Office Manager (Admin Supv 1)

Job Summary

THIS POSITION IS PERMANENTLY LOCATED IN SAN BERNARDINO, CA. Under general supervision of the faculty supervisor/Branch Chief, plan, coordinate and manage administrative activities supporting the laboratory. Responsibilities include management of case reporting, personnel/affirmative action, fiscal policies and operations, purchasing, facilities maintenance and providing overall administrative support to the Branch Chief. Function as the IT computer resource support and quality assurance support for the CAHFS San Bernardino laboratory.

Apply By Date: July 8, 2026

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications – For full consideration, applicants are encouraged to upload license and/or certification if required of the position

• Bachelor’s degree in related area and / or equivalent experience / training.
• No minimum work experience required.
• Demonstrated excellent organizational, interpersonal, oral and written communication skills to effectively interact with a wide variety of individuals, to include staff, clients of the CAHFS, and individuals from other University units, government/outside agencies.
• Personnel management skills to include recruiting, selecting, hiring, training and evaluating staff performance, and to provide conflict resolution, leadership, and motivation.
• Skills to independently and accurately coordinate diverse tasks related to administrative and managerial functions, understanding diagnostic testing services of multiple laboratory units.
• Skills to recognize, spell and use veterinary medical terminology correctly, with proper use of grammar and punctuation.
• Skills to lead, facilitate, and chair meetings which address lab related issues, solve problems and improve quality measures.
• Skills in use of a financial management information system to accurately perform purchasing, travel and entertainment reimbursement processes.

Preferred Qualifications

• Technical and practical knowledge of sample submission testing protocols for all diagnostic disciplines of the CAHFS (Bacteriology, Clinical Pathology, Histopathology, Immunology, Mycology, Pathology, Parasitology, Toxicology, Milk Quality and Virology) preferred demonstrated skill and knowledge of CAHFS LIMs procedures to train co-workers, faculty, and other staff regarding same.
• Solid knowledge of CAHFS and University policies and procedures and ability to interpret and implement same preferred.

Key Responsibilities

• 25% – Administrative Management
• 20% – Fiscal Management
• 20% – Facilities Operations
• 15% – Personnel Management / Safety
• 15% – Case Reporting / Client Relations
• 5% – Branch Computer Resource & Lab Support

Department Overview

CAHFS provides California’s livestock and poultry industries, and veterinary practitioners who serve them, with a full range of diagnostic laboratory services for disease control, enhancement of health management, and protection from diseases common to animal and humans. In meeting this need, the CAHFS also serves as the backbone of California’s disease warning system through its animal disease surveillance program. The system consists of four laboratories currently located in Davis, Turlock, Tulare and San Bernardino. Funding for this program is provided through a contract with the California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) and through revenue generated from user fees. An additional program, the Equine Analytical Chemistry Laboratory, is funded through a contract with the California Horse Racing Board (CHRB) and horse wagering monies and provides full-service drug testing and a pharmacology research and development program.

POSITION INFORMATION

• Salary or Pay Range: $69,600.00 – $124,200.00/year (Department budgeted salary range: $69,600 – $90,000/yr. Commensurate with experience.)
• Salary Frequency: Annual
• Salary Grade: Grade 21
• UC Job Title: ADMIN SUPV 1
• UC Job Code: 007374
• Number of Positions: 1
• Appointment Type: Staff: Career
• Percentage of Time: 100%
• Shift (Work Schedule): Mon-Fri 8am-5pm
• Location: SAN BERNARDINO, CA
• Union Representation: No
• Benefits Eligible: Yes
• This position is hybrid (mix of on-site and remote work)

Benefits

Outstanding benefits and perks are among the many rewards of working for the University of California. UC Davis offers a full range of benefits, resources and programs to help you bring your best self to work, as well as to help you and your family achieve your health, wellness, financial and career goals. Learn more about the benefits below and eligibility rules by visiting either our handy Benefits Summary for UC Davis Health Employees or Benefits Summary for UC Davis Employees and our Benefits Page.

If you are represented by a union, benefits are negotiated between the University of California (UC) and your union and finalized in a contract. Read your bargaining unit’s employment contract, stay abreast of current negotiations and learn about collective bargaining at UC: https://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/labor/bargaining-units/index.html

High quality and low-cost medical plans to choose from to fit your family’s needs

• UC pays for Dental and Vision insurance premiums for you and your family
• Extensive leave benefits including Pregnancy and Parental Leave, Family & Medical Leave
• Paid Holidays annually as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement
• Paid Time Off/Vacation/Sick Time as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement
• Continuing Education (CE) allowance and Education Reimbursement Program as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement
• Access to free professional development courses and learning opportunities for personal and professional growth
• WorkLife and Wellness programs and resources
• On-site Employee Assistance Program including access to free mental health services
• Supplemental insurance offered including additional life, short/long term disability, pet insurance and legal coverage
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSFL) Qualified Employer & Student Loan Repayment Assistance Program for qualified roles
• Retirement benefit options for eligible roles including Pension and other Retirement Saving Plans. More information on our retirement benefits can be found here

Physical Demands

• Standing – Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Walking – Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Sitting – Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Lifting/Carrying 0-25 Lbs – Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Lifting/Carrying 26-50 lbs – Never 0 Hours
• Lifting/Carrying over 50 lbs – Never 0 Hours
• Pushing/Pulling 0-25 Lbs – Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Pushing/Pulling 26-50 lbs – Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Pushing/Pulling over 50 lbs – Never 0 Hours
• Bending/Stooping – Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Squatting/Kneeling – Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Twisting – Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Climbing (e.g., stairs or ladders) – Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Reaching overhead – Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Keyboard use/repetitive motion – Occasional Up to 3 Hours

Environmental Demands

• Chemicals, dust, gases, or fumes – Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Loud noise levels – Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Marked changes in humidity or temperature – Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Microwave/Radiation – Never 0 Hours
• Operating motor vehicles and/or equipment – Never 0 Hours
• Extreme Temperatures – Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Uneven Surfaces or Elevations – Occasional Up to 3 Hours

Mental Demands

• Sustained attention and concentration – Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Complex problem solving/reasoning – Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Ability to organize & prioritize – Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Communication skills – Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Numerical skills – Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Constant Interaction – Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Customer/Patient Contact – Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Multiple Concurrent Tasks – Frequent 3 to 6 Hours

Work Environment

UC Davis is a smoke and tobacco free campus effective January 1, 2014. Smoking, the use of smokeless tobacco products, and the use of unregulated nicotine products (e-cigarettes) will be strictly prohibited on any UC Davis owned or leased property, indoors and outdoors, including parking lots and residential space.

Due to the nature of the essential responsibilities, this position is not eligible for remote work. Due to the potential work with poultry diseases, ownership and handling of birds is not allowed. Electronic devices, such as cell phone, iPod, etc., usage will be restricted inside the lab. This position is subject to UCD’s vaccination program (Influenza, SARS-CoV-2, is/might subject to prophylactic vaccination for rabies), and Medical/Health Surveillance Program/Procedures/Review in accordance with Federal and State Laws and Regulations and University Policy. Work Schedule: Monday – Friday; 8:00am – 5:00pm (Work schedule might be slightly different during the training period). Work flexible schedule/overtime as needed to complete projects and meet deadlines. Mandatory weekend and holiday rotation. Restricted/Limited vacation during peak workload periods (i.e. Outbreaks, Fiscal Close, Audits Periods, etc.). THIS IS NOT AN H1B/J1 OPPORTUNITY. Candidate must be legally permitted to work in the United States and not subject to revocation. This is not a research position. The position is located in a diagnostic laboratory where quality control and assurance as well as meticulous working habits are essential. Per the terms and agreements of the department’s contracts and grants, the position requires signing of a Confidentiality Agreement or Non-Disclosure Agreement regarding testing and client information. Ability to complete Select Agent background clearance procedures.

Special Requirements – Please contact your recruiter with questions regarding which activities apply by position

• This is a critical position, as defined by UC Policy and local procedures, and as such, employment is contingent upon clearing a criminal background check(s) and may include drug screening, medical evaluation clearance and functional capacity assessment

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 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.

A Culture of Opportunity and Belonging

At UC Davis, we’re committed to solving life’s most urgent challenges and building a healthier, more resilient world. We believe in growing through every challenge, continually striving to improve, and welcoming new perspectives that strengthen our community. We recognize that a vibrant and innovative organization values both individual strengths and shared purpose. The best ideas often emerge when people with different experiences come together.

As you consider joining UC Davis, we invite you to explore our Principles of Community, our Clinical Strategic Plan and strategic vision for research and education. We believe you belong here. The University of California, Davis is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age or protected veteran status.

To view the University of California’s Anti-Discrimination Policy, please visit: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/1001004/Anti-Discrimination

Because we want you to feel seen and valued, our recruitment process at UC Davis supports openness and authenticity. Research shows that some individuals hesitate to apply unless they meet every qualification. You may be an excellent fit for this role-or the next one. We encourage you to apply even if your experience doesn’t match every listed requirement. #YouBelongHere

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Job ID: 87084

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