Chief Administrative Officer, Office of Faculty & Academic Affairs

Vice Provost-Academic Aff

Full Time

85522BR

Job Summary

The Executive Vice Chancellor and Provost (EVCP) Organization seeks a candidate who will serve in the role of the Chief Administrative Officer (CAO) of the Office of Faculty Academic Affairs (OFAA). The CAO is responsible for the human resource management, budget, technology and space management of the units within the office. This includes oversight of centralized faculty academic services provided to approximately 5,000 faculty members across all UCSF professional schools. The CAO manages a $14.9M budget. The CAO reports to the Assistant Vice Provost of Faculty Academic Affairs and is responsible for implementing programmatic vision and strategic plan of the Vice Provost of Faculty Academic Affairs
Additionally, the CAO serves as a core member of the EVCP’s administrative leadership team, contributing
knowledge and expertise to guide the oversight of all academic missions, including research, education,
faculty and student affairs and other support units.

The final salary and offer components are subject to additional approvals based on UC policy.

Your placement within the salary range is dependent on a number of factors including your work experience and internal equity within this position classification at UCSF. For positions that are represented by a labor union, placement within the salary range will be guided by the rules in the collective bargaining agreement.

The salary range for this position is $183,800 – $275,700 (Annual Rate).

To learn more about the benefits of working at UCSF, including total compensation, please visit: https://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/compensation-and-benefits/index.html

Department Description

The Office of the Vice Provost-Academic Affairs (VPAA) and Faculty Development and Advancement facilitates the
recruitment, development, mentoring, and retention of the highest-caliber diverse faculty. The Office provides
leadership, training, and guidance in the development and implementation of policies and procedures relating to
academic personnel. The Office is committed to improving the work life and academic environment for faculty to
support innovative and collaborative approaches for education, research and health care at UCSF. As of July 2025, there are approximately 5,000 faculty, 1,100 non-faculty academics, and 3300 volunteer clinical professors
appointed at UCSF.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in related area and / or equivalent experience / training
• Management experience (minimum 5 of years) in an academic research environment or equivalent experience
• Direct financial management experience for a large, complex academic operation
• Demonstrated success in developing and managing large budgets in a resource-constrained environment
• Demonstrated record of accomplishment in advocating and incorporating the policy and program needs of a complex, multi-unit organization into the broader organization-wide/corporate-wide plans and programs
• Thorough knowledge of financial analysis and reporting techniques; human resources and risk management planning; accounting and payroll
• Excellent ability to establish metrics for department and employee goals
• Very strong ability to quickly evaluate complex issues and identify multiple options for resolution
• Excellent project management skills, including the capability of managing capital projects
• Thorough knowledge of common organization-specific and other computer Application programs
• Excellent interpersonal skills to effectively lead, motivate and influence others and to develop and maintain high standards of customer service
• Experience in building productive, collaborative relationships
• Excellent skills to work collaboratively and act persuasively in sensitive situations; skills in conflict management techniques

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree preferred or equivalent level of education and experience
• Success with leading large-scale change initiatives in a complex organization
• Knowledge of student due process policies and procedures, conflict resolution strategies, and skill in mediating disputes
• Knowledge of university policies and procedures in all functional areas: sponsored research, finance and accounting, and academic and staff personnel
• Deep understanding of and passion for faculty academic affairs and graduate and health professions education
• Demonstrated experience in successful crisis management

About UCSF

The University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) is a leading university dedicated to promoting health worldwide through advanced biomedical research, graduate-level education in the life sciences and health professions, and excellence in patient care. It is the only campus in the 10-campus UC system dedicated exclusively to the health sciences. We bring together the world’s leading experts in nearly every area of health. We are home to five Nobel laureates who have advanced the understanding of cancer, neurodegenerative diseases, aging and stem cells.

Pride Values

UCSF is a diverse community made of people with many skills and talents. We seek candidates whose work experience or community service has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to professionalism, respect, integrity, diversity and excellence – also known as our PRIDE values.
In addition to our PRIDE values, UCSF is committed to equity – both in how we deliver care as well as our workforce. We are committed to building a broadly diverse community, nurturing a culture that is welcoming and supportive, and engaging diverse ideas for the provision of culturally competent education, discovery, and patient care. Additional information about UCSF is available at diversity.ucsf.edu
Join us to find a rewarding career contributing to improving healthcare worldwide.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law.

Organization

Campus

Job Code and Payroll Title

000548 ADMIN MGR 2

Job Category

Human Resources, Professional (Non-Clinical), Professional and Managerial, Supervisory / Management

Bargaining Unit

99 – Policy-Covered (No Bargaining Unit)

Employee Class

Career

Percentage

100%

Location

San Francisco, CA

Campus

Mission Bay (SF)

Work Style

Hybrid

Shift

Days

Shift Length

8 Hours

Additional Shift Details

Monday – Friday, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.