Date Posted: 09/19/2023
Req ID: 34013
Faculty/Division: Faculty of Arts & Science
Department: Data Sciences Institute
Campus: St. George (Downtown Toronto)
Position Number: 00055560

Description:

About us:

Founded in 1827, the University of Toronto has evolved into Canada’s leading institution of learning, discovery and knowledge creation. We are proud to be one of the world’s top research-intensive universities, driven to invent and innovate. U of T is home to some of the world’s most talented thinkers, inventors, innovators, and educators, who are advancing knowledge and making critical discoveries for a healthier, more sustainable, prosperous, and secure future.

The Data Sciences Institute (DSI) is a highly specialized research initiative at the University that draws on world-class research expertise across multiple academic divisions, affiliated hospitals, regional, national, and international academic partners, and commercial organizations. The mission of the DSI is to provide the leadership and capacity to catalyze the transformative nature of data sciences across disciplines, in fair and ethical ways, leveraging and strengthening U of T’s pre-eminence in data sciences to solve society’s complex and pressing problems. The Institute draws upon these strengths to support social change by linking data resources to investigate the impact of data-driven approaches on inequity, as well as combat misinformation and foster trust in data-informed research by driving reproducible and reliable research. DSI promotes the flow of methodological advancements such as data management, computing, data integration, novel statistical methodology, visualization methods and will facilitate the training of new generations of interdisciplinary trainees. DSI aims to unify and galvanize the core strengths of Toronto’s data science community building capacity for data and computational-based projects and training by being the focal point for the coordination of data science activities and partnerships to further elevate UofT’s global stature.

We can only realize our mission with the dedication and excellence of engaged staff and faculty. The diversity of opportunities and perspectives within the Faculty reflect the local and global landscape and the need for curiosity, innovative thinking and collaboration. At Arts & Science, we take pride in our legacy of innovation and discovery that has changed the way we think about the world.

Your opportunity:

The Data Sciences Institute delivers upskilling data science Certificates that provides professionals with technical data science and professional skills. As the Program Manager, Professional Upskilling, reporting to the Director, DSI Operations & Strategy and working closely with the Director, Digital Technology Skills, you will be responsible for the oversight for delivery of the Institute’s professional Certificates, onboarding and direction of staff, support for hiring of instructors, and admission review of applications and accessibility. You will oversee the implementation of an evaluation framework for the programs, as well as implement plans and process improvements for program activities. You will be responsible for oversight of the programming budget and the regular milestone reports required from the Faculty of Arts & Science and external funders. You will work closely with the Faculty of Arts & Science Office of Professional & Lifelong Learning to deliver job ready and career skills programming. You will also be responsible for advancing the University’s commitment to equity, diversity and inclusivity.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Planning and overseeing the implementation of an evaluation framework for programs and initiatives
• Developing components of programs and initiatives that advance program objectives
• Conducting detailed data analysis to inform management decision making
• Overseeing day-to-day operational needs and service delivery requirements of programs; Implementing plans and process improvements for program activities
• Conducting detailed analysis on program efficiency and student learning outcomes to inform program planning activities
• Coordinating recruitment and training processes
• Planning and estimating financial resources required for programs and/or projects
• Directing a small group in a limited area, including responsibility for scheduling and/or workflow

Essential Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in data science, management, or acceptable combination of equivalent experience. Project Management certification is considered an asset.
• Six to seven years of recent and related experience leading or coordination projects and/or programs, involving professional skills training curriculum development, student recruitment, and/or business administration. Preferably in a post-secondary institution.
• Experience conducting qualitative and quantitative analysis on program efficiency and student experience and provide strategic input in program planning.
• Demonstrated experience in working with faculty and staff to execute curricular and co-curricular programming
• Demonstrated experience managing project/program budgets
• Experience working with funding agencies and funding reports
• Experience managing staff and project members
• Aptitude for numbers and analyses, solid problem-solving skills and ability to make evidence based decisions
• Excellent collaboration skills with the ability to workwell under pressure, both individually and as a team member
• Ability to manage conflicting priorities and deadlines
• Demonstrated initiative, innovation, and project completion skills
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal and writtencommunication skills.
• Effective collaboration, influencing, and persuasion skills with a diverse group of stakeholders.
• Experience with Microsoft Office and Sharepoint

To be successful in this role you will be:

• Accountable
• Communicator
• Meticulous
• Organized
• Problem solver
• Team player

Note: This is a term position, ending March 31, 2025

This role is currently eligible for a hybrid work arrangement, pursuant to University policies and guidelines, including but not limited to the University of Toronto’s Alternative Work Arrangements Guideline.

Closing Date: 09/28/2023, 11:59PM ET
Employee Group: USW
Appointment Type: Grant - Term
Schedule: Full-Time
Pay Scale Group & Hiring Zone:
USW Pay Band 15 -- $93,752 with an annual step progression to a maximum of $119,892. Pay scale and job class assignment is subject to determination pursuant to the Job Evaluation/Pay Equity Maintenance Protocol.
Job Category: Administrative / Managerial

Lived Experience Statement
Candidates who are members of Indigenous, Black, racialized and 2SLGBTQ+ communities, persons with disabilities, and other equity deserving groups are encouraged to apply, and their lived experience shall be taken into consideration as applicable to the posted position.