General Information
| Job Description | PROJECT POLICY ANL 3 | Working Title | Project Policy Analyst |
|---|---|---|---|
| Job Code | 007398 | Grade | 21 |
| Department Name | Chancellor's Office - Gen Ops - D01124 | Department Head | |
| Supervisor | Effective Date | 11/01/2017 |
Position(s) Directly Supervised
| Job Code | Title | FTE |
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Generic Scope
| Experienced professional who knows how to apply theory and put it into practice with in-depth understanding of the professional field; independently performs the full range of responsibilities within the function; possesses broad job knowledge; analyzes problems/issues of diverse scope and determines solutions. |
Custom Scope
| Uses skills as a seasoned, experienced professional with a full understanding of analytical practices, policies and procedures; researches, analyzes and develops solutions to a wide range of issues. Demonstrates good judgment in selecting methods and techniques for obtaining solutions. Primarily deals with policies, programs and proposals which are complex in nature and diverse in scope. Develops new programs, policies or procedures for possible implementation. |
Department Custom Scope
| Reporting to the Associate Chancellor, the Project Policy Analyst will provide a range of duties and functions for the Office of the Chancellor: including coordination of executive searches for direct reports to the Chancellor; policy review and analysis for Senior Management Group (SMG) members' compensation, outside professional activities, and periodic reviews; analyses of campus-wide personnel, financial, and student data for brief, well-written reports and campus communications; preparation of agenda items and materials for UC Board of Regents' meetings; organization and hosting of official campus visits; and other duties as assigned. Incumbent must be able to demonstrate a broad, team-oriented skill set, including the ability to effectively engage with staff and senior administrators; experience undertaking independent research to produce data-driven recommendations; aptitude for taking ownership and successfully implementing projects, with only general guidance from supervisor; a high level of discretion in handling confidential matters; and very strong oral and written communication skills. |
Education & Experience Requirements
Education Requirements
| Degree | Requirement |
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| Bachelor's degree in related area and/or equivalent experience/training. | Required |
| Master's or Doctorate degree in higher education, business administration, public policy, or related areas. | 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 |
|---|---|
| Provides analyses for complex budget, financial, academic, data, systems and resource projects working directly with all levels of managers. | 35 |
| Conducts post-implementation analysis to determine the need for further enhancements, finer distinctions and/or additional process/policy components. | 5 |
Develops proposals and recommendations to guide and support a broader strategic direction for the organization or initiative.
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15 |
| Performs ad hoc, analytical studies on a wide variety of policies, programs and issues which are complex in nature. | 10 |
| Coordinates implementation with cross-organizational departments or external entities as needed. | 5 |
| Researches and drafts complex proposals, reports, briefings, executive summaries, and speeches. Establishes and maintains contacts internally and with external constituents for the collection and exchange of data. | 25 |
| Other duties as assigned. | 5 |
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
| Knowledge/Skill/Ability | Requirement |
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| Knowledge of common organization- or research-specific and other computer application programs. | Required |
| Analytical/problem-solving skills. | Required |
| Strong communication and interpersonal skills to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing. | Required |
| Strong skills in analyzing, researching and synthesizing large amounts of data for preparing sound and relevant proposals/analyses. | Required |
| Ability to multi-task with demanding timeframes. | Required |
| Ability to use discretion and maintain all confidentiality. | Required |
| Strong policy analysis techniques. | Required |
Special Requirements & Conditions
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Level of Supervision Received
| GeneralSupervision |
Environment
Working Environment
| Campus |
Other Requirements
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Critical Position
| Is Critical Position: No |