Department Manager

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The Donald Bren School of Information and Computer Science's Department Manager supervises the administrative services of the Informatics department. Responsibilities include budgetary financial management, planning, human resources, IT, space and facilities, and student services.

The Department Manager reports to the department chair and functions independently to support the teaching, research and public service mission of the Department of Informatics.

Supervises 2 career staff and supports approximately 31 Senate faculty, 8 Emeriti, 40 Non-Senate Faculty, 148 quarterly Teaching Assistants and Readers, 40 quarterly Graduate Student Researchers, and 250 graduate students.

In conjunction with overseeing the daily administration of the department, the Department Manager is responsible for implementation of policies and procedures to ensure that needs of the Department are met.

Provides immediate supervision to a unit or group of operational or technical employees. A portion of time may be spent performing individual tasks related to the unit; however, supervisory activities must constitute a primary part of the job. Supervises unit operations to ensure compliance with departmental or organizational policies, procedures, and defined internal controls. Ensures accountability and stewardship of department resources (operational, financial, and human) in compliance with departmental standards and procedures.

Total Compensation

In addition to the salary range listed below, we offer a wealth of benefits to make working at UCI even more rewarding. These benefits may include medical insurance, sick and vacation time, retirement savings plans, and access to a number of discounts and perks. Please utilize the links listed here to learn more about our compensation practices and benefits.

The expected pay range for this recruitment is $$69,500.00- $$83,000.00 (Annual).

Required:

• Working knowledge of the organization's processes and procedures, rules and regulations.
• Working knowledge of common organization-specific and other computer application programs.
• Interpersonal skills including verbal and written communication, active listening, critical thinking, persuasiveness, advising, and counseling to effectively motivate others.
• Skills to evaluate issues and identify resolutions.
• Strong service orientation with the ability to effectively manage multiple priorities.
• Solid knowledge of financial analysis and reporting techniques (long and shortrange planning); preparation and administration of a multi-million dollar budget with multiple funding sources; human resources and risk management planning; accounting and payroll.
• Skill in the management of space and facilities including developing and monitoring space and facilities utilization plans and justifying Minor Capital Improvement requests.
• Strong skills in short-term planning, analysis, problem-solving, and customer service.
• Demonstrated skills in employee supervision and HR administration.
• Solid knowledge of the organization's processes, protocols and procedures with a focus on budget, account and fund management and / or personnel management within labor contract(s) and personnel policy.
• Solid interpersonal skills including verbal and written communication, active listening, critical thinking, persuasiveness, advising, and counseling to effectively motivate others
• Bachelor's degree in related area and / or equivalent experience / training
• A minimum of 3 years of experience

Conditions of Employment:

The University of California, Irvine (UCI) seeks to provide a safe and healthy environment for the entire UCI community. As part of this commitment, all applicants who accept an offer of employment must comply with the following conditions of employment:

• Background Check and Live Scan
• Employment Misconduct*
• Legal Right to work in the United States
• Vaccination Policies
• Smoking and Tobacco Policy
• Drug Free Environment

*Misconduct Disclosure Requirement: As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts a conditional offer of employment will be required to disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct; received notice of any allegations or are currently the subject of any administrative or disciplinary proceedings involving misconduct; have left a position after receiving notice of allegations or while under investigation in an administrative or disciplinary proceeding involving misconduct; or have filed an appeal of a finding of misconduct with a previous employer.

The following additional conditions may apply, some of which are dependent upon business unit or job specific requirements.

• California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act
• E-Verify
• Pre-Placement Health Evaluation

Details of each policy may be reviewed by visiting the following page - https://hr.uci.edu/new-hire/conditions-of-employment.php

Closing Statement:

The University of California, Irvine is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age or protected veteran status.

For the University of California's Affirmative Action Policy please visit: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/4010393/PPSM-20.

For the University of California's Anti-Discrimination Policy, please visit: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/1001004/Anti-Discrimination.

We are committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce along with honoring unique experiences, perspectives, and identities. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable, and welcoming.
UCI provides reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities upon request. For more information, please contact Human Resources at (949) 824-0500 or eec@uci.edu.