PROJECT POLICY ANL 2 (Instructional Resource and Programs Analyst) Job Listing at University of California in Davis, CA (Job ID 68821)

Description

Department Description

The College of Letters and Science (L&S) is the largest and most comprehensive academic unit on the Davis campus as measured by numbers of faculty, students, and breadth and number of academic programs. The college has more than 900 faculty spanning the arts, humanities, cultural studies, social sciences, mathematical and physical sciences. The College accounts for over 14,000 undergraduate students, more than 4,000 degrees awarded each year, approximately 750,000 student credit hours annually, and 54 major degree programs. The College has 1,500 students pursuing graduate degrees.

Under primary supervision of the Director of Student Engagement and Success, College of Letters and Science Undergraduate Education and Advising (LSUEA), and in partnership with the Director of Advising and Policy and Associate Dean for Undergraduate Education and Student Success, serve as a key member of the LSUEA office to provide analytical coordination and support for the academic resources, programs, and student success and retention initiatives managed within the College, specifically designed for first-generation, low-income, and other historically underrepresented students. Respond to requests from college leadership for data and analysis and prepare reports and/or presentations.

Provides a high level of professional support for the College of Letters and Science, including complex analysis, planning, and coordinating functions that facilitate the delivery of curriculum. Serves as the liaison between LSUEA, the L&S academic departments, and the Office of the University Registrar for all functions related to Reserve Seating, review, and analysis of course reports, and annual review of the course catalog. Manages the process of reviewing college major requirements and course articulation for publication in the ASSIST course transfer and articulation system.

Provides analytical support for all faculty governance committees which includes researching, monitoring, and analyzing L&S regulations and by-laws and ensuring any proposed changes are consistent with UC policies for impact on college degree requirements, student success and retention. Serves as the liaison to the Academic Senate for curricular changes, new and/or discontinued programs, course updates, and faculty committee nominations.

Supports the Directors and Associate Dean to develop strategic goals and objectives for multiple L&S student success and retention initiatives to ensure undergraduate students have equitable access to a robust and complementary co-curricular learning environment. Collects and prepares information for discussions and conducts post-implementation analyses to determine the need for further program enhancements.

Position Information

Apply by Date                      

5/22/2024

Salary Range                        

$25.72/hr. - $46.12/hr. 

Appointment Type                   

Career

Number of Positions

1

Percentage of Time                 

100%

Shift Hours                               

Manager will advise

Location                                   

Davis, CA / Hybrid Work Schedule

Union Representation              

No

Benefits Eligible                       

Yes

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Work at desk for extended periods of time.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Work flexible schedule including evenings, weekends, and holidays to meet operational and business needs.
• Occasional travel to visit various work- sites including off-campus locations.
• In support of UC Davis's Workplace Reimagined, the Undergraduate Education and Advising office has implemented a hybrid work environment; work is conducted both remotely and in-person, as determined by the Director(s).
• The Smoke and Tobacco Free Environment policy is intended to provide a healthier, safer, and more productive work and learning environment for the entire UC community. The University of California prohibits smoking and tobacco use at all University owned or leased properties, or facilities operated by UC staff or faculty. Smoking and tobacco use are strictly prohibited in indoor and outdoor spaces, parking lots, residential space, and University vehicles. https://ucdavispolicy.ellucid.com/documents/view/271 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Education/Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in education, or related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience performing analytical work in a higher education, or comparable, academic setting with particular focus on learning theory/learning styles and pedagogical delivery. Skills to analyze complex information, performing independent research, and presenting complex data to non-technical audiences in written, presentation, and graphical forms, to facilitate decision-making and strategic planning.
• Analytical experience to research and interpret data and policy, write cogent and persuasive recommendations, and present analyses orally and in writing in an independent manner; skills to analyze information, situations, problems, and/or policies and procedures to determine solutions, formulate logical conclusions, prepare statistical analysis, and implement solutions that impact multiple academic programs and student success, engagement, and retention initiatives.
• Experience working with complex information, determining level and scope of impact, identifying risks, evaluating a range of approaches, and developing solutions within the context of priorities, time constraints, and available resources.
• Experience using effective interpersonal, communication and listening skills to interact positively and cooperatively with students, parents, faculty, administrators, staff and the general public. Experience using problem solving skills to identify and document patterns of student academic needs; and to develop strategies and programs to successfully meet those needs.

Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSA):

• Demonstrated cultural competency skills, demonstrated commitment to diversity and inclusivity, and proven ability to work with diverse populations of students, staff, faculty, and administrators.
• Demonstrated organizational and time management skills to establish goals, set priorities, and manage deadlines; to multi-task and adjust priorities; and adapt to many environments, directions, and duties as needed.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Preferred Education/Experience:    

• Experience working in student programs within an academic or similar environment, preferably in student or academic affairs.
• Knowledge of College of Letters and Science and university regulations, procedures, and academic requirements. Knowledge and experience providing advice to the Associate Deans, Directors, or other academic leadership, on issues with existing policies and/or regulations and making recommendations for improvements.
• Experience handling confidential data and analyses with a high degree of consequence for errors, developing and writing statistical reports, summarizing information/data, and preparing spreadsheets and presentations (e.g., PowerPoint, Google Slides) for dissemination to various audiences.
• Experience managing complex projects and programs with large constituent groups and high visibility.
• Knowledge of and experience working with student information systems and/or customer relationship management systems (CRMs) and with handling confidential data.

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSA):

• Knowledge of campus structure, services, and resources available for students, especially first-generation, underrepresented, and/or underserved students.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Background Check

This position is a critical position and subject to a background check. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of background investigation including criminal history and identity checks. 

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging

At UC Davis, we're solving life's most urgent challenges to bring a fuller, healthier, and more resilient world within reach. We grow from every challenge we take on and we don't just maintain - we improve. We recognize that creating an inclusive and intellectually vibrant organization means understanding and valuing both our individual differences and our common ground. The most comprehensive solutions come from the most diverse minds, and you belong here. As you consider joining UC Davis, please explore our Principles of Community, our Clinical Strategic Plan and strategic vision for research and education, and our latest efforts to outgrow the expected. The University of California, Davis is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age or protected veteran status.

For the University of California's Affirmative Action Policy please visit: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/4010393/PPSM-20.  

For the University of California's Anti-Discrimination Policy, please visit: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/1001004/Anti-Discrimination.