Academic Business Manager

Located in the heart of the Niagara Region – just minutes from one of the world’s most well-known tourism destinations – Niagara College offers more than 130 innovative programs between our campuses in Welland and Niagara-on-the-Lake. Since opening its doors in 1967, Niagara College has grown to become a leader in education and training and one of the most enterprising colleges in Canada.

Applications are invited for the position of ­­­­­­­­­­­­Academic Business Manager in the Health Sciences and Community, Justice and Fitness Studies Divisions, located at the Welland Campus. This position is temporary and approximate dates of the appointment are August 2024 through April 2026.  The salary range is $76,029 to $95,038 for a 35-hour work week.  Additional hours may be required as necessary.   

Reporting to the Deans of Health Sciences and Community, Justice and Fitness Studies, the successful candidate will be accountable for the planning, development, organization, and support of the divisional operations.  

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Sourcing, hiring part time faculty and part time support staff as designated by the Dean
• Maintaining and reporting on divisional and funded projects budgets
• Coordinating facilities and equipment upgrading/replacement processes
• Coordinating material fee and other program related purchasing
• Assist the Dean and Associate Dean(s) in the development and management of budgets
• Responsible to the Dean for ensuring capital and operating funds are effectively managed and processes and controls meet college standards
• Develops in conjunction with the Dean and Associate Dean(s) program planning activities related to research projects and other special activities within the division

Qualifications:  

• Three (3) year diploma/degree in business operations, finance or similar field of study
• Minimum of five (5) years of experience in an academic environment or related field
• Demonstrated financial and budget management skills
• Proven networking and collaboration skills
• Excellent communication, problem solving, conflict resolution and organizational skills
• Proven ability to manage confidential files and information
• Demonstrated ability to prioritize within a multi-faceted work environment
• Excellent knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite
• Strong working knowledge of software applications and databases (Blackboard and Peoplesoft)

We also provide a balance of on-campus and remote work through our recently introduced Remote Work Policy.  As a place-based organization all positions will involve some degree of on campus work.

A Job Fact Sheet is available for review from Human Resources during the posting period. Please contact humres@niagaracollege.ca to request a copy.

If selected for an interview, candidates must present proof of education (original transcripts/credentials). 

Note: Credentials obtained outside of Canada require an evaluation to determine the Canadian educational equivalence. This evaluation must support the educational requirements for the position as a condition of employment. For further information, visit: World Education Services http://www.wes.org/ca/.

            While we thank all applicants, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Niagara College is strongly committed to diversity and inclusion within its community. We offer an inclusive work environment and welcome applications from all qualified individuals who feel they can further enhance campus diversity and equity efforts.

If requested, accommodations will be made to support applicants with disabilities during the recruitment and selection process.