"Program & Project Analyst (5257C), Center for Educational Partnerships - Puente Project - 83398"

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Departmental Overview

Since 1981, the Puente Project has led the state in providing equitable instruction, academic counseling, and mentoring to support students marginalized by the educational system. Its mission is to increase the number of students who enroll in four-year colleges and universities, earn college degrees, and return to the community as mentors and leaders to future generations.

The Puente Project is an inter-segmental program co-sponsored by the University of California and the California Community College Chancellor's Office. The Program is headquartered at UC Berkeley and housed within the Center for Educational Partnerships (CEP).

Position Summary

This position exists to research, analyze, and advise on educational policies and strategies that impact California Community College Students and their integration with the University of California (UC) and California State University (CSU) systems. The Program & Project Analyst (PPA) advances department goals, particularly in support of increasing the transfer rate of Puente Community College students. The role also manages and implements multiple projects, including events and programs such as the Transfer Motivational Conferences, Math & Science Summer Academy, and Yield Events. The PPA ensures project goals are met, and resources are managed effectively. Finally, the position involves significant administration and relationship building with internal and external partners, such as the California Community College Chancellor's Office (CCCCO) and UC partners, to facilitate program success and inform leadership's decision-making.

Application Review Date

The First Review Date for this job is: 01/22/2026.

Responsibilities

Research & Policy Analysis

• Researches, analyzes, and advises on integrating campus and UC policies within the organization, especially as it relates to long and short-term planning for the organization, especially around stewardship of funding and expected goals and outcomes.
• Primarily deals with K-14 education policies, programs, and proposals, which are complex and diverse in scope. Works with the Director to advance unit goals, focusing on Puente student outcomes (transfer rates and course completion), as well as other initiatives. Plans and implements projects based on funding source requirements, program needs, and campus or system-wide policies and procedures.
• Performs subject matter research, analyzes data and information, provides summary analyses, and recommends needed actions and issues for the Director to aid in quality decision-making.
• Conducts statewide and national demographic research on underserved students' academic preparation and graduation.
• Identifies potential risks and responds accordingly by identifying and recommending a plan and controls during the year-round administration of the Student Academic Preparation and Educational Partnerships programs (SAPEP).
• Makes high-level contacts of a sensitive nature, internally and externally, requiring discretion and diplomacy to negotiate with or persuade officials to adopt the proposed solution or program/process recommendations.
• Leads and/or participates in policy and planning committees and working groups.
• Researches and summarizes best practices in the field.
• Prepares written reports of actions taken and decisions made for dissemination.

Project Management

• Manages multiple projects, including logistics, budgets, contracts, evaluations, and registration processes for various events sponsored by the unit, including the Transfer Motivational Conferences (TMC), Puente Days, Math & Science (MaS) Summer Academy, community-building events, student engagement activities, and endeavors associated with California Community College Chancellor's Office (CCCCO) and SAPEP programs.
• Collaborates with Puente Community College Trainers and supports the coordination of professional development webinars.
• Proposes, leads, and participates in policy and planning committees such as the Community in Power and Golden Bear Welcome working groups.
• Provides strategy development for organizational or research initiatives in regard to integrating campus and UC policies and advancing Puente student outcomes.
• Provides technical guidance and quality assessment regarding a quality assurance model to ensure equitable site support is provided across the state.
• Works with the Community College team to update content and resources on Google Drive, training and event micro-sites, curriculum, lesson plans, site lists, handouts, and decks.
• Coordinates annual Community College Scholarship Committee, including organizing application process, communication, and monitoring fund distribution.

Administration

• Establishes and maintains strong working relationships with all levels of constituents, including CCCCO, University Office of the President (UCOP), other institutions of higher education, student groups, external community-based organizations, and campus units.
• Maintains a functional list of internal and external partners to the University, requiring a high level of discretion and diplomacy.
• Collects and prepares data and other information for use in meetings of high-level management, stakeholders, and external constituents.
• Creates and distributes event materials and follow-up.
• Prepares for, attends, and participates in team meetings.

Special Projects

• Coordinates and/or attends special events/projects independently, as needed.
• Attends classes, seminars, and conferences that enhance expertise and professional development.

Required Qualifications

• Excellent project management, research, and analytical skills, as demonstrated by substantial experience managing assessment/evaluation projects (preferably involving multiple institutions), including needs and usability assessment, data gathering, and analyzing statistical/program data.
• Strong knowledge of and at least 5 years of experience working with educational equity programs serving a variety of populations, including faculty, students, administrative staff, and constituents.
• Knowledge of up-to-date information on K-14 and higher education policies and issues as well as the ability to assess their impact on program strategies.
• Strong knowledge of and demonstrated skill in editing files with Adobe Creative Suite InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, and Canva.
• Extensive experience in event planning.
• Experience with coordinating virtual, hybrid, and in-person events.
• Highly organized and able to problem-solve independently.
• Strong collaborative and communication skills. Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of staff, faculty, alumni/donors, students, and external constituencies, both verbally and in writing.
• Strong analytical, critical thinking, and problem identification/solving skills.
• Political acumen and sensitivity to the differing perspectives and political circumstances within all levels of the organization, as well as the University of California Office of the President (UCOP), the California Community College Chancellor's Office (CCCCO), and external constituencies.
• Strong service orientation.
• Ability to travel within the state of California.
• Bachelor's degree in related area and/or equivalent experience/training.

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of academic environments, campus facilities, and resources to ensure projects are completed with minimal supervision needed.
• Knowledge of Puente program model and structure.

Salary & Benefits

For information on the comprehensive benefits package offered by the University, please visit the University of California's Compensation & Benefits website.

Under California law, the University of California, Berkeley is required to provide a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role and should not offer a salary outside of the range posted in this job announcement. 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, analysis of internal equity, 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 budgeted annual salary that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position is $74,700.00 - $103,800.00.

This is an exempt monthly-paid position.

How to Apply

To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter.