PTSS Operations Manager

University of Regina; Saskatchewan; On-site; CAD 71,000 - 97,000; Full time

Job summary

A recognized educational institution in Saskatchewan is looking for a PTSS Operations Manager to lead operations that support innovative research in mental health. The role involves developing programs, managing staff, and ensuring effective communication between various stakeholders. Ideal candidates hold a Bachelor's degree and possess at least 7 years of relevant experience in administration, along with strong IT, management, and interpersonal skills. This position promises a dynamic work environment with competitive compensation and opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Professional growth opportunities

Competitive compensation

Work-life balance services

Qualifications

• 7 years of experience in administration or equivalent.
• Research administration experience is an asset.
• Project Management experience is a definite asset.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and develop programs, policies, and procedures.
• Oversee development and implementation of tools for assessments.
• Manage and report on the lab’s budget and human resources.

Skills

IT practices

Management skills

Communication skills

Supervision experience

Budget management

Problem-solving skills

Project management methodology

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Policy, or Computer Science

Tools

Banner

E-Recruitment

FAST

Job description

PTSS Operations Manager

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Position Details

Posting Summary
Competition Number 20250679A/S
Position Title PTSS Operations Manager
Faculty/Department Faculty of Arts
Unit Arts-Psychology
Employee Group URFA APT
Collective Agreement Consideration Open with preference given to APT members.
CUPE 5791 Job Family Category Staff
Number of Vacancies 1

Position Summary

Are you passionate about leading high-impact operations that support groundbreaking research and real-world mental health outcomes? Join us as our new PTSS Operations Manager!

The Psychological Trauma and Stress Systems (PTSS) lab is a team located at the University of Regina within the Faculty of Arts. The PTSS lab is led by Dr. R. Nicholas Carleton, a clinical psychologist and expert of psychological trauma in Canadian public safety personnel (PSP). The PTSS lab team is dedicated to helping PSP thrive and backed by clinicians, researchers, and operational staff who provide evidence-informed lifesaving solutions to reduce the impacts of trauma and stress.

This position works closely with the PTSS lab Principal Investigator, Senior Project Director, and Project Manager(s), Faculty of Arts Director (Finance and Administration), and the Associate Dean (Research and Graduate) of Arts to ensure the operational plans and targeted benchmarks are identified and progress and/or issues are brought forward to the PTSS lab leadership team for advisement. The position will manage operations team members (business analyst, help desk analysts, admin assistant) and research team members (research associates, research assistants, and postdocs) and will also provide guidance and support for faculty/graduate students from across the University.

What You’ll Do

• Maintain effective and efficient leadership through the coordination and development of programs, policies, procedures, and business infrastructures.
• Support the PTSS Lab’s role as a trusted and recognized source of mental health expertise for first responders and public safety personnel (PSP).
• Oversee the development and implementation of evidence-informed tools designed to:
  • Assess the impact of ongoing assessments (e.g., social experiences, biometrics, mental health).
  • Provide access to screening tools and referral sources.
  • Support physiological monitoring for early detection of stress and trauma impacts.
• Lead the development, management, and reporting of the lab’s budget and human resource processes and activities.
• Be ready to take on additional related tasks as assigned – your role is dynamic and essential to our success!

Why Join Us?

• Meaningful Impact: Your work directly contributes to creating a better environment for students, faculty, and staff.
• Professional Growth: We support your development, offering opportunities for advancement and learning.
• Work-Life Balance: We value your well-being and know your personal life is most important!
• Dynamic and Inclusive Workplace: We value diversity and inclusivity.
• Innovation Culture: We encourage fresh ideas and innovative thinking.
• Competitive Compensation: We offer a competitive compensation package and benefits.

Position Requirements

What You’ll Bring to this Position:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Policy, or Computer Science.
• 7 years of experience in administration, or equivalent experience.
• A combination of education and experience may be considered.
• Research administration is an asset.
• Project Management experience is a definite asset.

Skills That Will Ensure Your Success in the Role

• Strong knowledge of IT practices.
• Strong management, leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Must have experience managing and supervising staff by providing supervision, training, mentoring, evaluation, and supporting staff.
• Experience with assisting with budgets in coordination with PTSS Lab’s and Faculty of Arts leadership team.
• Demonstrated understanding of applicable University research and government regulations.Strong verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to articulate complex issues to diverse audiences from students to administrators.
• Demonstrated ability to build and manage a team to support the objectives of the PTSS lab. Strong and broad knowledge of IT practices.
• Strong interpersonal skills including influencing and problem-solving skills with an emphasis on the ability to establish collaborative relationships.
• Ability to manage multiple competing priorities in a fluid work environment.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple tasks concurrently in a high-volume environment, apply continuous improvement principles and meet deadlines without compromising standards of service and quality.
• Demonstrated experience with complex budget management.
• Demonstrated experience in managing in a matrix environment.
• Knowledge of general human resources management principles and university Human Resources policy and guidelines with APT and CUPE contractual agreements.
• Knowledge of recruitment practices, interviewing, selection of new staff, training and conducting performance evaluations.
• Knowledge of campus wide technology and software including Banner, E-Recruitment, Caspur, FAST, Cascade Server.
• Knowledge of project management methodology to design, plan, initiate, organize and direct projects tasks to implement programs and service.
• Ability to create an atmosphere of continual improvement by clearly articulating goals of the office, the value of the services provided.

Physical Demands

Pay Grade APT 5
Salary Range $71,745 - $96,825 Annually

Contact Information

For further information please contact Dr. Nick Carleton at [e-mail].

Diversity Statement

The University of Regina is committed to an inclusive workplace that reflects the richness of the community that we serve. The University welcomes applications from all qualified individuals, including individuals within the University’s employment equity categories of women, persons with disabilities, members of visible minorities, Indigenous persons, individuals of diverse gender and sexual orientation and all groups protected by the Human Rights Code.

Supplemental Questions

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Documents Required

Required Documents

• Resume/Curriculum Vitae
• Cover Letter
• Reference Contact Info

Optional Documents

• Optional documents may include any additional supporting materials.