JOB SUMMARY:

The Associate Director, Academic Programs holds a leadership position, reporting to the Director of Finance & Administration with a dotted line to the Associate Dean. Working closely with the Associate Dean, they are responsible for coordinating the strategic evolution of policies and operational services aligned with the educational goals of the Faculty and University at large.
Their role as a key advisor and primary non-faculty authority on academic affairs involves ensuring enrollment targets are met and overseeing admissions processes. This encompasses various tasks such as policy development, academic support, maintaining academic standards, enhancing curriculum, and assurance and assessment of program quality.
This role leads a diverse team to maintain a high-quality academic environment within the Faculty. Additionally, they collaborate with other leaders within the Faculty on initiatives such as work integrated learning, student recruitment, and enrollment management, contributing significantly to the Faculty’s strategic objectives.
Their responsibilities directly impact student success, academic integrity, and overall Faculty achievements. In carrying out a wide range of duties, the incumbent adapts to the University’s evolving educational landscape and addresses the needs of its community.
Ultimately the role collaborates with the Associate Dean to ensure that each student is embarking on a course path that will lead to completion of their degree, that they are appropriately supported and advised academically, and that challenges related to their academic activities or their health and wellness as related to their academic progress, are addressed in a timely manner.

EMPLOYMENT EQUITY STATEMENT

McMaster University is located on the traditional territories of the Haudenosaunee and Mississauga Nations and within the lands protected by the “Dish With One Spoon” wampum agreement.
The diversity of our workforce is at the core of our innovation and creativity and strengthens our research and teaching excellence. In keeping with its Statement on Building an Inclusive Community with a Shared Purpose, McMaster University strives to embody the values of respect, collaboration and diversity, and has a strong commitment to employment equity.
The University seeks qualified candidates who share our commitment to equity and inclusion, who will contribute to the diversification of ideas and perspectives, and especially welcomes applications from indigenous (First Nations, Métis or Inuit) peoples, members of racialized communities, persons with disabilities, women, and persons who identify as 2SLGBTQ+.
As part of McMaster’s commitment, all applicants are invited to complete a confidential Applicant Diversity Survey through the online application submission process. The Survey questionnaire requests voluntary self-identification in relation to equity-seeking groups that have historically faced and continue to face barriers in employment. Please refer to the Applicant Diversity Survey - Statement of Collection for additional information.

Job applicants requiring accommodation to participate in the hiring process should contact:

• Human Resources Service Centre at 905-525-9140 ext. 222-HR (22247), or
• Faculty of Health Sciences HR Office at ext. 22207, or
• School of Graduate Studies at ext. 23679

to communicate accommodation needs.

INTERVIEW EXPERIENCE

At McMaster University, we believe in a comprehensive and inclusive interview process. Our interview methods encompass a variety of approaches that allow our hiring teams to provide a flexible and accessible experience for engaging with our candidates. Throughout your recruitment process at McMaster, you may be requested to participate in a variety of formats, that may include in-person, virtual or recorded interviews. If you have any questions as you move through the hiring process, please reach out to talent@mcmaster.ca or the HR contact associated with your position of interest.