Date Posted: 09/05/2025
Req ID: 45079
Faculty/Division: UofT Scarborough
Department: UTSC:Ofc of the Vice-Prin (Acad) & Dean
Campus: University of Toronto Scarborough (UTSC)
Position Number: 00038308

ABOUT US:

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. Our success has been made possible by the opportunity given to us by our Indigenous hosts to operate on their territory, and we cherish our continuing partnerships with these communities. The University of Toronto Scarborough is an exciting campus with unlimited potential. Join us on our journey.
The Office of the Dean provides leadership in academic programming and services to the campus, ensuring a positive and academically responsive environment to change. Within the broader University community, the Vice-Principal Academic & Dean represents the policies and points of view of U of T Scarborough, and makes independent judgments on University matters. Within U of T Scarborough, the Vice-Principal Academic & Dean promotes the teaching, research, and scholarship of the faculty, the career development of the administrative staff, and the over-all well-being of students.
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.

ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s Degree and/or acceptable combination of equivalent education and experience.
• Minimum of 5 years related administrative experience in a University environment, with demonstrated knowledge of the policies and procedures of the University of Toronto and UTSC. Experience working with and interpreting academic policies. Background in matters of student code and governance.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office - all applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook), OurSpace, SharePoint, OneDrive; UTSC Intranet; ROSI Express, website updating tools (Drupal)
• Strong organizational skills and ability to prioritize and to work independently.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (both verbal and written); ability to communicate effectively with students, faculty, administrators and legal counsel in often difficult circumstances.
• Proven skill in empowering and guiding teams toward shared goals within complex organizational structures.
• Demonstrated ability in developing and delivering educational content to inform and engage the university community on institutional policies.
• Experience handling confidential and sensitive information with discretion; remaining calm and professional in distressing situations.
• Applicants are also expected to show evidence of a commitment to equity, diversity, inclusion, and the promotion of a respectful and collegial learning and working environment.

LIVED EXPERIENCE STATEMENT

Candidates who are members of Indigenous, Black, racialized and 2SLGBTQ+ communities, persons with disabilities, and other equity deserving groups are encouraged to apply, and their lived experience shall be taken into consideration as applicable to the posted position

YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES WILL INCLUDE:

• Assessing and recommending corrective action to resolve code violations
• Determining appropriate disciplinary actions for breaches of policy and codes of conduct
• Responding to escalated complaints using informal negotiation skills
• Analyzing administrative processes and procedures and recommending changes for improvement
• Developing content and facilitating educational workshops and seminars
• Keeping well-informed on changes to policies, procedures, collective agreements, and applicable legislated requirements and communicating changes as needed
• Conducting detailed data analysis to inform management decision making
• Coordinating tasks for projects and other strategic initiatives with stakeholders

TO BE SUCCESSFUL IN THIS ROLE YOU WILL BE:

• Approachable
• Communicator
• Organized
• Possess a positive attitude
• Procedural
• Resilient
• Resourceful