Budget Analyst (RSCH ADM 2 CX)

Under general supervision, provide administration and analysis for contract and grant pre- and post-awards in the BFTV Cluster, serving the Departments of Biological & Agricultural Engineering, Food Science & Technology, and Viticulture & Enology within the college of Agricultural & Environmental Sciences. Works in an independent capacity with complex proposals and funding sources, and serves as compliance officer and resource advisor to the faculty for proposal submissions. Responsible for the pre-award management of grants and contracts. Provides effort reporting and analytical financial reports for large, complex academic departments with a variety of state, private, and federal projects. Gathers, manages, and analyzes financial data from a variety of revenue streams, including state and federal grants, private grants, gifts, and other funding sources. Responsible for budget preparation, review, analysis, effort reporting, compliance, and forecasting of extramural budgets.

Apply By Date December 26, 2024 at 11:59pm

Minimum Qualifications

• No minimum education requirement.
• Experience in financial analysis, forecasting, budgeting, and strategic planning to analyze quantitative aspects of fiscal and budgetary issues and with compiling financial data and reports.
• Experience in federal, state, and private grant budget preparation based on narrative methodological research plans and designs, analysis, and forecasting to control complex budgets as well as with financial reporting policies. Experience with decision making to solve problems and evaluate business needs and critical thinking and problem-solving skills to analyze complex data and develop meaningful solutions to specific problems.
• Interpersonal communication skills (written and oral) to effectively communicate and interact with a diverse population, including those within Dean's Offices, campus departments, and with Principal Investigators, CAO, staff, and students to ensure compliance with UCD policy and procedures and to provide information and to resolve problems.
• Organizational skills to work with changing priorities and demanding workload to manage and monitor multiple accounts simultaneously and to meet multiple and variable priorities and deadlines.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with coordination and completion of complex projects requiring interactions with many internal parties in a large organizational structure as well as experience with budget preparation based on narrative methodological research plans and designs, analysis, and forecasting as well as experience with cost allocation methodology.
• Experience with UC Davis campus financial applications and understanding of UC-wide and UC Davis policies and procedures surrounding purchasing, payroll, graduate student hiring and salaries/steps, and accounting.
• Knowledge and understanding of UC-wide and UC Davis policies and procedures surrounding purchasing, payroll, graduate student hiring and salaries/steps, and accounting.

Key Responsibilities

• 60% - Extramural Planning & Budgetary Analysis & Forecasting
• 30% - Organization & Account Management & Analysis
• 10% - Policy Compliance

Department Overview

BFTV is a large administrative cluster providing administrative and technical support for teaching, research and outreach to the faculty, staff, and students of Biological and Agricultural Engineering, Food Science and Technology, and Viticulture & Enology within the two colleges of Agricultural & Environmental Sciences and Engineering. These departments and the Cluster have a combined estimated annual operating budget of $70MM, composed of state funds, extramural funds, endowments, gifts, and sales income. The Cluster supports 60 faculty, 140 other academic titles, 220 staff, and approximately 650 combined undergraduate and graduate students annually. The Cluster also support facilities throughout the state of California, including labs in Dublin, Byron, Oakville, and many buildings and agricultural lands on the Davis Campus.

POSITION INFORMATION

• Salary or Pay Range: $35.69/hr. - $48.99/hr.
• Salary Frequency: Bi-Weekly
• UC Job Title: RSCH ADM 2 CX
• UC Job Code: 004486
• Number of Positions: 1
• Appointment Type: Staff: Career
• Percentage of Time: 100% - Fixed
• Shift Hours: Manager will advise
• Location: Davis, CA.
• Union Representation: CX-Clerical/Admin
• Benefits Eligible: Yes
• This position is hybrid (mix of on-site and remote work)

Benefits

Outstanding benefits and perks are among the many rewards of working for the University of California. UC Davis offers a full range of benefits, resources and programs to help you bring your best self to work, as well as to help you and your family achieve your health, wellness, financial and career goals. Learn more about the benefits below and eligibility rules by visiting either our handy Benefits Summary for UC Davis Health Employees or Benefits Summary for UC Davis Employees and our Benefits Page.

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* High quality and low-cost medical plans to choose from to fit your family's needs
* UC pays for Dental and Vision insurance premiums for you and your family
* Extensive leave benefits including Pregnancy and Parental Leave, Family & Medical Leave
* Paid Holidays annually as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement
* Paid Time Off/Vacation/Sick Time as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement
* Continuing Education (CE) allowance and Education Reimbursement Program as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement
* Access to free professional development courses and learning opportunities for personal and professional growth
* WorkLife and Wellness programs and resources
* On-site Employee Assistance Program including access to free mental health services
* Supplemental insurance offered including additional life, short/long term disability, pet insurance and legal coverage
* Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSFL) Qualified Employer & Student Loan Repayment Assistance Program for qualified roles
* Retirement benefit options for eligible roles including Pension and other Retirement Saving Plans. More information on our retirement benefits can be found here
* UC Davis cares about building a community, which is why we provide resources to enhance diversity, equity and inclusion as well as Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) to support our staff

Physical Demands

• Standing - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Walking - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Sitting - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Lifting/Carrying 0-25 Lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Pushing/Pulling 0-25 Lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Bending/Stooping - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Squatting/Kneeling - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Twisting - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Reaching overhead - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Keyboard use/repetitive motion - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours

Mental Demands

• Sustained attention and concentration - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Complex problem solving/reasoning - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Ability to organize & prioritize - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Communication skills - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Numerical skills - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Constant Interaction - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Customer/Patient Contact - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Multiple Concurrent Tasks - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours

Work Environment

UC Davis is a smoke and tobacco free campus effective January 1, 2014. Smoking, the use of smokeless tobacco products, and the use of unregulated nicotine products (e-cigarettes) will be strictly prohibited on any UC Davis owned or leased property, indoors and outdoors, including parking lots and residential space.

Work occasional overtime to meet workload deadlines. Vacation time limited during peak work cycles, such as fiscal close and extramural deadlines. This position will have a Flex Work hybrid schedule; a mix of onsite and remote work. This is subject to change based on operational need. This position is not eligible for a fully remote work schedule. With the opportunity to work in a hybrid environment, the employee must provide their own workstation in the remote location at which they choose to work remotely that allows the same level of efficiency and effectiveness that their workstation in the office provides.

Special Requirements - Please contact your recruiter with questions regarding which activities apply by position

• This is a critical position, as defined by UC policy and local procedures, and as such, employment is contingent upon clearing a criminal background check(s) and may include drug screening, medical evaluation clearance, and functional capacity assessment.
• To learn more about our background check program, visit: https://hr.ucdavis.edu/departments/recruitment/ucd/selection/background-checks

Misconduct Disclosure Requirement: As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts a conditional offer of employment will be required to disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct; received notice of any allegations or are currently the subject of any administrative or disciplinary proceedings involving misconduct; have left a position after receiving notice of allegations or while under investigation in an administrative or disciplinary proceeding involving misconduct; or have filed an appeal of a finding of misconduct with a previous employer.

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging

At UC Davis, we're solving life's most urgent challenges to bring a fuller, healthier, and more resilient world within reach. We grow from every challenge we take on and we don't just maintain - we improve. We recognize that creating an inclusive and intellectually vibrant organization means understanding and valuing both our individual differences and our common ground. The most comprehensive solutions come from the most diverse minds and you belong here. As you consider joining UC Davis, please explore our Principles of Community, our Clinical Strategic Plan and strategic vision for research and education, and our latest efforts to outgrow the expected. The University of California, Davis is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age or protected veteran status.

For the University of California's Affirmative Action Policy, please visit: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/4010393/PPSM-20

For the University of California's Anti-Discrimination Policy, please visit: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/1001004/Anti-Discrimination

Because we want you to be seen, our recruiting process at UC Davis fosters authenticity, diversity, and inclusion. Studies have shown that some people may not apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. Each unique role at UC Davis has a set of requirements and you could be perfect for this role, or you could be perfect for the next role! Don't meet all the requirements? We still encourage you to apply! #YouBelongHere

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