Serving as the department's subject matter expert and advisor, you will interpret and apply academic personnel policies, provide guidance to faculty and leadership, ensure compliance with UC, UCLA, DGSOM, and departmental requirements, and independently resolve complex personnel matters while supporting departmental goals and operational excellence. Responsibilities include academic recruitment, appointments, advancements, separations, dossier management, leave administration, benefits, employee relations, payroll, and personnel administration, as well as coordinating credentialing, privileging, visa sponsorships, and special licensing programs.