General Information


Job Description PROJECT POLICY ANL 3 Working Title University Innovation Alliance Fellow (BGEE Project)
Job Code 007398 Grade 21
Department Name Provost's Office - Gen Ops - D01261 Department Head
Supervisor Effective Date 09/19/2018
Position(s) Directly Supervised
Job Code Title FTE

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
The University Innovation Alliance (UIA) is a national consortium of 11 large public research universities working together to improve outcomes for all students regardless of their socioeconomic status. The UIA is designed, organized, and led by our member institutions' presidents and chancellors. Together, we draw from every region in the country and span the spectrum of U.S. public research universities, from emergent institutions to land grant universities and state flagships. The UIA's primary objective is to improve student outcomes by serving as the driving force that facilitates and tests new initiatives, sharing data, and scales best practices across the Alliance and beyond. Taking a new approach to meet the future needs of our nation by working together and sharing our research for serving those students who struggle in the lower percentile of graduation, higher financial need, and advising. It is the commitment of each member institution to ensure that students are given every opportunity to achieve academic and career success. The UIA's newest project, Bridging the Gap from Education to Employment (BGEE), will leverage the expertise of UIA institutions and business leaders to 1) reimagine the means by which graduates communicate marketable job skills, 2) capture best practices for building and maintaining strategic University-employer partnerships, and 3) enhance campus career services to meet the unique needs of all students. The University Innovation Alliance BGEE Fellowship is a full-time position funded through December 2020, to work on the objectives and outcomes of the BGEE project. The fellow will be located at UC Riverside (UCR) and will coordinate the BGEE project for UCR, Arizona State University, and Oregon State University. Two other fellows will be located at other UIA campuses and will have similar regional roles. Each fellow will support the campuses within their geographic scope to meet the requirements of the grant. Responsibilities include data collection, campus and BGEE session planning and activity development, and design thinking session support.

Education & Experience Requirements

Education Requirements
Degree Requirement
Bachelor's degree in related area and/or equivalent experience/training. Required

Experience Requirements
Experience Requirement

License Requirements

Certification Requirements
Certification Requirement

Educational Condition Requirements
Condition Requirement

Key Responsibilities

Description % Time
Researches, monitors and analyzes regulations, legislation, research literature and UC policies for impact on the organization or initiative.
5
Researches and summarizes best practices in field.
  • Work with BGEE Project Lead to develop design-thinking and process mapping sessions/facilitation guidelines. Support the facilitation of design-thinking and process mapping sessions for campuses within their regional assignment.
15
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.
10
Coordinates efforts with a variety of external and internal contacts; researches organizational structures, policies and procedures and summarizes best practices in field. Provides technical guidance and quality assessment.
  • Act as the regional lead for UIA institutional leadership and career services staff affiliated with their regional assignment. This includes project management, communications, session facilitation, and reporting affiliated with the grant.
25
Performs ad hoc, analytical studies on a wide variety of policies, programs and issues which are complex in nature.
5
Researches and analyzes processes and procedures, summarizes findings, policies and organizational structures in order to develop and/or implement changes and to provide consultative services to department administrators, partners and external stakeholders.
  • Work with BGEE Project Lead to develop and implement a recruitment plan to launch a National Employer Working group; engaging 40-50 industry leaders as well as higher education leadership in robust working sessions related to college to career transitions
15
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.
  • Work with BGEE Project Lead to prepare all pre-mid-post project reports, evaluation and data summaries/filings throughout the duration of the grant.
15

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Knowledge/Skill/Ability Requirement
Knowledge of common organization- or research-specific and other computer application programs. Preferred
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
Ability to connect and work with diverse people, complex projects, and both University, Alliance and personal goals. Preferred
Hold an unwavering passion and commitment to transforming public higher education. Preferred
Ability to motivate others. Preferred
Ability to fosters partnerships; develops understanding of needs, issues, and problems. Preferred
Personify professional acumen and sensitivity within all levels of the organization and with external constituencies. Preferred

Special Requirements & Conditions
Special Condition Requirement
Are authorized to work in the United States (Applicants must be either a citizen of the United States or be able to maintain work authorization throughout the Fellowship. International students eligible only if visa assistance is not required.) Required
Commitment to the entire duration of the program (one year) and able to attend mandatory training sessions, which may require travel out of state. Required

Other Special Requirements & Conditions
  • Travel Outside of Normal Business Hours
  • Travel

Level of Supervision Received
GeneralSupervision

Environment

Working Environment
Campus

Other Requirements

Items Used
  • Standard Office Equipment

Physical Requirements
  • Bend : NA
  • Sit : Constantly
  • Squat : NA
  • Stand : Frequently
  • Crawl : NA
  • Walk : Occasionally
  • Climb : NA

Mental Requirements
  • Read/Comprehend : Constantly
  • Write : Constantly
  • Perform Calculations : Occasionally
  • Communicate Orally : Frequently
  • Reason & Analyze : Frequently

Environmental Requirements
  • Is exposed to excessive noise : No
  • Is around moving machinery : No
  • Is exposed to marked changes in temperature and/or humidity : No
  • Drives motorized equipment : No
  • Works in confined quarters : No
  • Dust : No
  • Fumes : No

Critical Position

Is Critical Position: No

More Information

General Campus Information

University of California, Riverside
900 University Ave.
Riverside, CA 92521
Tel: (951) 827-1012

Career OpportunitiesUCR Libraries
Campus StatusMaps and Directions

Department Information

Human Resources
1160 University Ave.
Riverside, CA 92521

Fax: (951) 827-6493
E-mail: jobshelp@ucr.edu

Footer