Assistant Director for Public Policy Programs

University of the Pacific

United States, California, Sacramento

3200 5th Avenue (Show on map)

May 01, 2025

Posting Details

Position Information

Job Title	Assistant Director for Public Policy Programs
Union Level
Department	Public Policy, Public Administration
Campus	Sacramento
Posting Number	201304009P
Full or Part Time	Full Time
Number of Months	12
Work Schedule	Work schedule is 8:30 am to 5:00 pm. This position requires evening and/or weekend work at specific times of the academic year. Some travel is expected, but with time to plan.
Position End Date
Open Date	05/01/2025
Close Date
Open Until Filled	Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants	For Applicants Seeking Job Opportunities within the University Internal: Internal applicants will be considered within the first five (5) business days of the posting period. External: External applicants will be considered on the sixth (6) business day of the posting period.
Sponsorship	This position is not eligible for a visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Position Summary Information

Primary Purpose	The Assistant Director for the Public Policy Programs leads the recruitment and admission activities and on-going student services for public policy students. This position reports directly to the Assistant Dean for Graduate, Online & International Programs.
Essential Functions	Lead and implement the recruiting, admissions, and yield strategies for the MPP and MPA programs. Market the MPP and MPA programs on a local and national level at recruitment events, professional conferences, community, campus and alumni events. Oversee the application process and recruiting activities. Analyze and develop strategies to address issues and trends in the recruiting and application process. Strategically manage individual and general communication with prospective students and applicants. Counsel prospective students during the application process. Ensure effective, in-depth, responsive and tailored communication with prospective students and applicants by phone, email, texts and in-person meetings, with the goal of converting prospective applicants to matriculated students. Counsel prospective, admitted, and matriculated MPP and MPA students regarding admissions criteria, course selection, curriculum and academic expectations. In collaboration with the career center at McGeorge, support the efforts as they relate to career counseling and events. In collaboration with the faculty director, support program specific tasks and events. Develop programs and activities for MPP and MPA programs. Collaborate with graduate admissions, student services, alumni and other units of the University to promote success of graduate policy programs, and the University programs in general. Handle confidential student information with discretion and in compliance with the FERPA regulations. Supervise student workers. Provide back up to the Assistant Director for Graduate and Online Programs. Perform other duties as assigned. University of the Pacific recognizes that diversity, equity, and inclusion is foundational to the success of our valued students and employees. We prioritize policy and decision-making that demonstrates awareness of, and responsiveness to, the ways socio-cultural forces related to race, gender, ability, sexuality, socio-economic status, etc. impede or propel students, faculty, and staff.
Minimum Qualifications	Master's degree. Three (3) years of public policy work, higher education, recruiting, or marketing related experience.
Preferred Qualifications	Master of Public Policy (MPP) and Master of Public Administration (MPA) degree strongly preferred. Knowledge of academic programs, especially of professional graduate programs. Knowledge and demonstrated proficiency in the use of Banner. Exceptional verbal, written, organizational, and interpersonal skills required. Strong customer service skills desired. Ability to work independently and as a team member in a fast-paced environment. Working knowledge using current office software such as: Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Internet and electronic email. Experience and sensitivity in working with people of diverse backgrounds and cultures. Demonstrated experience in advancing social justice, equity, and inclusion in a university setting. Ability to engage and integrate culturally responsive practices and knowledge in their work.
Physical Requirements	The physical demands described here are representative but not definitive of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Some lifting of materials (20 lbs or less). Bending, stretching, reaching required. Sitting for long periods of time. Work Environment/Work Week/Travel: Work schedule is 8:30 am to 5:00 pm. This position requires evening and/or weekend work at specific times of the academic year. Some travel is expected, but with time to plan. Valid driver's license required. Incumbent must also be able to meet the University's fleet rules and be eligible to drive for University business. The University and its insurance carrier reserves the right to exclude applicants based on their driving record.
Hiring Range	$68,640.00 per year. We consider factors such as, but not limited to, scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's qualifications, internal equity, as well as market and organizational considerations when extending an offer.
Background Check Statement	All applicants who receive a conditional offer of employment are required to execute a release and authorization for a background screening. AB 810 Misconduct Disclosure Requirement: University of the Pacific complies with California Assembly Bill 810, requiring candidates accepting conditional job offers to disclose any final administrative or judicial findings, ongoing proceedings, allegations, resignations under investigation, or appeals related to sexual harassment or misconduct within the past seven years.
AA/EEO Policy Statement	University of the Pacific is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer dedicated to workforce diversity. In compliance with applicable law and its own policy, Pacific is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse faculty and staff and does not discriminate in its hiring of faculty and staff, or in the provision of its employment benefits to its faculty and staff on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, genetic information, sex/gender, marital status, military and veteran status, sexual orientation, medical condition, pregnancy, gender identity, gender expression, or mental or physical disability.