Union/Affiliation:

Administrative and Professional Staff (APSA)

Pay range:

$116,061 to $138,495 annually

SFU Department Descr:

Big Data Hub

Position Grade:

14

# of openings:

1

Biweekly Hours:

72

About the Role

The Director, Big Data Hub provides direction and oversight over all of the University Core Facility (UCF) activities, including leading a team of professional and clerical staff, to grow the initiative and position SFU as a trusted advisor and leader in the field. The role provides leadership to all UCF operations, oversees research design, oversees annual operating, capital, and revenue budgets and is responsible for establishing and ensuring that revenue and research income targets are met. The role is responsible for strategic planning to ensure the long-term sustainability of the UCF, including developing and implementing strategies to advance strategic priorities and opportunities, improve operations, and launch and expand initiatives, products, and services. The role establishes policies, procedures, and processes for partner engagement, business development, and service delivery, including facility management.

Full Job Description

Qualifications

Master's degree in Business, Communications, Policy, Computing Science or a relevant discipline (business, communications, policy, computing science etc.) and five years of related experience, which includes experience in strategic planning, financial management, service design and operations management, marketing and communications, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

• Excellent knowledge of effective communications strategies and tactics.
• Good knowledge of big data tools, techniques, and technologies.
• Excellent knowledge of facility management.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication (oral, written, presentation), and relationships management skills.
• Excellent leadership, supervisory, coaching, team management, and mentorship skills.

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 Administrative & Professional Staff Association (APSA):

• 4 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*
• Off-campus tuition reimbursements and professional development funds*
• And more! View our benefits brochure

*Prorated for part-time employees

Additional Information

Please include your cover letter and resume in one attachment.