Engineering School Chief of Staff & Resource Lead

University of California - Merced; Merced (CA); Hybrid; USD 121,000 - 155,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of California, Merced is seeking an Assistant Dean for Resource Management and Chief of Staff for the School of Engineering. The role leads financial, operational, human resources, academic support, and facilities management to align resources with academic and student success priorities.

Reporting to the Dean, you will set strategic direction, develop policies, manage multi-unit operations, and oversee space planning, budgets, and external engagement to advance growth and program

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related area with strong administrative experience.
• Advanced degree preferred (MBA/MPA/PhD) with demonstrated leadership in a research university setting.

Responsibilities

• Advise the Dean on financial, operational, and infrastructure strategy.
• Lead short- and long-term resource planning and staffing optimization.
• Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and reporting for the School of Engineering.
• Direct supervision of key directors and managers across finance, HR, facilities, and academic operations.
• Ensure compliance with policies, risk management, and stakeholder engagement.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Financial management

Organizational development

Budgeting

Policy implementation

Education

Bachelor's degree

Advanced degree (MBA/MPA/PhD)

Job description

The University of California, Merced is seeking an Assistant Dean for Resource Management and Chief of Staff for the School of Engineering. The role leads financial, operational, human resources, academic support, and facilities management to align resources with academic and student success priorities.

Reporting to the Dean, you will set strategic direction, develop policies, manage multi-unit operations, and oversee space planning, budgets, and external engagement to advance growth and program