Serves six independent units in the College of Letters and Science Social Sciences that are clustered for administrative purposes: Psychology Department, Philosophy Department, Center for Mind and Brain (CMB), Science and Technology Studies Department (STS), Center for Science and Innovation Studies (CSIS), and Cognitive Science.

The units consists of a Department Chair & 2 Vice Chairs (Psychology), Department Chair (Philosophy), Director and Associate Director (CMB), Department Chair (STS), Director of CSIS and Director of Cognitive Science, approximately 70 Senate faculty, 35 Academic Federation faculty, 100+ non-Senate academic employees of varying titles (Graduate Student Researchers, Teaching Assistants, Visiting Scholars, Postdoctoral Scholars, Lecturers), 150+ graduate students, 3200+ undergraduate majors, and 23 staff FTE.

Since the Centers draw faculty from different colleges/divisions it requires that this position is conversant and knowledgeable about the many varying units.

Under supervision of the Business Office Manager, assume responsible for planning, managing and implementing a wide variety of events and conferences for Department Chairs and Directors for the Division of Social Sciences Yellow Cluster in the College of Letters and Science. Work within complex university policies and procedures related to the use of campus facilities and services. Evaluate event requirements, develop comprehensive cost projections and provide complete event management for university and non-university clients within university guidelines.

Provide administrative program support for DSS Yellow Cluster as well as for the centers and programs that the unit supports. Assist in day-to-day operations. Respond to general inquires in person, by email, or on the phone. Main point of contact for purchasing and reimbursement for Philosophy and Science & Technology Studies. Serve as cluster expert on updating and maintaining our websites.

Position Information

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

·       Physical Demands: Prolonged sitting and use of computer.

·       Lifting Requirements: Lift and move packages and boxes weighing up to 25 pounds.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

·       Work in a demanding environment with multiple competing deadlines and frequent interruptions.

·       Work flexible hours and overtime during evenings, weekends and – holidays to meet operational needs.

·       Travel to various UC Davis offices located on and off campus, at times on short notice.

·       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. https://ucdavispolicy.ellucid.com/documents/view/271  

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Education/Experience:

·       Experience managing large complex conferences and events including planning, decision making, contracts, and policy implementation.

·       Experience developing and monitoring event budgets including understanding financial reports.

·       Experience using organizational and time management skills to prioritize and coordinate multiple complex and detailed projects simultaneously.

·       Experience with Microsoft Office Suite and publishing software to create event materials and support events; and with website management software to make updates and changes to web pages.

·       Experience using interpersonal, customer relations and communication skills to effectively interact and communicate with clients, faculty, staff and administrators; and to provide excellent customer service to a culturally diverse constituency of internal and external clients.

·       Administrative support experience in a professional, front office environment.

Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSA):

·       Demonstrated commitment to valuing diversity and contributing to an inclusive working and learning environment.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Preferred Education/Experience:   

·       Event management experience in an academic environment.

·       Experience with AggieTravel, AggieBuy, KFS, and DaFIS Decision Support.

·       Experience using SiteFarm to update and maintain websites.

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSA):

·       Knowledge of university event policies and procedures including principles of risk management and liability as related to events.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Background Check

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.

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