Director of IT Business Operations

Job Summary

Under the direction of the UCD Health CIO, the Director of IT Business Operations is responsible for the direction, planning, and execution of the administrative functions of the IT Division. This includes budget and financial management, contracts and procurement, Human Resources, and IT facilities, space planning and building operations. This role works closely with both IT and UCDH leaders, establishing strong, collaborative relationships. Advises on sensitive organizational matters and represents IT on committees and initiatives at UCDH and across UC organizations.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in related area and / or equivalent experience / training
• Experience leading one or more teams in HR, Procurement, Finance or general administrative operations.
• Strong analytical skills with productivity tools such as MS Excel, MS Word, MS PowerPoint.
• Communication skills to effectively convey information to all levels of the organization.
• Familiarity with administrative leadership responsibilities, including representing an organization in high-level committees or providing strategic updates.
• Proven leadership skills that include working with complex organizations and large projects.
• Clear communicator with a strong grasp on political and organizational dynamics.
• Superior skills in financial management and administrative organization.
• Leadership and managerial skills to lead and direct several professional teams working on unique and technically difficult projects in a complex administrative environment.
• Skills to delegate assignments and share decision-making with team members as appropriate.
• A calming, objective advisor to staff and leadership.

Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced degree in a related disciplinary field such as Business Administration, Health Administration, or Information Technology
• Experience developing and supporting a large IT divisional budget (over 500 employees and over $200M budget)
• Demonstrated experience negotiating large IT purchases and contracts
• Strong financial/accounting skills
• Knowledge and understanding of UCHD and UC policies, procedures and practices.
• Experience with analytics and dashboards.

Key Responsibilities

• 45% - Budget & Financial Planning, Contracts & Procurement
• 20% - Human Resource Administration
• 20% - Facilities & Space Administration, IT and HAS Building
• 15% - Administrative Leadership

Department Overview

The UCD Health IT Division has 600+ employees, and an annual budget of $250M+. The division supports the technology needs of both the Health System and the Schools of Medicine.

POSITION INFORMATION

• Salary or Pay Range: $9,691.67 - $21,225.00
• Salary Frequency: Monthly
• Salary Grade: Grade 27
• UC Job Title: ADMIN MGR 2
• UC Job Code: 000548
• Number of Positions: 1
• Appointment Type: Staff: Career
• Percentage of Time: 100%
• Shift Hours: Monday - Friday 8:00 to 5:00
• Location: UCDHAS Building (HSP165)
• Union Representation: 99 - Non-Represented (PPSM)
• Benefits Eligible: Yes

Benefits

• High quality and low-cost medical plans
• UC pays for Dental and Vision insurance premiums
• Extensive leave benefits including Pregnancy and Parental Leave
• Paid Holidays annually
• Paid Time Off/Vacation/Sick Time
• Continuing Education allowance and Education Reimbursement Program
• Access to free professional development courses
• WorkLife and Wellness programs
• On-site Employee Assistance Program
• Supplemental insurance offered
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness Qualified Employer
• Retirement benefit options including Pension and Retirement Saving Plans
• Resources to enhance diversity, equity and inclusion and Employee Resource Groups

Physical Demands

• Standing - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Walking - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Sitting - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Lifting/Carrying 0-25 Lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Pushing/Pulling 0-25 Lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Bending/Stooping - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Squatting/Kneeling - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Keyboard use/repetitive motion - Occasional Up to 3 Hours

Mental Demands

• Sustained attention and concentration - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Complex problem solving/reasoning - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Ability to organize & prioritize - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Communication skills - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Numerical skills - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Constant Interaction - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Customer/Patient Contact - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Multiple Concurrent Tasks - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours

Work Environment

UC Davis is a smoke and tobacco free campus effective January 1, 2014. Smoking, the use of smokeless tobacco products, and the use of unregulated nicotine products (e-cigarettes) will be strictly prohibited on any UC Davis owned or leased property, indoors and outdoors, including parking lots and residential space.

Special Requirements

• This is a critical position, as defined by UC policy and local procedures, and as such, employment is contingent upon successful completion of background check(s), including but not limited to criminal record history background check(s)

Misconduct Disclosure Requirement: As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts a conditional offer of employment will be required to disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct; received notice of any allegations or are currently the subject of any administrative or disciplinary proceedings involving misconduct; have left a position after receiving notice of allegations or while under investigation in an administrative or disciplinary proceeding involving misconduct; or have filed an appeal of a finding of misconduct with a previous employer.

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging

At UC Davis, we’re solving life’s most urgent challenges to bring a fuller, healthier, and more resilient world within reach. We grow from every challenge we take on and we don’t just maintain - we improve. We recognize that creating an inclusive and intellectually vibrant organization means understanding and valuing both our individual differences and our common ground. The most comprehensive solutions come from the most diverse minds and you belong here. As you consider joining UC Davis, please explore our Principles of Community, our Clinical Strategic Plan and strategic vision for research and education, and our latest efforts to outgrow the expected. The University of California, Davis is an Equal 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.