Director, Student Housing

Job Number:

J0425-0072

Status:

Permanent

Open Positions:

1

Salary Scale:

Exempt Staff Salary Scale

Hours/Week:

35

$111,289.00 - $170,643.00/Year

Compensation beyond the mid-point requires approval by the Public Sector Employers' Council Secretariat (PSEC).

The Director of Student Housing leads the strategic development, management, administration, operation, assessment and viability of student housing. This role has accountability for providing an exceptional, holistic, and student-ready experience; is responsible and accountable for the development and execution of all housing-related strategy, operations, and evolution related to the UFV community.

The Director leads and coordinates a comprehensive long-term strategy for all matters relating to student housing, including all on-campus housing accommodation, third-party agreements/opportunities, and includes development of an integrated service delivery model that brings together all aspects of holistic student success.

The Director ensures the development and implementation of marketing strategies, service innovations and business plans which optimize occupancy, revenue streams and operational efficiencies.

Qualifications

Undergraduate bachelor’s degree in business administration, education, psychology or a related field from a recognized, post-secondary institution. Masters degree in a related field is preferred.

Minimum seven (7) years of recent experience in post-secondary student housing or an equivalent field.

Minimum of five (5) years’ experience in a supervisory role. Experience in a unionized environment is preferred.

Formal training in crises response and emergency management is considered an asset.

Evidence of ongoing learning and professional development relevant to the role.

Progressive management experience in a student-focused environment. Competencies will include strategic thinking and integration of services, change management, interpersonal, conflict resolution, organizational, and communication skills.

Extensive knowledge of student development theory and its application for holistic student engagement programming, community building, student staff training, and student conduct.

Proven ability to develop concise and well-informed policies, procedures, and business practices related to student housing that minimize risk to students, staff, and the institution, and contributes to positive service experiences.

Demonstrated experience with budget development, monitoring and forecasting.

Understanding of building facilities maintenance and capital planning processes.

Marketing and communication knowledge in a post-secondary environment.

Demonstrated knowledge and application of FOIPPA and the ability to act with tact, diplomacy, and confidentiality when addressing sensitive issues.

Experience using student systems and software such as StarRez and Banner.

Excellent verbal and written communication skills to ensure positive interactions with a variety of stakeholders.

Proven ability to multi-task and prioritize work in a fast-paced and changing environment.

Creates and implements plans - Shapes, aligns and executes the strategic priorities to meet student and community needs.

Leads change - Remains flexible, adjusting to changing circumstances and leads positive change by balancing innovation and calculated risk taking.

Cultivates collaborative relationships - Builds effective working relationships internally and externally and collaborates to achieve mutually beneficial goals.

Inspires and develops talent - Invests in developing yourself, staff and faculty, effective teams, and our culture of excellence.

Makes effective decisions - Makes sound and timely decisions that benefit UFV in both straightforward and ambiguous circumstances.

Infuses Indigenization, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion: Leads by example, valuing differing perspectives and backgrounds and promotes equity, inclusion and respect in a diverse environment.

About UFV

The University of the Fraser Valley is located on the traditional territory of the Halq'eméylem-speaking peoples. We express our gratitude and respect for the honour of living and working in Stó:lo Tém:éxw (Stó:lo Land; Stó:lo World). In all that we do, UFV strives to support and honour the Stó:lo peoples goals of self-determination and well-being on these lands. A commitment to Indigenization and Reconciliation is core to our institutional Vision and Integrated Strategic Plan: IYAQAWTXW — which means House of Transformation. This commitment includes the goal of centering Indigenous ways of knowing throughout our organization, recognizing our responsibilities to community, and a multi-year plan to increase the number of Indigenous faculty, staff, and administrators working at UFV.

UFV has campus locations in Abbotsford, Chilliwack, Mission, and Hope in the beautiful British Columbia, and in Chandigarh, India. Recognized as one of BC's top employers, UFV offers a combination of career and lifestyle benefits. Join a team of 1,400 passionate professionals who value integrity, inclusivity and excellence. At UFV, you will serve a vibrant community and shape the future of 15,000 students.

Indigenization, equity, and diversity are essential to our work as a university. A diverse community fosters the inclusion of voices that have been historically underrepresented and marginalized. At UFV, we are committed to recruiting a diverse workforce that represents the community we proudly serve. We encourage applications from Indigenous peoples, members of groups that experience discrimination due to race, colour, place of origin, ancestry, and/or religion, persons who identify as women and 2SLGBTQ+, and persons with disabilities. We invite applicants to complete a confidential self-identification survey as part of the application process. All questions are voluntary, with an option to decline to answer. Information will be used to support efforts to broaden the diversity of the recruitment process, and results are not shared with the selection committee. Inquiries about the survey may be directed to careers@ufv.ca. Learn more about our commitment to diversity and inclusion.

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. In an effort to be both environmentally and fiscally responsible, UFV will contact only candidates receiving an interview. We thank all applicants for considering UFV for employment. Shortlisted applicants may be required to undergo a criminal record check and/or a verification of their education credentials.

UFV is committed to the principle of equity in employment.

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