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Department Summary

The Department of Education at the UCLA School of Education and Information Studies (Ed&IS) is dedicated to excellence in teaching, research, and service, with a steadfast commitment to advancing educational equity and social justice. We are committed to advancing educational research, practice, and policy to foster equity, diversity, and inclusion in education. By preparing future educators, researchers, and leaders and conducting cutting-edge research, we strive to create positive change and address the complex challenges facing education locally, nationally, and globally for the betterment of society.
Position Summary

In collaboration with the faculty, executive director, and research directors at the UCLA Pritzker Center, the Policy and Community Impact Director will lead efforts to create, manage, and implement important government, policy, and community engagement activities. The position will work closely with the executive director and faculty to promote the UCLA Pritzker Center and enhance its policy-related impact across Los Angeles County and California. The Director will create opportunities to share the UCLA Pritzker Center’s expertise and integrate the work of external experts, philanthropists, and policy leaders on key topics and issues. Additionally, the Director will augment the UCLA Pritzker Center’s current strategic guide to include policy-related efforts and will work to develop opportunities to expand partnerships with philanthropic organizations. The Director will serve as the lead strategist in developing and implementing innovative initiatives that connect philanthropists, educators, policymakers, and researchers toward the common goal of improving the child welfare system and strengthening children and families. This position will also ensure that the School’s research and extensive work in developing innovative practices are actively shared with policy leaders, philanthropists, and relevant community sectors. Furthermore, the Director will oversee all activities related to the UCLA DTLA community effort and will monitor policy developments from the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors and California Legislature related to child welfare, working closely with UCLA Government Affairs staff. In addition to policy leadership, the Director will provide financial management support to advance policy and community impact initiatives. This includes analyzing complex budget, funding, and financial data, as well as supporting budget development and administration of funds awarded through policy-related grants. The Director will work in close partnership with the UCLA Pritzker Center Program Coordinator to ensure timely responses to funding inquiries and the effective administration of policy grants. Additionally, the Director will assess short- and long-term resource needs for policy initiatives, recommend reallocations if necessary, and contribute to the development of persuasive proposals to secure additional funding and resources. The successful candidate should be an energetic and proactive professional with experience in community engagement and policymaking for children and families. The candidate should have a background in community outreach and the ability to collaborate with the Executive Director to develop briefings, plan information sessions, and convene policy leaders, community sectors, and philanthropic organizations. Familiarity with the challenges facing the child welfare system, particularly in advancing racial equity and supporting families of color, is essential. Priority will be given to bilingual (Spanish) applicants with demonstrable ties to the community and Los Angeles, given the UCLA Pritzker Center’s frequent engagement with the Spanish-speaking community. Experience in local government, child welfare, and issues across the UCLA Pritzker Center’s portfolio is preferred.

Salary & Compensation

*UCLA provides a full pay range. Actual salary offers consider factors, including budget, prior experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business considerations. Salary offers at the top of the range are not common. Visit UC Benefit package to discover benefits that start on day one, and UC Total Compensation Estimator to calculate the total compensation value with benefits.
Qualifications

Experience in working with public policy leaders to share knowledge and should be able to manage briefings and to organize information sessions for policy leaders and their staff. (Required)

Experience working in an inclusive and engaging way with a wide variety of audiences to design and deliver on key community engagement strategies. (Required)

Extensive and relevant experience in community engagement with a proven record of accomplishment in marketing, public policy, public affairs, and/or communications. (Required)

Experience working as part of a team to co-design, organize, and host activities and events that draw in and involve a range of sector leaders and stakeholders. (Required)

Ability to work with staff to create face-to-face, online, and print content to promote the UCLA Pritzker Center. (Required)

Facilitate and attend meetings with the Executive Director, faculty, policy leaders, philanthropists, community leaders, and potential collaborators. (Required)

Ability to bring in your thoughts and reflections of the work of the School and to connect these to opportunities to grow the work, to build partnerships, and to grow the Program as a national leadership hub focused on bringing together philanthropy, research, and community. (Required)

Comfortable working in an open and flexible way and responding positively to the changing priorities of the UCLA Pritzker Center leadership and projects. (Required)

Superb communication skills and the ability to speak about our programs and our impact with community leaders. (Required)

Demonstrated success in developing external partnerships and collaborations around educational equity initiatives. (Required)

Ability to create an annual vision for this work, including strategic planning and project delivery. (Required)

Strong skills in networking, developing, and sustaining positive relationships with a diverse range of people from different backgrounds and cultures including educational leaders, non-profits, community leaders, policy leaders, researchers, and philanthropist. (Required)

Ability to work as part of a team to engage a broad range of people both internally and externally (Required)

Education, Licenses, Certifications & Personal Affiliations

Bachelor's Degree in related area and/or equivalent experience/training (Required)

Master's Degree in related area and/or equivalent experience/training (Preferred)

Special Conditions for Employment

Background Check: Continued employment is contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory background investigation.

Live Scan Background Check: A Live Scan background check must be completed prior to the start of employment.

CANRA: The position is designated as a mandatory reporter under CANRA. The employee must sign the "Statement Acknowledging Requirement to Report Child Abuse".

Bilingual (Spanish) (Preferred)

Able to work occasional evening and weekends (Required)

10% International Travel

20% Domestic Travel

Schedule

8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m
Union/Policy Covered

99-Policy Covered
Complete Position Description

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