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Telecommuting - The selected candidate will be required to work a hybrid work schedule, with at least 2 days per week on campus.

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The IRD for this job is: 02-28-2024

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

University Relations supports the teaching, research, and public service of UC Santa Cruz by making and keeping deep, heartfelt connections. Building enduring relationships among students, alumni, faculty, donors, and others is the lifeblood of our work and helps to make UC Santa Cruz a thriving community of knowledge, inquiry, public service, and social mobility.

We are a welcoming group of ambitious and creative professionals pursuing our mission in support of the university's overarching purpose. We take our work seriously because we care - but we don't take ourselves too seriously! The University Relations culture is lively and dynamic; we value collaboration; and our staff is resourceful, enthusiastic, and hard-working.

The division is a fun, friendly, and open place, and our colleagues are supportive of and positive about each other's goals and aspirations. We often jump in to help where needed, rolling up our sleeves to get the job done. We dare to approach challenges as opportunities. We seek creative ways to overcome obstacles, at times with limited resources, while keeping our eye on the objective: helping students achieve their goals, providing crucial public service, and advancing life-changing research and discovery.

We hope you are inspired by what we do and are excited to contribute to our mission. We are looking for candidates who do great work, and we hope they come from a number of different backgrounds and experiences. We aspire to build an increasingly diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace. We encourage you to apply even if you do not believe you meet every qualification for the position but possess transferable skills and experiences.

More information can be found at https://advancement.ucsc.edu/

JOB SUMMARY

The Campaign Project Manager (CPM) is responsible for supporting the implementation of key activities of the University's next Campaign. Under the direction of the Campaign Director, the CPM will organize the Campaign Office, including prioritizing workload and providing research, reports, and other information related to the Campaign's progress, and managing the timeline and tracking for the implementation of the Campaign Operating Plan. The CPM will liaise with campus leadership, donors, and high-level volunteer committee members. The ideal candidate has exceptional communication skills and attention to detail and can move quickly and flexibly through a heavy workload, successfully managing projects and assignments in an evolving, and sometimes ambiguous, environment. The position reports to the AVC Constituent and Donor Engagement/Campaign Director.

APPOINTMENT INFORMATION

Budgeted Salary: $75,000 - $89,350/year. Salary commensurate with skills, qualifications and experience.Under California law, the University of California, Santa Cruz is required to post a reasonable estimate of the compensation for this role. The salary shown above is the budgeted amount the University reasonably expects to pay and the salary extended should not exceed this posted amount.

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: Career appointment

Job End Date: None

Work Location: UC Santa Cruz Main Campus. The selected candidate will be required to work a hybrid work schedule, with at least 2 days per week on campus.

Union Representation: Non-Represented

Job Code Classification: 007385 (EXEC AST 4)

Travel: Never or Rarely

JOB DUTIES

65% - Executive Assistance

• Provide a range of support and assistance to the AVC- CDE/Campaign Manager to successfully reach planning and public-phase milestones. Responsible for own work projects supporting the Campaign Operating Plan. Includes, but not limited to, the following:
• Develop and outline the next steps in the Campaign Operating Plan and ensure a detailed timeline for tracking all activity.
• Set up and staff small and large group meetings, including managing calendar, invitations, reminders, day-of logistics, and implementation and follow-up details.
• Provide support for all activities of the high-level volunteer Campaign Committee.
• Ensure Campaign reports are completed regularly, working with divisional colleagues to ensure timely completion.
• Research a variety of Campaign-related topics (within UCSC as well as from other institutions) and present findings and recommendations.
• Other duties as assigned.

25% - Campus Liason

• Liaison with the Chancellor's Office for scheduling, briefings, and Campaign events.

10% - Project Management

• Serve as project manager for campaign contracts (e.g., GG A and Ologie).

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in related area and / or equivalent experience / training.
• At least five years of related experience, or a combination of education and relevant experience.
• Demonstrated project management skills.
• Proven ability to coordinate, track, and present work in a clear and well-organized manner.
• Intermediate to advanced knowledge of common organization-specific computer applications.
• Strong analytical / problem-solving skills.
• Political acumen and sensitivities to the differing perspectives and political circumstances within all levels of the organization as well as the Chancellor's Office and external constituencies.
• Demonstrated flexibility and ability to stay calm and organized with multiple projects of demanding timeframes.
• Strong skills to communicate and influence effectively with all levels of staff, faculty, alumni/donors, high-level volunteers, students, and external constituents, both verbally and in writing.
• A commitment to promoting and supporting an environment of diversity and inclusion.
• Ability to use a high level of discretion and maintain all confidentiality.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Campaign experience in higher education or a large non-profit organization.

SPECIAL CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

• Selected candidate will be required to pass a pre-employment criminal history background check.
• Ability to work long periods of time at a computer with or without accommodation.
• The selected candidate will be required to work a hybrid work schedule and must be able to work successfully from a home/remote office and fulfill the requirements of the UCSC telecommuting agreement.
• Ability to work a variable schedule including evenings and weekends.
• Selected candidate will be required to complete training within established time frames as directed including UC compliance training.
• Ability to maintain appearance and conduct suitable for working in a professional setting.
• The University of California has implemented a Vaccination Policy covering all employees. Employees, including new hires, are required to comply with any applicable policies relating to the University of California vaccine program.
• 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 obtainedhere.

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.

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.