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Program Manager - Halifax, Canada - Dalhousie University

Dalhousie University

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Halifax, Canada

4 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

Position Details:

Position Information
Position Title
Program Manager

Department/Unit

Law
Dean's Office

Location

Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada

Posting Number

S16723

Employee Group

DPMG

Position Type

Regular, On-Going

Duration of Contract (if applicable)

Employment Type

Full Time

Full-time Equivalency (FTE)

Salary
- $64,824 - $86,841 per annum

Classification

ADM06

Provisional Statement

About Dalhousie University

Dalhousie University is Atlantic Canada's leading researchintensive university and a driver of the region's intellectual, social and economic development. Located in the heart of Halifax, Nova Scotia, with an Agricultural Campus in Truro/Bible Hill, Dalhousie is a truly national and international university, with more than half of our almost 21,000 students coming from outside of the province. Our 6,000 faculty and staff foster a vibrant, purposedriven community, that celebrated 200 years of academic excellence in 2018.

Job Summary

The Schulich School of Law offers a unique and enlightened approach to legal education. Diverse curriculum, leading specializations, and internationally recognized faculty provide exceptional opportunities in all facets of legal education. Reporting to the Associate Dean Academic (ADA), the Program Manager is responsible for managing the daytoday operations of the Office, acting as a Schulich Law representative on internal and external committees, and interpreting university and school policy within prescribed limits. The Manager supervises staff of the Office of the ADA to ensure efficient program and service delivery, while working to build capacity and foster individual and team development.

Key Responsibilities

Manage the daytoday operations of the Office of the ADA, by facilitating program planning, the management of strategic initiatives and the adjudication of student/faculty/administration requests, inquiries, and appeals.
Analyze current programming, policies, and procedures, develop recommendations, and facilitate implementation of improvements.
Develop, implement, and monitor a communications plan for students and faculty on matters of academic administration on behalf of the Office of the ADA.
Develop and implement initiatives and processes to enhance student access to advising and special requests.
Provide advising to JD students for matters involving curriculum, degree requirements and personal matters.
Lead interdepartmental liaison and contribute to a collegial work environment.

Note

The successful applicant will be eligible for hybrid work (combination of in-person work on campus and remote work) as agreed by all parties based on operational requirements and university guidelines.

Dalhousie's vaccine mandate has been suspended at this time, and employees no longer need to provide proof of full vaccination.

However, health and safety risks to our community will continue to be monitored and a vaccine mandate may be reinstated if necessary.

Required Qualifications

Undergraduate degree in a relevant area of study (such as Business Administration) and a minimum of five years' related experience in managing program delivery, advising / coaching, and staff supervision (or an equivalent combination of training and experience).
Demonstrated planning, organizing, project management, coaching and leadership skills.
Excellent interpersonal skills, and ability to maintain composure and retain a positive and professional attitude under pressure and in difficult situations.
Superior written and verbal communication skills.
Understanding of issues, challenges and opportunities relating to the equity, diversity and inclusion of law school students from underrepresented groups is vital to this role.

Assets

Graduate degree in a relevant area of study (Business Administration, Public Administration, Education).
Knowledge of Canadian law schools and the Canadian legal profession.
Experience in a studentfacing role, with knowledge of university program structure, policies and procedures.
Knowledge of computerized student information systems and MS Office suite.

Job Competencies
Self-Awareness & Professionalism

Respect & Inclusion
Communication
Relationship Building
Resource & Process Management

Additional Information

Dalhousie University supports a healthy and balanced lifestyle. Our total compensation package includes a defined benefit pension plan, health and dental plans, a health spending account, an employee and family assistance program and a tuition assistance program._

Application Consideration

Diversity Statement