Government & Community Relations Analyst

Job ID:
Location: Main Campus - UCR
Schedule: 8AM - 5PM
Category: Governmental Relations and Communications
Salary: $68,500 - $121,900
Full/Part Time: Full-time(100%)
Organization: Chancellor
Department: Elizabeth Romero
Application Deadline: Open Until Filled

Position Information:
Under the direction of the Assistant Vice Chancellor for Governmental and Community Relations, the Government & Community Relations Analyst specializes in public higher education government and community relations, conducting in-depth research and analysis on policies affecting educational institutions, advocating for initiatives that support student success, research funding, institutional growth, and community engagement. The Government & Community Relations Analyst will collaborate with government agencies, community leaders, and educational stakeholders to develop strategic policy recommendations, ensuring alignment with legislative priorities and institutional objectives. Additionally, the Analyst will monitor legislative trends, prepare policy briefs, engage in outreach, assist in hosting on campus and off campus events and briefings to foster strong partnerships that enhance the institution's role within the community and influence positive policy outcomes.

Government and Community Relations are critically important in higher education right now due to several key factors shaping the landscape of colleges and universities:

Funding & Financial Support: UCR relies on government funding, including federal and state appropriations, grants, and financial aid programs like Pell Grants. Advocating for sustained investment in higher education is crucial for institutional stability.

Policy & Regulation Compliance: Government relations helps ensure that policies are in compliance with various government regulations related to accreditation, data privacy, accessibility and financial reporting.

Legislation Impact: Shaping legislation and supporting educationals goals through advocacy such as proposing policies on issues like loan forgiveness, affirmative action and campus safety.

Access & Affordability: Promote policies that expand financial aid, reduce barriers to access, and support equity and inclusion initiatives.

Workforce & Economic Impact: Foster partnerships that align academic programs with workforce needs. Highlighting the university's economic contributions to secure public support.

UCR has largely enjoyed a positive town and gown relationship. Change in local representation requires a greater presence in community.

This role is essential to help support GCR in influencing policy, securing funding, and to ensure we can meet our mission effectively.

The full salary range for the Government & Community Relations Analyst is $66,500 - $118,300 annually. However, the expected pay scale for this position is up to $90,000 annually. We base salary offers on a variety of considerations, such as education, licensure and certifications, experience, and other business and organizational needs.

Applicants must have current work authorization when accepting a UCR staff position. Currently, we are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa for staff.

As a University employee, you will be required to comply with all applicable University policies and/or collective bargaining agreements, as may be amended from time to time. Federal, state, or local government directives may impose additional requirements.

Requirements:
Requirements

Educational Requirements

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

Required

Experience Requirements

4 - 7 years of related experience.

Required

Special Conditions
Special

Occasional travel for university related business meetings, conferences and/or professional development.

Required

Occasional evening and weekend availability required

Required

Minimum Requirements

Knowledge of common organization- or research-specific and other computer application programs.

Analytical/problem-solving skills.

Strong communication and interpersonal skills to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.

Strong skills in analyzing, researching and synthesizing large amounts of data for preparing sound and relevant proposals/analyses.

Ability to multi-task with demanding timeframes.

Ability to use discretion and maintain all confidentiality.

Strong policy analysis techniques.

Preferred Qualifications

Related UC system experience

Familiarity with UC policies and procedures

Additional Information:
Additional Information

In the Heart of Inland Southern California, UC Riverside is located on nearly 1,200 acres near Box Springs Mountain in Southern California; the park-like campus provides convenient access to the vibrant and growing Inland region. The campus is a living laboratory for the exploration of issues critical to growing communities' air, water, energy, transportation, politics, the arts, history, and culture. UCR gives every student, faculty and staff member the resources to explore, engage, imagine and excel.

UC Riverside is recognized as one of the most ethnically diverse research universities in the country boasting several key rankings of which we are extremely proud.

UC Riverside is proud to be ranked No. 12 among all U.S. universities, according to Money Magazine's 2020 rankings, and among the top 1 percent of universities worldwide, according to the 2019-20 Center for World University rankings.

UC Riverside is the top university in the United States for social mobility. - U.S. News 2020

UCR is a member of the University Innovation Alliance, the leading national coalition of public research universities committed to improving student success for low-income, first-generation, and students of color.

Among top-tier universities, UC Riverside ranks No. 2 in financial aid. - Business Insider 2019

Ranked No. 2 in the world for research, UCR's Department of Entomology maintains one of the largest collections of insect specimens the nation. - Center for World University Rankings

UCR's distinguished faculty boasts 2 Nobel Laureates, and 13 members of the National Academies of Science and Medicine.

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories under state or federal law. It is the policy of the University of California to undertake affirmative action and anti-discrimination efforts, consistent with its obligations as a Federal and State contractor.

For information about our generous employee benefits package, visit: Employee Benefits Overview

Job Description Details:
Job Description Details

General Information
PROJECT POLICY ANL 3 007398 21 Elizabeth Romero Elizabeth Romero

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
Under the direction of the Assistant Vice Chancellor for Governmental and Community Relations, the Government & Community Relations Analyst specializes in public higher education government and community relations, conducting in-depth research and analysis on policies affecting educational institutions, advocating for initiatives that support student success, research funding, institutional growth, and community engagement. The Government & Community Relations Analyst will collaborate with government agencies, community leaders, and educational stakeholders to develop strategic policy recommendations, ensuring alignment with legislative priorities and institutional objectives. Additionally, the Analyst will monitor legislative trends, prepare policy briefs, engage in outreach, assist in hosting on campus and off campus events and briefings to foster strong partnerships that enhance the institution's role within the community and influence positive policy outcomes.

Key Responsibilities:
Key Responsibilities DescriptionPercent Time

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.

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