Location: Santa Cruz
Job ID: 46271

JOB POSTING

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INITIAL REVIEW DATE (IRD)

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The IRD for this job is: 01-12-2023


ABOUT UC SANTA CRUZ

UC Santa Cruz is a public university like no other in California, combining the experience of a small, liberal arts college with the depth and rigor of a major research university. It's known as an unconventional place where innovation and experimentation is part of the campus's DNA. That playful, bold spirit still thrives today, all on a campus renowned as among the most beautiful in the world.

DEPARTMENT OVERVIEW

Sitting on the edge of the Monterey Bay and the Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary, UC Santa Cruz is nationally recognized for its marine science and coastal sustainability research. Our internationally renowned faculty and researchers bring important and varied expertise connecting research and technology, community engagement and social justice, and climate policy. The Center for Coastal Climate Resilience is supported by the UC Santa Cruz Office of Research which is led by the Vice Chancellor for Research. The center has been established with a state budget allocation of $20 million. The center aims to advance campus research and to partner with state and federal agencies as well as private foundations to address coastal climate change, resilience, and sustainability.

JOB SUMMARY

The Managing Director (MD) reports to the Director of the new Center for Coastal Climate Resilience, a complex research program of high visibility. The MD will work with the Director to develop the long-term vision and goals, policies and procedures, and staffing structure to meet the Center's vision and objectives. The Managing Director oversees a fairly large operational budget to achieve objectives and manages all operations of the Center. The MD is responsible for recruiting and retaining leaders with the Center to achieve Center goals. They will oversee all strategic elements of program administration. With the Director, the Managing Director will identify and advance work with partners on campus and establish partnerships with agencies, businesses, tribes, environmental and social organizations. Uses highly specialized expertise in relevant fields including climate research, coastal policy, environmental justice and related fields to support the strategic development and growth of the Center. Cultivates relationships with foundations and private donors and supports fundraising development. Coordinates work with other campus units, including, but not limited to, the Institute for Marine Sciences, the Seymour Center, and the Coastal Science and Policy program. Coordinates and facilitates a campus Coastal Climate Resilience grant program as well as ongoing projects, working groups, and proposal teams. The MD will help to communicate the developing research and solutions-driven outcomes from the Center.

APPOINTMENT INFORMATION

Salary Information: Salary Range: $130,000 - $160,000/year. Salary commensurate with skills, qualifications and experience.

No. of Positions: 1

Benefits Level Eligibility: Full benefits

Schedule Information:

• Full-time, Fixed
• Percentage of Time: 100%, 40 Hours per Week
• Days of the Week: Mon-Fri
• Shift Includes: Day

Employee Classification: This is a Career appointment

Job End Date: 12/31/2026, with possibility of extension

Work Location: UC Santa Cruz Main Campus

Union Representation: Non-Represented

Job Code Classification: 006083 (ACAD PRG MGR 1)

Travel: Never or Rarely

JOB DUTIES

50% - Program Development and Management

• In coordination with the scientific director, manages the design and development of a major research center.
• Ensures through subordinates varied and competing requirements associated with managing an innovative research program.
• Develops and manages strategic staffing model to meet center goals.
• Develops and implements research programs that reflect faculty interests.
• Ensures the assessment and success of the program(s) effectiveness, and recommends changes to program's content, policies and strategic goals accordingly.
• Develops ideas and options to support decision-making.

25% - Strategic Financial Management

• Identifies and develops continuance of funding from multiple external sources, including fundraising and donor development, and support for foundation and government agency funding.
• Develops and executes strategic plan for financing program activities and ensuring ongoing sustainability of program.
• Plans, directs and controls program budget(s) and manages financial, HR, technical and other supporting resources.

25% - Public Engagement and Communications

• Develops and maintains liaisons with advisory board, and ensures representation of the program to governing boards, outside agencies, and the public.
• Leads public events, professional conferences and provides public relations support.
• Coordinates center communications including website, newsletter, and social media.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Advanced degree in related area and / or equivalent experience / training.
• Topical expertise in climate research, coastal policy, environmental justice or related field.
• Expert oral communication skills.
• Expert written communication skills.
• Leadership experience in academic institution and / or government agencies.
• Demonstrated expertise in building collaborations between academia, community organizations, business and / or governmental agencies.
• Demonstrated expertise with program building, administrative operations, budgetary, human resources and financial principles and practices.
• Expert ability to work with dynamic and diverse group of faculty, staff and students.
• Managerial experience and proven success in managing a complex research or academic program(s).
• Skills in organization and customer service to effectively manage multiple important priorities.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Terminal degree in a related field (PhD, JD, MD, etc.).
• Strong fundraising experience.
• Strong negotiation skills with the ability to influence / persuade all levels of staff.
• Demonstrated expertise working with legislators, or local officials to move forward policy agendas.
• Experience managing communications for a department or organization.

SPECIAL CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

• Selected candidate will be required to pass a pre-employment criminal history background check.
• Will be required to work a hybrid work schedule, days of the week and number of days to be determined, and be able to fulfill requirements of the UCSC telecommuting agreement.
• Ability to travel to multiple work locations on and off campus.
• This position may be considered for hybrid work, subject to the terms of a telecommuting agreement and dependent on the needs of the research community. While telecommuting/remote working, the employee is responsible for ensuring a worksite environment suitable for accomplishing their regular job duties during scheduled hours of work and, if applicable, arranging for dependent care just as they would if they were working in person at a UCSC worksite.
• The University of California has implemented a COVID-19 Vaccination Policy covering all employees. To be compliant with the policy, covered employees must submit proof of vaccination or have an approved exception or deferral, eight (8) weeks from date of hire.
• Per the Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act (CANRA), this position has been identified as a Mandated Reporter. The selected candidate will be required to report known or suspected child abuse or neglect as defined by CANRA and will be required to sign a Statement Acknowledging Requirement to Report Child Abuse prior to commencing employment. CANRA Penal Codes, and related definitions, requirements, and responsibilities may be obtained here.

SAFETY STATEMENT

All UCSC employees must understand and follow job safety procedures, attend required health and safety training, proactively promote safety at work, and promptly report actual and potential accidents and injuries.

HOW TO APPLY

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EEO/AA

The University of California is an Equal Employment 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. UC Santa Cruz is committed to excellence through diversity and strives to establish a climate that welcomes, celebrates, and promotes respect for the contributions of all students and employees.


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The University of California 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. UC Santa Cruz is committed to excellence through diversity and strives to establish a climate that welcomes, celebrates, and promotes respect for the contributions of all students and employees.

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