Operations Manager

🇺🇸 Irvine, CA

🕑 Full-Time

💰 $77K - $108K

💻 Operations

🗓️ June 19th, 2025

Edtech.com's Summary

University of California, Irvine is hiring an Operations Manager to oversee the daily operations of Encyclopædia Iranica within the School of Humanities. The role involves managing administrative, editorial, and technical functions, coordinating teams, planning events, handling human resources, and supporting the Executive Director to ensure effective content delivery and user experience.

Highlights

Manage day-to-day operations of the Persian online encyclopedia Encyclopædia Iranica.
Coordinate editorial, technical, and administrative teams for content excellence and user experience.
Handle HR tasks including hiring, facilities management, event planning, and vendor coordination.
Requires strong leadership, project management (including agile), and cross-cultural communication skills.
Proficiency in Persian and fluency in English are mandatory.
Must have thorough knowledge of university regulations related to budgeting, fund management, and personnel.
Experience with digital content operations, content management systems, SEO, UX, data analytics, and digital distribution strategies.
Minimum of 3 years in operations management, preferably in digital publishing or online platforms.
Bachelor’s degree required; MBA or equivalent experience preferred.
Salary range from $77,000 to $108,100 annually, with benefits including medical, retirement plans, and more.