ASSIST
Company: University of California Office of the President
Location: Oakland
Posted on: April 16, 2024
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Job Description:
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campuses, six academic medical centers and three national
laboratories and enrolls premier students from California, the
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PresidentDepartment Overview
Graduate, Undergraduate and Equity Affairs (GUEA) provides
leadership and support for efforts that advance UC equity and
inclusion, that promote access to and successful completion of
baccalaureate and graduate degrees, and that help to provide an
exemplary student academic experience.
Position Summary
Applies specialized skills as a seasoned professional with advanced
understanding of analytical practices, policies, and procedures
related to postsecondary curriculum alignment (i.e., transfer
articulation) and college student transfer. Coordinates direct
services and program partner support for the Articulation System
Stimulating Interinstitutional Student Transfer (ASSIST), an
intersegmental program based on shared objectives across the
University of California (UC), California State University (CSU),
California Community Colleges (CCC), and Association of Independent
Colleges and Universities (AICCU) systems to facilitate student
transfer among the state's public colleges and universities.
Develops and/or administers ASSIST processes, procedures, and
policies; lends expertise to shape recommendations on general
ASSIST management strategies. Exercises judgment in selecting
approaches, methods, and evaluation criteria for obtaining
forward-thinking solutions that address ASSIST stakeholder needs
and policy requirements. Primarily deals with issues, proposals,
and projects that are complex or unique in nature and of high
impact. Cultivates and maintains collaborative, service-oriented
relationships with representatives of educational institutions and
other organizations involved in postsecondary curriculum design and
alignment. Prepares and issues policy communications and reports to
specific stakeholder groups including executive level. Assumes
delegated team lead and project management responsibilities and
manages ASSIST vendor and budget communications and planning, under
guidance from the ASSIST Program Director. This position is
eligible for a remote work arrangement within the state of
California. The selected candidate must reside within the state of
California or be willing to relocate.
Key Responsibilities50% Program Management: Serves as the lead
coordinator of ASSIST program services and system support, with
delegated team lead responsibilities as well as primary
responsibilities in technical planning and coordination; also
serves as the program liaison between ASSIST and its technical
system vendor. Leads and directs a wide variety of projects and
follows through with all levels of the ASSIST team and relevant
stakeholders across the UC/CSU/CCC/AICCU systems and beyond.
Oversees and reports to the ASSIST Program Director on the
technical vendor's performance relative to program objectives,
statements of work, and commonly accepted agile software
development metrics. Supports ASSIST Program Director with budget
management and forecasting and regular documentation of progress on
technical and operational milestones. Prioritizes, monitors, and
tracks the timely resolution and completion of service/system
issues reported through project management software. Communicates
user stories, use cases, and workflow requirements to technical
vendor as well as resulting outcomes to other ASSIST staff.
Establishes and maintains system integration points between ASSIST
and its program partners. Develops proposals and recommendations to
guide and support a broader strategic direction for the ASSIST
program. Makes high-level contacts of a sensitive nature with
designated stakeholders, requiring discretion and diplomacy to
negotiate with or persuade representatives operating within the
ASSIST governance structure to adopt proposed solutions or
program/process recommendations.40% Program/Policy Analysis &
Planning: Provides in-depth, complex analyses as a specialist in
ASSIST/transfer articulation policy and procedures. Leads efforts
to assess multiple factors related to meeting existing and new
customer needs across all ASSIST functions to serve the
UC/CSU/CCC/AICCU segments. Compiles and prioritizes ASSIST
user/stakeholder service requests and translates business
requirements into technical requirement specifications. Develops
and advocates solutions to program issues, including developing and
planning for new system features, policies, or business processes
to support transfer articulation, general education course review,
and other related processes. Creates business systems and
functional requirements documentation for approved changes to the
ASSIST system and related interface services. Evaluates ASSIST data
and system components, working directly with internal and external
constituents. Formulates test cases and performs/coordinates
integration, system, and operational acceptance testing of ASSIST
system development and enhancements. Analyzes changes in external
regulations, legislation, UC/CSU/CCC/AICCU policies, and reviews
and recommends best practices for the ASSIST program. Proposes,
leads, and/or participates on policy, strategy, and planning
committees and working groups. Guides operational planning and
recommends policies or procedures for possible implementation, in
response to direction from leadership, including the ASSIST
Executive Management & Oversight Committee (EMOC) and other
technical/policy advisory committees.10% Intersegmental
Communications & Reporting: Develops and coordinates program/policy
communications to targeted stakeholders. Compiles, organizes, and
distributes system release notes to ASSIST users. Devises
strategies for UC/CSU/CCC/AICCU user education of the ASSIST
system, policies, and procedures and communicates such
opportunities as needed. Drafts and presents complex proposals
representing various ASSIST stakeholder needs and requests,
including problem identification, potential costs/benefits, and
viable options. Researches and delivers reports, briefings,
executive summaries, and presentations.
Experience
Required Qualifications
Skills and Abilities
Required Qualifications
Preferred Qualifications
Education
Required Qualifications
Travel Requirements
Up to 25% travel may be required.
Job Title
Project Policy Analyst 4
Job Code
007399
Salary Grade
Grade 23
Payscale:
$90,000 - $106,000
Full Salary Range:
$85,800 - $158,200
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 range for a position. Salary offers are
determined based on final candidate qualifications and experience.
The full salary range shows the growth potential for this position
and the pay scale is the budgeted salary or hourly range that the
University reasonably expects to pay for this position.Benefits:
For information on the comprehensive benefits package offered by
the University visit: Benefits of BelongingADDITIONAL
INFORMATIONThis position is eligible for a remote work arrangement
within the state of California. The selected candidate must reside
within the state of California or be willing to relocate.HOW TO
APPLYPlease be prepared to attach a cover letter and resume with
your application.APPLICATION REVIEW DATEThe first review date for
this job is April 9, 2024. The position will be open until
filled.CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENTBackground Check Process: Successful
completion of a background check is required for this critical
position. Background check process at UCOPSmoke Free Work
Environment: The University of California, Office of the President,
is smoke & tobacco-free as of January 1, 2014. UC Smoke & Tobacco
Free PolicyAs a condition of employment, you will be required to
comply with the University of California Policy on Vaccination
Programs, as may be amended or revised from time to time. Federal,
state, or local public health directives may impose additional
requirements.EEO STATEMENTThe University of California, Office of
the President, is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.
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