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Job ID: 73382
Location: Merced
Full/Part Time: Full Time
Hiring Range: The full salary range for this position is STEP 1: $28.13 - STEP 18: $41.03. The budgeted salary or hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position is STEP 1: $28.13.
Job Closing Date: Initial applicant review will begin on or around October 15th, 2024. Posting will remain open until filled.
This position is a Hybrid role with a percentage of the time remote and on-site along with a flexible work arrangement, which includes a non-standard work schedule. This position is career contingent upon funding with an expected end date of June 30, 2026.
About the Job
The Chief Administrative Officer (CAO) for the Climate Institute leverages extensive experience in administrative operations to effectively oversee and coordinate daily activities. Partnering closely with the Office of Research and Economic Development (ORED), the CAO ensures adherence to policies, maintains rigorous internal controls, and upholds accountability and stewardship of campus resources.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Business Administration and Operations: Manages all business and administrative support functions including procurement, travel, recharge administration, inventory, space management, website design and event coordination.
- Budget and Financial Management: Responsible for generating, modifying, and disseminating financial or other resource reports for analyzing and forecasting for a multi-million dollar budget.
- Personnel Management: Responsible for personnel management and coordination of new academic and staff hires and/or changes in appointment, terminations, and other actions.
- Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE:
- High school diploma and/or equivalent certification/experience/training (Required)
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited university in Business Administration, Business Management, Finance, Accounting, or a related area (Preferred)
- Five (5) years administrative/clerical work experience (Required)
CRITICAL KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:
- Advanced knowledge of campus policies, practices, and systems in the areas of personnel management, finance, and general operations management (Preferred)
- Ability to identify, collect, and analyze information from multiple sources for purposes of financial reporting.
- Thorough knowledge of University rules and regulations, processes, protocols, and procedures for budget, accounting and fund management, and personnel management.
- Interpersonal skills including verbal and written communication, active listening, critical thinking, persuasiveness, advising and counseling skills.
- Ability to use discretion and maintain confidentiality.
Background Check
Background check will be required.
How to Apply:
An online application is required for each position to apply. The University of California, Merced is aware that some web-based application processes may be cumbersome for differently abled applicants. Where appropriate, alternative accommodations will be provided.
Equal Employment Opportunity:
The University of California, Merced is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer advancing inclusive excellence.
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