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Posted: 17-Mar-22
Location: Scotts Valley, California
Type: Full-time
Salary: Open
Internal Number: 2931651
Associate Director, Federal Relations
Location: Scotts Valley
Job ID: 32920
JOB POSTING
NOTIFICATIONS
Special requirements- For full consideration, applicants will be asked to provide a diversity statement (What is your experience working to advance Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion?).
Telecommuting- We are working remotely during the COVID pandemic and in the future when on-campus work is possible again positions in University Relations may be conducive to remote work.
UC Vaccination Policy: With limited exceptions, COVID-19 vaccinations are required for Covered Individuals under the Policy. Covered Individuals include all employees, students, or trainees who physically access a University facility or program in connection with their employment, appointment, or education/training.
Covered Individuals do NOT include employees who work 100% remotely with NO expectation that they will physically access any University location or program at ANY time. If 100% remote work ends, the employee is subject to policy.
INITIAL REVIEW DATE (IRD)
UC Santa Cruz staff jobs are posted until filled. Application materials submitted by 11:59 pm on the IRD will be routed to the hiring unit for consideration. NOTE: Materials submitted after the IRD will be forwarded only at the request of the hiring unit. Submit your materials before the IRD to ensure consideration by the hiring unit.
The IRD for this job is: 04-12-2022
ABOUT UC SANTA CRUZ
UC Santa Cruz is a public university like no other in California, combining the experience of a small, liberal arts college with the depth and rigor of a major research university. It's known as an unconventional place where innovation and experimentation is part of the campus's DNA. That playful, bold spirit still thrives today, all on a campus renowned as among the most beautiful in the world.
DEPARTMENT OVERVIEW
University Relations supports the teaching, research, and public service of UC Santa Cruz by making and keeping deep, heartfelt connections. Building enduring relationships among students, alumni, faculty, donors, and others is the lifeblood of our work and helps to make UC Santa Cruz a thriving community of knowledge, inquiry, public service, and social mobility.
We are a welcoming group of ambitious and creative professionals pursuing our mission in support of the university's overarching purpose. We take our work seriously because we care - but we don't take ourselves too seriously! The University Relations culture is lively and dynamic; we value collaboration; and our staff is resourceful, enthusiastic, and hard-working.
The division is a fun, friendly, and open place, and our colleagues are supportive of and positive about each other's goals and aspirations. We often jump in to help where needed, rolling up our sleeves to get the job done. We dare to approach challenges as opportunities. We seek creative ways to overcome obstacles, at times with limited resources, while keeping our eye on the objective: helping students achieve their goals, providing crucial public service, and advancing life-changing research and discovery.
We hope you are inspired by what we do and are excited to contribute to our mission. We are looking for candidates who do great work, and we hope they come from a number of different backgrounds and experiences. We aspire to build an increasingly diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace. We encourage you to apply even if you do not believe you meet every qualification for the position but possess transferable skills and experiences.
JOB SUMMARY
Under the general direction of the Executive Director of Government & Community Relations, the Associate Director of Federal Relations designs effective advocacy strategies that engage both the campus and third party, external partners.
Having wide-ranging experience, the Associate Director for Federal Relations administers, oversees, and performs work involved in establishing and maintaining the highest level relationships between the institution and its many constituents including government and general public and various other relevant public or interest groups, which may include internal, external, domestic, and foreign audiences
Under the direction of the Executive Director of Government and Community Relations, and in close cooperation with the Vice Chancellor of Research and senior campus leadership, the Associate Director of Federal Relations is responsible for developing and executing the University of California Santa Cruz's federal affairs strategy, including advocating for university priorities affecting public higher education and the university research enterprise, developing and managing university relationships with federal elected officials, congressional staff, federal agency personnel, Congressional Committees and Caucuses, business and industry leadership, higher education associations, and professional societies for the purposes of generating support for UC Santa Cruz's federal priorities and initiatives. The Associate Director is also responsible for advising and informing university officials, senior leadership, and faculty on federal activities, policies regulations, and funding opportunities; identifying and developing opportunities for faculty to participate in federal policy discussions and development; fostering strong relations with both legislative and executive branch officials at the federal level; assisting with strategic development and planning; and interacting with national state and local organizations and coalitions that represent university interests and influence higher education and research policy at the national level; and helping to strengthen UC Santa Cruz's presence and profile nationally. Must be willing to travel.
APPOINTMENT INFORMATION
Salary Information: Starting Salary: $90,000/year. Salary commensurate with skills, qualifications and experience.
No. of Positions: 1
Benefits Level Eligibility: Full benefits
Schedule Information:
- Full-time, Fixed
- Percentage of Time: 100%, 40 Hours per Week
- Days of the Week: Mon-Fri
- Shift Includes: Day
Employee Classification: This is a Career appointment
Job End Date: None
Work Location: Scotts Valley. We are working remotely during the COVID pandemic and in the future when on-campus work is possible again positions in University Relations may be conducive to remote work.
Union Representation: Non-Represented
Job Code Classification: 009361 (GOVT REL SPEC 3)
Travel: Never or Rarely
JOB DUTIES
60% - Advocacy and Outreach
- In coordination with the Executive Director of Government and Community Relations, campus senior leadership, stakeholders, and the University of California Office of the President, the Associate Director of Federal Relations will design and implement advocacy programs and activities. Will work to promote a positive image of UC Santa Cruz as well as maintaining open communication with governmental and related entities. Will analyze legislative and other governmental initiatives likely to have a significant impact on the campus and work with governmental officials to make that impact positive at the federal level.
- The Associate Director, in coordination with the Executive Director, is responsible for developing strategic plans and implementation of success advocacy programs targeting federal legislative and budget priorities for the campus. Engaging in advocacy activity as approved by management. Working closely with campus internal stakeholders (faculty, staff, student, and senior administrative leaders) on implementing effective advocacy and outreach programs. Successful implementation of these plans will involve travel to Washington, D.C.
- Monitors hearings, develops grassroots plans for external and internal outreach including drafting messaging, monitoring results and modifying plans as needed.
- Tracks, monitors, and acts on pending legislation and governmental activities based on input from appropriate internal departments including senior campus leadership and the UC Office of the President.
30% - Fostering and Maintaining Federal Relations
- The Associate Director, in coordination with the Executive Director and UC Federal Government Relations, develops positive relationships with elected officials and their staff. The legislative delegation consists of congressional representatives from the Silicon Valley, Santa Cruz and Monterey counties. The Associate Director will monitor higher education policy issues affecting major research universities, including: federal higher education and immigration legislation, federal regulations, and funding related to: student financial aid and affordability; accountability; and diversity, equity, and inclusion issues; Title IX; technology transfer and infrastructure funding packages. The Associate Director will monitor and evaluate federal legislation, congressional committee hearings and proposed rules and regulations for impact on the university. Plan and implement campus tours and meetings. Establish working relationships with senior administrators and faculty members throughout the University to understand their federal government related priorities; keep them informed on a proactive basis; and seek their advice and counsel in developing relationships, with direction from the Executive Director.
- In addition, the Associate Director will coordinate opportunities for campus's senior leaders to meet with elected officials to inform them of UC and campus priorities, including frequent trips to Washington D.C. to engage representatives and federal agencies.
10% - Special Projects
- Other duties could include: assisting campus with state/national elections, serving on campus task forces, and providing presentations to campus stakeholders and external partners.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's degree in related area and / or equivalent experience / training.
- 3-5 years of experience working in community engagement; public relations; public policy or legislative agenda setting; and/or working at a federal, state, or municipal government level on funding and legislative processes OR An equivalent combination of education and/or experience.
- Experience and successful track record in a legislative setting with growing responsibility for analysis and initiating strategic action.
- Demonstrated experience working with local, state and federal elected officials and related political considerations.
- Solid analytical skills and ability to develop recommendations for positions on matters facing campus.
- Strong interpersonal communication skills. Proven oral, written and communication skills to effectively deal with people in conversation and concisely provide information.
- Articulate and comfortable with public speaking and community presentations.
- Successful experience in dealing with individuals and groups with a full spectrum of backgrounds. Ability to work with a diverse group at all levels of an organization including faculty, staff, students, senior administrators and external constituents.
- Excellent problem-solving skills, with judgment and ability to make decisions independently, and negotiate solutions.
- Demonstrated proficiency in standard public relations practices.
- Excellent organizational skills sufficient to prioritize and complete assignments and projects independently, balancing competing needs and attending to detail.
- Experience in coordinating and scheduling logistics for small and large group meetings, conferences, workshops and events.
- Excellent interpersonal skills including diplomacy and confidentiality.
- Ability to work under pressure and to manage multiple tasks with competing deadlines in a self-directed, prioritized and calm manner, flexibility to meet changing needs and priorities as they occur.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Proficiency with computer programs including web, data base, and communications.
- Knowledge of the Santa Cruz, Silicon Valley and Monterey area business and community organizations and local current events.
SPECIAL CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
- Selected candidate will be required to pass a pre-employment criminal history background check.
- Ability to work occasional nights and weekends as required.
- Ability to travel frequently as a University Relations representative.
- The ability to move materials weighing up to 50lbs. with or without accommodation.
- The ability to ascend/descend ladders with or without accommodation.
- Will be required to complete Title IX (Sexual Harassment) training every two years.
- The University of California has implemented a COVID-19 Vaccination Policy covering all employees. To be compliant with the policy, covered employees must submit proof of vaccination or have an approved exception or deferral, eight (8) weeks from date of hire.
- Per the Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act (CANRA), this position has been identified as a Mandated Reporter. The selected candidate will be required to report known or suspected child abuse or neglect as defined by CANRA and will be required to sign a Statement Acknowledging Requirement to Report Child Abuse prior to commencing employment. CANRA Penal Codes, and related definitions, requirements, and responsibilities may be obtained here.
SAFETY STATEMENT
All UCSC employees must understand and follow job safety procedures, attend required health and safety training, proactively promote safety at work, and promptly report actual and potential accidents and injuries.
HOW TO APPLY
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EEO/AA
The University of California is an Equal Employment 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. UC Santa Cruz is committed to excellence through diversity and strives to establish a climate that welcomes, celebrates, and promotes respect for the contributions of all students and employees.
APPLICANTS ARE REQUIRED TO USE THE UCSC ON-LINE PROCESS
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To ensure review of application materials by the hiring unit, they must be submitted on or before the initial review date (IRD) via the Staff Employment Opportunities web site; https://jobs.ucsc.edu. A computer is available at the UC Santa Cruz Staff Human Resources Office located at Scotts Valley Center. The Scotts Valley Center is located at 100 Enterprise Way, Suite E100, Scotts Valley, CA 95066. To learn more or to request disability accommodations, call 831-459-2009. Hearing impaired are encouraged to use the California Relay Service at 800-735-2922. UC Santa Cruz is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
The University of California 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. UC Santa Cruz is committed to excellence through diversity and strives to establish a climate that welcomes, celebrates, and promotes respect for the contributions of all students and employees.
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