Program Analyst - Cal Poly Scholars

Job Summary

Under general supervision of the Cal Poly Scholars Director, with a dotted line to the Senior Director of Student Affairs Assessment & Research, the Program Analyst serves as an internal and external resource for tracking, assessing, analyzing, and reporting academic and community engagement of Cal Poly Scholars, and effectiveness of program initiatives for Cal Poly Scholars, Educational Opportunity Program (EOP), and TRIO Achievers.

The Program Analyst is responsible for developing assessments, acquiring and analyzing data, creating annual reports and contributing to publications, reports, presentations, and newsletters. The incumbent must maintain effective working relationships with a wide range of constituencies including, but not limited to, students, faculty, and staff – especially in EOP and TRIO Achievers.

Within the division of Strategic Enrollment Management and Student Affairs, Residential Student Experience, Equity and Transition (RESET) provides comprehensive programs that offer transition and retention services to students. These programs include Cal Poly Scholars, Career Services, Center for Military Connected Students, Disability Resource Center, Educational Opportunity Program, Residential Student Experience, TRIO Achievers, and Upward Bound.

• Ability to research and analyze information and to apply independent judgment, discretion and initiative in recommending appropriate solutions to resolve problems.
• Ability to analyze data and make accurate projections using business mathematics and descriptive statistics. Functional proficiency in MS Excel and/or general statistical software.
• Ability to use tact and diplomacy to effectively handle a broad range of high level and sensitive interpersonal situations with diverse personalities, and to respond appropriately to conflicts and problems.
• Demonstrated ability to initiate, establish, and foster communication and teamwork by maintaining a positive, cooperative, productive work atmosphere in and outside the University with the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships within a diverse population and with those from various cultural backgrounds.
• Excellent communication skills; ability to effectively communicate information in a clear and understandable manner, both verbally and in writing, including thorough knowledge of English grammar, spelling and punctuation.

• Equivalent to graduation from a four-year college or university. One year of technical or administrative experience. A graduate degree in a related field may be substituted for one year of the required experience. Additional qualifying experience may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis.

Anticipated Hiring Range: $63,588 - $75,996 Per Year

Classification Range: $46,548 - $89,856 Per Year

Factors in determining the appropriate compensation for a role include experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. The Anticipated Hiring Range referenced in the job posting is the budgeted salary or hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position. The Classification Range may be broader than what the University anticipates paying for this position, based on internal equity, budget, and collective bargaining agreements (when applicable).

Cal Poly offers a best-in-class benefits program, including health, dental and vision insurance, retirement participation in the Public Employees' Retirement System, and educational benefits for eligible employees. See our benefits website for additional information.

Cal Poly is a nationally-ranked public university located in San Luis Obispo, California, and known for its Learn by Doing philosophy. Each year more than 20,000 top-tier students come to San Luis Obispo to put knowledge into action, taking their learning outside the classroom as they prepare for careers in engineering, agriculture, science, business, humanities and the built environment. Cal Poly’s hands-on philosophy, small class sizes and close student-faculty mentorships result in graduates ready from day one to impact their communities, California and the world.

For more information, visit calpoly.edu.

This position is open and available to all regardless of race, sex, color, ethnicity or national origin. Consistent with California law and federal civil rights laws, Cal Poly provides equal opportunity in education and employment without unlawful discrimination or preferential treatment based on race, sex, color, ethnicity, or national origin. Our commitment to equal opportunity means ensuring that every student and employee has access to the resources and support they need to thrive and succeed in a university environment and in their communities.

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