CAO Administrative Manager

🇺🇸 Hybrid - Irvine, CA 🕑 Full-Time 💰 $88K - $125K 💻 Other 🗓️ February 6th, 2026

Edtech.com's Summary

University of California, Irvine is hiring a CAO Administrative Manager to oversee all administrative operations of the California Institute for Telecommunications and Information Technology (CalIT2). The role involves managing staff and functions such as contracts, budgetary financial management, human resources, IT, facilities, events, communications, and educational programs, working closely with the CalIT2 Director to achieve research, workforce training, outreach, and industry partnership goals.

Highlights

Manage administrative operations including contracts, grants, finance, HR, IT, facilities, events, and communications for CalIT2.
Supervise professional staff across various administrative functions.
Plan and execute long- and short-term strategies to support CalIT2's mission and goals.
Collaborate closely with the CalIT2 Director to promote research and innovation partnerships.
Requires knowledge of budget, account, fund management, labor contracts, and personnel policies.
Proficient in organization-specific computer applications and financial reporting techniques.
Strong verbal and written communication skills with ability to influence across organizational levels.
Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience and 5-10 years of related experience required; 5 years in financials and sponsored research preferred.
Annual salary range from $88,000 to $124,800 with comprehensive benefits.
Employment contingent on background checks, legal right to work, and compliance with UCI policies.