Executive Project Operations Manager

University-of-California,-Irvin; Orange (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Sick leave

Vacation time

Retirement savings plans

Employee discounts

Job summary

University of California, Irvine is seeking a Project Operation Manager to provide high-level administrative leadership to the Chief Administrative Officer. The role focuses on strategic coordination, policy development, and daily and long-range priorities for the department.

Under the CAO, you will shape programs and proposals, ensure effective operations, and support decision-making across a complex academic unit. Strong analytical and communication skills are essential for success.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in related area and / or equivalent experience / training
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, written and verbal
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise discretion
• Analytical/problem-solving skills with data synthesis
• Experience developing programs, policies or procedures for implementation
• Ability to multi-task within demanding timeframes

Responsibilities

• Provide high-level administrative leadership and strategic coordination under the Chief Administrative Officer
• Oversee daily operations and long-range priorities of the department
• Serve as the CAO's executive-level partner for decision-making and policy development

Skills

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Discretion and confidentiality

Data analysis

Research and synthesis

Multi-tasking

Policy understanding

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

Job description

University of California, Irvine is seeking a Project Operation Manager to provide high-level administrative leadership to the Chief Administrative Officer. The role focuses on strategic coordination, policy development, and daily and long-range priorities for the department.

Under the CAO, you will shape programs and proposals, ensure effective operations, and support decision-making across a complex academic unit. Strong analytical and communication skills are essential for success.