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Job ID: 71042
Location: Main Campus-Berkeley
Full/Part Time: Full Time
About Berkeley
At the University of California, Berkeley, we are committed to creating a community that fosters equity of experience and opportunity, ensuring that students, faculty, and staff of all backgrounds feel safe, welcome and included. Our culture of openness, freedom and belonging makes it a special place for students, faculty and staff.
The University of California, Berkeley, is one of the world's leading institutions of higher education, distinguished by its combination of internationally recognized academic and research excellence. Since its founding in 1868, Berkeley has fueled a perpetual renaissance, generating unparalleled intellectual, economic and social value in California, the United States and the world.
We are looking for equity-minded applicants who represent the full diversity of California and who demonstrate a sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds present in our community.
At UC Berkeley, we believe that learning is a fundamental part of working, and our goal is for everyone on the Berkeley campus to feel supported and equipped to realize their full potential.
Departmental Overview
The Department of Intercollegiate Athletics consists of more than 275 staff members and coaches; we sponsor 30 varsity sports programs. The Chief Financial Officer reports into the Athletic Director and is a member of the Intercollegiate Athletics Director's Cabinet. Chiefly responsible for providing financial leadership to Intercollegiate Athletics, overseeing all administrative departmental functions.
Application Review Date
The minimum posting duration of this position is 14 calendar days. The department will not initiate the application review process before August 1, 2024.
Responsibilities
This position involves developing, interpreting, and implementing financial concepts for financial planning and control of the Department's budget. It serves as a Senior Advisor to the Athletic Director and holds liaison responsibilities with various campus partners.
- Directs the operational aspects of intercollegiate programs including administration, staff, organization, facilities, systems and policy.
- Leads Athletics' Business & Finance and Human Resources units, including salary and contracts, expense accounting, revenue accounting, and planning.
- Provides financial guidance, information and support to each unit's staff.
- Serves as the primary advisor to the Athletic Director for developing and executing a funding model for all capital projects.
- Creates reports for the Athletic Director and other Senior staff members to assist in decision-making.
- Works with other external unit professionals to prepare revenue forecasting reports.
- Member of intercollegiate athletics leadership, advising on key department wide issues.
- Acts as liaison to the Chancellor's office regarding current department finances.
- Acts as a resource to other campus entities and serves as department lead on various initiatives.
- Manages contract negotiations with coaches.
Required Qualifications
- Extensive knowledge of financial policies, practices, and systems.
- Strong leadership abilities and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to develop and distill complex financial analyses into actionable recommendations.
- Demonstrated interpersonal skills to work effectively across the organization.
- Position requires exceptional political sensitivity and interpersonal skills.
- Advanced knowledge of the intercollegiate athletics function.
- Ability to present programs and teams to the media positively.
- Bachelor's degree in related area and/or equivalent experience/training.
Salary & Benefits
For information on the comprehensive benefits package offered by the University, please visit the University of California's Compensation & Benefits website.
The budgeted salary range for this position is $160,000 - $200,000.
- This is a 100% full-time (40 hours per week), career position that is eligible for full UC benefits.
- This position is exempt and paid monthly.
How to Apply
To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter.
Equal Employment Opportunity
The University of California 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, or protected veteran status.
