DIRECTOR OF OPERATIONS & DEPUTY TO THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR - WASHINGTON, DC

DIRECTOR OF OPERATIONS & DEPUTY TO THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR - WASHINGTON, DC

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DEPARTMENT OVERVIEW
UCDC is a system-wide program of the nine University of California undergraduate campuses at Berkeley, Davis, Irvine, Los Angeles, Merced, Riverside, San Diego, Santa Barbara, and Santa Cruz. The Program provides residential, internship, and instructional experiences for UC students (and faculty) within Washington's rich cultural, political, and international environment. The Program is housed at the Washington Center, an 11-story building that includes offices, classrooms, and living space for more than 270 students in the Dupont Circle neighborhood of Washington, DC.

POSITION SUMMARY
The Director of Operations and Deputy to the Executive Director (DODED) will be a member of the UCDC Leadership Team, report directly to the UCDC Executive Director (ED), and oversee UCDC operations and administrative functions including finance, Information Technology services, facilities, and Human Resources. The DODED will provide strategic guidance and advising to the Executive Director in matters related to resource planning and program development. Together with the ED and the Director of Academic & Student Affairs, the DODED will provide leadership, direction, and oversight of the UCDC Center and program. This position is located in Washington, DC.

Responsibilities
·       50% Manage Operations Team: Manage Operations Team (currently 7 FTE across different units), in close partnership with UCOP Program Analyst. Promote collaboration and communication within the Management Team and enhance partnership and bilateral communication with UCOP operational partners. Ensure compliance with applicable local and UCOP policies and procedures. Work with Managers to develop and maintain Standard Operating Procedures for each unit. Manage the Data Analyst (currently 1 FTE) and oversee all data, research, and reporting needs at UCDC. This includes but is not limited to maintaining UCDC's operational budget, ensuring operational compliance, development of a data infrastructure and other ongoing reporting associated with UCDC’s operations, student enrollment, and academic programming. Work to maintain a diverse, productive, equitable, and inclusive UCDC community.

·       40% Strategy and Development: Serve as a key trusted advisor to the Executive Director, providing strategic guidance and operational oversight, aimed at ensuring UCDC achieves a self-sustaining business model. Establish and implement a strategic plan for development, aimed at optimizing the Executive Director’s engagement in development activities. Lead development and execution of high-profile public events, receptions, and fundraisers.  Implement UCDC values, mission, vision, and strategic direction, in collaboration with UCDC’s leadership team. Work closely with various partners and stakeholders, including UC Office of the President, UC Campuses/Locations, as well as external organizations, to ensure alignment of objectives and seamless execution of organizational initiatives. Initiate and design studies, summary reports and background materials including approaches, trends, sources and uses, etc., that have a significant impact on UCDC.

·       10% Operational Compliance: Oversight of revenue and expenses to ensure the long-term viability of the UCDC program and the maintenance of the UCDC Center. Provide strategic oversight for the development of the annual budget; determining expense priorities, recommending and implementing changes to methods, unit planning, staffing, programs and other financial activities.

Required Qualifications 
·       Minimum 10 years’ experience in higher education, non-profit management, or equivalent.
·       Advanced skills in short- and long-range planning, program and project management, facilitation, and collaboration.
·       Experience developing and implementing strategic plans.
·       Proven ability to focus on priorities, strategies, and vision.
·       Substantial experience in operations management.
·       Experience managing budgets and doing financial analysis and reporting.
·       Experience successfully supervising staff in pursuit of common goals.
·       Experience leading and communicating effectively.
·       Experience building and sustaining collaborative teams and/or networks.
·       Understanding of the University’s missions of teaching, research, and public service and an ability to support those missions through the work of UCDC.
·       Maintains the highest level of integrity, professionalism, and ethics.

Education 
Required Qualifications
·       Bachelor's degree in related area and / or equivalent experience / training

Preferred Qualifications
·       MBA, Master’s in nonprofit management, or similar advanced degree.

SPECIAL CONDITIONS
SALARY AND BENEFITS
Job Title
Administrative Manager 2

Job Code
000548

Salary Grade
Grade 27

Payscale:
$180,000 - $215,000

The University of California, Office of the President, is required to provide a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role. This range takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. It is not typical for an individual to be offered a salary at or near the top of the range for a position. Salary offers are determined based on final candidate qualifications and experience. The full salary range shows the growth potential for this position and the pay scale is the budgeted salary or hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position.

Benefits: For information on the comprehensive benefits package offered by the University visit: Benefits of Belonging

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
HOW TO APPLY
Please be prepared to attach a cover letter and resume with your application.

APPLICATION REVIEW DATE
The first review date for this job is March 1, 2024. The position will be open until filled.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
Background Check Process: Successful completion of a background check is required for this critical position. Background check process at UCOP

Smoke Free Work Environment: The University of California, Office of the President, is smoke & tobacco-free as of January 1, 2014. UC Smoke & Tobacco Free Policy

As a condition of employment, you will be required to comply with the University of California Policy on Vaccination Programs, as may be amended or revised from time to time. Federal, state, or local public health directives may impose additional requirements.

EEO STATEMENT
The University of California, Office of the President, 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. EEO/AA

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