Inside Higher Ed
Policy Director (0566C), California Policy Lab - 81495
Inside Higher Ed, Berkeley, California, United States, 94709
About Berkeley: At the University of California, Berkeley, we are dedicated to fostering a community where everyone feels welcome and can thrive. Our culture of openness, freedom and belonging make it a special place for students, faculty and staff.
As a world-leading institution, Berkeley is known for its academic and research excellence, public mission, diverse student body, and commitment to equity and social justice. Since our founding in 1868, we have driven innovation, creating global intellectual, economic and social value.
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.
Departmental Overview
The California Policy Lab (CPL) generates research insights for government impact. Through hands-on partnerships with government agencies, CPL performs rigorous research across issue silos and builds the data infrastructure necessary to improve programs and policies that millions of Californians rely on every day. Position Summary
The Policy Director will lead CPL's Sacramento office, with a primary goal of amplifying CPL's impact through engagement with the legislature, the Governor's Office, and other Sacramento-based stakeholders on matters of research and data. Responsibilities
Develop and execute CPL's state-level strategy for informing the policymaking process with research. Analyze pending and likely future legislation to identify opportunities to inform the policy process through data and evidence. Synthesize CPL's research to inform pending legislation and to identify areas of potential legislation to relevant stakeholders. Identify legislative and regulatory opportunities to advance the use of government data for research and improve government decision-making. Required Qualifications
Minimum 5 years of professional experience in California state government, the Legislature, or related policy roles. Ability to leverage an existing network of trusted relationships with Sacramento-based policymakers and staff. Deep understanding of California's legislative, budgetary, and regulatory processes. Demonstrated success translating research or technical analysis into actionable policy recommendations. Preferred Qualifications
10+ years of professional experience in California state government, the Legislature, or related policy roles. Experience working in one of CPL's major policy areas (criminal justice, homelessness, workforce, education, social safety net, health). Salary & Benefits
The budgeted annual salary range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position is $120,000.00 - $170,000.00. 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.
#J-18808-Ljbffr
The California Policy Lab (CPL) generates research insights for government impact. Through hands-on partnerships with government agencies, CPL performs rigorous research across issue silos and builds the data infrastructure necessary to improve programs and policies that millions of Californians rely on every day. Position Summary
The Policy Director will lead CPL's Sacramento office, with a primary goal of amplifying CPL's impact through engagement with the legislature, the Governor's Office, and other Sacramento-based stakeholders on matters of research and data. Responsibilities
Develop and execute CPL's state-level strategy for informing the policymaking process with research. Analyze pending and likely future legislation to identify opportunities to inform the policy process through data and evidence. Synthesize CPL's research to inform pending legislation and to identify areas of potential legislation to relevant stakeholders. Identify legislative and regulatory opportunities to advance the use of government data for research and improve government decision-making. Required Qualifications
Minimum 5 years of professional experience in California state government, the Legislature, or related policy roles. Ability to leverage an existing network of trusted relationships with Sacramento-based policymakers and staff. Deep understanding of California's legislative, budgetary, and regulatory processes. Demonstrated success translating research or technical analysis into actionable policy recommendations. Preferred Qualifications
10+ years of professional experience in California state government, the Legislature, or related policy roles. Experience working in one of CPL's major policy areas (criminal justice, homelessness, workforce, education, social safety net, health). Salary & Benefits
The budgeted annual salary range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position is $120,000.00 - $170,000.00. 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.
#J-18808-Ljbffr