Position Overview
The Faculty of Arts is currently seeking a Full-time Regular Academic Program Specialist
This posiiton reports to the Pod Manager, Department Operations, with accountability to the Department Head of the Department of Art and Art History (DAAH) and the Director of the School of Creative and Performing Arts (SCPA). This position also works closely with the pod administrative staff team and other faculty member administrative service positions that supports DAAH and the SCPA.
The Academic Programs Specialist (APS), SCPA/Art requires strong organizational, interpersonal and communication skills to deal effectively with queries and to maintain good working relationships with faculty, staff and current and prospective students. The incumbent must be able to provide excellent customer service. There is a need to make independent decisions, handle frequent interruptions, pay attention to detail and work independently with minimal supervision. The incumbent requires flexibility and a high level of organizational ability. There are periods of high volume involving multiple priorities and strict deadlines, driven by the academic year. It is important that the incumbent be able to work effectively and manage their workload efficiently.
The position deals with both routine and complex issues, using independent and discretionary judgment on undergraduate issues which may not be addressed specifically by the defined procedures and practices.
In consultation with the Pod Manager, Department Operations, the incumbent will determine their own priorities and deadlines and the priorities in accordance with established procedures and DAAH and SCPA goals and objectives.
The Academic Programs Specialist, SCPA/Art is responsible for the coordination of the varied and complex undergraduate programs of Visual Studies and Art History in DAAH, and Dance, Drama and Music in the SCPA.
This position also helps build a positive Undergraduate student experience, encouraging the continuity between programs. This position requires thorough knowledge of the programs, policies and procedures of the five programs and 13 undergraduate degrees, in order to provide support for faculty and students. The GAPP is responsible for the smooth and efficient operation of the programs in a manner consistent with the unit‿s goals and objectives, including the development of improved work practices. This position provides insight and recommendations for the programs to enable successful day to day operation and ensures consistency and continuity of service as academic leadership changes.
The incumbent is expected to possess in-depth knowledge of program, Faculty and university-level policies and regulations as well as best practices at all levels of the university structure, as they relate to role responsibilities.
Position Description
Summary of Key Responsibilities (job functions include but are not limited to):
Qualifications / Requirements:
Application Deadline: January 19, 2022
We would like to thank all applicants in advance for submitting their resumes. Please note, only those candidates chosen to continue on through the selection process will be contacted.
Additional Information
This position is part of the AUPE bargaining unit, and falls under the Specialist/Advisor Job Family, Phase II.
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