Seneca Polytechnic Looking for Registrar at North York, Ontario, Canada Full Time

Guided by The Next – A Strategic Plan for Seneca Polytechnic , we offer a working environment that is innovative, flexible and encourages risk-taking. Joining Seneca Polytechnic brings opportunities for professional development and career growth. We focus on health and wellbeing in all its forms to provide a great employee experience.

At Seneca, we strive to prepare students for exciting careers, locally and globally, while shaping them to become engaged citizens of the world. We help our students find success by challenging the status quo, collaborating and addressing the challenges of our time. And we are always looking for creative solutions to support our diverse population, especially when times are tough and there are barriers to their education.

Are you a visionary who is excited to lead transformational change at the forefront of the global postsecondary landscape? Are you constantly searching for innovative ways to deliver lifelong learning that gives students the skills and experiences they need today and in the future?

If so, Seneca is looking for you to be our Registrar – an influential administrative leader and trailblazer, who is sector savvy and strives for excellence. As Registrar, you will steer an office of over 100 employees that support the entire student lifecycle, ensuring a seamless and compliant experience from application to graduation and all steps in between.

Be the next changemaker empowering your team to fulfill institutional goals, while embracing innovation and forward thinking.

We Are Looking For Someone Who

• Is innovative, nimble, and willing to define new ways of looking at the role and work of a Registrar’s Office.
• Can lead an inclusive and engaged team that is inspired to participate in change.
• Models a flexible approach to operations for domestic and international students.
• Communicates effectively and inclusively.
• Prioritizes sustainability and understands the impact of rapid progressions in artificial intelligence.

Role

Here is some of what the role will involve

• Influencing Strategic Enrolment Management and related institutional initiatives.
• Leading an outstanding team of professionals who impact the student experience — from prospect to alumni, to returning lifelong learner.
• Working collaboratively with academic and service areas across Seneca to provide innovative project management and develop policies that positively affect students.
• Providing information and recommendations about enrolment, policy application and Binding Policy Directives.

What You Bring To Seneca

• Administrative experience in a postsecondary environment.
• A relevant credential in a related field.
• A proven track record of leading, empowering, managing and adapting to change, while keeping equity, diversity and inclusion front of mind.
• Experience in the development, management and refinement of strategic direction and the review and revision of business processes.
• The ability to make complex decisions and assure employee and departmental accountability.
• A great work ethic and the ability to collaborate extremely well with people – all people.
• An unwavering commitment to putting students first.

Job Details

External Posting Date October 16, 2023

External Closing Date October 31, 2023

Pay Range Payband 15 $156,352 – $195,435 (Start Rate $156,352 – $175,891)

Hours 37.5

Work Type Hybrid

Shift Monday to Friday, 8 30am – 4 30pm

Ideal Start Date 1/2/24

End Date

Job Type Full-time, Permanent

Note Seneca requires copies of educational credentials at the time of an interview. Confirmation of educational credentials in the form of an official Canadian transcript or an official evaluation of international credentials which determines Canadian equivalency will be required upon hire.

Seneca Polytechnic at a Glance

Seneca Polytechnic is Canada’s leading polytechnic with over 4000 employees, 45,000 full-time students and 45,000 part-time registrants. With over 55 years since opening its doors for the first time, Seneca Polytechnic is dedicated to getting our students career- and world-ready. We offer an education that has no boundaries. And we create great flexible experiences for those who study and work here. The student experience. The employee experience. The community experience. The Seneca experience is a differentiator. As Canada’s leading polytechnic, our core mission is our North Star we provide a great education that builds great careers for our graduates. We make a difference so they can make a difference.

None of this happens without the exceptional employees of Seneca – the faculty, support staff and administrators – who show their commitment to our students and their success every day. We are excited about what the future holds. Come help us build The Next for Seneca Polytechnic. Embrace innovation. Challenge the status quo. Lead. That’s Seneca Polytechnic.

Our Commitment

We are proud to be building the equitable Seneca, and welcome applications from candidates who can contribute to the diversity of lived experiences, perspectives, and approaches. Joining Seneca means being part of an inclusive community working hard to dismantle barriers to access, student success, and employee potential. Learn more about how we are building an equitable Seneca

Accessibility

Seneca is committed to making employment opportunities accessible in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005. Upon request, accommodation will be provided in all parts of the application and hiring process. If you require accommodation, please contact [email protected].