University of California, Davis
Job Summary
#CA-DS
Under the general direction of the Chief Administrative Officer (CAO), independently manage and oversee the Human Resources/Academic Personnel team supporting the School of Medicine Basic Sciences Administrative cluster, which includes the departments of Biochemistry and Molecular Medicine, Cell Biology & Human Anatomy, and Physiology & Membrane Biology. Provide high‑level consultation, leadership, analysis, and strategic planning on academic personnel issues and oversee recruitment and hiring for approximately 80 faculty members across Sacramento and Davis campuses. Manage academic personnel actions, admission and retention policies, and work with staff and student personnel on employment actions, compensation, classification, and benefits. Serve as a resource to employees and supervisors on contracts, policy interpretation, probation, employee relations, performance management, discipline, and compliance with state/federal laws, UC policies, and collective bargaining agreements. Supervise and evaluate subordinate work, develop process improvement models, gather audit data, and ensure compliance with applicable laws, policies, and contracts.
Key Responsibilities
40% – HUMAN RESOURCES/ACADEMIC PERSONNEL LEADERSHIP
30% – TEAM SUPERVISION & DEVELOPMENT
10% – ADVISORY & CONSULTATION SERVICES
10% – COMPLIANCE, POLICY MANAGEMENT & ADMINISTRATIVE OPERATIONS
10% – HUMAN RESOURCES & RISK MANAGEMENT
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Human Resources Administration, Health Administration, Public Administration, Business, or related field, or equivalent experience.
Knowledge and experience with academic affairs issues including recruitment, appointments, faculty advancement, retention, leaves of absence, and salary administration.
Analytical skills to research and interpret data and policy, forecast impacts, and develop solutions.
Experience supervising, coaching, and motivating staff or project teams.
Experience handling sensitive HR data with confidentiality.
Experience analyzing key employment issues and integrating information.
Proficiency with standard business software (word processing, email, calendaring, spreadsheets).
Comprehensive knowledge of UC academic personnel policies, procedures, and practices.
Understanding of Academic Senate governance and faculty advancement processes.
Visionary leadership, supervisory strengths, & ability to manage complex workflows.
Strong policy interpretation and advisory skills, knowledge of HR practices and employment law.
Capacity to anticipate issues and act proactively.
Preferred Qualifications
Master's degree in Human Resources Administration, Health Administration, Public Administration, Business, or related field, or equivalent experience.
Experience with California labor law, UC Davis policies, and collective bargaining contracts for staff, students, and academic appointments.
Experience with UC Davis internal HR and Academic Personnel systems.
Experience in human resources and academic personnel practices at UC Davis School of Medicine.
Position Information
Salary: $7,891.66 – $14,775.00 monthly (Budgeted: $7,891.67 – $11,333.33)
Grade: 24
Title: ACAD HR ANL 4
Job Code: 007716
Number of Positions: 1
Appointment Type: Staff – Career
Percent of Time: 100%
Shift: M‑F 8‑5 (8 hour)
Location: Tupper (TUPPERHAL)
Union Representation: 99 – Non‑Represented (PPSM)
Benefits Eligible: Yes
Hybrid (mix of on‑site and remote work)
Benefits
High quality low‑cost medical plans and free dental/vision coverage for you and your family.
Extensive leave benefits including pregnancy, parental, family & medical leave.
Paid holidays, vacation, and sick time per UC Davis health or employee policies.
Continuing Education allowance and Education Reimbursement Program.
On‑site Employee Assistance Program with free mental health services.
Supplemental insurance options (life, disability, pet, legal coverage).
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSFL) and student loan repayment assistance.
Retirement options including Pension and other Saving Plans.
Physical Demands
Standing, walking – occasional up to 3 hours.
Sitting – frequent 3‑6 hours.
Lifting/carriage 0‑25 lbs – occasional up to 3 hours.
Pushing/pulling, bending, stooping, squatting/kneeling, twisting, reaching overhead – occasional up to 3 hours.
Keyboard use – frequent 3‑6 hours.
Mental Demands
Sustained attention and concentration – frequent 3‑6 hours.
Complex problem solving – occasional up to 3 hours.
Organization & prioritization – frequent 3‑6 hours.
Communication – frequent 3‑6 hours.
Numerical skills – occasional up to 3 hours.
Constant interaction & customer/patient contact – frequent 3‑6 hours.
Multiple concurrent tasks – frequent 3‑6 hours.
Work Environment UC Davis is a smoke‑free campus. Work may require flexibility, occasional evenings, weekends, and holidays. Vacation is restricted during peak periods.
Special Requirements
Employment contingent on criminal background check, drug screening, medical evaluation, and functional capacity assessment.
Misconduct Disclosure Requirement: Final candidates must disclose any final administrative or judicial misconduct decisions or ongoing disciplinary proceedings within the last seven years.
A Culture of Opportunity and Belonging 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 learn more about our anti‑discrimination policy, 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. We encourage you to apply even if your experience doesn't match every listed requirement. #YouBelongHere
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Under the general direction of the Chief Administrative Officer (CAO), independently manage and oversee the Human Resources/Academic Personnel team supporting the School of Medicine Basic Sciences Administrative cluster, which includes the departments of Biochemistry and Molecular Medicine, Cell Biology & Human Anatomy, and Physiology & Membrane Biology. Provide high‑level consultation, leadership, analysis, and strategic planning on academic personnel issues and oversee recruitment and hiring for approximately 80 faculty members across Sacramento and Davis campuses. Manage academic personnel actions, admission and retention policies, and work with staff and student personnel on employment actions, compensation, classification, and benefits. Serve as a resource to employees and supervisors on contracts, policy interpretation, probation, employee relations, performance management, discipline, and compliance with state/federal laws, UC policies, and collective bargaining agreements. Supervise and evaluate subordinate work, develop process improvement models, gather audit data, and ensure compliance with applicable laws, policies, and contracts.
Key Responsibilities
40% – HUMAN RESOURCES/ACADEMIC PERSONNEL LEADERSHIP
30% – TEAM SUPERVISION & DEVELOPMENT
10% – ADVISORY & CONSULTATION SERVICES
10% – COMPLIANCE, POLICY MANAGEMENT & ADMINISTRATIVE OPERATIONS
10% – HUMAN RESOURCES & RISK MANAGEMENT
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Human Resources Administration, Health Administration, Public Administration, Business, or related field, or equivalent experience.
Knowledge and experience with academic affairs issues including recruitment, appointments, faculty advancement, retention, leaves of absence, and salary administration.
Analytical skills to research and interpret data and policy, forecast impacts, and develop solutions.
Experience supervising, coaching, and motivating staff or project teams.
Experience handling sensitive HR data with confidentiality.
Experience analyzing key employment issues and integrating information.
Proficiency with standard business software (word processing, email, calendaring, spreadsheets).
Comprehensive knowledge of UC academic personnel policies, procedures, and practices.
Understanding of Academic Senate governance and faculty advancement processes.
Visionary leadership, supervisory strengths, & ability to manage complex workflows.
Strong policy interpretation and advisory skills, knowledge of HR practices and employment law.
Capacity to anticipate issues and act proactively.
Preferred Qualifications
Master's degree in Human Resources Administration, Health Administration, Public Administration, Business, or related field, or equivalent experience.
Experience with California labor law, UC Davis policies, and collective bargaining contracts for staff, students, and academic appointments.
Experience with UC Davis internal HR and Academic Personnel systems.
Experience in human resources and academic personnel practices at UC Davis School of Medicine.
Position Information
Salary: $7,891.66 – $14,775.00 monthly (Budgeted: $7,891.67 – $11,333.33)
Grade: 24
Title: ACAD HR ANL 4
Job Code: 007716
Number of Positions: 1
Appointment Type: Staff – Career
Percent of Time: 100%
Shift: M‑F 8‑5 (8 hour)
Location: Tupper (TUPPERHAL)
Union Representation: 99 – Non‑Represented (PPSM)
Benefits Eligible: Yes
Hybrid (mix of on‑site and remote work)
Benefits
High quality low‑cost medical plans and free dental/vision coverage for you and your family.
Extensive leave benefits including pregnancy, parental, family & medical leave.
Paid holidays, vacation, and sick time per UC Davis health or employee policies.
Continuing Education allowance and Education Reimbursement Program.
On‑site Employee Assistance Program with free mental health services.
Supplemental insurance options (life, disability, pet, legal coverage).
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSFL) and student loan repayment assistance.
Retirement options including Pension and other Saving Plans.
Physical Demands
Standing, walking – occasional up to 3 hours.
Sitting – frequent 3‑6 hours.
Lifting/carriage 0‑25 lbs – occasional up to 3 hours.
Pushing/pulling, bending, stooping, squatting/kneeling, twisting, reaching overhead – occasional up to 3 hours.
Keyboard use – frequent 3‑6 hours.
Mental Demands
Sustained attention and concentration – frequent 3‑6 hours.
Complex problem solving – occasional up to 3 hours.
Organization & prioritization – frequent 3‑6 hours.
Communication – frequent 3‑6 hours.
Numerical skills – occasional up to 3 hours.
Constant interaction & customer/patient contact – frequent 3‑6 hours.
Multiple concurrent tasks – frequent 3‑6 hours.
Work Environment UC Davis is a smoke‑free campus. Work may require flexibility, occasional evenings, weekends, and holidays. Vacation is restricted during peak periods.
Special Requirements
Employment contingent on criminal background check, drug screening, medical evaluation, and functional capacity assessment.
Misconduct Disclosure Requirement: Final candidates must disclose any final administrative or judicial misconduct decisions or ongoing disciplinary proceedings within the last seven years.
A Culture of Opportunity and Belonging 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 learn more about our anti‑discrimination policy, 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. We encourage you to apply even if your experience doesn't match every listed requirement. #YouBelongHere
#J-18808-Ljbffr