Senior Director, Organizational Development

Overview :

Founded in 1965, UC Irvine is a member of the prestigious Association of American Universities and is ranked among the nation’s top 10 public universities by U.

S. News & World Report. The campus has produced five Nobel laureates and is known for its academic achievement, premier research, innovation and anteater mascot.

Led by Chancellor Howard Gillman, UC Irvine has more than 36,000 students and offers 224 degree programs. It’s located in one of the world’s safest and most economically vibrant communities and is Orange County’s second-largest employer, contributing $7 billion annually to the local economy and $8 billion statewide.

To learn more about UC Irvine, visit .

Student Housing is a self-funded, large and complex campus department consisting of 6 housing communities and 3 support units, with more than 280 staff employees, 300-400 student employees and an annual operating budget of $120 million.

Student Housing provides housing for approximately 9,000 undergraduates, graduate students and their families in over 250 buildings and approximately 3.3 million sq. ft.

Currently, Student Housing houses 51% of UCI's enrolled students (in conjunction with American Campus Communities, UCI's 3rd party housing partner) with a goal of housing 60% as part of the campus Long Range Development Plan (LRDP).

Student Housing also provides maintenance and repair services to student residents.

Responsibilities :

The Senior Director of Organizational Development independently uses and applies wide-ranging experience and proficiency in organizational development, effectiveness, business process analysis and strategic planning on projects that involve multiple organizations and stakeholders.

The incumbent uses advanced operational concepts and objectives to resolve highly complex issues.

The Senior Director leads and orchestrates short and long-range planning for Student Housing. The incumbent oversees the development and implementation of the Student Housing Strategic Plan and ensures alignment with Student Affairs and Campus goals and strategic targets where appropriate.

The incumbent leads and drives strategic initiatives that foster the growth, efficiency, and effectiveness of Student Housing.

Regularly works on issues where analysis of situations or data requires an in-depth evaluation of variable factors. Oversees assessment tools for staff and analyzes assessment data to provide recommendations for departmental improvements.

Exercises judgment in selecting methods, techniques and evaluation criteria for obtaining results. Primarily deals with programs and proposals with broad impact across the function, research initiative, program and / or organization.

Develops and oversees the implementation of new programs and processes. Works in conjunction with the Student Housing Senior Leadership team, the Assistant Vice Chancellor of Student Housing, Student Affairs, and Campus Human Resources to review, assess, and make recommendations for adjustments to the organizational structure of Student Housing.

This includes changes in staffing levels and position alignment. The position is pivotal to shaping and aligning the organization's structure, policies, and practices to support our long-term success.

Responsible for overseeing departmental diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts.

The Senior Director of Organizational Development shares responsibility for an overall housing operation with annual operating and capital budgets of $140 million, major maintenance budget of $11 million, and a reserves budget of over $25 million.

Shares in the development and implementation of a 10-year housing master plan which includes new student housing, facility renewal, and safety upgrades.

Incumbent understands Student Housing’s business needs and how systems, both technical and non-technical, can support those needs.

As a member of the Student Housing Senior Leadership Team and Student Affairs Auxiliary Services Leadership Team, collaborates with other high-level managers to establish strategic plans and objectives affecting student life and development across the organization.

This includes developing shared priorities and advancing goals in support of student enrollment / retention, development, and inclusive excellence.

Qualifications : Total Compensation

Total Compensation

In addition to the salary range listed below, we offer a wealth of benefits to make working at UCI even more rewarding. These benefits may include medical insurance, sick and vacation time, retirement savings plans, and access to a number of discounts and perks.

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The expected pay range for this recruitment is $85,400- $121,100 (Annual).

Required :

Advanced knowledge of common organizational- or research-specific and other computer application programs.

Strong communication and interpersonal skills to communicate effectively with all levels of staff and influence, both verbally and in writing.

Ability to engage a multilingual team.

Ability to use discretion and maintain all confidentiality.

Advanced project management skills.

Thorough knowledge of organizational or initiative processes, protocols and procedures. Ability to focus on priorities, strategies, and vision.

Superior strategic mindset with the ability to align organizational development initiatives with business objectives.

Ability to multi-task with demanding timeframes.

Advanced knowledge of applicable policy analysis techniques. Demonstrates ability to learn quickly, reason, synthesize and generalize based on information obtained;

sound judgment; ability to draw unbiased conclusions.

Advanced analytical / problem-solving skills. Proficiency in data analysis and using data to drive decision-making.

Demonstrated success in leading and implementing organizational change initiatives. Demonstrated knowledge and skills with change management principles and practices.

Strong understanding of talent development, performance management, and employee engagement strategies.

Interpersonal and cultural competence skills to effectively communicate with and support a wide variety of people of diverse backgrounds, including an understanding and respect for cultural, ethnic and individual differences.

Highly skilled in facilitation, consulting and relationship building.

Bachelor's degree in in Organizational Psychology, Human Resources, Business Administration or related area and / or equivalent experience / training.

Proven experience of at least 5-7 years in organizational development or a related field.

Preferred : Advanced degree.

Advanced degree.

Special Conditions :

Must pass a background check.

Must be willing to assist in the event of an emergency / natural disaster.

Must be willing to work occasional overtime, nights and weekends.

Conditions of Employment :

The University of California, Irvine (UCI) seeks to provide a safe and healthy environment for the entire UCI community. As part of this commitment, all applicants who accept an offer of employment must comply with the following conditions of employment :

Background Check and Live Scan

Legal Right to work in the United States

Vaccination Policies

Smoking and Tobacco Policy

Drug Free Environment

The following additional conditions may apply, some of which are dependent upon business unit or job specific requirements.

California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act

E-Verify

Pre-Placement Health Evaluation

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Closing Statement :

The University of California, Irvine 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, age or protected veteran status.

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We are committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce along with honoring unique experiences, perspectives, and identities.

Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable, and welcoming.

UCI provides reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities upon request. For more information, please contact Human Resources at (phone number removed) or [email protected].