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The UC Davis Administrative Responsibilities Handbook was created to define the principles by which we maintain consistency and integrity in our business practices in the midst of an ever‐changing academic and legal environment. Performing our administrative responsibilities well is critical as we strive to safeguard university resources, maximize the effective use of limited resources and develop an organization capable of responding rapidly to diverse opportunities. This Handbook clarifies the authorities and responsibilities in key areas delegated to Administrative Officials and identifies actions that reduce potential risks. Selected policies are presented as principles to guide evaluation and decision making when faced with. | SPRING 2009 A REFERENCE GUIDE FOR ACADEMIC AND ADMINISTRATIVE PERSONNEL UCDAVIS UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA administrative responsibilities handbook 9 16 09 The most current version is available at http refs Suggestions for revision may be submitted to Controls Accountability Accounting Financial Services e-mail jwgregg@ . Should there be any variance between this document and applicable UC or UC Davis policies and procedures the policies and procedures will govern. 9 16 09 A STATEMENT FROM THE CHANCELLOR Dear Colleagues The UC Davis Administrative Responsibilities Handbook was created to define the principles by which we maintain consistency and integrity in our business practices in the midst of an ever-changing academic and legal environment. Performing our administrative responsibilities well is critical as we strive to safeguard university resources maximize the effective use of limited resources and develop an organization capable of responding rapidly to diverse opportunities. This Handbook clarifies the authorities and responsibilities in key areas delegated to Administrative Officials and identifies actions that reduce potential risks. Selected policies are presented as principles to guide evaluation and decision making when faced with competing options. We recognize that Administrative Officials alone cannot safeguard our resources. From our payroll processors to our budget analysts the critical role of our entire administrative team cannot be understated. Through their combined efforts we steward our resources and minimize our risk exposure. This document is intended to serve all employees involved in managing our administrative operations. The UC Davis Administrative Responsibilities Handbook is also available at http refs where you will find direct links to policies and services available and a search capability. This Handbook and its web-site will be updated periodically.