Academic and Personnel Analyst (ACAD PERSONNEL ANL 2)

Under general supervision of the Chief Administrative Officer (CAO), serve as a departmental academic and HR personnel analyst for the Departments of Chemical Engineering and Materials Science and Engineering. This position provides comprehensive personnel support to the chair, faculty, and CAO. Provide consultation, advice and planning in support of business processes, policies, and practices. Provide research, analysis and guidance related to personnel matters (staff/academic), including recruitment, classification, stipends, equities, employee and labor relations, training and development, merits, appraisals, academic appointments, merits and promotions and other general personnel actions. Collaborates with Shared Services Center (AUSS\-C) and Dean’s Office. Apply By Date: August 7, 2026 Qualifications Minimum Qualifications \- For full consideration, applicants are encouraged to upload license and/or certification if required of the position Bachelor’s degree in a related area and/ or equivalent experience/ training with AP practices, laws, regulations, and policies. Experience performing the full range of academic personnel functions including policy interpretation in a higher education setting; merit and promotion; recruitment, selection and retention; classification and compensation administration; and employee and labor relations. Experience in coordinating personnel appointments of senate and non\-senate academics (postdocs, graduate students, visitors). Experience maintaining a high degree of discretion, integrity, and sensitivity to confidentiality and privacy. Knowledge of payroll matters and demonstrated experience/ability to use Mathematical skills to perform payroll and general accounting calculations. Critical thinking and applied problem\-solving skills to research and analyze complex policy and/or problems related to academic personnel in an objective manner. Interpersonal skills to effectively interact with a diverse group of faculty, staff, students and others and communication skills – writing and verbal. Knowledge of correct spelling, grammar, and excellent proofreading skills. Key Responsibilities 60% \- Academic Personnel 15% \- Human Resources/Payroll 10% \- Recruitment 5% \- Visa Management 5% \- General Administration 5% \- Other Duties as Assigned Department Overview The Departments of Chemical Engineering and Materials Science and Engineering consists of two department chairs, 37 faculty, 140 non\-senate academic employees of varying titles (Professional Researchers, Graduate Student Researchers, Teaching Assistants, Visiting Scholars, Postdoctoral Scholars, Adjunct\- Professors, unit 18 Lecturers), and 11 administrative and technical employees. The Departments have \~700 undergraduate students enrolled in three majors and 130 graduate students in two graduate programs. Materials Science and Engineering also has a large self\-supporting unit, Central Facility", with equipment utilized by over 100 users from across campus and externally. The current expenses for instruction and research top $12M/annum. The Department occupies over 52,000 ASF." POSITION INFORMATION Salary or Pay Range: $31\.51 \- $ 55\.27/hour Salary Frequency: Hourly Salary Grade: 20 UC Job Title: ACAD PERSONNEL ANL 2 UC Job Code: 004513 Appointment Type: Career Percentage of Time: 100% Shift (Work Schedule): M \- F 8:00AM \- 5:00PM Location: Davis, CA Union Representation: No Benefits Eligible: Yes This position is hybrid (mix of on\-site and remote work) Benefits Outstanding benefits and perks are among the many rewards of working for the University of California. UC Davis offers a full range of benefits, resources and programs to help you bring your best self to work, as well as to help you and your family achieve your health, wellness, financial and career goals. Learn more about the benefits below and eligibility rules by visiting either our handy Benefits Summary for UC Davis Health Employees or Benefits Summary for UC Davis Employees and our Benefits Page. If you are represented by a union, benefits are negotiated between the University of California (UC) and your union and finalized in a contract. Read your bargaining unit's employment contract, stay abreast of current negotiations and learn about collective bargaining at UC: https://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/labor/bargaining\-units/index.html High quality and low\-cost medical plans to choose from to fit your family's needs UC pays for Dental and Vision insurance premiums for you and your family Extensive leave benefits including Pregnancy and Parental Leave, Family \& Medical Leave Paid Holidays annually as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement Paid Time Off/Vacation/Sick Time as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement Continuing Education (CE) allowance and Education Reimbursement Program as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement Access to free professional development courses and learning opportunities for personal and professional growth WorkLife and Wellness programs and resources On\-site Employee Assistance Program including access to free mental health services Supplemental insurance offered including additional life, short/long term disability, pet insurance and legal coverage Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSFL) Qualified Employer \& Student Loan Repayment Assistance Program for qualified roles Retirement benefit options for eligible roles including Pension and other Retirement Saving Plans. More information on our retirement benefits can be found here Physical Demands Standing \- Occasional Up to 3 Hours Walking \- Occasional Up to 3 Hours Sitting \- Frequent 3 to 6 Hours Lifting/Carrying 0\-25 Lbs \- Occasional Up to 3 Hours Lifting/Carrying 26\-50 lbs \- Never 0 Hours Lifting/Carrying over 50 lbs \- Never 0 Hours Pushing/Pulling 0\-25 Lbs \- Occasional Up to 3 Hours Pushing/Pulling 26\-50 lbs \- Never 0 Hours Pushing/Pulling over 50 lbs \- Never 0 Hours Bending/Stooping \- Occasional Up to 3 Hours Squatting/Kneeling \- Occasional Up to 3 Hours Twisting \- Occasional Up to 3 Hours Climbing (e.g., stairs or ladders) \- Never 0 Hours Reaching overhead \- Occasional Up to 3 Hours Keyboard use/repetitive motion \- Frequent 3 to 6 Hours Environmental Demands Chemicals, dust, gases, or fumes \- Never 0 Hours Loud noise levels \- Never 0 Hours Marked changes in humidity or temperature \- Never 0 Hours Microwave/Radiation \- Never 0 Hours Operating motor vehicles and/or equipment \- Never 0 Hours Extreme Temperatures \- Never 0 Hours Uneven Surfaces or Elevations \- Never 0 Hours Mental Demands Sustained attention and concentration \- Frequent 3 to 6 Hours Complex problem solving/reasoning \- Occasional Up to 3 Hours Ability to organize \& prioritize \- Frequent 3 to 6 Hours Communication skills \- Frequent 3 to 6 Hours Numerical skills \- Occasional Up to 3 Hours Constant Interaction \- Frequent 3 to 6 Hours Customer/Patient Contact \- Frequent 3 to 6 Hours Multiple Concurrent Tasks \- Frequent 3 to 6 Hours Work Environment UC Davis is a smoke and tobacco free campus effective January 1, 2014\. Smoking, the use of smokeless tobacco products, and the use of unregulated nicotine products (e\-cigarettes) will be strictly prohibited on any UC Davis owned or leased property, indoors and outdoors, including parking lots and residential space. Handle competing demands with frequent interruptions. Work occasional overtime to meet operational needs and meet deadlines. Restricted vacation during peak times such as merit and promotions cycles, heavy recruitment periods. Special Requirements – Please contact your recruiter with questions regarding which activities apply by position This is a critical position, as defined by UC Policy and local procedures, and as such, employment is contingent upon clearing a criminal background check(s) and may include drug screening, medical evaluation clearance and functional capacity assessment Misconduct Disclosure Requirement: As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts a conditional offer of employment will be required to disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct; received notice of any allegations or are currently the subject of any administrative or disciplinary proceedings involving misconduct; have left a position after receiving notice of allegations or while under investigation in an administrative or disciplinary proceeding involving misconduct; or have filed an appeal of a finding of misconduct with a previous employer. 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