Who We Are
Simon Fraser University is a leading research university, advancing an inclusive and sustainable future. Our purpose – the essence of SFU – is to create and connect knowledge, learning and community for deeper understanding and meaningful impact. We are committed to fostering excellence, innovation, belonging and community in all that we do.
The Department of Sociology and Anthropology provides an established and distinctive program of undergraduate and graduate studies that provides rigorous foundational and disciplinary training, in an environment that fosters critical thinking, creative pedagogy, experiential learning and interdisciplinary collaboration.
We offer one of the few truly interdisciplinary joint sociology and anthropology departments in North America, with our interdisciplinarity boldly displayed in the curriculum structure of both the undergraduate and graduate programs.
About the Role
The Assistant o the Chair & Program Director supports both the Chair of the Department of Sociology and Anthropology, and the Director of the Labour Studies Program. They play a critical role in supporting the responsibilities of the Chair and Director, particularly in the areas of faculty and instructor recruitment, tenure and promotion, and event logistics and administration.
The ideal candidate will be self-motivated, proactive and demonstrates an excellent ability to exercise mature judgment while communicating with tact and diplomacy. The ability to prioritize work while showing attention to detail is also instrumental to the success of this role.
Full Job Description
Qualifications
High school graduation and one-year post-secondary education with courses or formal training in word processing, spreadsheet, database, web updating applications, office procedures and secretarial practices. 3 years of experience. An equivalent combination of formal education, certificate/program of study ad experience is acceptable.
Excellent organizational skills including the ability to prioritize work and attention to details.
Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills.
Ability to exercise mature judgment and initiative and communicate with tact and diplomacy.
Ability to handle confidential/sensitive material with discretion.
What We Offer
At SFU, our goal is to ensure our people are valued and supported by promoting a healthy work-life balance, professional growth and development, as well as a safe and respectful workplace. We offer continuing employees who belong in the Canadian Union of Public Employees (CUPE Local 3338):
3 weeks’ vacation (prorated for the first year)
Hybrid-work program for eligible positions
Employer paid defined benefit pension plan
On-campus tuition waiver for employees and their immediate family members
Funding for professional development expenses
And more! View our benefits brochure
Prorated for part-time employees
Additional Information
For external candidates, the starting salary is the first step of the salary range.
Please include your cover letter and resume in one attachment.
SFU is an equity employer and strongly encourages applications from all qualified individuals including women, Indigenous Peoples, visible minorities, people of all sexual orientations and gender identities, persons with disabilities, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of the university.
We are committed to ensuring that the application and interview process is accessible to all applicants. If you require any assistance or accommodations, please contact pei_reception@sfu.ca.
