Chief Administrative Officer (CAO) Job at Confidential, La Jolla, CA

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  • Confidential
  • La Jolla, CA

Job Description

Chief Administrative Officer (CAO)

About the Company

Top public research university

Industry
Higher Education

Type
Educational Institution

Founded
1960

Employees
10,001+

Categories

  • Continuing Education
  • Education
  • Higher Education
  • STEM Education
  • Universities
  • Colleges & Universities
  • San Diego
  • University of California

Specialties

  • Public Service

About the Role

The Company is seeking a Chief Administrative Officer (CAO) to join the Department of Astronomy and Astrophysics. The CAO will be a key leader, responsible for the management, strategic planning, and leadership of all administrative activities within the department. This includes fiscal management of departmental budgets, overseeing contracts, gifts, and grants, and managing academic, staff, and student human resources. The role also involves serving as the principal advisor to the Department Chair and faculty on the development and implementation of short- and long-term strategic plans, budgets, and financial performance. The successful candidate will have demonstrated leadership skills, the ability to use initiative and resourcefulness in accomplishing duties, and advanced knowledge of university rules and regulations related to budget, accounting, fund management, and personnel management. Applicants for the CAO position at the company should possess strong human resources management skills, advanced interpersonal skills, and the ability to make sound decisions in a complex, multi-discipline, academic research environment. The role requires a candidate with the ability to work on highly complex issues, exercise judgment in decision-making, and the capacity to work effectively with a diverse university population. Advanced knowledge of a variety of administrative operational activities is essential, including event planning, risk management, website design, and financial analysis. The ideal candidate will have a background in a relevant field and be capable of supervising and mentoring support staff. The position demands a professional with a proactive and collaborative approach, who can adapt to changing circumstances and ensure the department's operations align with the company's mission and values.

Hiring Manager Title
Chair, Department of Astronomy and Astrophysics

Travel Percent
Less than 10%

Functions

  • Education/Academic Administration
  • Operations

Job Tags

Temporary work,

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