organization * Ability to quickly re\-allocate resources and adjust priorities in response to unexpected events or changing circumstances * Analytical skills in the areas of financial and business management to draft budget proposals, forecast expenses and monitor relevant accounts * Advanced computer skills in Word, Excel, Outlook and database expertise (PeopleSoft preferred) * Extremely organized and detail\-oriented with superior multi\-tasking skills * Understanding of privacy regulations and ability to work confidentiality * Ability to organize and effectively manage financial and human resources needed to achieve results * Excellent judgement with the ability to make sound assessment of urgency and appropriate consultations for resolution * Creative problem solving skills, with a consultative and collaborative approach to addressing issues and opportunities, especially regarding confidential/sensitive matters * A well\-defined sense of diplomacy, including solid negotiation and conflict resolution skills * Knowledge of human resource principles, practices and demonstrated ability in human resource planning * Demonstrated analytical ability with a sound knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles * Familiarity with University policies and procedures preferred

**Background Checks**

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Please note, successful applicants will be required to complete a credit check satisfactory to the employer.

**Western Values Diversity**

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The University invites applications from all qualified individuals. Western is committed to employment equity and diversity in the workplace and welcomes applications from women, members of racialized groups/visible minorities, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation, and persons of any gender identity or gender expression.

Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If you require accommodations for interviews or other meetings, please contact Human Resources or phone 519\-661\-2194\.

**Please Note:**

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This position is an existing vacancy. This position is fully in\-person, on\-site. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those chosen for an interview will be contacted.