Associate Vice Chancellor, Housing, Dining, Divisional Operations and Technology (ADMIN MGR 4)

The Associate Vice Chancellor (AVC) reports directly to the Vice Chancellor of Student Affairs and acts for the Vice Chancellor in their absence. The incumbent participates in the development of division-wide policy through membership on the Vice Chancellor's Council. Campus-wide and University-wide coordinating, policy development, and liaison responsibilities include membership on a variety of standing committees and boards. Responsible for budget planning and oversight, human resources, administrative and auxiliary operations, capital, and strategic planning for Student Housing, Dining Services, Divisional Operations and Information Technology. The AVC is responsible for directing multiple subordinate managers to ensure the success of complex, critical and essential services and programs that serve the entire UC Davis campus. Represents the Vice Chancellor and UC Davis to faculty, staff, students, UCOP, Regents, UC campuses and City of Davis.

Apply By Date

Monday, February 23 at 11:50p Pacific; screening and selection can begin any time.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business administration, education, or any other related area and/or equivalent experience/training
• At least 10 years of progressive management experience in student housing within a comparably sized and complex higher education institution.
• Progressively responsible experience in fiscal management, human resource management, residential education, policy development, strategic planning and capital planning.
• Experience with student-centered service operations, residential and student-union focused programs for diverse audiences.
• Strategic planning experience within Student Affairs or a similar type of organziation at an institution of similar scale and complexity.
• Demonstrable experience leading cross-divisional initiatives while maintaining effective partnerships across university departments.
• Must have strong oral and written communication skills to clearly and effectively interact with a variety of diverse audiences and constituencies.
• Evidence of strong leadership, conflict resolution and supervisory skills to support development and engagement of staff, student employees and student leaders.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree, PhD, Ed.D. or other advanced degree preferred
• Ability to solicit constructive input from and develop eventual consensus among groups and constituencies with differing priorities and perspectives; strong background in facilitating and cultivating collaborations among campus groups and departments.
• Proven experience in organization-wide talent development across multiple departments.
• Proven experience supervising and developing senior-level leaders, including Executive Directors and Directors offering coaching, mentorship, and strategic direction to promote excellence and cross-departmental collaboration.
• Proven experience as a strategic information technology partner.
• Experience leading or contributing to university housing master planning, or managing large-scale residential construction and renovation projects.
• Progressive experience with auxiliary enterprise models, including developing new revenue streams and resources.
• Executive-level leadership in housing operations, facilities management, capital improvement planning, campus planning, construction, renovation, and deferred maintenance.
• Strong proficiency in policy development, risk management, and compliance with applicable campus, UC system, local, state, and federal regulations (e.g., information security policies, ADA, Clery, Title IX, OSHA).

Key Responsibilities

• 40% - Leadership and Strategic Planning
• 30% - Capital Planning And Divisional Facilities Management
• 20% - Fiscal And Human Resource Management
• 10% - Systemwide, Campus and Community Collaboration

Department Overview

The mission of the UC Davis Division of Student Affairs is to catalyze and sustain meaningful partnerships to create equitable and holistic outcomes that align with the evolving aspirations and needs of our communities. Within Student Affairs are units such as Housing and Dining, Campus Recreation, Operations, Student Health and Counseling Services, Student Life, Campus Community Centers, Retention Services, and Student Success & Equity Innovation. The division is composed of 26 departments, 1200 career employees, 3,500 student employees, with an annual operating budget of over $300 million.

The Associate Vice Chancellor of Housing, Dining, Divisional Operations and Technology operates with an extremely high degree of autonomy to manage the full scope of administrative services for multiple large and high impact units, through subordinate management staff.

Student Housing and Dining Services (SHDS) is a self-supporting auxiliary which provides housing and food service operations to 15,000 students who live on campus in residence halls and apartments. Dining Services provides all food operations including dining halls, retail locations, catering, concessions and vending. Over 30,000 meals are delivered daily. SHDS has an annual operating budget and debt coverage of $18365M and employs 650 career staff and 1,600 student staff. Departments include Facilities Services, Business Operations, Dining Services, Student Development, and Inclusion/Culture/Belonging.

Divisional Operations (DO) has operational oversight for all Student Affairs properties that are not managed by SHDS. These properties include administrative space as well as programmatic space such as the University Credit Union Center, Activities and Recreation Center (ARC), Student Health and Wellness Center (SHWC), Student Services Center (SSC) and others. DO has 20 career staff and 174 student staff and has an annual operating budget of $9.5M. DO is also responsible for the planning and delivery of all minor/capital projects and events within all spaces.

Information technology (SA-IT) has oversight of all information technology, cyber security risk management, and asset management across the division. The unit has over 20 staff.

In full support of our institutional commitment to embrace diversity and practice inclusive excellence, we expect every member of our community to acknowledge, value, and uphold the guidelines set forth in the Principles of Community. As a community of scholars and life-long learners, we commit ourselves to learning together about our differences and commonalities while growing in all areas of equity, diversity, and inclusion.

Position Information

• Full Salary Grade Range: $177,300.00 - $388,700.00
• Salary Frequency: UCANNL - Annual Rate paid monthly in arrears
• Salary Grade: Grade 30
• UC Job Title: ADMIN MGR 4
• UC Job Code: 000550
• Number of Positions: 1
• Appointment Type: Staff: Career
• Percentage of Time: 100
• Shift (Work Schedule): Mon - Fri and variable as needed
• Location: Housing Admin Bldg-Std Housing (HAB160)
• Union Representation: 99 - Non-Represented (PPSM)
• Benefits Eligible: Yes
• This position is 100% on-site

Benefits

Outstanding benefits and perks are among the many rewards of working for the University of California. UC Davis offers a full range of benefits, resources and programs to help you bring your best self to work, as well as to help you and your family achieve your health, wellness, financial and career goals. Learn more about the benefits below and eligibility rules by visiting either our handy Benefits Summary for UC Davis Health Employees or Benefits Summary for UC Davis Employees and our Benefits Page.

• High quality and low-cost medical plans to choose from to fit your family's needs
• UC pays for Dental and Vision insurance premiums for you and your family
• Extensive leave benefits including Pregnancy and Parental Leave, Family & Medical Leave
• Paid Holidays annually as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement
• Paid Time Off/Vacation/Sick Time as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement
• Continuing Education (CE) allowance and Education Reimbursement Program as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement
• Access to free professional development courses and learning opportunities for personal and professional growth
• WorkLife and Wellness programs and resources
• On-site Employee Assistance Program including access to free mental health services
• Supplemental insurance offered including additional life, short/long term disability, pet insurance and legal coverage
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSFL) Qualified Employer & Student Loan Repayment Assistance Program for qualified roles
• Retirement benefit options for eligible roles including Pension and other Retirement Saving Plans. More information on our retirement benefits can be found here

Physical Demands

• Standing - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Walking - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Sitting - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Lifting/Carrying 0-25 Lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Pushing/Pulling 0-25 Lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Bending/Stooping - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Squatting/Kneeling - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Twisting - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Reaching overhead - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Keyboard use/repetitive motion - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours

Mental Demands

• Sustained attention and concentration - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Complex problem solving/reasoning - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Ability to organize & prioritize - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Communication skills - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Numerical skills - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Constant Interaction - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Customer/Patient Contact - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Multiple Concurrent Tasks - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours

Work Environment

UC Davis is a smoke and tobacco free campus effective January 1, 2014. Smoking, the use of smokeless tobacco products, and the use of unregulated nicotine products (e-cigarettes) will be strictly prohibited on any UC Davis owned or leased property, indoors and outdoors, including parking lots and residential space.

Special Requirements

• This is a critical position, as defined by UC Policy and local procedures, and as such, employment is contingent upon clearing a criminal background check(s) and may include drug screening, medical evaluation clearance and functional capacity assessment
• This position is designated as a mandated reporter under CANRA and UC policy, and employment is contingent on compliance with applicable policies, procedures and training requirements

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.

A Culture of Opportunity and Belonging

At UC Davis, we're committed to solving life's most urgent challenges and building a healthier, more resilient world. We believe in growing through every challenge, continually striving to improve, and welcoming new perspectives that strengthen our community. We recognize that a vibrant and innovative organization values both individual strengths and shared purpose. The best ideas often emerge when people with different experiences come together.

As you consider joining UC Davis, we invite you to explore our Principles of Community, our Clinical Strategic Plan and strategic vision for research and education. We believe you belong here. The University of California, Davis is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age or protected veteran status.

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

Because we want you to feel seen and valued, our recruitment process at UC Davis supports openness and authenticity. Research shows that some individuals hesitate to apply unless they meet every qualification. You may be an excellent fit for this role-or the next one. We encourage you to apply even if your experience doesn't match every listed requirement. #YouBelongHere

To learn more about our background check program, please visit: https://hr.ucdavis.edu/departments/recruitment/ucd/selection/background-checks

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