"Chief Financial and Administrative Officer (CFAO)/Chief of Staff"

Position Information

The Chief Financial and Administrative Officer (CFAO)/Chief of Staff participates with other higher-level managers to establish strategic plans and objectives. Makes decisions on operational matters and ensures achievement of objectives for a large college or operating unit with a direct impact on a major segment of the organization, or with significant multi-organizational or multi-institutional influence. Reviews and approves recommendations for operational planning and control. Erroneous decisions will have serious impact on the overall success of the department, division and/or the organization.

The salary range for this position is $143,000.00 to $285,000.00 annually. However, the expected pay scale for this position is up to $249,500.00 annually. We base salary offers on a variety of considerations, such as education, licensure and certifications, experience, and other business and organizational needs.

Applicants must have current work authorization when accepting a UCR staff position. Currently, UCR is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa for staff.

As a University employee, you will be required to comply with all applicable University policies and/or collective bargaining agreements, as may be amended from time to time. Federal, state, or local government directives may impose additional requirements.

Requirements

Educational Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in related area and/or equivalent experience/training. Required
• Master's Degree in business administration or related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Preferred

Experience Requirements

• 10 - 15 years of related experience. Required
• Demonstrated leadership experience in strategic planning, policy development, forecasting, resource analysis and management, and budgeting to meet unique goals Required
• Recent University of California experience. Preferred
• Minimum of five years of recent, progressive responsible experience in a higher education or similar environment. Preferred
• Previous supervisory/managerial experience. Preferred

Special Conditions

• Must pass a background check. Required
• Exercise the utmost discretion in managing sensitive information... Required

Minimum Requirements

• Advanced skills in strategy development, systems planning and change management.
• Excellent leadership abilities to oversee multiple functions or departments through subordinate managers.
• Advanced knowledge of administrative management theory and ability to translate knowledge into practice.
• Excellent ability to establish metrics for department and employee goals which measure effectiveness of contributions to efficient operations of department.
• Advanced project management skills, including the capability to manage capital projects.
• Excellent skills to work collaboratively and act persuasively in sensitive situations; skills in conflict management techniques.
• Skills in establishing and implementing customer service standards...
• Advanced knowledge of financial analysis and reporting techniques; human resources and risk management planning; accounting and payroll.
• Strong knowledge of common organization-specific and other computer application programs.
• Demonstrated leadership experience in strategic planning...
• Demonstrated ability to interact and communicate effectively...
• Ability to make independent decisions...
• Ability to work effectively as a member of a management team...
• Demonstrated knowledge and experience in strategic and tactical planning...
• Demonstrated knowledge and experience in human resources and payroll policies...
• Knowledge & experience of business and accounting operations...
• Demonstrated advanced knowledge of Microsoft applications...
• Skill in selecting, offering assignments, and coaching employees...

Preferred Qualifications

• Working knowledge of university administrative policies, procedures, and systems.

Job Description Details

General Information

ADMIN MGR 3 000549 28 Brian Haynes Brian Haynes

Positions Directly Supervised

• FINANCIAL ANL MGR 1 (1 FTE)
• COMM MGR 1 (1 FTE)
• HR MGR 1 (1 FTE)
• ADMIN OFCR 4 CX (1 FTE)
• INSTITUTIONAL RSCH ANL 4 (1 FTE)

Generic Scope

Oversees through subordinate managers one or more large, complex departments or business units... Has significant responsibility for formulating and administering policies and programs...

Custom Scope

Participates with other higher-level managers to establish strategic plans and objectives...

Department Custom Scope

The Chief Financial and Administrative Officer (CFAO)/Chief of Staff participates with other higher-level managers...

Key Responsibilities

• Determines and establishes organizational structures and supervisory relationships; often responsible for managing a major segment of the organization. 25%
• Makes decisions on administrative or operational matters and ensures achievement of operation's objectives (operational and budget processes, academic and/or staff FTE, finance, recharge administration, fundraising, human resources, IT and space planning). Apply here

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