Academic Administrative Officer

University of Victoria

  • Sedgewick, AB
  • $75,755-98,528 per year
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 5 days ago
attacks. In order to do so, you must have JavaScript enabled in your web browser otherwise this site will fail to work correctly for you. See details of your web browser for how to enable JavaScript.Attention Safari users: This site requires cookies to function. Please click to accept the cookie. Cookies will be used strictly for the functioning of the site.Toggle navigationJob DetailsAcademic Administrative Officer - (992260.3)Share this job as a link in your status update to LinkedIn.Organizational UnitUniversity of Victoria -> Faculty of Social Sciences -> Indigenous Governance ProgramLocationUniversity of Victoria - Victoria, BC V8W 2Y2 CA (Primary)Posting Close Date14 September 2025Please note that positions will close at 4 p.m. on the closing date.FTE1.0Salary Grade$75,755.00 - $98,528.00Additional Posting InformationN/ASalary posted will be pro-rated based on FTE and achieved as per the collective agreement, if applicable.ClassificationSG11Start Date10/1/2025End Date3/31/2026Employee Group:PEA - Term# of Hires Needed1CategoryGeneral ManagementAbout this OpportunityThe University of Victoria is one of Victoria's largest employers and one of Canada's best diversity employers. Together we are more than 5,000 dedicated faculty, librarians and staff supporting the University of Victoria's diverse academic programs, world-class research and commitment to civic engagement.*This position is eligible for a Hybrid Work Arrangement*The salary range for this position is:
  • Recruitment range: $75,755 - $83,525 starting salary determined by the PEA Collective Agreement.
  • Performance range: $98,528 salary range ceiling is available through annual performance increases.
Job SummaryMandate:
Reporting to the Director, the position of Academic Administrative Officer (AAO) is responsible for administrative duties, coordinating, and supporting delivery of graduate programs and is the only professional staff (PEA) in IGOV.The incumbent is required to have broad knowledge and skills related to academic program management, local Indigenous protocols and ways of knowing, financial monitoring and reporting, human resource management, and supporting graduate student learning.Objectives:
  • Improve current processes and optimize procedures to ensure the School operates smoothly and effectively.
  • Oversee office operations and planning, financial management, and assistance to the School Director.
  • Support the School leadership to meet long-term planning and academic goals.
  • Supervise administrative staff including recruiting, performance development, coaching, and workload management.
This position may be required to work occasional evenings and weekends to assist with IGOV events.Job RequirementsThis position requires a level of education, training, and experience equivalent to a university degree plus three (3) years of related experience. An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience may be considered.Knowledge, skills, and abilities include:
  • Commitment to valuing diversity and contributing to an inclusive and respectful working and learning environment.
  • Cultural awareness of the Indigenous peoples of British Columbia and familiarity with Indigenous communities and the issues they face regarding the public post-secondary education system.
  • Ability to communicate effectively with individuals from diverse backgrounds and tailor communication style for different audiences and situations.
  • Demonstrated experience leading and motivating a team of professionals.
  • Demonstrated administrative and organizational skills.
  • Excellent critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
  • Demonstrated commitment to collaborative approaches and decision-making in a team environment.
  • Demonstrated experience creating technical materials such as budget analysis, proposals and presentations.
  • Ability to gather, synthesize, evaluate and interpret information from a variety of sources.
  • Experience working with various social media platforms and how each network can be optimally applied in different scenarios.
  • Experience in maintaining confidential and sensitive information.
  • Ability to build and maintain positive working relationships.
  • Demonstrated proactive judgement and initiative to manage day-to-day operations.
  • Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Ability to apply project management best practices to achieve project goals on time.
  • Ability to work effectively with standard office equipment and software.
  • Ability to work effectively and respectfully with Indigenous Elders and community members, Indigenous and non-Indigenous graduate students, faculty, and staff.
  • Demonstrated experience providing leadership and supervision to staff in a unionized and diverse environment, is an asset.
Territory Acknowledgement: We acknowledge and respect the Lək̓ʷəŋən (Songhees and Xʷsepsəm/Esquimalt) Peoples on whose territory the university stands, and the Lək̓ʷəŋən and WSÁNEĆ Peoples whose historical relationships with the land continue to this day.Equity Statement: UVic is committed to upholding the values of equity, diversity, inclusion and in our living, learning and work environments. In pursuit of our values, we seek members who are eager to actively participate in that shared responsibility. We actively encourage applications from members of .Read our full equity statement here:Accessibility Statement: If you anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application and hiring process contact:

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