Job Posting Details
Position Number: 40077336
Payroll Title: ADMIN OFCR 2 CX (004263)
Job Code: 004263
Job Open Date: 10/22/2025
Application Review Begins: 11/06/2025
Department Code (Name): MACR (MACROECONOMICS INSTITUTE)
Percentage of Time: 100%
Union Code (Name): CX
Employee Class (Appointment Type): Staff: Career
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Classified Indicator Description (Personnel Program): PSS
Salary Grade: STEPS
Pay Rate/Range: The budgeted salary range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position is $31.00 to $35.95/hour. Salary offers are determined based on final candidate qualifications and experience; the budget for the position; and the application of fair, equitable, and consistent pay practices at the University. The full salary range for this position is $31.00 to $50.78/hour.
Work Location: North Hall - 2112
Working Days and Hours: M-F, 8am-5pm
Benefits Eligibility: Full Benefits
Type of Remote or Hybrid Work Arrangement, if applicable: Hybrid (Both UC & Non-UC locations)
Special Instructions: For full consideration, please include a resume and a cover letter as part of your application. For full consideration, please include a resume and a cover letter as part of your application.
Department Marketing Statement: The Laboratory for Aggregate Economics and Finance (LAEF) was established in July 2005 to address important questions on growth and fluctuations in national, or aggregate, economies. Professor Finn Kydland, Jeffrey Henley Professor of Economics and Nobel Laureate, directs the institute, in conjunction with an advisory board comprised of leading international macroeconomists. LAEF programs foster collaboration and communication across the discipline of Macroeconomics, engaging and inviting top scholars to collaborate on selected topics pioneering new research in the discipline of Macroeconomics. Benefits of Belonging Working at UC means being part of this vibrant institution that shines a light on what is possible. People make UC great, and UC recognizes your contributions by making this a great place to work. Excellent retirement and health are just one of the rewards. Learn more about the benefits of working at UC Brief Summary of Job Duties: Under the general direction of the Director, the Business Manager oversees a broad range of administrative operations for the Laboratory for Aggregate Economics and Finance (LAEF). Uses skills as a seasoned, experienced administrative operations professional to manage, plan and administer the operations of LAEF. Exercises discretionary powers to solve managerial and program problems. Performs short and long-term planning for the organization, including program planning and assessments, budget analysis and control, space planning, and special projects. Serves as a resource to the Director in the planning of LAEF's activities which includes research programs, workshops, and conferences. Demonstrates good judgment to anticipate needs and select methods and techniques for obtaining solutions. Serves as the visible and primary business representative of LAEF. Oversees IT support for LAEF. Qualifications: Required Qualifications:
Misconduct Disclosure Requirement:
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 allegation 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.
"Misconduct" means any violation of the policies or laws governing conduct at the applicant's previous place of employment, including, but not limited to, violations of policies or laws prohibiting sexual harassment, sexual assault, or other forms of harassment, discrimination, dishonesty, or unethical conduct, as defined by the employer. For reference, below are UC's policies addressing some forms of misconduct:
UC Sexual Violence and Sexual Harassment Policy
UC Anti-Discrimination Policy
Abusive Conduct in the Workplace
Job Functions and Percentages of Time:
- 50% Operations Management - Manages, plans, and administers a broad range of administrative operations for LAEF. Administrative operations include budgetary financial management, program management, event management, IT, space planning/facilities, and development/fundraising. Gathers, analyzes, prepares and summarize s recommendations for financial/resource plans in addition to a wide range of topics. Develops and recommends long- and short-term operational goals. Performs varied and complex research to support the program and financial management recommendations and feasibility analyses. Develops internal policies and procedures to ensure appropriate internal controls and safeguarding of university assets. Advises on and interpret policies pertaining to business and finance, personnel, and campus policies. Prepares reports and documents for the Director's signature. Represents LAEF operations to the campus community, university committees, and external international academic community. Serves as the business officer for LAEF with central campus offices. Provides oversight, decision-making and guidance to the development of the website to inform the public and visitors. Oversees IT support for LAEF. Supervises temporary, part-time and/or student employees.
- 40% Program Planning - Performs short- and long-term planning for LAEF programs. Plans, implements, and establishes policy and procedural framework for high-profile international research workshops and conferences/symposia hosted at on-site and off-site non-UC facilities. Manages logistical, policy, legal, and risk issues in planning workshops and conferences/symposia. Negotiates with vendors and/or campus services for logistical arrangements and risk management. Negotiates financial agreements for visiting researchers. Prepares cost-sharing budgets and related materials for off-site hosted programs. Accountable for fiscal outcomes of programs. Conducts periodic program assessments. Oversees the compilation, contributions, and production and publication of the proceedings of the conferences to the larger academic world, representing both LAEF and UCSB to the international academic community. Provides and maintains website presence, including updates for events, news, announcements, etc.
- 10% Development - Develops LAEF framework for private gift support to fund the on-going operation of the institute. Serves as the liaison for major gift prospects in accordance with development of private gift support vis-a-vis LAEF. Represents LAEF at public and University events that may have an impact on the funding and visibility of the institute. Develops network of professional contacts that may have a current or future development interest with LAEF. Evaluates development efforts with respect to long-term goals of LAEF.
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As a condition of Physical Presence at a Location or in a University Program, all Covered Individuals* must participate in any applicable Vaccination Program by providing proof that they are Up-to-Date with any required Vaccines or submitting a request for Exception in a Mandate Program or properly declining vaccination in an Opt-Out Program no later than the Compliance Date (Capitalized terms in this paragraph are defined in the policy.). Federal, state, or local public health directives may impose additional requirements.
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