General Information
| Job Description | GOVERNMENT REL MGR 3 | Working Title | Assistant Vice Chancellor for Governmental & Community Relations |
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| Job Code | 005994 | Grade | 28 |
| Department Name | Govt. & Community Relations - D01186 | Department Head | |
| Supervisor | Effective Date | 10/10/2016 |
Position(s) Directly Supervised
| Job Code | Title | FTE |
|---|---|---|
| 000456 | EXTERNAL REL SPEC 5 | 1 |
| 000223 | GOVERNMENT REL SPEC 4 | 1 |
| 000224 | GOVERNMENT REL SPEC 5 | 1 |
| 006299 | EXTERNAL REL SPEC 3 | 1 |
Generic Scope
| Oversees through subordinate managers one or more large, complex departments or business units with multiple functional disciplines / occupations, OR manages a program, regardless of size, that has critical impact upon the organization as a whole, such as most or all of a campus, medical center, UCOP or the UC System. Has significant responsibility for formulating and administering policies and programs, manages significant human, financial, and physical resources, and functions with a very high degree of autonomy. Oversees through subordinate managers the accountability and stewardship of department resources and the development of systems and procedures to protect organizational assets. |
Custom Scope
| Leads, directs, manages department(s) charged with building, maintaining and expanding positive relationships with external constituencies, including local, state and / or federal outreach in support of the UniversityÆs pursuit of legislative objectives. Serves as the principal spokesperson with the most senior levels of government, and other prominent constituencies. Negotiates on behalf of the institution with legislature and government. Generally considered a key thought leader in area of expertise. |
Department Custom Scope
| The Assistant Vice Chancellor for Governmental and Community Relations serves as the chief government and community relations officer as well as the lead campus advocate for the University of California, Riverside, its mission and purpose. Primary emphasis is placed on building and maintaining strong support for the campus at all levels of the federal, state and local government and community through relationships with the supporters and public stakeholders of the University of California, Riverside. While it is expected that the incumbent will keep strong and open communication with other members of the campus' senior leadership team, this position reports directly to the Chancellor. |
Education & Experience Requirements
Education Requirements
| Degree | Requirement |
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| Bachelor's degree in related area and/or equivalent experience/training. | Required |
| Advanced degree. | Preferred |
Experience Requirements
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License Requirements
Certification Requirements
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Educational Condition Requirements
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Key Responsibilities
| Description | % Time |
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Directs the design and implementation of key legislative outreach programs and develops strategies related to governmental legislative matters with the objective of establishing/maintaining a high level of visibility and creditability with various constituents that will turn into substantial support for the campus and/or medical center.
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20 |
Oversees organizational structure and supervisory relationships for unit. Instills strong management practices among subordinate managers. Has ultimate responsibility for ensuring direct reports follow all policy, operational and ethical guidelines that govern department activities and ensures staff is adequately trained to carry out their duties.
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15 |
Serves as one of the principal legislative representative for a variety of higher education, research and healthcare related issues. Directs relationships with key internal and external constituencies, typically at the highest level, and serves as principal advocate for campus and/or medical center goals and objectives.
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20 |
| Primarily responsible for a critical part of the public service mission by addressing key legislative and/or advocacy issues for the campus and/or medical center. | 5 |
Develops annual program to address legislative needs and advocacy priorities and works with leadership to develop vision for legislative and advocacy activities for the long-term.
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5 |
| Sets key objectives, informs and updates stakeholders about relevant events and changes, helps negotiate on policy and fiscal matters of major significance. | 5 |
Has broad oversight and strategic planning responsibilities for annual and multi-year budget.
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5 |
| Develop and maintain UC Riverside Advocacy program in coordination with Office of the President system-wide advocacy efforts. Develop plans and approaches that ensure local constituencies approve of UC Riverside priorities and advocacy. Develop, cultivate and coordinate the support of key volunteer leaders and grassroots volunteers. Participate in planning, development and administration of a year-round legislative advocacy program to advance the University of California with members of the federal and state lawmakers and other elected officials. Keep local constituencies apprised of UC Riverside, UC and higher education priorities. Advocate with private interests applicable to and in support of UC Riverside's state and federal priorities. | 10 |
| Seek to involve the administrative and academic campus community in high profile public events. Monitor and participate in groups and associations and other organizations that interact and have a relationship with UC Riverside. Develop and maintain relationships with local community groups. Facilitate positive interaction between campus leadership, faculty and the community. Develop relationships with local community leaders to form a long-term strategy for recruiting, training and communication with regional leaders and foster their continued involvement and support of the institution. | 5 |
| Develop relationships with county and city officials in order to promote and enhance the UC Riverside relationship. Participate and represent the University on the City-University Taskforce. Establish and maintain dependable working relationships with academic and administrative leaders and other campus units engaged in local relations efforts and convene leadership of those units regularly to maximize impact of the campus' investments in the local government. Provide guidance to academic and administrative units in developing and implementing programs and generating promotional materials designed to highlight the accomplishments of faculty and students, articulate the role of the campus in the city and county, promote initiatives and projects and identify potential resources both academic and financial as appropriate to meet the needs of the city and county. | 10 |
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
| Knowledge/Skill/Ability | Requirement |
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| Superior knowledge of the campus and/or medical center, including short and long range strategic plans, vision, goals, and objectives. | Required |
| In-depth knowledge of external constituencies and skill in developing solutions that will be responsive while protecting and advancing University interests. | Required |
| Advanced skills to develop and successfully mentor and manage professional staff to implement strategies designed to achieve legislative outcomes favorable to the best interests of the campus and / or medical center. | Required |
| Advanced skill in advocating for and representing the campus and/or medical center to its various constituencies. | Required |
| Advanced written, verbal, interpersonal communication and leadership skills, including attentive listening skills and skill to effectively thinking quickly and respond appropriately. | Required |
| Advanced skills to interpret, analyze and/or draft complex legislation or legislative language to meet strategic goals, resulting in significant funding or policy changes beneficial to the campus and/or medical center. | Required |
| Advanced skills to develop and successfully mentor management team to implement strategies designed to achieve legislative outcomes favorable to the best interests of the campus and / or medical center. | Required |
| Superior knowledge of management principles, including personnel and budget administration and skill to motivate, guide and direct subordinate staff. | Required |
| Expert strategic planning, analytical, negotiation and political acumen skills. | Required |
| Advanced skills to create and manage regional or national coalitions needed to accomplish strategic goals. | Required |
| Advanced, in-depth knowledge of the legislative process at all levels, including regulatory and budgeting, key legislators, and current and on-going issues of concern in higher education, research, and/or medical science in general and specific issues of concern to the campus and/or medical center. | Required |
| Advanced skills to represent senior campus and/or medical center management with legislators, presidential appointees, et cetera, and knowledge/skill to accurately and effectively respond to inquiries from diverse constituencies. | Required |
| Understanding of academic, research and education functions and operation principles of a major research university, land grant institution and Hispanic-serving institution. | Required |
| Skill in handling sensitive and highly confidential information and situations with discretion and confidentiality of administrators, faculty and staff and diplomatic skills to interact in a productive manner with administrators, elected officials, and their staffs and agency personnel. | Required |
| Comprehensive knowledge of the University's organization, operations and relevant public policy issues, including knowledge of Regental Policy regarding the University budget process, Non-Competitive Funding (earmark) process and communications with elected officials. | Preferred |
Special Requirements & Conditions
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Level of Supervision Received
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Environment
Working Environment
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Other Requirements
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Critical Position
| Is Critical Position: No |