Operations Leader for Data Science Institute

University of California-Berkeley; Berkeley (CA); On-site; USD 97,572 - 107,719; Full time

Job summary

University of California, Berkeley is seeking an Operations Manager for the Berkeley Institute for Data Science (BIDS). The role oversees administrative services across finance, HR, facilities, and IT, and supports leadership with short- and long-range planning.

Responsibilities include supervising staff, managing vendor contracts and payments, coordinating HR processes, and contributing to organizational communications and website content.

Qualifications

• Thorough knowledge of University rules, regulations, processes, budgets and personnel management.
• Strong communication, negotiation and advising skills.
• Familiarity with event planning, payroll, grants and contracts regulations.

Responsibilities

• Oversees administrative operations including purchasing, travel, reimbursements and vendor payments.
• Coordinates HR activities: onboarding, interviews, contracts, renewals, and payroll documents.
• Supports website content, newsletters, and campus communications.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Verbal & written communication

Active listening

Critical thinking

Advising & counseling

Discretion & confidentiality

Short-term planning & analysis

Customer service

Education

Bachelor’s degree in related field

Tools

University systems & payroll tools

Job description

University of California, Berkeley is seeking an Operations Manager for the Berkeley Institute for Data Science (BIDS). The role oversees administrative services across finance, HR, facilities, and IT, and supports leadership with short- and long-range planning.

Responsibilities include supervising staff, managing vendor contracts and payments, coordinating HR processes, and contributing to organizational communications and website content.