Reporting to the Chancellor and serving as a member of the Chancellor's Cabinet, the Associate Chancellor/Chief-of-Staff supports the Chancellor in all areas relating to University activities as well as in the Chancellor’s work with community organizations, governmental agencies, and other non-profit organizations. Represents the Chancellor in discussions with Vice Chancellors, Associate and Assistant Vice Chancellors, Directors and Associate Directors, Provosts, and other campus senior leadership regarding policies and operational issues pertaining to the campus and medical center. As such, the Associate Chancellor/Chief-of-Staff undertakes investigations and analyses on directed topics and facilitates the communication and implementation of various actions or activities. The Office of Sexual Harassment Prevention and Policy; the Campus Ombuds Office; the Cross Cultural Center; the Women’s Center; the Lesbian, Gay, Bi-Sexual, Transgender Resource Office; and the University House; all report to this position. The Associate Chancellor/Chief-of-Staff responsibilities with respect to these units are to provide leadership, direction, coaching and support. Scope of responsibility includes ensuring an effective and productive customer service-oriented environment. The responsibility of this position also oversees an annual operating budget of approximately $2.7 million.

Kim Newin
Interim Executive Assistant to the Chancellor
Ph. (858) 534-5336
Fax: (858) 534-4523
ktnewin@ucsd.edu

The Executive Assistant to the Chancellor provides support and advice to the Chancellor on a wide range of issues involving the highest level of administrative work. This position serves as primary contact for the Chancellor, manages the Chancellor’s day-to-day schedule, plans and coordinates the Chancellor’s extensive travel schedule and undertakes unique special projects, as assigned by the Associate Chancellor/Chief of Staff on behalf of the Chancellor.

Claire Hopkins
Chancellor's Events Manager / University House Manager
Ph. (858) 822-2950
Fax: (858) 558-9127
cfhopkins@ucsd.edu

The Chancellor's Events Manager / University House Manager serves as the key liaison with the Special Events & Protocol Office in planning events hosted by the Chancellor.  Traditionally held at the now closed University House, the official Chancellor's residence, the events are now held in a variety of on- and off-campus venues.  The Chancellor's Events Manager / University House Manager is responsible for planning and managing the various events that take place at University House, as well as overseeing all day-to-day operations, maintenance, and upkeep of the property.  While the University determines how best to update University House, the Chancellor's Events Manager / University House Manager continues to bear primary responsibility for the various events that now must be held at alternate venues.