Chemistry & Biochemistry Department Manager

University of California-Santa Cruz • Santa Cruz, CA

262d • $100,000 - $115,000 • Remote

About The Position

The Department Manager is responsible for department planning and program support, curriculum management, financial management, equipment, facilities and space coordination and security, staff and academic human resources, development and public information, and oversight of the graduate and undergraduate programs. A background in science is not necessary.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in related area and/or equivalent experience/training.
• Extensive related administrative and management experience, including training, supervising and motivating staff.
• Demonstrated leadership experience with ability to effectively manage change and resolve complex problems independently.
• Experience with personal computing applications and computerized information systems.
• Financial and budgetary experience.
• Excellent organizational, planning and analytical skills.
• Excellent writing skills and ability to communicate complex material in written and oral formats.
• Political acumen to establish and maintain effective working relationships with diverse constituents.
• Ability to promote administrative innovation, quality customer service, teamwork, open channels of communication, and a safe work environment.
• Demonstrated ability to assimilate, interpret and apply administrative policies and procedures.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of UC academic and staff personnel policies and procedures.
• Experience working in an academic setting with knowledge of university programs, policies and procedures.
• Experience and/or training in UC administrative systems.

Responsibilities

• Manages, plans, and administers a full range of administrative operations to support the academic department.
• Provides expert advice and support to the chair in the development of long-range and strategic plans for the operations.
• Prepares short and long range planning for administrative services operations and improvements to processes.
• Performs administrative operations activities with accountability for operational and budget processes.
• Represents the department on business issues within the institution's community and serves on committees.
• Facilitates delivery of instruction for the department, working closely with the chair, undergraduate advisors, graduate coordinator and teaching laboratory manager.
• Serves as contact for department in curricular matters and assists in resolving issues and conflicts.
• Monitors enrollment levels and recommends changes in course offerings, instructor assignments and resource needs.
• Oversees the hiring of TA's and readers for each quarter.
• Oversees the development and implementation of graduate and undergraduate program policies.
• Selects, develops, and evaluates personnel to ensure the effective and efficient operation of departmental functions.
• Manages daily activities of administrative staff, sets priorities and deadlines for completion of tasks.

Benefits

• Full benefits eligibility.
• Career appointment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree