Government & Community Relations Analyst

Overview

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

• Conduct in-depth research and analysis on policies affecting higher education institutions.
• Advocate for initiatives supporting student success, research funding, institutional growth, and community engagement.
• Collaborate with government agencies, community leaders, and educational stakeholders to develop strategic policy recommendations aligned with legislative priorities and institutional objectives.
• Monitor legislative trends, prepare policy briefs, and engage in outreach activities.
• Assist in hosting on-campus and off-campus events and briefings to foster partnerships that enhance the institution\'s role within the community and influence policy outcomes.

Context and priorities

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

Salary information

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

Requirements and employment terms

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.

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