Assistant Vice Chancellor for Data, Analytics, and Campus Business Processes (Hybrid)

The University of California, Merced is required to provide a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role. This range takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. It is not typical for an individual to be offered a salary at or near the top of the range for a position. Salary offers are determined based on final candidate qualifications and experience. The full salary range for this position is $117,400 - $230,400. The budgeted salary range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position is $180,000 - $210,000.

This position is expected to work from the Downtown Campus Center location, but there will be opportunity for remote work days. The scope of responsibility requires reasonable proximity to campus and is not suited for a remote work modality.

The initial applicant review will take place on or around January 6, 2025.

To complete your application, PLEASE SUBMIT: A Statement of Contributions to Diversity and Inclusion attached to your resume or cover letter. For information on writing this statement, click on https://hr.ucmerced.edu/hr-units/talent-acquisition/contributions-diversity-statement.

The University of California, Merced, is the newest of the University of California system's 10 campuses and the first American research university built in the 21st century. With more than 9,000 undergraduate and graduate students, UC Merced offers an environment that combines a commitment to diversity, inclusion, collaboration and professional development. With bachelor's, master's and doctoral degree programs, strong research and academic partnerships, and community involvement, the UC Merced campus is continually evolving and requires talented, knowledgeable and dynamic educators, researchers, management and staff.

Ranked among the best public universities in the nation by U.S. News and World Report, UC Merced is uniquely equipped to provide educational opportunities for highly qualified students from the San Joaquin Valley and throughout California. The campus enjoys a special connection with nearby Yosemite National Park, is on the cutting edge of sustainability in construction and design and supports the economic development of Merced and the region.

The Merced 2020 Project, a $1.3 billion public-private partnership unprecedented in higher education and completed in 2020, nearly doubled the physical capacity of the campus, enhancing academic distinction, student success and research excellence. UC Merced also operates the Downtown Campus Center, a $33 million, three-story administrative building located in the heart of Merced.

The university's mission of educational excellence and rigorous inquiry is powered by three schools and numerous research institutes and centers that seek scientific and social solutions for the Valley, California and the world. In partnership with UC San Francisco, UC Merced is preparing the way for a rigorous medical education program.

The course of UC Merced's evolution is piloted by a long-range strategic plan. Enacted in 2021, the 10-year blueprint is guiding how the values of equity and justice influence our pathway to earning Carnegie R1 research status, growing enrollment, upholding our identity as a minority-serving institution, and operationalizing how commitments to equity, diversity and inclusion are enacted in each campus unit.

The Assistant Vice Chancellor (AVC) for Data, Analytics, and Campus Business Processes is a seasoned IT professional with demonstrated experience managing all aspects of data for a large public research university. Reporting to the Vice Chancellor and Chief Information Officer, the AVC is a member of the Office of Information Technology senior leadership team and helps develop organizational strategy, technical architecture, and solution delivery to support all aspects of campus operation. The successful candidate will lead technical and project teams - both directly and indirectly - to deliver a modern, robust, scalable data management infrastructure to support campus reporting and analytics needs. The AVC is a campus advocate for shared, centralized solutions; a business partner to campus academic and administrative units; and a campus-wide resource for the design, optimization, and digital transformation of campus business processes. The AVC possesses a deep understanding of data management and architecture principles, data governance and security, reporting and visualization, and modern toolsets to accomplish organizational objectives. As a campus partner, the AVC understands higher education business processes, workflows, and is an effective communicator and consultant in the design, optimization, and streamlining of campus processes and information. The AVC leads an organization of 10 FTE through subordinate managers. Excellent leadership and people management skills are a must.

Key Responsibilities:

1. [Data Architecture and Engineering] - Design, implement, and manage the data pipeline for a large public research university. Develop a strategy and team to mature and maintain the university's enterprise data management practices, inclusive of data engineering and architecture. Provide technical management of institutional data throughout the entire data lifecycle and pipeline including schema development, curation, reporting, visualization, and ultimately archival/destruction. Work with technical and business units to define requirements, develop budgets, select appropriate technologies, and manage projects of all sizes and complexities.
2. [Data Governance] - Partner with campus leadership to develop and maintain a data governance strategy to ensure the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of institutional information. Define roles and responsibilities for various stakeholders and educate stakeholders on their responsibilities. Lead a data governance committee or other governance structures as appropriate to engage campus stakeholders. Apply and ensure compliance with applicable policies, laws, and regulations of various datasets.
3. [Business Process Design and Optimization] - Partner with campus business units to develop and optimize processes and data management practices. Develop processes and workflows with business partners, identify opportunities for improvement and digital transformation.
4. [People Management] - Develop subordinate managers and individual contributors through strong people management practices, performance management, and mentorship. Create career plans, training plans, and model best practices consistent with OIT culture and principles of community.

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• Bachelor's degree; and/or
• Advanced degree in related field and from an accredited institution (preferred); and
• 4 - 10 years of management / leadership experience in a complex IT organization (required).
• Exceptional oral and written communication skills.
• Exceptional time management and organizational skills.
• Ability to work both independently and cooperatively.
• Ability to communicate successfully with executives and team members while improving IT strategies and complex projects.
• Expertise of data warehousing design and concepts.
• Experience with cloud data management platforms (e.g. Snowflake).
• Experience with and knowledge of ETL / ELT tools and practices (e.g. Informatica, Oracle Data Integrator)
• Expertise in data governance principles and best practices.
• Demonstrated experience with people and performance management.
• Experience with reporting and visualization tools (e.g. Cognos, Tableau).
• Knowledge of university business functions including HR, finance, research administration, etc.
• Knowledge of federal regulations such as FERPA.
• Knowledge and understanding of analytical tools, such as SAS, SPSS, Excel, SQL.
• In-depth knowledge of technology security and cyber-attack defenses.
• Experience with and knowledge of online document management and workflow platforms (e.g. Hyland Onbase, ServiceNow).

Background check required.

How to Apply:
An online application is required for each position to apply.The University of California, Merced is aware that some web-based application processes may be cumbersome for differently abled applicants. Where appropriate, alternative accommodations will be provided. For applicants with disabilities who need additional assistance using TAM, or reasonable accommodations during the interview or search process, please contact ucmjobs@ucmerced.edu.

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.

Equal Employment Opportunity:
The University of California, Merced is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer advancing inclusive excellence. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship, sex, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, pregnancy, or status as a disabled veteran or Vietnam-era veteran, or other protected categories covered by the UC Nondiscrimination and Affirmative Action Policy. UC Merced intentionally promotes and maintains a discrimination- and harassment-free workplace by demonstrating it neither condones nor tolerates employment practices that discriminate against or harass any person or specific group of persons on the basis listed above. We seek candidates who will support our vision to cultivate a vibrant, equity-minded, inclusive excellence university community. When applying to UC Merced, we strongly encourage you to reflect on our Principles of Community and our 2021 strategic plan.

Vaccination Program Policy:

As a condition of employment, you will be required to comply with the University of California SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19) Vaccination Program Policy. All Covered Individuals under the policy must provide proof of Full Vaccination or, if applicable, submit a request for Exception (based on Medical Exemption, Disability, and/or Religious Objection) or Deferral (based on pregnancy) no later than the applicable deadline. For new University of California employees, the applicable deadline is 14 days after their first date of employment.

Smoke and Tobacco Free Policy:
The University of California, Merced is a smoke and tobacco free workplace. Information and the Smoke and Tobacco Free policy is available at http://smokefree.ucmerced.edu.

E-Verify:
All employers who receive Federal contracts and grants are required to comply with E-Verify, an Internet-based system operated by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) in partnership with the Social Security Administration (SSA). E-Verify electronically verifies employment eligibility by comparing information provided on the I-9 form to records in the DHS and SSA databases. Certain positions funded by federal contracts/subcontracts requires UC Merced to notify job applicants that an E-Verify check will be conducted and the successful candidate must pass the E-Verify check.

Pay, Benefits & Work Schedule:
For information on the comprehensive benefits package offered by the University of California visit: http://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/compensation-and-benefits/

This position is eligible for the UC Merced Employee Referral Program (ERP). If you were referred by a UC Merced employee, please identify that employee by name in your application as follows:

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