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Chief of Staff to the Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs (EXEC ADVISOR 4)

Job Summary

The Chief of Staff reports to the Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs and is a member of the Vice Chancellor's Council that includes the Associate Vice Chancellor for Student Life, Campus Community and Retention Services, Associate Vice Chancellor for Housing, Dining and Divisional Operations, Associate Vice Chancellor for Health, Wellness and Divisional Resources, divisional strategist for Diversity, Equity & Inclusion, Executive Director for Student Affairs Assessment, Director of Student Affairs Marketing and Communications and Director of Student Affairs Development.

The Chief of staff will represent the vice chancellor and the division and engage in problem-solving, DEI initiatives and be a principal author on internal policies, procedures and internal communications.

The Chief of Staff serves as key strategist with a high degree of authority to develop, advance and sustain divisional projects and initiatives.

Department Purpose

The Division of Student Affairs dedicates itself to advancing the university's mission by providing programs, services and facilities that foster academic success, student development and campus community. Through these efforts, units within the Division inspire students as they prepare for their future roles in a diverse, dynamic and global society.

Position Information

Salary Range

$102,300/annually - $237,100/annually (Grade 27)

No. of Positions

1

Appointment Type

Career

Percentage of Time

Full-Time, 100%

Shift Hours

Monday - Friday 8am - 5pm

Location

Davis, CA.

Union Representation

No

Benefits Eligible

Yes

Apply by Date

August 19th 2022 at 11:59pm


This is not an H1-B Visa Opportunity

Minimum Qualification

• Master's degree in related areas (e.g., Student Affairs, Public Policy, Education, Counseling) or administrative management in higher education or equivalent experience/training.
• Substantial years (5+) of direct experience as a senior administrator or in support of senior administrators at a college or university or a similar complex, matrixed organization.
• Demonstrated experience in promoting diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging as related to functions, preferably within a higher education setting. Proven effectiveness in conceiving and implementing broad and complex initiatives that have advanced an equity or belonging agenda. Advanced skills to effectively lead highly significant engagements from inception to conclusion.
• Advanced written and verbal as well as presentation and interpersonal (individual and group) skills for influencing and facilitating sustained change. Demonstrated information management, presentation and writing skills.
• Advanced consulting, relationship building and strategic thinking skills in guiding the organization toward workable strategies and solutions. Highly skilled in navigating complex organizations.
• Strong political acumen and interpersonal effectiveness on an individual basis, as a member of a group or team, or as its leader.
• Working knowledge of organization and system-wide organizational reporting structures, as well as an understanding of the interactive roles of management throughout the organization.
• Demonstrated advanced skills in the principles and practices of effective management including: team leadership; collaborative leadership; change management, continuous quality improvement initiatives; delegation; establishing goals, objectives and standards and evaluation of programs.
• Ability to locate and foster new funding opportunities, direct activities that take advantage of them and oversee the successful discharge of their goals when funded.
• Advanced collaboration, analytical, problem-solving, project planning and implementation skills to effectively meet goals and lead highly significant engagements from inception to conclusion.
• Demonstrated leadership and management and supervision skills required to help construct and lead the department, including successful management of professional staff, hiring, performance, training and development, team building, coaching, communications, conflict resolution and assessment and evaluation.
• Highly sophisticated leadership abilities to establish department and divisional goals at the micro and macro level and motivate and influence others to achieve goals and objectives.
• Ability to forge connections with leaders and constituents of diverse communities and foster productive ties with them.

Preferred Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience working in a complex workforce environment including working with academics, professional staff, represented employees and student workers.
• Demonstrated working knowledge of relevant campus policies and regulations. Demonstrated working knowledge of relevant State and Federal policies and regulations.
• General knowledge of working in a public higher education system.
• Working knowledge of the organizational environment of higher education and large research universities to understand client priorities, issues, motivations and constraints.

Requirements

• The University of California has implemented a SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19) Vaccination Program SARS-CoV-2 Vaccination Policy (ucop.edu) covering all employees. To be compliant with the policy, employees must submit proof of vaccination or a University-approved exception or deferral.
• This position is a critical position and subject to a background check. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of background investigation including criminal history and identity checks.
• Ability to sit and stand for extended periods of time
• The Smoke and Tobacco Free Environment policy is intended to provide a healthier, safer, and more productive work and learning environment for the entire UC community. The University of California prohibits smoking and tobacco use at all University owned or leased properties, or facilities operated by UC staff or faculty. Smoking and tobacco use are strictly prohibited in indoor and outdoor spaces, parking lots, residential space, and University vehicles.
• This position requires daily on-site presence Monday - Friday with periodic remote work only.
• Position requires varied work schedule including evening/weekend/holiday work and travel days.

EEO/AA Statement

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging

At UC Davis, we're solving life's most urgent challenges to bring a fuller, healthier, and more resilient world within reach. We grow from every challenge we take on and we don't just maintain - we improve.

We recognize that creating an inclusive and intellectually vibrant organization means understanding and valuing both our individual differences and our common ground. The most comprehensive solutions come from the most diverse minds and you belong here.

As you consider joining UC Davis, please explore our Principles of Community, our Clinical Strategic Plan and strategic vision for research and education, and our latest efforts to outgrow the expected.

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer advancing inclusive excellence. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories covered by the UC nondiscrimination policy. #li-dni

Salary Range

$102,300/annually - $237,100/annually (Grade 27)

No. of Positions

1

Appointment Type

Career

Percentage of Time

Full-Time, 100%

Shift Hours

Monday - Friday 8am - 5pm

Location

Davis, CA.

Union Representation

No

Benefits Eligible

Yes

Apply by Date

August 19th 2022 at 11:59pm


To apply, visit https://careerspub.universityofcalifornia.edu/psp/ucdavis/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM.HRS_APP_SCHJOB.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST&Action=U&FOCUS=Applicant&SiteId=7&JobOpeningId=39411&PostingSeq=1

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer advancing inclusive excellence. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories covered by the UC nondiscrimination policy.





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