Director, School of Occupational and Public Health
FCS, Occupat & Public Health
| Posted: | November 12, 2026 |
| Deadline to Apply: | Friday, November 27, 2026 |
Please note, this posting is open to internal candidates only.
Located in downtown Toronto, the largest and most culturally diverse city in Canada and on the territory of the Anishinaabeg, Haudenosaunee and the Wendat Peoples, the the Faculty of Community Services at Toronto Metropolitan University [www.torontomu.ca] invites applications for the position of Director, School of Occupational and Public Health. The appointment as Director shall be for a term of five years (subject to a successful review and extension in year 3), commencing July 1, 2027, with the possibility of reappointment for an additional three or five-year term.
The position will fall under the jurisdiction of the Toronto Metropolitan Faculty Association (TFA) [www.tfanet.ca]. Visit us at www.torontomu.ca/faculty-affairs to view the TFA collective agreement and a summary of TFA benefits.
In recognition of the under-representation of members of equity-deserving groups in academic leadership, applications from those who self-identify as one or more of the following groups are particularly encouraged: First Nations, Métis and Inuit peoples, Indigenous peoples of North America, Black-identified persons, other racialized persons, persons with disabilities, and those who identify as women and/or 2SLGBTQ+. We welcome those who have demonstrated a commitment to upholding the values of equity, diversity and inclusion and will assist us to expand our capacity for diversity in the broadest sense.
The duties and responsibilities of Chairs and Directors are laid out in detail in article 26.1.E. of the Toronto Metropolitan University Faculty Association Collective Agreement. Reporting to the Dean and guided by the mission to advance the profile of the School, the Director will be a visionary and inclusive leader committed to providing exemplary academic and administrative leadership in the areas of academic programs, students, supporting faculty colleagues, stewardship of human and financial resources and participating actively in the intellectual life of the School, the Faculty, and the University, through collaboration internally and externally within the community and with other academic institutions and the industry.
As a tenured faculty member, the successful candidate will be responsible for engaging in a combination of teaching, scholarly research or creative activity and service duties while maintaining an inclusive, equitable, and collegial work environment across all activities.
The Director will work collaboratively with faculty, staff and students to ensure that curriculum planning, program development and community engagement activities support excellence in scholarship, research, teaching and learning. Responsibilities will also include: overseeing relationships with accrediting and advisory professional bodies and exercising leadership in the related accreditation processes; applying innovative strategies, sound knowledge of constantly changing university and professional environments, strong leadership, interpersonal and communication skills and a student-centred approach, to solve complex problems and enable the School to achieve its goals; and providing guidance and leadership in maintenance and improvement of undergraduate and graduate programs.
The successful candidate will be a tenured faculty member who holds a terminal degree in the field of occupational health or public health or a closely related field, with the ability to support both fields and will demonstrate excellence in teaching, SRC activities and service , and will further present evidence of:
- a commitment to leading with TMU’s leadership competencies;
- visionary, strategic, collaborative and inclusive leadership;
- strong communication, organizational and relationship and consensus building skills;
- well developed understanding of the university governance structure and the internal and external factors affecting the university sector;
- a capacity to provide effective academic and administrative leadership, including stewardship of human and financial resources;
- strong, active track record of scholarly and/or creative activities;
- proven track record of teaching excellence;
- a demonstrated ability for strategic planning, visioning, and actioning/implementation;
- expert knowledge and experience within the field of public and/or occupational health
- a commitment to building an inclusive and supportive environment for quality student life and engagement;
- proactive support and demonstrated abilities with faculty and contract lecturers mentoring and professional development, particularly for pre-tenure faculty and faculty from under-represented communities;
- a commitment to leading and supporting a rich diversity of curriculum;
- a commitment to upholding the values of Equity, Diversity and Inclusion as it pertains to service, teaching, and scholarly, research or creative activities.
How to apply
Applicants must submit their application online via the Faculty Recruitment Portal [https://hr.cf.torontomu.ca/ams/faculty/] by clicking on “Start Application Process” to begin. Applications, consisting of the following, must be received by November 26, 2026:
- a letter of application that includes a vision statement, including a statement on equity, diversity, and inclusion, for the portfolio for the next 5 years (3 to 5 pages total);
- a curriculum vitae;
- a statement of interest addressing the candidate’s role as an administrator, educator and researcher;
Faculty of Community Services
The Faculty of Community Services at Toronto Metropolitan University [www.torontomu.ca/fcs] is a community of innovators, creators, collaborators, scholars, designers, planners and practitioners who understand and care about multiple perspectives.
We strive to impact individuals and communities to propel positive and enduring change. With passion, rigour and curiosity, we develop knowledge for action, prepare students to address complex social and ecological challenges, and work to create a just society by building with communities.
School of Occupational and Public Health
The School of Occupational and Public Health is a leader in injury and disease prevention education. We are committed to excellence in teaching, relevant curriculum, innovative research and service to the community. Our graduates are industry leaders committed to protecting the health of people and their communities.
Additional information about the School of Occupational and Public Health at Toronto Metropolitan University can be found here: School of Occupational and Public Health (SOPHe)
Contacts
Any confidential inquiries about the opportunity can be directed to Dr. Lisa Barnoff, Interim Dean, Faculty of Community Services.
For any confidential accommodation needs in order to participate in the recruitment and selection process and/or inquiries regarding accessing the Recruitment Portal, please contact vpfa@torontomu.ca.
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