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About the Role

The Department Manager will contribute to the overall vision, goals, and mission of the Department of Computer and Mathematical Sciences (CMS) by playing a key role in the department's strategic planning. The Manager will have responsibility for strategic planning and departmental operations management, human resources management, financial management, student programming and academic experience management, academic administration, outreach and public communications, lab operations administration, and space and facilities management including leading special infrastructure projects.

Responsibilities

Develop the department's strategic direction by developing short-term and long-term strategic plans.
Implement well-defined department protocols, leading-edge business processes and systems to increase efficiency and operational effectiveness.
Oversee the development and implementation of the annual and forecasted budgets.
Advise the Chair on complex financial matters to ensure accountability and compliance with the University of Toronto Guide to Financial Management.
Exercise judgment and initiative in resolving departmental and operations-related issues.
Anticipate and resolve potential financial and operational challenges.
Provide functional advice and/or expertise on complex issues related to university policies, legislation, and collective agreements.
Act as a departmental representative for CMS on various committees.
Lead and build a team of administrative staff.
Manage human resources, including organizational design, assignment of work, and hiring, performance management, and professional development of staff.
Liaise with Human Resources Services on matters related to collective agreements and policies governing unionized and non-unionized employees.
Work on long-range planning of staffing needs and potential organizational changes.
Effectively manage the day-to-day operations of CMS ensuring the attainment of strategic goals and priorities.

Requirements

University degree in business, accounting, or finance, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Minimum of 5 years of related and progressive management experience.
Demonstrated experience in strategic planning, operational management, and financial management including budget modeling and forecasting.
Experience leading strategic planning initiatives and developing and implementing business plans and/or processes to increase efficiency and optimization of resources.
Strong financial management skills and proficiency with generally accepted accounting practices and principles.
Proven ability to oversee and effectively manage short-term and long-term financial plans, priorities, and objectives.
Experience managing, leading, and coaching staff within a unionized setting.
Knowledge of human resources policies and procedures and collective agreement interpretation.
Experience working with and interpreting policies and procedures pertaining to budget, finance, and academic administration.
Demonstrated experience in liaising with senior administrators, responding to and handling matters of a complex and sensitive nature.

Skills

Strong business and finance acumen.
Ability to research and analyze data to effectively identify trends and opportunities and mitigate risks.
Strong relationship building skills.
Ability to effectively represent and advance the interests of the department.
High degree of initiative and self-motivation.
Ability to adapt and respond to changes and fluctuating demand.
Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.
Proficiency with MS Office Suites (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
Proficiency with Human Resource Information Systems (HRIS).
Proficiency with Financial Information Systems (FIS).
Excellent interpersonal skills.
Excellent communication (oral and written) skills.
Excellent public relations skills.
Excellent negotiation skills.
Excellent diplomacy skills.
High level of professionalism, independence, and judgment.
Ability to maintain the highest level of confidentiality.
Collaborative and consultative management style.
Ability to work effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
Strong time management skills.
Strong organizational skills.
Ability to manage conflicting priorities and deadlines.
Ability to deal effectively with difficult people and situations by exercising tact and diplomacy.
Commitment to equity, diversity, inclusion, and the promotion of a respectful and collegial learning and working environment.

Location

University of Toronto Scarborough (UTSC)

Work Type

Full-Time
Term

Experience Level

5 years of related and progressive management experience

Education Level

University degree in business, accounting, or finance, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Professional accounting designation preferred.

Salary/Compensations

$106,705 - $124,491
$106,705 - $177,843

About the Company

The University of Toronto Scarborough is a place of energy, enthusiasm and passion. Our commitment to inclusive excellence attracts the brightest learners, scholars and employees from around the globe.
The Department of Computer and Mathematical Sciences comprises Computer Science, Mathematics, and Statistics. All three disciplines play fundamental roles in science, engineering, and many other areas of academic inquiry and technological innovation. The department offers programs that specialize on a wide range of topics, such as Software Engineering, Machine Learning and Data Mining, Quantitative Finance, Mathematics, and Applied Statistics.

Equal Opportunity

This search aligns with the University’s commitment to strategically and proactively promote diversity among our community members (Statement on Equity, Diversity & Excellence). Recognizing that Black, Indigenous, and other Racialized communities have experienced inequities that have developed historically and are ongoing, we strongly welcome and encourage candidates from those communities to apply.
Must show evidence of a commitment to equity, diversity, inclusion, and the promotion of a respectful and collegial learning and working environment.