Policy Specialist

Taleo; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Pittsburgh seeks a Policy Specialist to research and analyze university-wide policies, and to assist in policy development and revision.

You will collaborate with faculty and staff across the University, translate research into accessible materials, and coordinate multiple policy projects. The role offers a hybrid schedule with on-campus and remote work as determined by the department.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and 2 years of experience required.
• Experience researching laws, regulations, guidance, and university practices.
• Ability to translate data into accessible materials for diverse audiences.

Responsibilities

• Formulates and edits institutional policies of university-wide significance and participates in policy development and revision.
• Conducts research on relevant laws and regulations to identify policy options and develop recommendations.
• Collaborates with faculty and staff at all levels within the institution
• Integrates and manages University policy information in electronic and published formats
• Provides coordination for multiple policy development projects as assigned

Skills

Policy research

Policy analysis

Collaborative work

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

Job Description - Policy Specialist (26006227)

Policy Specialist

Policy Development and Management - Pennsylvania-Pittsburgh - ( 26006227 )

Under general supervision within the Office of Policy Development and Management (Policy Office), the Policy Specialist performs University policy, procedure, and standards research and analysis. This position:

• Formulates and edits institutional policies of university-wide significance and application, and participates in policy development and revision, including working with members of committees across the University
• Conducts research on relevant laws, regulations, guidance, University practices, and other sources to identify and evaluate policy options and approaches and develop recommendations to support policy development and implementation
• Collaborates with faculty and staff at all levels within the institution
• Integrates and manages University policy information in both electronic and published formats
• Provides coordination for multiple policy development and related projects, as assigned

Job Summary

Formulates and edits institutional policies of University-wide significance and translates data into accessible material for a range of audiences. Collaborates with various internal committees to facilitate multiple projects and policies. Conducts topic-focused research and analysis and monitors data quality. Tracks full scope of projects and prepares progress reports.

Essential Functions

The Policy Specialist is expected to provide input into the strategic direction and the development and use of polices at the University generally and the Policy Office specifically.

Physical Effort

Duties are primarily sedentary. Must be able to use a computer at a desk or similar workstation, and travel to on-campus meetings as needed.

The University of Pittsburgh is an equal opportunity employer / disability / veteran.

Assignment Category Full-time regular

Job Classification Staff.Policy Analyst I

Job Family Legal

Job Sub-Family Policy

Campus Pittsburgh

Minimum Education Level Required Bachelor's Degree

Minimum Years of Experience Required 2

Will this position accept substitution in lieu of education or experience? Combination of education and relevant experience will be considered in lieu of education and/ or experience requirement.

Work Schedule Monday - Friday 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Work Arrangement Hybrid: Combination of On-Campus and Remote work as determined by the department.

Hiring Range TBD BasedUpon Qualifications

Relocation Offered No

Visa Sponsorship Provided No

Background Check For position finalists, employment with the University will require successful completion of a background check

Child Protection Clearances Not Applicable

The University of Pittsburgh is an equal opportunity employer / disability / veteran.