Principal - Orillia Campus (Internal Applicants Only)

Position closes November 15, 2016 at 12 noon.

 Principal - Orillia Campus

Reporting to the President, the Principal of the Orillia Campus at Lakehead University is responsible for overseeing all operations at the Orillia campus to ensure that they are compliant with University plans, policies and procedures, and that they are aligned with the University's Strategic and Academic Plans.

The Principal is a member of the University's Senior Executive Team and Senate, working alongside the President, the Provost, and the Vice-Presidents (Academic, Administration and Finance, External Relations, Research and Innovation) on issues related to the University's academic priorities, and the coordinated and integrated delivery of administrative services and community outreach to local government, community groups, private sector, and Indigenous communities. The Principal will promote the many programs, research activities, and services offered by the University at the Orillia campus and in Simcoe County, and will help lead the continued development and operation of the Lakehead/Georgian partnership.

The position involves leadership, both at a public level as well as within the University community, promoting and leading the interests of the Orillia campus at Executive Team meetings, campus related events and activities, and as part of the budget development processes. The Principal is responsible for encouraging and fostering ongoing investment, community partnerships, and fundraising initiatives for the University, and will participate in the President's Advisory Council on Economic Development (Simcoe County) to support the University's role in fostering economic development and innovation in Simcoe County.

The successful candidate must have advanced educational and/or professional qualifications, several years' experience in a senior management role at a University, a proven track record in progressive leadership roles, excellent planning and relationship management skills, and a demonstrated knowledge of the post-secondary education system. The Principal shall have demonstrated excellent communication and interpersonal skills, and be willing to participate in an array of campus activities. Specific knowledge of provincial policy, relevant acts, legislation, current trends, issues and initiatives related to post-secondary institutions is required.

Additional information regarding this position can be obtained by emailing Lakehead University's Associate Vice-President, Human Resources at avphr@lakeheadu.ca.

Interested internal applicants must provide their curriculum vitae, cover letter, and the names of three references as a single PDF file to avphr@lakeheadu.ca. Applicants may also mail these documents to:

Lakehead University

Office of Human Resources

c/o Associate Vice-President (Human Resources)

955 Oliver Road

Thunder Bay, Ontario (Canada)

P7B 5E1

Lakehead University is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and welcomes applications from all qualified individuals including women, members of racialized groups/visible minorities, Aboriginal persons and persons with disabilities, and persons of any sexual orientation, gender identify or gender expression. Lakehead University is committed to an environment of open access to employment opportunities. Accommodations are available for all applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If you require accommodations for interviews or other meetings, please contact Human Resources. We appreciate your interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be notified