Program & Project Analyst , Center Educational Partnerships - Puente Project

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We are looking for applicants who reflect California's diversity and want to be part of an inclusive, equity-focused community that views education as a matter of social justice. Please consider whether your values align with our Guiding Values and Principles, Principles of Community, and Strategic Plan. UC Berkeley provides space for supportive colleague communities via employee resource groups and offers paid time off for professional development (at least 80 hours per year) for full-time staff.

Since 1981, the Puente Project has led in providing equitable instruction, academic counseling, and mentoring to support students marginalized by the educational system. Its mission is to increase the number of students who enroll in four-year colleges, earn degrees, and return to the community as mentors and leaders. The Puente Project is co-sponsored by UC and the California Community College Chancellor s Office.

It is headquartered at UC Berkeley and housed within the Center for Educational Partnerships (CEP).

This position exists to research, analyze, and advise on educational policies and strategies that impact California Community College students and their integration with the University of California (UC) and California State University (CSU) systems. The Program & Project Analyst (PPA) advances department goals, especially in support of increasing Puente students  transfer rates. The role manages and implements multiple projects, including events and programs such as the Transfer Motivational Conferences, Math & Science Summer Academy, and Yield Events.

The PPA ensures project goals are met and resources are managed effectively. The position also involves significant administration and relationship-building with internal and external partners, such as the California Community College Chancellor s Office (CCCCO) and UC partners, to facilitate program success and inform leadership s decision-making.

The First Review Date for this job is: 01/22/2026.

Research & Policy Analysis

• Researches, analyzes, and advises on integrating campus and UC policies, focusing on long- and short-term planning, stewardship of funding, and expected goals and outcomes.
• Primarily deals with K-14 education policies, programs, and proposals. Works with the Director to advance unit goals, focusing on Puente student outcomes (transfer rates and course completion) and other initiatives. Plans and implements projects based on funding source requirements, program needs, and campus or system-wide policies and procedures.
• Performs subject matter research, analyzes data, provides summary analyses, and recommends actions for the Director to aid in decision-making.
• Conducts statewide and national demographic research on underserved students  academic preparation and graduation.
• Identifies potential risks and proposes plans and controls during year-round administration of SAPEP programs.
• Records high-level contacts with discretion and diplomacy to persuade officials to adopt proposed solutions or program/process recommendations.
• Leads and/or participates in policy and planning committees and working groups.
• Researches and summarizes best practices in the field.
• Prepares written reports of actions taken and decisions made for dissemination.

Project Management

• Manages multiple projects, including logistics, budgets, contracts, evaluations, and registration processes for events such as Transfer Motivational Conferences, Puente Days, MaS Summer Academy, and related activities with CCCCO and SAPEP programs.
• Collaborates with Puente Community College Trainers and supports coordination of professional development webinars.
• Proposes, leads, and participates in policy and planning committees…