Grant MacEwan University Looking for Faculty Governance Administrator at Edmonton, AB Full Time

FACULTIES OF NURSING AND HEALTH & COMMUNITY STUDIES

Competition No. 22.03.42

CATEGORY SALARY CLOSING DATE

Full-Time Continuing MSA band E (Steps 1-5): $28.81 – $35.68 per hour April 8, 2022

About Us

MacEwan University is where caring faculty help people connect their passions to their future paths. Located in the heart of Edmonton’s diverse and dynamic downtown community, and on the traditional lands of Treaty 6 First Nations and homelands of the Métis people, MacEwan is known for exceptional undergraduate learning. With its dedication to teaching excellence, informed by scholarly research, innovation, and creative activity, MacEwan provides an exceptional collaborative and supportive learning environment with a commitment to human rights, environmental sustainability, and opportunities for community engagement. We are committed to creating an equitable, diverse, inclusive, and welcoming community for all peoples, cultures, and identities.

Our comprehensive undergraduate university offers 59 programs to more than 18,000 full- and part-time students in business, communications, community and human services, design, fine and performing arts, health, humanities, natural science, nursing, public safety, and social science. Through a wide array of experiential learning opportunities, and strategic relationships in the community, we partner with others to produce graduates of stature. Along with a robust grounding in their chosen disciplines, MacEwan students are given durable life skills that prepare them to take on the world.

Opportunity

The Faculties of Nursing and Health & Community Studies are seeking an organized, confident, enthusiastic, and motivated individual to support the governance processes of both Faculties. You will work with both Deans’ offices as well as the Offices of the Provost and University Governance to ensure that governance processes operate in accordance with policy and other regulations.

Specifically, you would be responsible for:
Providing governance-related analysis, advice and support to the Deans, Associate Deans and Department Chairs.

Establishing and administering appropriate processes to support the governance functions of both Faculties and ensure alignment with institutional policy, process and practice and with relevant regulatory requirements.

Providing the Secretariat function for the Faculty Councils and their Executive and other governance committees within the Faculties.

Advising Faculty Council and Committee Chairs and members on governance matters and facilitating the operation of committees established to conduct Faculty business.

Supporting aspects of the processes laid out in the MacEwan Faculty Association Collective Agreement with respect to academic appointment, performance evaluation, tenure and promotion.

SKILLS

Specific skills that are required for this position include:
Strong communication (written, verbal and interpersonal) skills

Sound judgement, diplomacy and the ability to foster and maintain positive collegial relationships with a variety of internal and external stakeholders

Ability to exercise initiative, work independently and manage multiple priorities with minimal supervision

Demonstrated ability to assess situations and problem-solve

Demonstrated ability to handle confidential and sensitive information appropriately

Demonstrated ability to analyze data and processes.

QUALIFICATIONS

Diploma in a Business Administration; Administrative Professional diploma; or diploma in a related field

Three years of senior administrative experience, preferably in a post-secondary or related public sector environment; exposure to academic governance or faculty relations an asset.

Demonstrated technical skills, experience, and efficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and Google applications.

BENEFITS

When you become part of the MacEwan team, you will enjoy a competitive salary. Our total compensation package includes:

Competitive base pay

Generous vacation time

Secure pension plan

Excellent benefits package

Continuous learning culture

Opportunities for career growth

How to Apply

To apply, go to https://www.macewan.ca/careers and select the job posting. If you require assistance, please contact us at [email protected]

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.

This position is included under the MacEwan Staff Association Collective Agreement. Please note, initial salary placement for external candidates is limited to the first five steps of the salary grid.

Diversity Statement

MacEwan University is committed to fostering the principles of equity, diversity, and inclusion within our community, and we are dedicated to removing barriers that have been historically encountered and are currently experienced by some members of our society. We welcome and encourage applications from Indigenous peoples, racialized persons, visible minorities, women, persons with disabilities, sexual and gender minorities, and members of all equity-deserving groups. We believe that the diversity of our students, staff, and faculty serve as a strength of our institution and benefit to society. We are committed to ensuring full and inclusive participation for all in our community.

Accessibility Statement

We strive to provide an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, beginning with the hiring process. If you require accommodation, we want to ensure you have the support you need to showcase your abilities. Please contact [email protected] and we will support you to the best of our ability.

Personal Information Collection Notification

Personal information is being collected to determine your qualifications for employment. This information is collected, used and protected under the authority of and in accordance with the provisions of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act. It may be provided to non-HR members of a hiring and interview panel if your application advances to that stage of the hiring process. If you have any questions about these arrangements, please contact: Human Resources, University Services Centre, Rm. 10-600, 10700-104 Avenue, Edmonton, Alberta, T5J 4S2 or phone (780) 497-5434.