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Project Policy Analyst

University of California - San Francisco Campus and Health
United States, California, San Francisco
May 06, 2025

Project Policy Analyst

FCM-FamMed-ZSFG-General

Full Time

84855BR

Job Summary

The Project Policy Analyst is the central point of contact for the development, planning, and implementation of the Health Education & Advocacy Leadership (HEAL Academy), including the inaugural cohort of HEAL Academy participants. Under supervision, with support, training, and guidance of departmental staff and HEAL Academy leadership, they will learn concepts and practices necessary for the primary administrative person of the HEAL Academy and support and liase with HEAL and FCM leadership, volunteers, and external community and education partners. The incumbent supports special projects of the HEAL Academy, including operational, experiential, and teaching activities as assigned and overseen by departmental staff and HEAL Academy leadership.

This position serves as an analytical resource for the HEAL Academy, and will learn and support routine programmatic and operational functions under supervision and guidance:

  • HEAL Academy on/offboarding of program participants, events/logistics, supplies, calendaring/scheduling, program milestones, records/data/documentation, and related coordination;
  • Liaises with central UCSF and ZSFG departments including Facilities, Supply Chain Management, Human Resources (HR), and IT Service Desks and external community and education partners;
  • Provide project support for special projects as assigned by HEAL leadership; and
  • Support development of and improve workflows, and related change management for program efficiencies and/or experiential improvements/outcomes for participants.

The position requires the ability to work with colleagues to prioritize work accurately and timely and to function effectively to meet programmatic milestones, deadlines, and deliverables. Assignments are project based and the individual is expected to actively support and contribute towards programmatic outcomes; gather and sort information, identify possible solutions, and support development of work products in the form of a written recommendation or completed project. With guidance and support from department staff, the incumbent will be expected to develop working knowledge of University and Department of Family & Community Medicine (DFCM) administrative infrastructure, policies and procedures and knowledge of public health and public policy to complete a project or process. The incumbent applies such knowledge and/or training to identify issues and solve problems. The position requires diplomacy and professionalism.

Actively participate in unit- and department-level event planning, helping to facilitate the administrative and financial aspects of the events. Other duties and special projects may be assigned.

The final salary and offer components are subject to additional approvals based on UC policy.

Your placement within the salary range is dependent on a number of factors including your work experience and internal equity within this position classification at UCSF. For positions that are represented by a labor union, placement within the salary range will be guided by the rules in the collective bargaining agreement.

The salary range for this position is $52,800 - $64,500 (Annual Rate).

To learn more about the benefits of working at UCSF, including total compensation, please visit: https://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/compensation-and-benefits/index.html

Department Description

The mission of the Department of Family & Community Medicine (DFCM) is to improve health through excellence and innovation in patient care, education, research, advocacy, and community empowerment. We are dedicated to building a just and equitable society, recognizing that health and illness are shaped by the contexts of people's lives. DFCM is engaged in research, teaching, training, service and clinical activities located at seven primary UCSF and leased sites in San Francisco. In addition to the Department's Family Medicine Residency Program located at ZSFG, the Department has affiliated residency programs in Fresno, Salinas, Santa Rosa, Kaiser Vallejo, Santa Rosa, and Contra Costa Health Systems. DFCM is nationally recognized for our pioneering research programs in primary care and community health. The DFCM has a large teaching, research, and clinical set of programs and activities based at Zuckerberg San Francisco General Hospital where this position is based and represents more than half of all the activities for DFCM as a whole.

Required Qualifications


  • Bachelor's degree in related area and / or equivalent experience / training.
  • Skills to learn organization-specific and other computer application programs.
  • Basic communication and interpersonal skills to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
  • Ability to use discretion and maintain all confidentiality.
  • Ability to use sound judgment in responding to issues and concerns.
  • Basic skills to analyze and research information and learn to synthesize large amounts of data with strong attention to detail.
  • Basic program and project management skills.
  • Acquiring knowledge of applicable policy analysis techniques.

Preferred Qualifications

Not applicable.

About UCSF

The University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) is a leading university dedicated to promoting health worldwide through advanced biomedical research, graduate-level education in the life sciences and health professions, and excellence in patient care. It is the only campus in the 10-campus UC system dedicated exclusively to the health sciences. We bring together the world's leading experts in nearly every area of health. We are home to five Nobel laureates who have advanced the understanding of cancer, neurodegenerative diseases, aging and stem cells.

Pride Values

UCSF is a diverse community made of people with many skills and talents. We seek candidates whose work experience or community service has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to professionalism, respect, integrity, diversity and excellence - also known as our PRIDE values.

In addition to our PRIDE values, UCSF is committed to equity - both in how we deliver care as well as our workforce. We are committed to building a broadly diverse community, nurturing a culture that is welcoming and supportive, and engaging diverse ideas for the provision of culturally competent education, discovery, and patient care. Additional information about UCSF is available at diversity.ucsf.edu

Join us to find a rewarding career contributing to improving healthcare worldwide.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law.

Organization

Campus

Job Code and Payroll Title

007396 PROJECT POLICY ANL 1

Job Category

Administrative Support

Bargaining Unit

99 - Policy-Covered (No Bargaining Unit)

Employee Class

Career

Percentage

100%

Location

San Francisco, CA

Campus

Zuckerberg San Francisco General (ZSFG)

Work Style

Fully On-Site

Shift

Days

Shift Length

8 Hours

Additional Shift Details

Mon-Fri 8-5pm

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