TEMPORARY PROJECT POLICY ANALYST 3

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Job Title: Program Policy Analyst 3

Job #: 8515

Position Base: Oakland

UC OFFICE OF THE PRESIDENT

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Department Overview

The Research Grants Program Office (RGPO) oversees a broad grantmaking portfolio of over $100 million a year to support research that is critical to California, the nation and the world. RGPO programs enhance UC's research capacity and excellence, which helps attract top faculty, graduate students, government funding and companies to our state. These grants also enable health researchers and community agencies to collaborate and solve the most pressing problems in the state. RGPO also provides grants for training undergraduates, graduate and postdoctoral researchers, whose work will benefit California communities.

Position Summary

This TEMPORARY position through the Temporary Office of the President Staffing program (TOPS) involves analytical studies on a variety of policies, projects, programs and issues in support of a function, research initiative, program and / or organizational unit, or in research of new or changing systems and programs. Assists in policy and program planning, development, administration, management and implementation; interprets, monitors and analyzes information regarding policies and procedures and provides consultative services to department administrators and other stakeholders. Applies professional concepts to conduct analytical studies or projects of moderate scope and complexity to address a variety of policy, research and procedural issues. Fully analyzes issues and problems, gathers data and information, finds and evaluates alternatives and makes sound recommendations.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with revision of RGPO Grant Administration Manual.
• Collect revision requests from all 5 programs. Compile revisions needing further discussion and consensus by RGPO programs.
• Reformat document to include Table of Contents with bookmarks, adding Acronyms and Definitions pages. Make style consistent throughout. Finalize document with proper formatting.
• Assist Research Grants Program Office Pre-Award Team with application deadlines and review meeting preparation in conjunction with grant-making software platform. In preparation for the review meetings, assist with preparation of meeting materials and tracking of reviewer travel and honorarium payments.
• Provide logistical support for peer review (in-person or videoconference) meetings.

Required Qualifications

• Experience reviewing and editing policy documents or Standard Operating Procedure (SOPs).
• Intermediate/Expert experience with Microsoft Word.
• Strong organizational skills as demonstrated by the ability to prioritize work and complete projects/tasks in an accurate and timely manner under pressure of deadlines.
• Demonstrated skill organizing materials and information in a systematic way to optimize effective and efficient operations.
• Meticulous attention to detail as demonstrated by regularly verifying all work thoroughly to ensure accuracy.

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of federal or state research guidelines is helpful.

• Experience with project management and databases a plus.

Education

• Bachelor's degree in related area and/or equivalent experience/training

SPECIAL CONDITIONS

This position is eligible for a hybrid work arrangement within the state of California. OR

This position is eligible for a hybrid/remote work arrangement within the state of California. The selected candidate must reside within the state of California, or be willing to relocate, and will be required to report to work in person in Oakland, CA on a regular schedule.

SALARY AND BENEFITS

The University of California, Office of the President, is required to provide a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role. This range takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs It is not typical for an individual to be offered a salary at or near the top of the salary grade for a position. The full salary range shows the growth potential for this position,

Job Title: Program Policy Analyst 3

Payroll Title: 3

Job Code: 007938

Salary Grade: 21

PayScale/ budgeted hourly range: $32.09/hour - $44.59/hour, Salary offers are determined based on final candidate qualifications and experience.

Full Hourly Range: $32.09/hour - $57.09/hour

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

HOW TO APPLY

Please be prepared to attach a cover letter and resume with your application.

APPLICATION REVIEW DATE

The position will be open until filled.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Background Check Process: Successful completion of a background check is required for this critical position.

Smoke Free Work Environment: The University of California, Office of the President, is smoke & tobacco-free as of January 1, 2014.

August 2021 Update: The University of California has issued a policy requiring employees to be fully vaccinated against COVID -19 before physically accessing the University location or programs. Upon hire into a UCOP position, you will be provided detailed instructions on how to comply with this policy including access to the COVID vaccination at no cost. New hires to UCOP who work onsite or will come onsite for any activities at a UCOP or other UC location must comply with this policy within 8 weeks after their start date. The policy allows for employees to request approval for an exception or deferral.

EEO STATEMENT

The University of California, Office of the President, 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.

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