Project Analyst

PD Administration

Full Time

77276BR

Job Summary

The Project Analyst is an experienced administrative and project management professional responsible for planning and managing administrative functions and operations within the Office of the Chief.  The incumbent provides direct administrative, project and program support to the Chief of Staff, performing a full range of functions that are significantly complex, broad in scope, and highly critical and sensitive.  Functions include but are not limited to human resources, IT, facilities, space management, budget/financial management, purchasing, vendor contracts and invoice management, department- and organization-wide communication, policy, and compliance. 

The individual will support the Office of the Chief with administration, analysis, reporting, goal tracking, purchasing, event planning, scheduling, website management, communications both internal and external, coordination of department-wide programs and processes, problem-solving, and other duties as assigned. 

We seek someone with a continuous learning orientation and technical acumen who thrives on new challenges, learning new systems and tools, and finding opportunities to make processes more efficient and effective.  The individual will be responsive, have a positive service orientation, a high-level attention to detail, and be able to prioritize work according to urgency and allocate time accordingly.  Must demonstrate analytic ability and exercise good judgment in selecting methodology, techniques, and evaluation criteria for obtaining solutions and completing deliverables by deadlines.  Problem-solving frequently requires analysis of data and unique issues without precedent and/or structure.  The position reports to the Chief of Staff and the individual will work closely to support all roles within Command Staff.  This position requires one to work 100% on-site and will require one to travel to other UCSF work locations when needed. 

The final salary and offer components are subject to additional approvals based on UC policy.  To see the salary range for this position (we recommend that you make a note of the job code and use that to look up): TCS Non-Academic Titles Search (https://tcs.ucop.edu/non-academic-titles)   Please note: An offer will take into consideration the experience of the final candidate AND the current salary level of individuals working at UCSF in a similar role.  For roles covered by a bargaining unit agreement, there will be specific rules about where a new hire would be placed on the range.  To learn more about the benefits of working at UCSF, including total compensation, please visit: https://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/compensation-and-benefits/index.html

Department Description

The University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) Police Department provides contemporary police services including criminal investigation, community policing, crime prevention and suppression, emergency management, and site security services to a daily population of over 60,000 people at University and contract locations. Founded in 1864, UCSF includes the 107-acre Parnassus campus that is home to graduate professionals in dentistry, medicine, nursing, and pharmacy; a graduate division for pre- and postdoctoral scientists; UCSF Medical Center; UCSF Children’s Hospital; and Langley Porter Psychiatric Institute.  UCSF is considered one of the nation’s premier health sciences teaching, training, and research centers. UCSF is the only UC campus dedicated exclusively to the health sciences. Additionally, the department has expanded police and security services to the Mission Bay Campus and Benioff Oakland Children’s Hospital.  The department has achieved accreditation from the Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies (CALEA) and the International Association of Campus Law Enforcement Administrators (IACLEA).  The UCSF Police Department is committed to delivering outstanding community policing service and enjoys excellent customer service ratings.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or four years of related work experience
• Three or more years of relevant progressive work experience
• Excellent skills in the following areas:
  • Short- and long-term planning, analysis, problem-solving, and customer service
  • Small to mid-level project management, process improvement in academic, health care, and/or industry settings; Analyzing, researching, and synthesizing large amounts of data for preparing sound and relevant proposals/analyses
  • Communication and interpersonal skills to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, active listening, critical thinking, persuasiveness, advising, and counseling skills. 
• Experience in effectively presenting and speaking publicly. 
• Ability to use discretion and maintain all confidentiality.

Preferred Qualifications

• Analytical / problem-solving skills.
• Excellent knowledge of common University-specific computer application programs.
• Strong policy analysis techniques.
• Experience working in an academic environment.
• Knowledge of updating website content using Drupal system.
• Experience in contract management and development.
• Notary Public
• Certifications in addition to their education, such as the Project Management Professional (PMP)
• Certification from the Project Management Institute
• Certifications in Lean Management, Process Improvement or A3 Thinking
  

License/Certification

Valid California Drivers License

About UCSF

The University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) is a leading university dedicated to promoting health worldwide through advanced biomedical research, graduate-level education in the life sciences and health professions, and excellence in patient care. It is the only campus in the 10-campus UC system dedicated exclusively to the health sciences. We bring together the world’s leading experts in nearly every area of health. We are home to five Nobel laureates who have advanced the understanding of cancer, neurodegenerative diseases, aging and stem cells.

Pride Values

UCSF is a diverse community made of people with many skills and talents. We seek candidates whose work experience or community service has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to professionalism, respect, integrity, diversity and excellence – also known as our PRIDE values.

In addition to our PRIDE values, UCSF is committed to equity – both in how we deliver care as well as our workforce. We are committed to building a broadly diverse community, nurturing a culture that is welcoming and supportive, and engaging diverse ideas for the provision of culturally competent education, discovery, and patient care. Additional information about UCSF is available at diversity.ucsf.edu

Join us to find a rewarding career contributing to improving healthcare worldwide.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of California San Francisco 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, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

Job Code and Payroll Title

007398 PROJECT POLICY ANL 3

Job Category

Administrative Support, Project Management, Security and Public Safety, Support Services

Bargaining Unit

99 - Policy-Covered (No Bargaining Unit)

Location

Fully Onsite, Minnesota Street (SF), San Francisco, CA

Additional Shift Details

M-F