Hybrid ADMIN OFCR 4 CX chez University of California, San Francisco

The Department of Medicine (DOM) Central Administration provides strategic leadership and operational oversight to the department’s divisions across UCSF Health hospitals, Zuckerberg San Francisco General Hospital, and the San Francisco VA Medical Center.

Reporting to the Associate Chair for Administration, the Project Manager leads a broad portfolio of high-level administrative functions, including event planning, budgeting, human resources, communications, and operational governance. The role ensures consistency, efficiency, and alignment of processes and standards across the department, supporting the largest department in the School of Medicine.

The Project Manager advises and guides administrative and professional staff across core and auxiliary functions, fostering collaboration, and operational excellence. The incumbent manages high-impact initiatives that advance departmental and institutional priorities, as well as critical communications among the Chair’s Office, Dean’s Office, division leadership, and UCSF Health executives, ensuring coordinated decision-making and smooth information flow. The position also provides continuity during staff transitions in the Chair’s Office.

The Project Manager is expected to operate independently, demonstrating sound judgment, intellectual curiosity, and the ability to navigate ambiguity while delivering consistent, high-quality results in a fast-paced academic medical environment. Success in this role requires exceptional organizational and communication skills, a proven ability to manage competing priorities, and a strong orientation toward collaboration, innovation, and service. The Project Manager is a visible leader within the department, embodying UCSF’s PRIDE Values (Professionalism, Respect, Integrity, Diversity, and Excellence) in every aspect of their work and engagement.



The final salary and offer components are subject to additional approvals based on UC policy.

Your placement within the salary range is dependent on a number of factors including your work experience and internal equity within this position classification at UCSF. For positions that are represented by a labor union, placement within the salary range will be guided by the rules in the collective bargaining agreement.

The salary range for this position is $87,900 - $187,700 (Annual Rate).

To learn more about the benefits of working at UCSF, including total compensation, please visit: https://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/compensation-and-benefits/index.html

• Bachelor's degree in related area and / or equivalent experience / training
• 5+ years of directly relevant work experience       
• Advanced interpersonal skills including verbal and written communication, active listening, critical thinking, persuasiveness, advising and counseling skills
• Advanced knowledge of a variety of administrative operational activities such as event planning, basic fundraising processes, risk management planning, website design, accounting and payroll, and contracts and grants regulations and guidelines
• Advanced knowledge of common University-specific computer application programs
• Ability to use discretion and maintain confidentiality
• Advanced skills in short- and long-term strategic planning, analysis, problem-solving and customer service

• Advanced knowledge of financial analysis and reporting techniques, and / or human resources policies and procedures for staff and academic employees            
• Advanced knowledge of University rules and regulations, processes, protocols and procedures for budget, accounting and fund management, and / or personnel management