General Information
| Job Description | PROJECT POLICY ANL 3 | Working Title | Project Policy Analyst |
|---|---|---|---|
| Job Code | 007398 | Grade | 21 |
| Department Name | Financial Planning & Analysis - D01091 | Department Head | Stephanie Flores |
| Supervisor | Stephanie Flores | Effective Date | 12/05/2022 |
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 Executive Director of Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A), the Project Policy Analyst will provide a range of duties and functions for the Office of Financial Planning & Analysis and in support of the Office of the Vice Chancellor for Planning, Budget & Administration including policy creation, review and analysis for campus-wide financial policies; analyses of campus-wide personnel, financial and student data for brief, well-written reports and campus communications; researches and drafts materials and provides guidance to assist in the development of briefs, policy documents and other materials as needed; preparation of presentations/materials for both campus-wide and system-wide meetings including but not limited to the Regents meetings, Annual President meeting, UCR Town Halls or Leadership meetings; coordination with other campus organizations/units in the policy review, messaging and communications regarding high-profile campus-wide projects and initiatives; and other duties as assigned. Responsible for cataloging and maintaining the policies owned by the department, and developing communication strategies for developing and updating policies. |
Education & Experience Requirements
Education Requirements
| Degree | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree in related area and/or equivalent experience/training. | Required |
| Master's degree in higher education, business administration, public policy, or related field | Preferred |
Experience Requirements
| Experience | Requirement |
|---|---|
| 4 - 7 years of related experience. | Required |
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.
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20 |
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.
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15 |
Prepares directives, regulations, technical guidance, and other instructions for issuance to stakeholders.
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10 |
| 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. | 10 |
| Guides and supports planning which may include senior management and/or external constituencies. Plans and coordinates materials for the Regent's Presentations, Annual President's Presentation, UCR Town Hall Presentations, etc. | 10 |
| Works with the technical lead on the maintenance and update of the Financial Planning, & Analysis (FP&A) website. | 10 |
| Proposes, leads and/or participates on policy and planning committees and working groups. Provides strategy development for organizational or research initiative. | 5 |
| 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. | 5 |
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
| Knowledge/Skill/Ability | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Strong skills in analyzing, researching and synthesizing large amounts of data for preparing sound and relevant proposals/analyses. | Required |
| Knowledge of common organization- or research-specific and other computer application programs. | Required |
| Strong policy analysis techniques. | Required |
| Working knowledge of undertaking independent research to produce data-driven recommendations. | Required |
| Ability to use discretion and maintain all confidentiality. | Required |
| Ability to effectively engage with staff and senior administrators. | Required |
| Ability to multi-task with demanding timeframes. | Required |
| Analytical/problem-solving skills. | Required |
| Strong communication and interpersonal skills to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing. | Required |
Special Requirements & Conditions
| Special Condition | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Must successfully pass a background check through the DOJ and FBI. | Required |
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Level of Supervision Received
| General Supervision |
Environment
Working Environment
| Campus |
Other Requirements
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Critical Position
| Is Critical Position: Yes |