Job Description

UCSD Layoff from Career Appointment : Apply by 6/11/24 for consideration with preference for rehire. All layoff applicants should contact their Employment Advisor.

Special Selection Applicants : Apply by 6/21/24. Eligible Special Selection clients should contact their Disability Counselor for assistance.

• This position is open until filled. First Review Date: 6/21/24.

DESCRIPTION

UC San Diego is a student-centered, research-focused, service-oriented public institution that provides an opportunity for all. Recognized as one of the top 15 research universities worldwide, a culture of collaboration sparks discoveries that advance society and drive economic impact.

Founded by Nobel laureates and members of the National Academy of Sciences, our Departments of Chemistry and Biochemistry, Mathematics, Physics, and Astronomy & Astrophysics have all played a central role in UC San Diego's rapid rise to national and international prominence. Just as it was at its founding, the School of Physical Sciences is broad in scope and inherently interdisciplinary.

Researchers within the school delve into scientific and computational issues that are of critical relevance to all facets of society. We address climate change, fabricate nanoparticles to image tumors and deliver drugs, probe the fundamental nature of matter, trace the evolution of the universe, hunt for elusive sub-atomic particles, and design detection systems for toxins and explosives, to name only some of the faculty's achievements.

Because the physical sciences are fundamental to all disciplines, including engineering, medicine, and biology, we contribute to the education of most undergraduate students at UC San Diego.

The Department of Astronomy and Astrophysics is a new and growing department within the School of Physical Sciences. It currently has a Ph.D. program and is in the process of implementing BA and BS programs.

Uses advanced administrative concepts and organization objectives to resolve complex issues. Manages, plans, administers, and coordinates the administrative operations of a small to mid-sized academic or non-academic department or organizational unit, the operations of which are significantly complex and/or broad in scope. Typically reports to a Chair, Director, or equivalent administrative management. Performance of administrative operations activities is the predominant focus of the position; may supervise support staff or a small number of professional staff within or outside the scope of main business activities (e.g., student services, facilities, etc.). Performs short- and long-term planning for the function. Regularly works on highly complex issues where analysis of situations or data requires an in-depth evaluation of variable factors. Exercises judgment in selecting methods, techniques, and evaluation criteria for obtaining results. Erroneous decisions or failure to achieve goals result in additional costs and serious delays in overall schedules.

Serves as the Chief Administrative Officer (CAO) for the Department of Astronomy and Astrophysics (A&A). The CAO serves as the principal advisor for the Chair and faculty engaged in research and offering undergraduate and graduate programs.

The CAO is responsible for the management, strategic planning, and leadership of all administrative activities in the unit including: fiscal management of the departmental budgets, contracts, gifts, and grants from a variety of internal and extramural sources; payroll; academic/staff/student human resources; labor relations, health, and safety; administrative information systems; graduate and undergraduate student affairs; internal controls and risk management; and administrative computing. Oversee the management of inventories of all departmental space and facilities, as well as their assignment, utilization, and safety procedures. The CAO is the principal advisor to the Department Chair faculty with regard to the development, implementation, and assessment of short- and long-term strategic plans, budgets, and financial performance. The CAO exercises maximum initiative and leadership within the parameters of Department and University policies and regulations to accomplish the goals and objectives of the Department of A&A.

• This is a hybrid position: 4 days on campus and 1 day remote. Must be willing to work additional hours during peak times and/or flexible schedule to accommodate business needs. May be required to work evenings and weekends.

• Please submit a cover letter along with a resume for a complete application.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Demonstrated leadership skills and experience with proven ability to apply management principles, practices, and techniques in the conduct of busine

  About University of California San Diego

  UC San Diego is an academic powerhouse and economic engine, recognized as one of the top 8 public universities by U.S. News and World Report. Innovation is central to who we are and what we do. Here, students learn that knowledge isn't just acquired in the classroom - life is their laboratory. UC San Diego's rich academic portfolio includes six undergraduate colleges, five academic divisions and five graduate and professional schools. The university's award-winning scholars are experts at the forefront of their fields with an impressive track record for achieving scientific, medical and technological breakthroughs.

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